On April 7, the winter road closure on the road leading to the mysterious lake Onneto, a tourist attraction of the Ashoro, was lifted. Today, Onneto is almost completely ice with some exceptions. Please come ♪ to GW Ashoro *Onneto takes about 45 minutes by car from the city center. The temperature is lower than in the city, so please come in warm clothes. There is no direct public transportation service to Onneto, so please come by rental car.

You can overlook Lake Akkeshi.

Full moon night, Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms Yamanashi Prefecture Fujikawaguchiko Town Kawaguchiko Lake Shore

It was foggy in the morning, but I enjoyed the atmosphere at the Yamanakako. That's why I decided to post this picture, the mysterious yet fascinating feel of the place guarantees to draw all your attention.

★ The 16th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Sightseeing spots Japan to visit in spring" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce a post by "Phúc Jindo"! The powerful view of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms is superb. Lake Kawaguchiko, located in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture, is one of the popular tourist destinations of the Fuji Five Lakes. The surrounding area is full of scenic spots of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms. Many tourists visit every year. ◆Lake Kawaguchi◆ 【Address】〒401-0301 Yamanashi Prefecture Minamitsuru-gun Fujikawaguchiko Town 【Access】 About a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyu Line

At the Kurumagawa Dam in the Irihirose district of Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, the snow that covered the dam lake during the winter has begun to melt, and the scene looks like drift ice. It is a phenomenon called "snow flow". Every year around the beginning of April, it synchronizes with the Milky Way and shows a superb view. 2022.04.10.Shooting.

What kind of place is Ashoro? We will introduce plenty of Ashoro attractions and sightseeing spots to everyone who sees the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you! Ashoro is the largest town and village in Japan in the northeastern part of Tokachi. Forestry and agriculture are thriving, and about 80% of the town's area is forested. The population is about 6,500. Basically, you can travel by car in the town, and access by car from major cities in Hokkaido is as follows. ・About 1 hour by car from Obihiro ・About one and a half hours by car from Kushiro ・About one and a half hours by car from Kitami ・About 3 and a half hours by car from Sapporo ・About 3 and a half hours by car from Asahikawa One of the popular tourist spots of such a Ashoro is "Ashoro Galaxy Hall 21" in the center of the Ashoro. It was originally built as an ashiyoro station on the Hokkaido Chihoku Kogen Railway "Furusato Galaxy Line" and was registered as a roadside station in 2004, but after the "Furusato Galaxy Line" was discontinued in 2006, it was reopened in 2011 and became its current appearance. In the facility, the tracks and trains used for 95 years are reproduced by making use of the original platform. In addition, Ashoro is the birthplace of singer-songwriter Chiharu Matsuyama, and the "Chiharu Matsuyama Gallery" in the facility is decorated with her favorite guitar and stage costumes. "Onneto" is recommended for those who want to enjoy sightseeing spots surrounded by Ashoro nature. Onneto is a lake with a circumference of 2.5 km west of Akan-Mashu National Park and was formed by the eruption of Mt. Meakan about 2,000 years ago. Since the color of the lake surface changes depending on the season, weather, and where you see it, it is also called "Goshikinuma" and "Mysterious Lake". * It takes about 50 minutes by car from the Ashoro city center. * During the winter period (December ~ April), the road leading to the lake is closed and vehicles are not allowed to pass. For details, please see the website of the Ashoro Tourism Association. Finally, we would like to introduce some of Ashoro's most popular events. The "Ashiyoro Furusato Bon Odori Ryogoku Fireworks Festival" held every August is the largest event in the town where as many as 8,000 fireworks dye the night sky of Ashiyoro in vivid colors (* In 2022, only fireworks were launched). When sightseeing in Hokkaido, please come to Ashoro. Japan's largest town with untouched nature awaits you with the best hospitality.

This time I want to recommend abashiri, a city on the northeastern coast of hokkaido. A city that faced toward sea of okhotsk. During winter you can enjoy drift ice festival. During this season they organize Lake Abashiri smelt fishing. It was a once in a lifetime experience for us. Here in this picture we were actually walking on the frozen lake abashiri. Here one can walk in the middle of frozen lake.

Ice bubble in Hokkaido, Lake Nukabira. It is a rare phenomenon in which air bubbles are trapped in a frozen lake. This time, it was extremely cold below -20°C because it was shooting at dawn, but when I found it, the cold was blown away! The Taushubetsu River Bridge is also famous in the Lake Nukabira, but this is also deteriorating and it is not known how long you will be able to see the current 11 arches, so it is a recommended spot right now!

