Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, September 27th, the 23rd Shintoku New Soba Festival will be held! 😊 The highlight of the Shintoku New Soba Festival is the opportunity to enjoy the "four freshly prepared soba"—"freshly harvested," "freshly milled," "freshly made," and "freshly boiled!" At the "Soba Yatai Village," local soba shops and soba-making groups will gather 🎵 Each shop will offer fragrant new soba with their specially crafted dipping sauces and toppings✨✨ In addition to soba, you can also savor local specialties such as "Shintoku Chicken Grilled over Charcoal" and "Grilled Shiitake Mushrooms." After your meal, indulge in desserts like crepes made with buckwheat flour and rich soft serve ice cream, fully experiencing the flavors of Shintoku! 😍 Also, the festival's traditional "Wanko Soba Competition" will be held this year! 🎵 Teams of two (one eater and one server) will compete to see how many bowls they can eat in two minutes. 🔸Competition Time: Starts at 11:30 on the day 🔸How to Participate: Registration starts at 10:00 on the day *Registration takes about one hour, and participation as a pair is required. Solo participation is not allowed. If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held. Thank you for your understanding in advance. 🔸Categories: Parent-Child Pair (6 pairs; children must be elementary school age or younger) Adult Pair (12 pairs) This is a great opportunity to enjoy delicious new soba in a fun way! Why not team up with your child, friends, or family to participate? We look forward to seeing you all! 🤗 🔶Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00 *The event will proceed rain or shine 🔶Venue: Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center "Nagomi" Front Parking Lot 🔶Parking Information ・Temporary Parking Lot 1 (for Asahikawa direction): Shintoku Sports Park Athletic Stadium (No shuttle bus) ・Temporary Parking Lot 2 (for Obihiro direction): Hokkaido Shintoku High School (Free shuttle bus available every 10 minutes) Shuttle Bus: (Parking Lot → Venue) First bus at 9:10, last bus at 14:20 (Venue → Parking Lot) First bus at 9:20, last bus at 14:30 ・Temporary Parking Lot 3 (for disabled persons): Behind Shintoku Town Hall (Limited spaces available) 🔶Contact: Shintoku New Soba Festival Executive Committee Office (Shintoku Town Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 0156-64-0522 https://www.shintoku-town.jp/sangyou_kankou/kankou/shinsoba/...

Event Announcement 📣 On September 27th (Sunday), the "2026 Onneto Story" adventure to enjoy with all five senses will take place in Ashoro Town 😊 This event allows you to refresh both your mind and body while surrounded by the pristine forests of Onneto 🎵 On the day, we will offer a variety of programs to fully enjoy the great outdoors‼ You can enjoy forest bathing on the trails of Onneto and learn about the mysteries hidden among the trees and the waterfalls in our "Nature Interaction Classroom," as well as participate in workshops to connect with wood alongside wood education masters 🎵 Additionally, this year, students from Hokkaido Ashoro High School will participate. They will host a "Quiz Rally" featuring the attractions of Onneto and Ashoro, and sell selected recommended products from Ashoro 😍 We kindly ask for your cooperation in completing a survey on the day. Moreover, in a one-day-only "Forest Art Museum" set up in the display space of the forest, you can view the entries and award-winning works from the 2025 Onneto Photo Contest ✨✨ We are also currently accepting submissions for the Onneto Photo Contest 😍 We are looking for seasonal landscape photos that allow you to feel the rich nature around Onneto. The submission deadline is October 31st (Saturday). Enjoy delicious local cuisine and listen to a pleasant forest concert, forgetting the busyness of everyday life as you spend a relaxing autumn day 🤗 🔶 Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (held in light rain) 🔶 Venue: Onneto National Camping Ground 🔶 Free shuttle bus service ・Departure 8:30 AM (Ashoro Roadside Station Ginga Hall 21) ・Return 2:00 PM (Onneto National Camping Ground) 🔶 Contact: Ashoro Tourism Association TEL: 0156-25-6131 https://www.town.ashoro.hokkaido.jp/kanko/news/2026/onneto_2026.html...

