When you open the door, a tranquil moment gently welcomes you. Beyond the curtains lies Lake Kussharo. With your favorite drink in hand, simply gaze at the scenery. No need to worry about the time. It's perfectly fine to have a day like that. Welcome to a time just for you and the lake. Indulge in the luxury of doing nothing at Kussharo Prince Hotel. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

As of August 23rd, the six beaches in Shimoda City have concluded their opening period for swimming. For a safe beach experience, it is recommended to visit the swimming areas that are open during the designated period, where lifeguards and monitors are present🏖️✨ In Shimoda City, Shirahama Chuo will remain open until Sunday, August 30th, while Shirahama Ohama and Kyūjūhama will be open until Monday, August 31st🌺! At the end of the blog, we have summarized the facility information for the beaches that have concluded their opening period! *This information is accurate as of August 24, 2026. Please note that the content may change in the future.* https://www.shimoda-city.info/post/20260824...

At the Roadside Station Yachiho Kogen's Bloomin, there are plenty of apples on display✨ The red, ripe apples are lined up in the store👀🍎 As the season progresses, it's exciting to see various fruits appearing on the shelves! When you stop by, be sure to take a look♩

At Roadside Station Yachiho Kogen's Bloomin, you can find a wide variety of plums on display! 👏🏻👏🏻 A plum harvest calendar is also posted at the store, which can help you choose the right variety.✨ Enjoy the plums that are unique to this season!

What awaits beyond the door is a tranquil view overlooking Lake Kussharo. Welcome to a time just for you and the lake. Step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and let yourself embrace the slow flow of time. This summer, indulge in the luxury of doing nothing at the Kussharo Prince Hotel. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel 🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

The Heart and Healing Marche will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at EZO HOUSE in Kawayu Onsen. You can enjoy delicious okonomiyaki while also experiencing healing services such as fortune-telling and oil massages. We invite everyone to join us and enjoy a time of healing!✨ Heart and Healing Marche Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Location: Kawayu Onsen EZO HOUSE

🌻Sunflower Field🌻 In Teshikaga, there are spots where you can see many lovely sunflowers blooming beautifully at this time of year❣️ And guess what! Yesterday and today might just be the peak bloom?! You can easily find the location by searching for Taisei Rotec Corporation, Teshikaga Asphalt Plant. Enter the road next to the Teshikaga Town Speed Skating Rink! Please be careful as this place is different from the one posted last year⚠️ There is a parking area in front of the field, so please share the space amicably🅿️ Be sure to enjoy lots of sunflowers this year as well🌻

The JA Mashuuko Festival 2026 will be held this year too!! The JA Mashuuko Festival will take place again this year! There will be stage events, a fun lottery, a milk drinking contest, and a limited sale of hand-made fresh soba, along with plenty of delicious local products and pottery✨ Of course, there will also be food trucks🚚 JA Mashuuko Festival Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Location: 3-7-12 Chuo, Teshikagacho, Kawakami District, Hokkaido (A-Coop Teshikaga) Contents: Sale of local specialties, food trucks, various events, etc. We invite everyone to come and join us☺️ Organized by: Mashuuko Agricultural Cooperative (JA Mashuuko) https://www.jamashuuko.or.jp/news/2430/...

【Training Information】 Are you interested in learning about sustainable tourism? In Teshikagacho, we promote "sustainable tourism" under the slogan "To the city you want to go, to the city you want to live in," ensuring happiness for both residents and visitors. This autumn, we will hold four seminars on sustainable tourism. Each seminar is designed to be accessible, enjoyable, and practical. All are free, so we invite you to take this opportunity to participate. Seminar Overview ■ October 5 (Mon) - 7 (Wed) for three days GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training ■ October 13 (Tue) from 1 PM to 4 PM Diversity in Food Seminar & Cooking Workshop ■ November 17 (Tue) from 1 PM to 4:30 PM Cross-Cultural Communication Seminar with JAL Flight Attendants ■ December 1 (Tue) from 10 AM to 4 PM Sustainable Training for Accommodations and Tourist Facilities For details on each seminar, please check below. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/seminar_2026/...

[Notice of Closure] Thank you for always visiting Yachiho Highland Nature Park and the Flowering Tree Garden. We will be closed on September 3rd (Thursday) at both Yachiho Highland Nature Park and the Flowering Tree Garden. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to those who planned to visit, and we appreciate your understanding.

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...

