Photographed on September 3, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. See you next year.

【Reihoku Sunset Marche】Announcement for September📣 Hello everyone! Here’s the announcement for the "Reihoku Sunset Marche" taking place in September♪ 👀Highlights of this Sunset Marche👀 ❣The "Reihoku Sunset Marche" will feature local agricultural products, processed goods, and side dishes for sale, including new rice and seasonal early mikan! We look forward to seeing you all😊 Don’t forget to bring your own shopping bag🛍✨ 【Items for Sale】 ・Okra ・Rice🌾 ・Side Dishes ・Water Spinach ・Green Lemon ・Early Mikan ・Sweet Potato🍠 ・Basella ・Winter Melon ・Molokhia 🥦🍅🥕🍠🥬🧅🫑🌽🌶🫛🍆🫚🥔 Reihoku Sunset Marche 【Date】September 13 (Sunday) from 1 PM to 3 PM 【Location】(General Incorporated Association) Amakusa Reihoku Tourist Association, Reihoku Town Tourist Information Center (4535-1 Kamitsufukae, Reihoku Town)

JAF Kyushu Rally Championship Round 5 "EAST Kyushu 2026" ❚ Taking place on September 20, 2026 The "JAF Kyushu Rally Championship Round 5 (EAST Kyushu 2026)" will be held in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This event is a rally competition that starts and finishes in Ogata Town, covering a course of approximately 145 km within the city. It will take place from Saturday, September 19 to Sunday, September 20, with gallery seats set up at Ontake Prefectural Natural Park on the 20th, allowing spectators to watch up close. Experience the thrill as the competing vehicles race right in front of you. The gallery seats are limited to 100 vehicles and require advance registration. The participation fee is 1,000 yen per person, and residents of Bungoono City and children under elementary school age can attend for free. Please bring something that verifies your address and age on the day of the event. Once you enter the venue, you cannot leave until all the competing vehicles have passed. Please prepare your drinks and other necessities in advance. Enjoy the excitement of the rally unfolding in the clear autumn air of Bungoono. *Please note that the service park for the competing vehicles has been moved to an open space next to "Ogata Kodomoen (formerly Ogata Nursery)" near the Ogata Branch Office in Bungoono City. In case of rain, the Ogata Branch Office may serve as the service park. For more details, please contact the organizers. 【Date】 Sunday, September 20, 2026 *Held rain or shine 【Gallery Venue】 Ontake Prefectural Natural Park (Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Fee】 1,000 yen per person *Free for residents of Bungoono City and children under elementary school age 【Registration】 Advance registration required for 100 vehicles *Please register via the QR code on the flyer. 【Contact】 Rally Club Oita 090-3602-2343 (Contact: Hayata)

Photographed on September 3, 26. This is the matchmaking wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The matchmaking wind chime event has ended.

Taken on September 8, 26. This is bitter cream coffee and chocolate terrine.

Taken on September 8, 26. This is the Starbucks Kanetsuki-dōri Store.

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/...

This is a fortune slip for good relationships and connections, featuring the Aida fish.

The buildings at Manda Pit showcase the technology and ingenuity of the time. They include structures for operating large machinery, facilities connecting underground and above ground, and spaces that support the workers. By observing each element, one can understand that the coal mine was a collection of advanced technologies. It's not only fascinating for history enthusiasts but also offers considerable appeal to those interested in architecture and machinery. 【Visiting Information】9:30 AM to 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 Mine Station (free exhibition room and ticket sales) #Modern Industrial Heritage #History of Technology #Industrial Heritage #Miike Coal Mine #Historical Architecture #Architecture Enthusiasts #Mechanical Heritage #Manda Coal Mine #Industrial Heritage #Engineering History #Arao City #Kumamoto Travel #Japan Travel #World Heritage #Visit Japan

Today, I visited the Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I came to express my gratitude for passing the exam. I thought there would be fewer people since it was 8 AM on a weekday, but it turned out to be the Good Relationship Prayer Festival.

Photographed on September 1, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I made a big move from Yokohama to Kawagoe, and my energy ran out before sunset, so I left early.

Taken on September 1, 2026. These are the matchmaking wind chimes from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The matchmaking wind chimes have ended.