Event Announcement📣 On Sunday, October 4th, the 53rd Ikeda Town Autumn Wine Festival will be held! 😄 This event celebrates the harvest of grapes and the making of wine, giving thanks for the autumn bounty. 🍇 One of the highlights of the event is the all-you-can-drink selection of unique Tokachi wines, including the internationally recognized red wine variety "Yamakou." 🎵 For those who do not drink alcohol or for children, grape juice will be available. Additionally, the festival's specialty is the impressive "Whole Roasted Beef," which is slow-cooked for about 10 hours!‼ The fragrant, roasted Hokkaido beef is a special gourmet experience you can only enjoy here. 🍴 Other delicious options include grilled Hokkaido beef, hamburgers, and sausages, all perfect for pairing with wine. 🎵 A special day to enjoy the blessings of autumn. 🎀 Come and enjoy the "Autumn Blessings" with your family and friends! 🤗 🔶Date and Time: Sunday, October 4, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM *Last entry: 1:30 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: Event Square next to Ikeda Wine Castle 🔶Admission: Adults: 6,000 yen, Middle and High School Students: 2,000 yen, Elementary School Students and Preschoolers: Free *Town resident discount ticket: 3,000 yen Tickets are currently on sale! 😍 🔷Ticket Outlets ・Ikeda Town Tourism Association (inside Ikeda Town Hall) ・Ikeda Wine Castle (General Incorporated Association) ・Tokachi Tourism Federation (Obihiro Station Esta East Building 2F) ・Obihiro City Civic Cultural Hall ・Roadside Station Otofuke Natsuzora no Furusato ・Coach and Four Kushiro Store ・Lawson Ticket (L Code: L11003) ・Seven Ticket (Seven Code: 116-499) ・Doshin Play Guide (Secoma Code: D26100405) 🔷Contact: Ikeda Town Tourism Association TEL: 015-572-2286 https://kankou-ikeda.com//

The "Unkai" that occurs in the early morning due to the exquisite balance of caldera topography and the weather conditions in Eastern Hokkaido. You can enjoy it with explanations from a professional guide at the dedicated space for guided tours, the "Tsubetsu Pass Viewpoint Facility." Why not wake up a little early and experience a special morning in Kussharo that will remain a memorable part of your journey? For more details, please visit the official website via the link in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Event Announcement📣 From September 19th to September 27th, we will hold the autumn challenge "Weight Guessing Contest for Shiitake Mushroom Harvest" at Takutetsu Kinokotan in Shintoku Town😊 Guess the weight of the shiitake mushrooms you harvest, and if you get it exactly right down to the gram (1g unit)...... You will receive the weight in mushrooms for free‼️ Even if you miss, you have a chance to get 10% off if you are within 10% of the correct weight🎵 During the event in July, there were participants who won the exact prize😍 Additionally, we have a small gift prepared for those who visit us in September🎁 We encourage you to take this opportunity to enjoy a fun and delicious shiitake mushroom harvest🤗 We are also hosting "Create Your Own Mushroom Fairy!" at the same time. You can paint a wooden mushroom shape, draw a face, and create your original mushroom fairy. All participants will receive a fairy certification. (Fee: 3 wooden shiitake mushrooms for 500 yen, tax included) 🔶Date: September 19th, 2026 - September 27th, 2026 (Note: September 24th (Thursday) and September 25th (Friday) are substitute store holidays) 🔶Venue: Takutetsu Kinokotan 🔶Contact: Takutetsu Kinokotan TEL: 0156-67-9105 (10:00 AM - 3:30 PM) (Note: Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays) https://t-kinokotan.com//

Event Announcement📣 On September 19th (Saturday), the "8th Shihoro Potato Festival" will be held at Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro😊 Join us for a day filled with potatoes brought to you by Shihorocho, the "Potato Town"! 🎵🥔🥔 Enjoy the popular "Potato Packing Challenge," a lottery with guaranteed potato-related prizes, and the much-loved "Unique Potato Championship!" featuring quirky shapes of potatoes that are not up to standard. There are plenty of activities for both adults and children to enjoy!😍 Additionally, local shops will offer special menus featuring potatoes, a variety of curry dishes, and the event-exclusive flavor of "Hokkaido Golden Fried Potatoes" from Cafe Kanichi, along with limited-edition potato sweets, allowing you to savor potatoes all day long. We invite you to experience the delicious and fun festival packed with the charm of potatoes! 🤗 🔶 Date: September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM 🔶 Venue: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro 🔶 Contact: Roadside Station Pia 21 Shihoro TEL: 01564-5-3940 https://pia21shihoro.jp//