Nagano's soul food, "oyaki" is a local dish from Nagano Prefecture made with a dough of wheat or buckwheat flour, wrapped around various fillings such as vegetables, wild plants, mushrooms, and sweet red bean paste. Today, I would like to introduce you to the oyaki from "Azumidō" 😄 They offer over 40 different types of oyaki throughout the year. Inside the shop, there is an irori (traditional sunken hearth) where you can grill and enjoy the oyaki you purchase.♫ Located right by the Azumino Interchange, make sure to stop by Swan Garden when you visit Azumino!

Hello everyone, this is the Shosenkyo Gorge Tourism Association. Yesterday in Shosenkyo was a day with lots of clouds, making it relatively cool and comfortable. 🌿 During the Obon holiday, many of you visited Shosenkyo. Thank you very much to everyone who came! The hot days are still continuing, so please remember to stay hydrated and take care of your health. ☀️ When you feel like going somewhere a bit cooler, please do visit Shosenkyo. ⛰️ Enjoy the rich greenery and the scenic views of the gorge while taking your time to relax. We look forward to your visit! 😊 Date of photography: August 17th.

Manda Pit is recommended for a day trip from Kumamoto City. You can experience a different aspect of Kumamoto's modernization history, unlike nature and hot springs. Why not add a touch of intellectual exploration to your usual Kumamoto trip? This is a unique spot in Arao City where you can actually walk and view a UNESCO World Heritage site. [Visiting Information] 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) / Closed: Mondays (the following weekday if a holiday) and during the New Year holidays / Admission: 410 yen for adults and university students, 310 yen for high school students, 210 yen for elementary and middle school students / Manda Pit Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #KumamotoDayTrip #AraoCityTourism #HistoricalTourism #LearningTrip #IndustrialHeritage #ModernizationOfJapan #MandaCoalMine #Kumamoto #AraoCity #KumamotoTravel #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #WorldHeritage #JapaneseHistory

Introducing a classic travel route in Hokkaido, covering Kushiro Prince Hotel, Kussharo Prince, Kushiro Shitsugen, Roadside Station, Mt. Io, and Sunayu. Based at Kushiro Prince, explore the unseen landscapes and natural wonders waiting in Kussharo. For estimated travel times, check from the profile👆 Follow us to receive the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel!✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

How about waking up to a sweet aroma in the morning? On the buffet table, you'll find colorful vegetables, Hokkaido potato butter croquettes, and fluffy scrambled eggs made with local eggs. And, pancakes that you can cook yourself. Enjoy a breakfast featuring Hokkaido ingredients, savoring the blessings of nature🍚✨ Take a leisurely morning in Kussharo, a slightly luxurious time. May such moments add color to your journey☀ Please follow us to receive the latest information from Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

From Osaka to Kochi Prefecture to Ehime Prefecture🚗 I visited the stunning summer spots, Cape Ashizuri and Kashiwa-jima. The sea is blue! It was refreshing🌊 The hotel was not far from the John Mung Museum. In Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, I enjoyed food walking at Dogo Onsen♨️! I had the tempura of Ichiroku Tart for 200 yen (tax included). It was incredibly delicious😋

This is the "Yanai Goldfish Lantern Festival" in Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Cute "Kingyo Chochin" lanterns decorate the street corners, creating a fantastical atmosphere with the soft light spilling from the lanterns. On the other hand, during the "Bakusō Neputa" on August 13th, the adorable "Kingyo Neputa" transforms and performs a wild and frenzied run. (laughs)

Summer settled over the village like a green silence. The mountains slept beneath the endless blue sky, while cicadas sang from the trees as if they had been singing there forever. Bright flowers bloomed along an empty roadside, leading somewhere unknown. A lazy afternoon, a gentle breeze, and the delicate sound of wind chimes drifting through Okutama made this summer feel a little more magical.

【Kuraoka Area Fishing Tournament🎣】 Today (August 15th), the Kuraoka Area Fishing Tournament was held for the first time in two years😊 It seems that a significant number of fish were released this year, and everyone was catching one after another🐟 The children were cheering each time they caught a fish, running to their parents saying, "Help me with the hook!"😆 A "Fish Catching" event for kids was also held✨ The fish swimming freely in the river posed quite a challenge for the children😂 Especially eels, which would slip away from their hands even after being caught, made it quite difficult🤣 However, some kids figured out a strategy to throw the fish and eels they caught onto the riverbank💡 Many families were seen heading home with a lot of fish, saying, "It's going to be a hassle to clean them later!"💦 Everyone is in for a feast tonight😋