Sunset over Lake Inawashiro

The Milky Way of a frozen dam in Hokkaido.

Abashiri Tourist Association. This year as well, the Abashiri winter tradition "Japanese smelt fishing" started on Saturday, January 7. Depending on the freezing conditions of Lake Abashiri, it will be held until Tuesday, March 21. You can also enjoy the Japanese smelt you catch yourself as tempura. (Additional charge required) Set price: Adults 1,800 yen / Elementary school students 1,400 yen 【Set contents】Recreational fishing fee, rental rod, device, bait, drilling fee, rental chair A deep fryer set (including pan, oil, deep frying powder, chopsticks, plates, and electromagnetic stove) is available for 1,000 yen. *Reservations are not required. * Please return the rental item by 15:30.

When it comes to Japan, Mt. Fuji is. In particular, I like the so-called child-hugging Fuji from Lake Shoji and often go to shoot, but it was the first time I was able to see such a cap cloud and reflection on the lake surface, and I was very impressed. Mt. Fuji shows a different expression whenever I go, so I really never get tired of it.

We crossed to Nakajima by Lake Toya steamer and trekked around the island in 3 hours. After walking for more than 1 hour, we arrived at the lake shore opposite the Nakajima pier. From there, Mt. Yotei (Ezo Fuji) in spring is reflected in the lake, making it look like an upside-down Fuji. It was beautiful to see the white Mt. Yotei with the remaining snow shimmering on the surface of Lake Toya. I sat by the lake and didn't want to move for a while. I had a mysterious feeling that I wanted to live here with a tepee (Indian tent) (laughs). A view that you can't see unless you come here at a certain time. It was awesome!

The first Oku Nikko of the year I watched the sunset over Lake Chuzenji. The slightly reddish mountain of the clouds reflecting the setting sun It's majestic and you will fall in love with it. Photographed from the Utagahama parking lot

Lake Toya was formed more than 110,000 years ago when water accumulated in a hole blown away by a volcano, and the top of the volcano is Nakajima that protrudes from the lake. Lakes are the energy of water, and water represents emotions, so it works to purify the mind. Since there is a volcano in it, it is a power spot that has fire in the water. Fire also purifies. This has a behavioral effect. Lake Toya, especially Nakajima, is a place of fire and water, purification and power of mind and body. I think this Nakajima, which is one of the best three in Hokkaido, will be crossed by Lake Toya steamship. From now on, we will ride the Espoir, which looks like a fairytale castle. It departs (*^_^* twice an hour of 00 minutes and 30 minutes.) It is 1500 yen for adults. On the boat, seagulls come in droves. The seagull is a symbol of freedom (Jonathan), so it's exciting. Although it is often mistaken for seagulls and sea cats. Both sea gulls and seagulls have yellow beaks, but sea gulls have red tips, and seagulls have pink legs, but sea gulls seem to have black legs. It was almost a seagull. The first thing you can see when you go over the lake is Benten Island and Kannon Island. These two islands are twin islands connected by a sandbar. Kannon Island is an island with a flat feeling. Here, "Nakajima Benzaiten" is enshrined. It has a reputation for increasing your fortune considerably. The triangle is Kannon Island. It is said that Enku carved a Buddha image on the island, and it is said that the "Guanyin Bodhisattva Statue" was enshrined on this island. (Kannon-sama is kept at Usu Zenkoji Temple, and a replica of it is dedicated in the hall of the island.) Usu Zenkoji Temple and Treasure Museum It is also a famous temple for cherry blossoms. You can see Showa Shinzan beyond the sandbank, so please pay attention. From Bentenjima, you can feel the vibration of the beautiful goddess and want to just look at it. You can't go ashore without chartering a boat, but I'd love to go there someday. There is a three-storied pagoda floating in the lake on the side, and it was also a really beautiful wave. It is said that the white dragon god, the guardian god of Lake Toya, is enshrined here. I felt like an old-fashioned goddess in a whitish costume, so maybe Benten-sama? I thought, but since it is a white dragon god, I am convinced. In addition to these two islands, Nakajima consists of four islands: Oshima, where pleasure boats land, and Manjujima, also known as Snake Island, which has many small snakes and cannot land. The steamer will land on Oshima. A lava dome formed by a volcanic eruption in the Toya Caldera about 50,000 years ago appeared on the surface of the water, and it has been confirmed that there are 11 volcanic bodies in the vicinity, including one at the bottom of the lake. The largest island, Oshima, has a circumference of 9.6 km, and the highest point, Tonoshi Kenupuri, is 455 m above sea level and is covered entirely by broad-leaved forest. (from Wikipedia) By the way, the reason why Nakajima has a peak (mountain) is because it erupted in the same place many times, which is rare. By the way, there are actually five islands, one of which is submerged in the lake and is said to be a mecca for diving. Standing on a sunken island even though it is a lake, it is as if you can feel as if you have been made from the lake. It's romantic. When you go to Oshima, there are shrines and coffee shops. You can enter through the gate and go around the island in about 3 hours. The great plains along the way are the best power spots. I'll introduce it in another post later.