Experience the enchanting "sea of clouds" created by the magnificent nature of Kussharo on a guided tour. The sky and clouds change their expressions moment by moment ☁✨ The view before you will surely become an unforgettable travel memory. For first-timers, a guided tour offers peace of mind. Wake up a little early and enjoy a special morning unique to Kussharo in Hokkaido. For more details, please visit the official website linked in the profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Tourism EXPO Japan "Hokkaido and Tokachi Booth – Gourmet & Sake Edition" Introduction 😊 Hokkaido and Tokachi, known for their thriving agriculture and dairy industries, are rich in local ingredients 🎵 Indulge in exquisite sweets, bread, and cheese made from luxurious ingredients like wheat, azuki beans, potatoes, and corn, along with a growing selection of sake, wine, gin, and craft beer 😍 At the booth, we will introduce spots where you can enjoy the rich food and drinks of Tokachi 🎀 Additionally, at the "HOKKAIDO LOVE! TASTING BAR" within the venue, you can enjoy tastings of about 30 varieties of local wines and sake 🍷🍶🍺🍸 Different regional brands will be featured at various times, allowing you to experience a tasting comparison of drinks from different areas 🎵 You can also savor five types of Tokachi wine, so please feel free to stop by. *We will distribute tickets for each session, so please check for details at the venue on the day of the event. Look for the 3D monument of Hokkaido's tourism PR character "Kyun-chan" as a landmark and come visit the Hokkaido booth! It will also be a fun photo spot for commemorative pictures. We look forward to seeing you all 🤗 https://www.t-expo.jp//

Event Announcement 📣 On September 20th (Sunday), the 50th Hakurin Park Festival will be held in Taiki Town 😊 This autumn industrial festival offers a unique taste of Taiki Town, with its mountains and sea 🎵🎵 The event will kick off with a powerful performance of the local folk art "Hikata River Taiko," created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Taiki Town's establishment in 1978! The special stage will feature performances by local children, a karaoke show by enka singer Keisuke Yamauchi, and an impersonation live show by Hiro Aoyama, making for a jam-packed program ✨✨ In the exhibition and experience booths, there will be popular activities like the "Fluffy Dome," badge-making, coloring, and woodworking workshops for children to enjoy. Plus, a gathering of "working vehicles"! 🚓🚒 The gourmet and product exhibition area will be rich with delicious local cuisine, including food booths and a direct sale of Taiki beef. Additionally, specialty products from sister city Sōma City, Fukushima Prefecture, and friendly city Yoshioka Town, Gunma Prefecture, as well as products from the Galactic Federation, will all be available to savor 😍 There will also be a "Fall Chum Salmon Catching" event exclusively for children under elementary school age, and the finale of the event will feature a fun lottery! 🎀 It's a day of fun for both adults and children. We hope you come with your family to create wonderful memories 🤗 🔶 Date: September 20, 2026 🔶 Venue: Hakurin Park, Taiki Town 🔶 Contact: 50th Hakurin Park Festival Executive Committee (Taiki Town Tourism Association Office) TEL: 01558-6-2114 https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp/sp_detail.php?id=150...

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 19th, the "Yotsuba Milk Festa 2026 – Tokachi Milk Factory Open Day" will be held 😊 This event has been held since 2006 as an opportunity to promote the consumption of milk and dairy products and to express gratitude to the local community 🎀 At the venue, you can enjoy learning about milk and dairy farming through various activities such as sales of local agricultural products and food, factory tours of milk and butter, a simulated milking experience, and a dairy farming panel exhibition 🐄 Additionally, popular attractions for children include a fluffy dome, face painting, and sales of dairy products, pizza, and soft serve ice cream, along with a limited edition "Corn Parfait Milk Festa Version" 🍦 The stage program features a talk show by Angelina 1/3, performances by local students, and a collaboration stage with Miruru-chan from Yotsuba and Wagyu-rye, offering plenty of highlights 😍 Moreover, as part of a highly popular initiative, you can exchange five empty 1-liter milk cartons for one roll of recycled toilet paper (limited to eight rolls per person. Please bring your own eco-bag) We will deliver the deliciousness and fun of milk and dairy products straight to you 🤗 🔶 Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM 🔶 Venue: Yotsuba, Inc. Tokachi Milk Factory Event Venue 🔶 Contact: Yotsuba, Inc. Tokachi Milk Factory General Affairs Department TEL: 0155-42-2121 https://www.yotsuba.co.jp/all-topics/...