The "Suhōten Festival" at Iminomiya Shrine, known as "the extraordinary festival of the world," boasts a history of over 1,800 years. Men carry bamboo poles that can reach up to 30 meters in length and weigh over 100 kilograms! Everyone, be careful not to knock over the bamboo, "Total Concentration: Bamboo Breathing!" Filming location: Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

A Definitive Guide: From Kushiro to Lake Kussharo! Explore Kushiro Shitsugen, Roadside Station, Mt. Io, and Sunayu on a scenic drive through eastern Hokkaido. Departing from Kushiro Prince Hotel, we introduce the classic route to Kussharo Prince Hotel while visiting breathtaking spots and foot baths. ✨ The drive from Kushiro to Kussharo Prince Hotel takes about an hour and a half without stops. Enjoy a seamless driving journey! ✨ Experience two destinations and diverse landscapes in one trip. Follow us and check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

Oita Bungoono Outing Information ❚ Inazumi Underwater Cave Sightseeing Boat At the Inazumi Underwater Cave in Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, you can enjoy an experience of an underwater cave and firefly river sightseeing boat. The cave maintains a temperature of about 16°C throughout the year. A serene atmosphere allows you to leave the summer heat behind and feel the charm of the cave submerged in water. The Inazumi Underwater Cave is said to have formed over approximately 200 million years and was submerged during the great eruption of Mt. Aso around 85,000 years ago. You can slowly enjoy the depth that cannot be touched just by walking around, from the comfort of the boat. The sightseeing boat moves under the guidance of staff, taking about 10 minutes. While listening to the formation and highlights of the cave, you will explore the interior from the water's surface perspective. Why not try experiencing the quiet time spread across the bottom of the cave? 【Location】Inazumi Underwater Cave (300 Nakatsuduru, Mie Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】Sightseeing boat 2,500 yen (additional entrance fee required) 【Capacity】3 adults 【Access】About 60 minutes by car from Mera Interchange on the Ōita Expressway About 20 minutes by car from Mie Town Station on the JR Hōhi Main Line 【Parking】Available 【Contact】Inazumi Underwater Cave TEL: 0974-26-2468 【Notes】No need to change clothes. Please check the operation status in advance on the day. ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Let's enjoy Teshikaga with the whole family! This time, we will introduce recommended events for spending the best family time in the summer of Teshikaga! People of all ages can enjoy it together! 🚗💨 ___ 01 Lecture: "Peeking into Lake Mashu" On August 27th, a lecture titled "Peeking into Lake Mashu: The Underwater World Revealed Through Water Temperature and Quality Surveys" will be held at Kawayu Visitor Center.👀💕 The speaker will be Professor Hideo Oyagi from the School of Policy Studies at Nanzan University. Let's think about the future of Lake Mashu together! Date: August 27th (Thursday) 18:00-20:00 *On that day, the opening hours will be extended until 21:00. *Admission is free. *The café on the second floor will be open until 20:10 (limited items for sale). 02 LINE Points Rally "Teshikaga Forest Grand Party - Invitation from the Swans" Due to its popularity last year, the LINE Points Rally project will return this year with an extended period. We have prepared a lottery for attractive luxurious prizes based on the points you earn, so we sincerely look forward to your participation! 🦢💌💙 ___ For more details, please check the QR code provided or visit Teshikaga Navi directly.🔍☺️ Let's fully enjoy the refreshing summer of Teshikaga! 🧚🏻‍♀️⛰️❣️ This might be the best season to enjoy Teshikaga! https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/morinobigparty/... https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/mashukonozoku/...

Let's enjoy Teshikaga with the whole family! Here are some recommended spots to spend quality family time in summer Teshikaga! Everyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy together 🚗💨 ___ 01 For transportation! For sightseeing! Rent a bicycle 🚲💨 The scenery changes dramatically when you move by bicycle instead of driving past. You might discover a new side of Teshikaga 👀💕 02 Create your own outdoor hot spring! Digging for hot springs in the sand How about digging for hot springs together with kids and even dogs? You can enjoy this unique activity. It might even be a great topic for summer vacation research! Let's fully enjoy the great nature of Teshikaga! ♨️ I personally recommend the cute cushions sold at the shop, which feel great to touch 🦕💙 03 Only now! A grand panorama! Lake Mashu SKY Cruise The annual scenic flight 🚁. You can enjoy the great nature of Teshikaga in a private space. Of course, taking photos is also allowed!! Experience a special version of Lake Mashu just for you 📸 04 LINE Points Rally Teshikaga Forest Grand Party ~Invitation from the Swans~ The popular LINE Points Rally event from last year is making a comeback!! It starts on 8/8✨ Please join us! ___ For more details, please check the QR code in the recommendations or visit Teshikaga Navi directly 🔍✨ Of course! In addition to the destinations introduced this time, Teshikaga has many other activities, which I will introduce little by little ✌︎ Let's fully enjoy the refreshing summer of Teshikaga 🧚🏻‍♀️⛰️❣️ And of course, don't underestimate health issues like heatstroke; take breaks gradually and enjoy without overdoing it. https://www.masyuko.or.jp...