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//

[GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training: Learning International Standards for Sustainable Tourism] 'GSTC Certified Training in Teshikagacho' By participating in the GSTC Sustainable Tourism Training Program (STTP), you can learn the knowledge and methods necessary for practicing and improving sustainability in travel and tourism. The training covers the GSTC standards, which are the global benchmarks for sustainable travel and tourism, and introduces best practices in businesses and communities. Upon completing the three-day training, a certificate of completion will be issued by GSTC. (This certificate will only be issued to those who attend the entire three-day training.) Those who obtain the certificate are eligible to take the STTP exam. If you pass the exam, you will receive the GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism issued by GSTC. About the Certificate and Qualifications - A certificate of completion will be issued by GSTC upon finishing the three-day training - After completion, you will be eligible to take the STTP exam - Passing the exam allows you to obtain the "GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism" "Sustainable Tourism Training: Learning International Standards for Sustainable Tourism" GSTC Certified Training in Teshikagacho Dates: October 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2026 (3 days) Each day starts at 9:00 AM *The first and second days will be classroom sessions, while the third day will involve fieldwork and reflection Target Audience: Those interested in sustainable tourism community development, management, product creation, etc., who can participate in the training for all three days Location: Kushiro-Ken Mashu Kanko Bunka Center, Audiovisual Room 3-3-1 Mashu, Teshikagacho, 015-482-1811 Participation Fee: Free Capacity: 25 people

Enjoy a morning moment on the top floor of the hotel. We have gathered popular items from our breakfast buffet 🍽 Starting with a seafood bowl that you can customize with your favorite toppings, choose from Japanese and Western dishes according to your mood of the day. While overlooking the city of Kushiro and the Pacific Ocean, enjoy the beginning of your travel day. *Breakfast is exclusive to our guests. Follow us to check the latest information about 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

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/...

On Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27, 2026, the "Ofune Matsuri" will be held at Hotaka Shrine, evoking the romance of ancient times. The Ofune Matsuri is a grand festival where five boats, decorated with Hotaka dolls, parade through the city amidst the sounds of flutes and drums, gathering at Hotaka Shrine for a sacred ritual. The tourism association will offer a viewing tour to fully enjoy this magnificent festival. Next to the shrine, the event "Azumino Terrace" will also take place, featuring food trucks and craft shops. It's an event where you can eat, shop, see, and play. This time, it's an event that encourages thinking about "the future of Azumino"! We have prepared five special benefits for this occasion! 1. A special viewing area close to the climax scene where the two adult boats collide! 2. Includes a 1,000 yen ticket usable at the "Azumino Terrace" event with food trucks and craft shops! 3. A delightful limited edition "Ofune Matsuri" goshuin (temple seal) on half paper! 4. Entry ticket to the Ofune Kaikan, where you can learn all about the Ofune Matsuri! 5. Boost your fortune from the powerful spot of Hotaka Shrine! For more details, visit the official website. https://reserve.489ban.net/client/azumino-e-tabi/0/detail/1128736...

Welcome to the Sauna Town 2026 Campaign ❚ Running until March 14, 2027 The "Welcome to the Sauna Town 2026 Campaign" is being held at sauna facilities in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. By using the sauna facilities in the city, you can receive a 500 yen "Sauna Town Coupon" that can be used at participating shops in the area. This campaign is available for those who use the sauna facilities, with one coupon distributed per person. The coupon can be used at city participating shops other than the facility where it was received. It is designed to enhance your time after the sauna, allowing you to enjoy meals, sweets, and souvenir shopping. The coupons will be distributed until they run out, so if you're interested, please head out early. *For more details, please check the Bungoono City Tourism Association website or the Bungoono City official website. ■■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 tourist attractions and recommended spots in Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Taken on September 1, 2026. This is the matchmaking wind chime at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. The matchmaking wind chime will be available until September 6.

Photographed on September 1, 26. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. I found a red thread wind chime.

Taken on September 1, 26. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. It was a big move from Ichibanchou to Yokohama to Kawagoe.

Captured on September 1, 26. This is the string fortune at Motomachi Itsukushima Shrine.🧵

Taken on September 1, 26. This is Honey Ginger Milk Tea from SAND GLASS.