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 19, the "Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026" will be held 😊 "See, Taste, and Play!" This festival allows you to enjoy the autumn blessings of Toyokoro 🎵🎵 This year, special limited menus featuring "Toyosui" from Soma City and "Keisui" and "dried sweet potatoes" from Chikusei City will color the venue with luxurious autumn flavors 🎀 On stage, enjoy performances by the local Toyokoro Taiko group "Enkai" and the Toyokoro Junior High School brass band, as well as street performances by "Kosuke" and a glamorous singing show by enka singer Kaori Kouzai ✨✨ Additionally, the popular autumn salmon sale from Otsu and salmon catching events will be held‼️ There will also be a "mochi & candy toss" with local specialties as prizes, food trucks offering local flavors, and plenty of delicious gourmet options. We warmly invite you and your friends and family to join us 🤗 🔶Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: JA Toyokoro Multipurpose Square 🔶Contact: "Sea and Earth Festival" Toyokoro Industrial Festival 2026 Executive Committee Office (Toyokoro Town Hall, Industrial Section, Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 015-574-2217 https://www.toyokoro.jp/page/7802.html...

Event Announcement 📣 On September 12th (Saturday) to September 13th (Sunday), we will hold the "13th National Wagyu Ability Competition Hokkaido Tournament One Year Pre-Event" at Obihiro Ban'ei Racecourse 😊 The "National Wagyu Ability Competition" is a "Wagyu Festival" where excellent Wagyu from all over the country gathers once every five years. With the Hokkaido Tournament approaching next year, this event will offer a special two days filled with delicious meat and fun activities 🎵 🔶 Main Programs on September 12th ・The opening will feature a performance by the cheerleading team from Hokkaido Obihiro Sanjo High School (10:15 AM) ・A talk show featuring producers of Kuroge Wagyu (11:00 AM) ・A talk show by the Wa Gyu group, the future bearers (2:00 PM) ・The ending will be a rock-paper-scissors contest for Kuroge Wagyu meat (3:50 PM) 🔶 Main Programs on September 13th (Sunday) ・"Tokachi Meat Festival" by the Tokachi Meat Industry Cooperative (2:00 PM) 🔶 Programs Held on Both Days ・Wagyu photo session with local characters ・Gourmet food trucks will be present This is an opportunity to enjoy delicious food while experiencing the charm of Wagyu. Let's start the countdown together towards the Wagyu Festival one year from now! 🤗 🔷 Date: September 12th, 2026 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM September 13th, 2026 (Sunday) from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM 🔷 Venue: Obihiro Ban'ei Racecourse 🔷 Contact: 13th National Wagyu Ability Competition Hokkaido Executive Committee TEL: 011-209-8553 https://zenkyo-hokkaido.jp//

The autumn leaf season has arrived! Announcing the "Kawayu Marche"! On Saturday, October 10, 2026, we will hold the "6th Kawayu Marche" in front of EZO HOUSE at Kawayu Onsen! Restaurants from Teshikaga will gather to offer gourmet food and drinks, as well as events like Kawayu Bayashi, game tournaments, and handheld fireworks, ensuring fun for both children and adults. Enjoy a day that's a little different at Kawayu Onsen this autumn! ≪Schedule≫ Kawayu Bayashi Experience the excitement of the Kawayu Onsen festival with "Kawayu Bayashi"! First performance: 13:00 Second performance: 16:00 Struck Out Tournament 15:00~ Challenge yourself in the struck out game and win prizes! *Participation is free Potato Weighing Game 17:00~ Fun for parents and children! Join us for a potato weighing game! Prizes will be provided for participants. *Participation is free Handheld Fireworks☆Children Only☆ 19:00~ The finale of the marche will feature handheld fireworks for everyone to enjoy. Create wonderful memories at Kawayu Onsen. *Participation is free Simultaneously held! Experience tours are also accepting applications! Experience tour "AWAKE FROM KAWAYU" to enjoy the nature of Kawayu Onsen Explore the unique nature and attractions of Kawayu Onsen with a guide. For more details, please visit Teshikaga Navi 🤩 https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/2026kawayumarusye/...

