Kyushu Olle Okubungo Course Autumn Olle Fair ❚ Held on November 28, 2026 The "Autumn Olle Fair" for the Kyushu Olle Okubungo Course will take place in front of Asaji Station in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. This walking event starts from Asaji Station and heads towards Bungo-Taketa Station in Taketa City. Participants will follow a path that gradually transitions from rural landscapes to the townscape of a castle town. The total distance is approximately 12 kilometers. You can walk at your own pace, following the ribbons along the route. The participation fee includes lunch, local sweets, admission to Oka Castle, a hot spring bathing ticket, and a participation souvenir (original towel), allowing you to relax in a hot spring after your walk. Applications are accepted until Wednesday, November 18. Registration will close once the limit of 200 participants is reached. 【Date】 Saturday, November 28, 2026 (Rain or shine) 【Schedule】 Registration: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Opening Ceremony: 9:00 AM (tentative) After the opening ceremony, participants will depart in order of registration 【Location】 Meeting Point: In front of Asaji Station (Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Participation Fee】 Please pay the participation fee on the day at the venue. General: 2,500 yen, Elementary school students and younger: 1,000 yen Included in the participation fee: lunch, local sweets, admission to Oka Castle, hot spring bathing ticket, participation souvenir (original towel) 【Capacity】 200 participants (registration will close once the capacity is reached) 【Application Period】 Until Wednesday, November 18, 2026 【Application Method】 Access the application form from the Bungoono City website or the Bungoono City Tourism Association website to apply 【Access】 Approximately 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC to Asaji Station 【Parking】 ■ If parking at the starting point On the day of the Olle Fair, please use the "Asaji Branch Office of Bungo-Ono City" parking lot (free, about 1 minute walk to Asaji Station). * The parking lot next to Asaji Station (paid) will not be available on the day. * For boarding and alighting large buses, please use the "JA Agricultural Cooperative Parking Lot". Buses should park at the Bungo-Taketa Station front parking lot. ■ If parking at the goal point ▶ Paid parking "Bungo-Taketa Station Front" 300 yen per day ▶ Free parking "Taketa City Hall" (about 10 minutes walk to Bungo-Taketa Station) * If the Bungo-Taketa Station front parking lot is full, please use the "Taketa City Hall" parking lot. 〔3 minutes by car from Bungo-Taketa Station to Taketa City Hall, 1 km (10 minutes on foot)〕 * Large buses should use the "Bungo-Taketa Station front" bus-only parking lot (free). 【Contact】 Bungoono City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division TEL: 0974-22-1117

🍂🌲Akaezomatsu Forest🌲🍂 Akaezomatsu Forest offers a stunning display of autumn beauty. The entrance to the walking trail is located next to the Kawayu Visitor Center, leading to a forest road where you can easily enjoy observing Akaezomatsu trees.🚶‍♂️🌲✨ As you walk along the carpet of colorful autumn leaves bathed in enchanting sunlight, you can observe the plants and breathe in plenty of fresh air. ⚠️Please be cautious while walking, as there may be some fallen trees.🪵🪾

Lake Tokuyama in autumn The blue sky, autumn leaves, and submerged forest reflected in the lake were beautiful. Lake Tokuyama, Ibi District, Gifu Prefecture November 3, 2026

Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026 ❚ November 14, 2026 The "Yusaku Night Kagura: Mizukagami 2026" will be held at Yusaku Park in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. The stage will be set above the heart-shaped pond in the park. Enjoy the unique night kagura, where the performers' reflections dance on the mirror-like water surface, just for this day. The three groups performing are the Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe, the Asaji Kagura Preservation Society, and the Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura. Yusaku Park is said to have originated as a villa gifted by the lord of the Oka domain to his chief retainer during the Edo period. It is believed that Tanomura Chikuden and Rai San'yō also visited, and over 500 maple and momiji trees surround the pond. Take your time to enjoy the scenery unique to the autumn foliage season from the evening onwards. 【Date and Time】 November 14, 2026 (Saturday) at 3:45 PM *In case of rain, it will be postponed to the next day, November 15 (Sunday). 【Location】 Yusaku Park (Kamiozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Access】 About a 50-minute drive from Oita Meira IC to Yusaku Park. 【Parking】 Parking will not be available in the venue or surrounding area after 2 PM on the day of the event. A shuttle bus will operate from Asaji Community Center, so please use that. ▶Parking Lot / Asaji Community Center ▶Operating Hours / 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM ▶Cooperation Fee / 300 yen 【Performers】 ・Itaizako Shinmei Shrine Kagura Troupe ・Asaji Kagura Preservation Society ・Asakusa-ryū Ōgi Kagura 【Organizer】 Asaji Town Youth Department Mizukagami Executive Committee 【For Inquiries About the Event】 Bungoono City Chamber of Commerce Main Office TEL: 0974-72-1111

Hoshoji Temple's Autumn Leaves ❚ Current Leaf Condition as of November 2, 2026 The autumn leaves at "Hoshoji Temple" located in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture. In the temple grounds, the trees are gradually starting to change color. By the time of the light-up, they are expected to be at their peak. The status of the autumn leaves will be updated regularly. Please check the latest information before visiting. 【Location】 1639 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture 【Fee】 Free admission 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 10 minutes by car from Roadside Station Kiyokawa 【Parking】 Available (free, approximately 20 cars) ■■Access to the center of Bungoono City from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture■■■ About 3 hours by car from JR Hakata Station, Fukuoka Prefecture About 2 hours by car from JR Kumamoto Station, Kumamoto Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Beppu Station, Oita Prefecture About 1 hour and 20 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■ Introducing recommended spots for tourism in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

Yusaku Park's Autumn Leaves ❚ Current Autumn Leaf Status as of November 2, 2026 Located in Asaji Town, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Yusaku Park is one of the representative spots for autumn leaves in Oita Prefecture. Although the park is still quite green, some leaves have started to change color. The Yosaku Tourism Momiji Festival will begin on November 3rd, featuring local residents selling grass rice cakes and more during the event. We will provide updates on the progress of the autumn leaves, so please use this as a reference for your outing plans. On November 7th, 13th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd, there will be illuminations from sunset until 9 PM. You can enjoy both the daytime autumn leaves and the different atmosphere of the illuminated night leaves within the same park. 【Location】 Kameozuka, Asaji Town, Bungoono City 【Admission】 Free entry 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Mera IC About 10 minutes by car from Roadside Station Asaji 【Parking】 Available (free) ■■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 Kyushu, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture ■■■■■■■■■■■■

On December 1, 2024, I visited Icho Namiki Avenue! Many people were taking photos and enjoying the ginkgo trees, which can only be seen at this time of year.🌙 It seems that this year's best viewing period is from late November to early December!

On October 31st, at Lake Tambara in Tambara Highlands, Gunma Prefecture, around 3 PM The autumn leaves are nearing their end, and the falling leaves have begun 🍂, but the breathtaking scenery was more than enough. There were relatively few people, allowing for a leisurely stroll. Tambara Highlands is a great area where you can enjoy diverse landscapes with a lake and wetlands adjacent to each other♪ Despite the unfortunate weather, the autumn leaves 🍁 and the ominous sky looked mystical, enhancing the overall satisfaction! I highly recommend it for nature lovers!

The only woman in red. This is a photo where fallen leaves in autumn are treated like accessories. I can no longer photograph this model, but due to that background, it holds a special memory for me.

Hello! Welcome to the En'emon Folklore Museum! ☀️ The autumn foliage in Shosenkyo Gorge is gradually starting, and beautiful autumn scenery is unfolding. 🍁 Around the Crystal Fountain, the trees are beginning to turn red and yellow, creating a stunning contrast with the blue sky. ✨ It gets chilly in the mornings and evenings, but during the day, you can feel the warm sunshine and pleasant breeze, making it a perfect season for a stroll. 😊 By the way, this weekend, October 31st, is Halloween! 🎃 At the En'emon Folklore Museum, we are welcoming everyone with Halloween decorations! ♪ Inside the museum, you can find various natural stones, and among them, geodes are said to bring good fortune and luck. 💎 Each crystal's unique sparkle is also captivating. ✨ While enjoying the autumn scenery of Shosenkyo, please feel free to stop by! 😃 All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you! ✨