Inukai Stone Buddha ❚ Oita Bungoono Geopark The Inukai Stone Buddha is located in Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This rock-carved statue, etched into a cliff by the Ono River, depicts a Fudo Myoo (Acala) with a height of approximately 3.8 meters. While many may envision Fudo Myoo with a stern expression, this stone Buddha is known for its gentle, rounded face. Flanking it are standing statues of Seitaka Doji and Kongara Doji, carved closely beside it, with the characters "Ryūdenzan" also inscribed on the rock face. Nearby, a Gorintō (five-storied pagoda) stands, creating a tranquil space that evokes a sense of history by the quiet riverbank. The rock on which the statue is carved is believed to be welded tuff formed from the Aso pyroclastic flow about 90,000 years ago, and it is estimated to date back to the Kamakura period based on the style of the statue. 【Location】Tawara Watanose, Inukai Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to the center of Bungoono City■■■ Approximately 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka Prefecture Approximately 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station in Kumamoto Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station in Oita Prefecture Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station in Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended sightseeing spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

This is Kokia at Hitachi Seaside Park. In autumn, the red Kokia spreads across the hills, moving those who see it.

Taken on September 1, 26. This is a chiffon cake with tea from SAND GLASS in Motomachi.

Taken on September 1, 26. I visited Yokohama Masobyo located in Yokohama Chinatown.

Pour your heart into the final dish. Each dessert that concludes the Western course dinner is carefully crafted. After enjoying the meal, indulge in a sweet moment that melts your heart. At Kussharo Prince Hotel, enjoy a leisurely evening. Be sure to follow us to receive the latest updates from 📍Kussharo Prince Hotel🌿 https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/...

In the morning at your travel destination, enjoy your favorites as much as you like. We offer a diverse menu ranging from Japanese to Western cuisine. 🍴 One of the morning delights is the seafood bowl, where you can enjoy your favorite toppings. 🐟✨ What would you start with? Enjoy your morning in Kushiro with the view from the top floor of the hotel. Follow us to check the latest updates from 📍Kushiro Prince Hotel! ✨ https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/...

[Save this] Here’s some tourist information about the Togakushi Shrine's Five Shrines tour!✨ Visiting the Five Shrines of Togakushi Shrine during the comfortable months of September to October is highly recommended! 〈Don’t forget to tap the "save" icon if you want to revisit this later!〉 "What is the Five Shrines Tour of Togakushi Shrine?" Togakushi Shrine consists of five shrines: Okusha, Naka Shrine, Hokosha, Kuzuryū Shrine, and Hinomiko Shrine. Each shrine offers different benefits and stamps, so you can enjoy exploring their unique characteristics. "Overview of the Five Shrines Tour" 【Period】You can visit year-round. *Okusha and Kuzuryū Shrine are closed during winter.* 【Transportation】Bus, private car, walking, etc. *There are paid parking lots, but the number of available spaces may be limited.* *You can use the reserved Togakushi Line sightseeing express bus from Nagano Station.* 【Duration】It varies depending on your mode of transportation, but if walking the entire route, it generally takes about half a day. 【Order of Worship】There are no formal rules, so please visit according to your schedule. "Recommended Information" 【Lunch】 Togakushi Soba, considered one of Japan's top three soba noodles, is highly recommended. There are many Togakushi soba restaurants around Naka Shrine. Additionally, there are shops offering soba and soft serve ice cream at the entrance of Okusha Sandō. 【Scenic Spots】 The thatched Zuijinmon gate and the avenue of cedars, which are over 400 years old, located halfway along the path to Okusha, are among Japan's top scenic spots. 【Commemorative Bookmark for Shrine Visits】 If you collect the stamps from all five shrines, you will receive a "Commemorative Bookmark for Shrine Visits"! 【Togakushi Walking and Climbing Guide】 Walking with a guide who has extensive experience and knowledge not only provides a sense of security but also offers new discoveries that differ from walking alone! You can apply for courses such as the Okusha worship course or the Five Shrines tour course according to your needs. *For more details, please visit the Togakushi Shrine Official Website or @togakushi_jinja.* #Togakushi Shrine #Togakushi #Five Shrines Tour of Togakushi Shrine #Nagano City #Nagano Tourism