Around 1 PM on August 8, 2026 The view from the terrace at Futtsu Kanaya "the fish" in the Inner Boso A midsummer blue sky, white summer clouds, and the shimmering sea Fishing boats moving through this scenery—how's the catch? It felt like a scene from a summer vacation sketchbook.

"No tools! No knowledge! Just come as you are! 🎣" "I want my kids to fish, but preparing and teaching them is tough..." Good news for all the parents out there! A hands-on fishing experience event taught by professionals is starting in Reihoku's sea! ✨ Thank you for always following the posts from the Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association! Today, we are excited to announce an experience event that will create the best memories of this autumn! 🌊✨ Local fishermen and anglers will kindly teach the kids, so even those who have never touched a fishing rod can aim for big catches with confidence! This experience includes a luxurious double feature! 👇 ①Catch fish from the shore using sabiki! (About 2 hours) We'll target seasonal horse mackerel and more! Be sure to capture the shining smiles of your kids when they catch something! 📸 ②Challenge yourself to fillet a sea bream! (About 2 hours) We'll move to the community center right in front of the port to fillet the sea bream! This experience is perfect for food education, as it teaches "gratitude for receiving life". 🐟 All you need to bring is "clothes that can get dirty and excitement"! However... to provide careful support, we can only accept 【3 groups (10 people max) per session】. 😭 Popular dates are likely to fill up quickly, so check the details and sign up now! 🗓 Event Overview 〇Date (Choose a convenient day): ・Saturday, September 12th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ・Monday, September 21st (Public Holiday), 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ・Saturday, September 26th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 〇Location: Nishikawauchi Fishing Port & Nishikawauchi Community Center (Sakase River, Reihokumachi, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture) 〇Capacity: 10 participants per session (up to 3 families) 〇Participation Fee (including rental fishing gear, sea bream for filleting, and insurance): ・Adults: 3,000 yen ・Children under junior high school: 1,500 yen (free for preschoolers) 〇What to bring: Clothes that can get dirty, a hat, a towel, drinks (cooler bag for take-home and ice packs) 🔗【How to Apply】 Applications are currently being accepted through the official website linked in the profile! *Registration will close once capacity is reached. If you're wondering, "Where should I go for the autumn holiday?", please sign up from the link in the profile before the spots fill up! 🔗

The Highland Guide Training Session A training session for highland guides was held at Yachiho Highland Nature Park✨ This year's theme was "Plants and Moss" During the training, we walked through the park with the instructor, who provided explanations about the plants and moss found in the nature park. Even in areas we usually walk through, focusing on the plants and moss led to many new discoveries👀

Tourist Spot Introduction ❚ Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum Located in Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture, the "Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum" was renovated in July 2021. This facility serves as the base for the "Oita Bungo-Ono Geopark," showcasing the landscape of Bungo-Ono, shaped by the massive eruption of Mt. Aso approximately 90,000 years ago, along with the nature, lifestyle, and culture that have developed on it, presented gently through the museum's exhibits. The displays, including drone footage and three-dimensional terrain models, are designed to be enjoyable to watch, making it a perfect place to stop by for a break along your sightseeing route. Both adults and children can discover the charm of Bungo-Ono at their own pace. It is the first spot you want to visit when you feel like learning a little more about the town. ■■Bungo-Ono City Museum Geopark Museum 【Location】881 Uchida, Mie Town, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture About a 40-minute drive from Oita Mera IC 【Opening Hours】9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) 【Closed】Mondays, national holidays, and during the New Year holidays (December 29 - January 4) 【Admission Fee】Free 【Parking】Available ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungo-Ono City■■■ About a 3-hour drive from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture About a 2-hour drive from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20-minute drive from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture About a 1 hour and 20-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Tourism in Kyushu, Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture Recommended spots introduction ■■■■■■■■■■■■