Special Campaign on October 31st 🎉 📣 A lottery event will be held at the roadside station Iwanai!! As part of the ongoing "Hot Spring Election" voting PR, we are conducting a special campaign at the roadside station Iwanai! Surprisingly, everyone who votes will receive a popular No. 1 treat from the roadside station: "Cheese Daifuku"! 🎁✨ Additionally, a lottery with luxurious prizes will also be held! Check out the exciting prizes below⇩⇩⇩ ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Accommodation Voucher 🎫 Roadside Station Gift Certificate 🍺 Set of 6 Craft Beers ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Bath Voucher ♨️ Iwanai Hot Spring Towel We need just 300 more votes to reach our goal! 🔥 It's the final push! We want more people to know about "Iwanai Hot Spring," nurtured by the rich mountains and sea of Iwanai-cho! Your votes will make a huge difference. If you've already voted, you can vote again using a different email address if you have one! 📅 Event Date and Time: Until 6 PM on October 31st (Saturday) 📍 Venue: Roadside Station Iwanai Please take this opportunity to participate! Thank you for your cooperation!! 🙏✨

"A Carpet of Autumn Spreading Across Daisetsuzan" A scene of autumn encountered around Mt. Kurodake in the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group, Hokkaido. At my feet, alpine plants dyed in red spread out, and beyond them, the majestic mountain range is woven with yellow, orange, and green high pines. White remnants of snow still cling to the mountainside, coexisting with the brief autumn and the hints of winter. It is like a vibrant carpet of colorful autumn leaves spread across the earth. This is the unforgettable autumn of Daisetsuzan that I encountered in my last year living in Hokkaido.

"Oku-Nikko: Autumn Warmed by Charcoal Fire" This was taken at a shop in front of Yutaki Falls, a famous waterfall in Oku-Nikko, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture. Surrounded by glowing charcoal fire, there were perfectly grilled dumplings and skewered fish. Behind the firewood wrapped in white ash, bright red embers were shining. Enjoying the autumn foliage in Oku-Nikko, not only the colorful trees but also the warmth of the charcoal fire and the fragrant autumn delicacies are part of the joy of travel. It was a scene that warmed the heart amidst the cold autumn air.

"The Crimson Bridge Crossing into a New Autumn" Akagi Ohnuma Woodpecker Bridge spans Gunma Prefectural Akagi Park, near Onuma. This bridge, leading to Akagi Shrine, completed its reconstruction on December 16, 2025, welcoming its first autumn in a new form. The vibrant crimson bridge stands against the backdrop of Mt. Akagi, which has begun to turn shades of red and yellow. And the endlessly clear blue sky stretches above. The newly transformed bridge meets the autumn that arrives unchanged every year. I captured this beautiful encounter in a single photograph.

Kiyokawa "Color" Hoshoji Temple in Autumn ❚ Held from November 8 to November 15, 2026 At Hoshoji Temple in Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, the autumn foliage illumination event "Kiyokawa 'Color' Hoshoji Temple in Autumn" will take place. Hoshoji Temple is an ancient temple with a history of over 800 years. It is said to have been rebuilt due to the prayers of Ōtomo Chikataka, and during the autumn foliage season, the temple grounds are dyed in rich colors, earning the names "Colorful Hoshoji Temple" and "Autumn at Hoshoji Temple." During this period, local residents will conduct the illumination. As night falls, the illuminated autumn leaves will stand out, reflecting their colors on the surface of the pond. Admission and parking are both free, making it easy to visit. Enjoy the autumn leaves at your leisure during the illuminated hours. 【Period】 From November 8 (Sunday) to November 15 (Sunday) 【Location】 Hoshoji Temple (1639 Udaeda, Kiyokawamachi, Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture) 【Admission】 Free entry 【Access】 About 50 minutes by car from Oita Merah IC About 10 minutes by car from Kiyokawa Roadside Station 【Parking】 Available (free, approximately 20 cars) ■■Access from Fukuoka Prefecture and Kumamoto Prefecture to Bungoono City Center■■■ 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 tourist spots in Bungoono City, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu ■■■■■■■■■■■■

