Let us introduce an event organized by a member of Kyoto City Tourism Association! [PR] Tickets for the “Uzumasa Edo Sakaba – A Dream Where the Oiran Blooms” immersive experience are now on sale! [PR] This autumn, the legendary night event capturing the spirit of the Edo period (1603 - 1868) will return for two days: November 8th (Sat) and 9th (Sun). Along with a popular historical Japanese casino event, this year will feature a special Oiran Procession! Enjoy hands-on experiences of traditional Japanese arts such as tea ceremony, flower arrangement, as well as kyogen and noh theater. Be inspired by the beauty of 3D Ukiyo-e art and an outdoor Noh performance held by professional artists. Savor fine sake and delicious food from famous restaurants. Tickets are now on sale! Limited to 1,000 guests per day. Visit our website for more information: https://www.toei-eigamura.com/edosakaba/...

The unique Hokkaido nature: Yezo sika deer The island of Hokkaido was for a long time both culturally and biogeographically separated from Japan’s main island Honshu. Nowadays Japanese culture has spread to Hokkaido and the culture of Ainu – the indigenous people of North Japan and Russia – has in many ways been lost from the everyday lives of the locals. Still, when it comes to the local flora and fauna, the island is in many ways unique from other parts of Japan. Between the island of Hokkaido and Japan’s main island Honshu, there is a biogeographical border named Blakiston’s Line. One of the species that can only be found north from the line is Yezo sika deer – also known as Ezo shika deer or Hokkaido deer. “Ezo land”, literally “the land of barbarians” or “the land of foreigners” was used by Japanese when they referred to the areas north of Japan (present day main island Honshu). After the Meiji Restoration (1868), the island was re-named as “Hokkaido”, but the history is still visible in names of species indigenous to the island. Yezo sika deer is one such example.

【Reihoku Town 70th Anniversary of Municipal Administration 9th Tomioka Castle Festival🏯 Announcement】 The "Reihoku Town 70th Anniversary of Municipal Administration 9th Tomioka Castle Festival" will be held at Tomioka-jo Hyakken Dote on Sunday, October 26‼️ The stage events will feature local folk performances, Kaoru Yumi, who is famous for her role as Kagerou Ogin in Mito Komon, performances by the Ashikita Teppoutai, a Chinese face-changing show, and Kumamon🐻. There will be 30 tents and kitchen cars at the venue, showcasing delicious food from both inside and outside the town♪ Additionally, we will host experience events such as "Walking Tour of Tomioka Castle🏯 and Tomioka West Coast🌅," "Kumamoto Maru Experience Voyage⛴️," and "Perron Experience🚣," so those wishing to participate should make early reservations! In particular, the Tomioka Walking and Perron Experience are part of the Kumamoto Health Points Project ❣️ A photo contest📷 (with prizes✨) will also be held simultaneously🫶, divided into general and junior categories♪ Everyone, please come and enjoy the autumn in Reihoku Town‼☺️ We are looking forward to welcoming you🙌 For more details about the castle festival, please visit the Reihoku Town website. Date: October 26, 2025 (Sunday) Venue: Tomioka-jo Hyakken Dote 【Contact】Reihoku Jatto Festival / Tomioka Castle Festival Executive Committee (Reihoku Town Office Commerce and Tourism Division Tel 0969-35-3332 Reihoku Town Chamber of Commerce Tel 0969-37-1244)

Autumn Lake Festival - Uramigawa will open the sightseeing boat deck! - (October 11, 12, 13) From October 11 (Saturday) to 13 (Monday, national holiday), we will hold the Autumn Lake Festival. We will start operations for the "Mikata Five Lakes Nature Cruise" by opening the sightseeing boat deck from Uramigawa. Experience the breathtaking scenery, similar to a jungle, with the nearby rock faces and lush primeval forest through all five senses. One of the highlights of the Mikata Five Lakes Nature Cruise, the "Uramigawa," which connects Lake Kugushi and Lake Suigetsu, is a historic canal artificially excavated as a flood control measure after an earthquake about 360 years ago. The view from the sightseeing boat deck, with the imposing rock faces and dense primeval forest, is truly spectacular. Autumn Lake Festival Overview Date: October 11 (Saturday), 12 (Sunday), 13 (Monday, national holiday) Boarding Fee: Adults: 1,980 yen, Elementary School Students: 990 yen, Preschool Children: Free Operating Hours: Grebe (Capacity/20 people) at 9:30, 10:45, 13:00, 14:15, 15:30 Kuto (Capacity/25 people) at 10:00, 11:15, 13:30, 14:45, 16:00 Boarding Time: Approximately 50 minutes Special Offer: Passengers will receive a "Buri Katsu" from Haruka Maru! (While supplies last) Present a distributed flyer for a discount on boarding fees. Special Event: On October 11 only, a quiz contest by the regional revitalization cooperation team (on-the-day registration, first 20 applicants, at 10:00 and 14:00) In the evening, there will be a "Newcomers Exchange Meeting" (Reservation required, from 17:00 to 19:00, 25 participants, participation fee 3,000 yen, includes boarding ticket and food) *The 16:00 service will operate as a special service for exchange meeting participants. [Apply here] ⇛ https://forms.gle/Dtmf1uxzyCqeZ8zS9...