Hello! 😃 Welcome to Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Sengataki Store! 🍷 September still has some lingering heat. During this season, we recommend the stunning spot in Yamanashi, "Shosenkyo Gorge" 🌿 As you enjoy the nature of the valley, you will be greeted by the impressive "Senga Falls" waiting ahead. 💧✨ Surrounded by the sound of the waterfall, the splash of water, and the cool air, you can refresh yourself from the summer fatigue with a delightful moment. 🍃 And after enjoying Senga Falls... 🍇 head over to "Yamanashi Wine Kingdom Sengataki Store"! This season's delight, ✨the new Delaware wine✨ has arrived! 🍷 Experience the vibrant aroma and fresh taste unique to Delaware. How about taking home a bottle that captures this time of year as a souvenir or memory of your trip? 💕 After feeling the coolness at Senga Falls, enjoy Yamanashi's new wine. In September, when the heat still lingers, take your time to feel the gradual change of the season at Shosenkyo. 🍷🌿

Event Announcement📣 On Saturday, September 12th, the "Tomuraushi Onsen Festival" will be held at Tomuraushi Onsen, Higashitaisetsusou in Shintoku Town😊 As a token of our gratitude, we will offer free day-use bathing on that day, along with popular 100-yen vegetable filling and many fun activities including local food stalls and merchandise🎵 We invite you to come and enjoy with your family and friends🤗 🔶Date: September 12, 2026 (Saturday) from 12:00 to 16:00 (Rain or shine) 🔶Venue: Tomuraushi Onsen, Higashitaisetsusou (Parking and inside the facility) *Please note that the free shuttle bus for day-use (reservation required) is fully booked. We appreciate your understanding. We look forward to your visit by private car🚗 🔶Contact Information Tomuraushi Onsen, Higashitaisetsusou TEL: 0156-65-3021 (Reception hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM) https://www.tomuraushionsen.com/blog/news/postid_516/...

Event Announcement 📣 On Saturday, September 12th, the "Beet Museum Festa Sweets Fair 2026" will be held 😊 The Beet Museum will be open for free, and there will be a guided tour of the museum with the director 🎵 Additionally, those who find all the hidden "Nitten Logo" at the venue will receive original merchandise as a gift 🎁🎁 Moreover, we will have special sales of beet oligosaccharides and beet sugar, as well as sweets and bread made with beet sugar 🎵 Furthermore, there will be a trolley ride experience, a children's festival, and a variety of programs including performances by the Obihiro Kita High School Brass Band, street performances by twin performers, and a show featuring the popular Jibasan Thunder Hero for kids 😍 This is a great opportunity to experience the charm of sugar up close‼ We look forward to seeing you all 🤗 https://beet-museum.jimdoweb.com//

Enjoy the blessings of the sea and land in a special course. At Kussharo Prince Hotel, we offer three types of Western course meals that you can choose according to your mood and preferences. Savor each carefully prepared dish during a leisurely dinner time. Perfect for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or as a treat for yourself. Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones during these special moments. ◆Limited menu available from September to November. Reservations required. Please note that the menu may change based on the availability of rare ingredients. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. For details and reservations for the Western course dinner, please visit our official website through the link in our profile. 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

Event Announcement📣 The "30th Honbetsu Kirameki Town Festival 2026 / East Tokachi Fireworks Festival" will take place over two days from September 5 (Saturday) to September 6 (Sunday)😊 On the day of the event, enjoy a quiz contest by the Meiji Honbetsu Factory, thrilling pony pulling races, HIP HOP dance performances by local children, wind ensemble performances by middle and high school students, and a showcase of the local performing art "Yoshitsune Taiko," all packed with the charm of the region🎵 Additionally, there will be a popular hero show for children, a demonstration of hand-baked rice crackers from Asakusa Nakamise in Tokyo (available only on September 5), and numerous gourmet booths featuring local ingredients. The festival will conclude with the "HBC Kayou Show," featuring Takeshi Kitayama and Akemi Ishii, where you can enjoy their melodious singing😍 At night, the spectacular "East Tokachi Fireworks Festival" will light up the night sky of Honbetsu🎆 There are plenty of programs for both adults and children to enjoy over these two days!! We invite everyone to come and join us🤗 【Visitor Guidelines】 ① The fireworks festival and song shows are usually very crowded. We ask for your cooperation in maintaining good manners and sharing space to make the event enjoyable for everyone. ② There are no trash bins on site. We have garbage bags available at the main office, so please help us by taking your trash home. ③ Pets are not allowed in the venue (even if carried or in diapers) 🔶Date: September 5, 2026 - September 6, 2026 🔶Venue: Toshibetsu River Riverside Special Venue 🔶Contact: Honbetsu Kirameki Town Festival Executive Committee Office (Honbetsu Town Future Creation Division) TEL: 0156-22-2141 https://www.town.honbetsu.hokkaido.jp/kirameki/index.html...

