Photographed on September 1, 2014. This is the lily of the valley wind chime at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

Taken on September 1, 26. This is the lily of the wind chime at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine.

Taken on September 1, 2014. This is the "Chrysanthemum Festival Flower Water Offering - Treasure Box of Abundance" at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. No matter where you look from, it's a beautiful flower water offering.

Photographed on September 1, 2026. This is the "Choyo no Sekku Hanamizu - Treasure Box of Abundance" at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. It is available for a limited time until September 10.

Tokyo Daijingu Shrine is hosting a limited-time flower water display called 'Choyo no Sekku Hanamizuki – Treasure Box of Abundance' until September 10.

The limited-time flower water display at Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, "Choyo no Sekku Hanamizuki - A Treasure Box of Abundance," is available until Thursday, September 10th.

Today, I visited Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. It was a first-day visit.

The Kamogawa Joint Festival is a celebration held jointly by seven shrines in the Kamogawa city center. Seven portable shrines, one carrying float, three festival carts, and four food stalls will parade from their respective districts. Over two days, the festival will showcase vibrant activities from Kamogawa SEASIDE BASE to Awakamogawa Station. This is the largest festival in the Kamogawa area, held annually. Date Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM The Seven Shrines of the Former Kamogawa District: Oura Yakumo Shrine, Shirahata Shrine, Hie Shrine, Kumano Shrine, Suwa Shrine, Yokoshima Yakumo Shrine, Yawata Shrine.

Taken on August 6, 26. This is the matchmaking wind chime from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Hikawa Ryōfū-sō. Hikawa Ryōfū-sō is open until today (August 31).

"Wind chimes and mist" The refreshing sound of wind chimes resonates in the summer shrine grounds. The mist drifting through gently eases the hot air. The coolness felt through the ears and the coolness felt on the skin. This moment, unique to summer in Japan, has been captured in a single frame.

Even the shopkeeper cat is down. At Mamada Hachimangu Shrine, there are many "shrine cats." They have cat goshuin stamps and cat's one-grain-manifold protection charms. The shrine grounds are bathed in the summer sun. By the water fortune slips, even the shopkeeper cat seemed unable to withstand the heat. Stretching out on the stone pavement, it takes a moment to rest. This captures a slice of everyday life in Japan, amidst the summer heat.

Taken on July 30, 26. This is Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Hikawa Ryōfūsō. We are open until the 31st.

This is a view of the flower water basin at Obihiro Shrine in Obihiro City, Hokkaido. On the night of the 14th, LED lights in the water were illuminated, providing visitors with enjoyment as part of the "Evening Flower Water Basin."

Taken on August 27, 2026. This is the Aitai fortune slip from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

Taken on August 27, 2026. These are the matchmaking wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.

The Kawayu Shrine Grand Festival Starting today, August 27th, the 'Kawayu Shrine Grand Festival' kicks off at Kawayu Onsen! Today, we enjoyed the Kawayu Bayashi and a karaoke competition. It will continue until the 29th, so be sure to check it out! ✔️ From tomorrow, there will be plenty of events along with delicious food and drinks, so stay tuned! ☺️🪅

Taken on August 27, 2014. I visited Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. These are the matchmaking wind chimes. I prayed for good luck on my exam. 🙏

Photographed on August 6, 2014. These are the matchmaking wind chimes from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Hikawa Kaikan.

Taken on August 6, 26. Kawagoe Hikawa Kaikan, featuring red and white wind chimes tied with a decorative cord.

It's really hot, isn't it? 🫠 This is a wind chime water.

Photographed on August 16, 2026. The wind chimes on the benches at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine had changed to a love color.

Photographed on August 16, 26. This is the peach parfait from Hikawa Suzukaze-sou. It includes tai monaka, coconut meringue, lychee & raspberry macaron, almond cookie, peach milk sorbet, whipped cream & soufflé cheesecake, almond sable, peach & raspberry, and chewy peach jelly & lychee agar.

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

Taken on August 16, 2014. I relaxed at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine and Hikawa Ryōfūsō. It's cold Kawagoe Green Tea.

Taken on August 22, 2026. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on August 22, 2026. This is the flower water offered at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on August 22, 2026. This is the flower water basin at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Taken on August 22, 2026. This is the yo-yo omikuji at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

August 22nd was the Tanabata Festival at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Photographed on August 16, 2014. This is the flower water ceremony of the Senba Toshogu Shrine Grand Festival held on August 17.