Crossing the Dam Lake of the Milky Way... Photo taken on 2020/04/26.

The air storm and morning sun 🌅✨ seen for the first time at Kumamoto's "Ukishima Shrine" I was finally able to go to see a fantastic and wonderful scene, and it was a time of excitement and 🥰💗 healing.

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce Taka's post "Shirahige Shrine in Shiga Prefecture". The torii gate with the sunset in the background, the vast lake and the sky are fantastic. Shirahige Shrine, located in Lake Biwa in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, Kansai region, has been recognized as a Japan heritage site as a constituent cultural property of "Lake Biwa and its Waterside Landscape - Water Heritage of Prayer and Living". With a history of more than 2,000 years since its foundation, it is the oldest shrine in Omi. The goddess of the shrine was Sarutahiko no Mikoto, and it is said that the origin of the company's name was that Sarutahiko had white hair and a white demon. The benefits of Shirahige Shrine are wide-ranging, such as life extension and longevity, good luck, and matchmaking, and are believed to be the god of guidance and paving. The "Konaka Otorii Gate" floating on the lake is a hot topic for taking photogenic photos. On Saturdays, Sundays, and the year-end and New Year holidays, it is lit up and you can enjoy a superb view with a different atmosphere from the daytime. We also recommend the "Nishiomi Seven Lucky God Tour" where you can enjoy the treasure seals (red seals) of the seven gods of fortune scattered throughout Takashima City on special colored paper. There are two types of red seals of Shirahige Shrine, and you can receive the red seal of the regular and the Nishiomi Seven Lucky Gods Tour "Jurojin". ◆Shirahige Shrine◆ 【Address】〒520-1122 Shiga Prefecture Takashima City Unogawa 215 【Access】 【Car】 ・From Kyoto and Osaka From Kyoto Higashi IC, take Kosai Road / National Route 161 north 40 km ・From Tokyo and Nagoya Take Maibara JC to Hokuriku Expressway, and from Kinomoto IC, take National Routes 8, 303, and 161 south, 45 km 【Train】 From Kyoto Station, take the JR Kosei Line - Get off at Omi-Takashima Station for about 40 minutes (New Rapid) About 3 kilometers from Omitakashima Station, 40 minutes on foot, 5 minutes by taxi --------------------- ★ The 14th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being held with the theme of "Superb Photography of the Japan"! We look forward to receiving many applications from you!

Konaka Torii ⛩ Shirahige Shrine in the west of Lake Biwa The torii gate floating in the morning glow is divine

Lake Senbunji in Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture It is famous for bass fishing and smelt fishing, but it is a very impressive place 😯 with a fantastic sight in the morning fog in the early winter morning.

Lake Senbunji in Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture It is famous for bass fishing and smelt fishing, but it is a very impressive place 😯 with a fantastic sight in the morning fog in the early winter morning.

Lake Senbunji in Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture It is famous for bass fishing and smelt fishing, but it is a very impressive place 😯 with a fantastic sight in the morning fog in the early winter morning.

We were able to win the opening match of this year.

Lake Akan in Hokkaido 💙 It's also part of the Akan-Mashu National Park. I went here after visiting some shops at the Ainu Village.

Lake Onneto at Akan Mashu National Park in Hokkaido ✨ Beautiful clear lakes always amuse me. I remembered being so relaxed while looking at this lake, and the nature surrounding it.

Lake Tazawa. Snow. A world without sound. You can stand there forever... yes, it was cold.

Lake Suwa seen from the ryokan cafeteria The building with a Showa atmosphere has a unique charm and left a great impression.

I photographed Lake Tazawa and the torii gate standing there. It was good that I was able to produce the beautiful blue of the lake and the dynamic of the torii gate. I think I was able to take a very beautiful view.

#北海道 Blue pond