We are currently accepting participants for the event! 📣 On Saturday, September 12th, the "12th Global Naumann Elephant Table Tennis Tournament" and the "Naumann Park Golf Cosplay Pair Tournament in Churui" will be held simultaneously in Makubetsu, Churui. 😊 This event, held in a location associated with the Naumann elephant, features table tennis using original zori rackets and park golf enjoyed in pairs while in cosplay, making it a sport that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced players, and from children to adults. 🎵 All participants will receive a tournament original towel and a free bathing privilege at Nauman Onsen!‼ At the end of the tournament, there will also be a raffle for wonderful prizes! 😍 The application deadline is tomorrow, September 4th (Friday)!‼ To create fun memories, please invite your family, friends, and colleagues to apply together! 🤗 Please submit your application by September 4th (Friday) via the web form (https://logoform.jp/f/TRdty).... https://www.town.makubetsu.lg.jp/news/event/1112.html...

This is a scene from Nasumachi, Tochigi Prefecture. A mother and daughter walk hand in hand along a path surrounded by colorful trees. Leaves are scattered at their feet, and vibrant flowers line both sides of the road. There's nothing particularly special about it, but the time spent walking together will become precious memories when looked back on someday. This captures a day in autumn.

Under the golden ginkgo tree, my daughter spread her arms wide. The grounds of Iouin in Okegawa City, Saitama Prefecture, evoke a sense of history, surrounded by ginkgo leaves covering the ground. The beauty of autumn, cherished by the Japanese for generations, intertwines with the innocent figure of a child living in the present. It is a scene of autumn in Japan that I want to cherish forever.

Experience the great nature of Hokkaido with your family🌿🛶 Canoeing at Lake Kussharo creates special memories with stunning views and unforgettable moments. After a fun-filled day, relax at the hotel✨ Save this for your next family trip😊 Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The slowly flowing time and the beautiful sunset in Kushiro. Enjoy delicious food, and cherish even the casual moments as memories of your journey. Experience a heartwarming time in Kushiro, one of the world's three great sunset cities. Follow us and check out the latest information from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

This photo was taken at Endo Farm in Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture. It offers a prime spot to overlook the sunflowers blooming all around under the summer sky. From the top of a tall ladder, my daughter points and laughs at something she found. May this vibrant scene, filled with the bright yellow of the sunflowers and the blue sky, become a cherished summer memory for our family someday.

This is a photo taken when my family visited Gero Onsen Gassho Village in Gifu Prefecture. While strolling around the grounds, I discovered a sign leading to an observation deck and became curious about what kind of view I would see, so I climbed up. What I saw there was a landscape filled with mountains, trees, blue skies, and clouds. Since I usually see bustling cityscapes with buildings and many people, encountering a scene where there were no people at all and only nature spread out felt nostalgic, allowing me to experience the beauty of untouched nature. Additionally, before the COVID-19 pandemic, my family used to travel to the mountains every summer, but since then, we haven't had many opportunities to go. The moment I saw this view, memories of summer trips with my family during my childhood flooded back, and I realized that the landscapes of mountains and skies hold a special place in reminding me of our summer family vacations.