In Tame Park, Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, I found autumn 🍁 It has become a bit chilly, marking the season for enjoying the fall foliage 😊 With ginkgo and silver apricot leaves beside the bench 🌳🪑🍂

This is the Play Forest at Yata Prefectural Natural Park in Nara. I love the autumn scenery that feels reminiscent of Scandinavia.

The view of Kankakei Gorge on Shodo Island from 612 meters above is breathtakingly powerful. During the autumn foliage season, the landscape turns completely red, and in the distance lies a tranquil sea, with islands scattered far away, creating a beautiful scene that makes you just want to gaze at it.

Kokeizan Eihō-ji in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, was spectacular with its vibrant red maple leaves during the limited-time special illumination of the autumn foliage season.

I headed to Mishakaike in Nagano Prefecture to catch the autumn leaves during the evening sunset. However, I got caught in traffic and arrived just as the sun had completely set. Even so, the faint remaining light created a tranquil scene, reflecting the mountains in the still water, reminiscent of the works of Kaii Higashiyama, and it produced a magical sight.

[November 15th] Crystal Mikoshi at Shosenkyo Gorge – Dance of Autumn Leaves 🍁 A gigantic crystal mikoshi will parade through the birthplace of crystal, Shosenkyo Gorge! The special mikoshi, known as the "Crystal Mikoshi," will arrive at the autumn-colored Shosenkyo Gorge once again this year✨ Before the mikoshi departs, you can touch the giant crystal ball enshrined at its center and make a wish🙏 Additionally, anyone who receives a happi coat can join in, including tourists! Why not carry the impressive crystal mikoshi together in the valley surrounded by autumn leaves? 📅 Date Sunday, November 15, 2026 🕚 Time 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM *The event will be held rain or shine 📍 Venue Around Senga Falls in Shosenkyo and Crystal Highway 📞 Contact 090-8648-0243 Shosenkyo Charm Creation Council A special annual prayer for good fortune. Please entrust your wishes to the crystal mikoshi during the autumn season in Shosenkyo! 🍁

Mount Fuji wrapped in an autumn frame🍁 Gazing at the snow-capped Mount Fuji through the vibrant red maple leaves along Lake Kawaguchi. The contrast of the blue sky and vivid autumn foliage was stunning, creating a special moment that truly captured the essence of autumn in Japan. I hope this beautiful scenery reaches the hearts of those who see it, even just a little. 📍 Location: Lake Kawaguchi (Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi)

The autumn sunlight gently enveloped the colorful leaves. I felt a quiet and beautiful moment of fall. (Location: Toyokawa City)

While walking through Nishizawa Keikoku, I encountered the delicate expressions of the maple leaves transitioning from yellow to red. The overlapping leaves, wrapped in soft light, conveyed the deepening of autumn like a painting.

The Karasawa Cirque, blanketed in vibrant autumn colors, captivated hikers as they gazed at the mountain huts adorned in fall foliage.

In the mountains dyed in autumn colors, the Hatanagi Suspension Bridge stands quietly. Surrounded by vibrant foliage, it spans the autumn valley.

Golden trees shine brightly against the stark white granite. Adorned with the colors unique to autumn, the ridgeline glows vividly. (Location: Hououzan Obelisk)

A single autumn-colored line running through the mountains resembles a dragon flowing across the earth. I hope that this beautiful path carved by nature remains unchanged in the future. (Location: Nagome Valley)

I encountered a landscape that makes you want to just stop and gaze at it. The vibrant autumn leaves seemed to dye my very heart. (Location: Tsugaike Nature Park)

In Shikaoicho, Hokkaido the carpet of maple leaves at Fukuhara Sanso was not only red and yellow but also filled with subtle gradients of colors and it was very beautiful.