Here are the reasons you'll want to take it slow. Even the time spent doing nothing becomes a part of your travel memories. Experience the unique views of Kushiro, known as one of the world's three great sunset cities. Enjoy a relaxing moment at the Kushiro Prince Hotel. Follow us to check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

A Hidden Gem! Introducing Recommended Photo Spots✨ 〈Don't forget to tap the 'save' icon if you want to revisit this later!〉 ①Ōmuro Kofun Group This site is considered the largest stone mound burial group in Japan, featuring around 500 ancient tombs that are truly impressive! It is home to a concentration of uniquely structured tombs that are rare even on a national level. Within the grounds, you can find the Oomuro Kofunkan, which provides guidance on the tombs and exhibitions related to the ancient burial mounds in the city. 【Address】310 Ōmuro, Matsushiro, Nagano City 【Hours】Open from April to November, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 【Closed】Mondays (or the following day if it falls on a public holiday), the day after public holidays (excluding Saturdays and Sundays), winter season 【Fee】Free ②Hijiri Daijingu Shrine A place that feels like stepping into a Studio Ghibli world. Walking through the serene grounds, you are enveloped by the greenery of the trees and soft light, creating a calming moment. The natural beauty that changes with the seasons is also a charm. 【Address】5405-2 Ooka, Nagano City ③Shinsugara no Tanada Shinsugara no Tanada is a perfect photo spot where you can enjoy the original scenery of the satoyama (village forest)! The beautiful landscape of rice fields changes its expressions depending on the season and time of day. 【Address】Tanaguchi, Shinsugara Town (the photo was taken along Prefectural Route 70) ④Sansai Station Sansai Station is a unique photo spot that makes you want to take pictures! It’s a tradition to take commemorative photos with the letters of Sansai in front of the station, making it perfect for travel memories and family photos. 【Address】2207 Nenbutsuzuka, Oaza Sansai, Nagano City ⑤Minagami Mountain This mountain resembles an artificially raised lava dome. Minagami Mountain is a mystical spot that has sparked theories about it being the largest pyramid in the world created in ancient times, with related books published. 【Location】Toyohide, Matsushiro, Nagano City ⑥Old Battlefield Sign (Old Battlefield Entrance Intersection) This road sign has become a topic of conversation for being incredibly stylish. Some have even said it has the 'majesty of a king' at the intersection near Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park! 【Location】Intersection near Kawanakajima Battlefield Historic Park (Old Battlefield Entrance Intersection) #Photo Spots #Hidden Gems #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism

🌊🐚【Special Sea Play Experience!】🐚🌊 A special tidal flat in Shirahama Fishing Port, Shimoda City, which is usually off-limits, will be open for two days only on Saturday, August 29th and Saturday, September 12th!✨ Under the supervision of the fishing cooperative, you will search for and observe creatures in the tidal flat, then return them to the sea🌱🐠 We will hold an environmentally friendly "Sea Play GO" event! How about exploring places that are usually inaccessible in the clear waters of Shimoda?🔍🌊 It's perfect for creating summer memories☀️✨ 📌 Limited to 20 participants per session, reservation required 📱 Reservations can be made through the official website! For details and reservations, please check the official website below👇 https://umigo.co.jp/shirahama-fishing-port/...

Announcement of the Onneto Guide Walk 📣 If you want to learn about the rich nature of Hokkaido and Onneto, or if you wish to take a leisurely walk along the quiet lakeside and forest for some relaxation, the "Onneto Guide Walk" is perfect for beginners. Join a guide from Hotori LLC and rediscover the charm of Onneto while strolling by the lakeside. The walk is 3.7 km around Onneto and takes about 2 hours. 🔶 Dates: August 3, 2026 - October 31, 2026 (Please check Hotori LLC's social media for the operating days) 🔶 Location: Lakeside Rest House at Onneto 🔶 Fee: 6,600 yen per person (including insurance), 【10% off for social media followers】 *Free for ages 3 to under 6 🔶 Times: ① 10:00 AM, ② 1:00 PM 🔶 Group Size: 1 to 5 people 🔶 Application Method: Please apply through the application form. 🔶 Other: We are currently not accepting group bookings. Thank you for your understanding. 🔶 Contact: Hotori LLC (Contact: Fuke) TEL: 0156-28-0115 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM) *If the person in charge is unavailable, we will return your call. 🔶 Hotori LLC's Instagram → @hotori.onneto https://forms.gle/UY2jCNbv693KUe1o7...

As a child, I peered into the small universe of marbles every time I drank ramune. As an adult, I tried to capture the grand fireworks illuminating the night sky of Yokohama and the beautifully lit sailing ship Nippon Maru within that small marble. The collaboration of the retro ramune bottle and the vibrant night view of Minatomirai. It's an unforgettable summer night memory where nostalgia and novelty intersect.