[Higashi Kyushu Ise Ebi Kaido・The Ise Ebi Festival Has Started📢] What is the Ise Ebi Festival?? The Ise Ebi Festival is an event held at 29 restaurants along the coastal areas of Saiki City in Oita Prefecture and Nobeoka City in Miyazaki Prefecture, welcoming the start of the Ise ebi fishing season each September! For three months, you can enjoy plenty of fresh and lively Ise ebi dishes🦐✨ The coastline stretching from the southern tip of Oita Prefecture, Saiki City, to the northern tip of Miyazaki Prefecture, Nobeoka City, enjoys a warm climate year-round. This sea faces the clear currents of the Pacific Ocean, rich in feed, making it an ideal place for Ise ebi to thrive. You can taste the 'real Ise ebi' nurtured by nature, fresh as can be! Event Period: September 2, 2025 (Tuesday) - November 30, 2025 (Sunday) ⭐ Participating Restaurants (Nobeoka City) ⭐ ① Ryoridokoro Marukin Address: 505 Kitaura machi Ichiburi, Nobeoka City Hours: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 0982-45-2067 ② Oshokujidokoro Rinkou Address: 29-14 Kitaura machi Ichiburi, Nobeoka City Hours: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 0982-45-3571 ③ Oshokujidokoro Sato Address: 2501-23 Kitaura-cho Furue, Nobeoka City Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Thursdays (subject to change) Phone: 0982-45-2077 or 090-9570-3231 ④ Kaisen no Yado Sazareishi Takashima Address: 2535-2 Kitaura-cho Furue, Nobeoka City Hours: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 0982-45-2268 ⑤ Shiokaze no Yado Takahiraya Address: 2927-1 Kitaura-cho Furue aza Tsuruyama, Nobeoka City Hours: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 090-5213-2027 ⑥ Himuka no Yadori Shinonome Address: 2927-1 (part) Kitaura-cho Furue, Nobeoka City Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 090-1824-8157 (Telephone reception hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) *Please note that this number is for incoming calls only, and we do not return calls. ⑦ Michinoeki Kitaura Restaurant Kaisenkan Address: 3337-1 Kitaura-cho Furue, Nobeoka City Hours: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Last order at 3:00 PM) Closed: Only during the New Year holidays Phone: 0982-45-3811 *Please make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. ⑧ Minshuku Konpeki Address: 1426-1 Sumie-cho, Nobeoka City Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Closed: Irregular holidays Phone: 0982-43-0211 All reservations are required. Official HP of 'Higashi Kyushu Ise Ebi Kaido' https://higashi-iseebi.jp//

The Ken-O Expressway (inner loop) has a collision accident near the Tsurugashima Junction (JCT), and lane restrictions are in place.

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The heat is settling down, making it the perfect season for outdoor picnics 🌸. . A great recommendation for this time is the bread and baked goods from Karion! They offer classic options like anpan and melon bread, as well as seasonal varieties, making it hard to choose which one to get 💦. The chocolate cake is moist on the inside, with a rich chocolate flavor and more volume than it appears to have 😍. . You can also find Karion's bread and sweets at "Roadside Station Minami-Echizen Sankaeri," "Shikisaina," and "Honey Nanjo Store" in Minami-Echizen Town!

Event Announcement📣 On 9/28, the "2025 Lake Onneto Story" will be held😊 This is an event where you can immerse yourself in the primeval forest of Lake Onneto and enjoy its charm with all your senses. There will be various activities, including a bonfire experience, firewood splitting experience, and nature interaction classes where you can learn about the mysteries of the forest trees and Yunotaki while enjoying wood culture workshops and forest bathing. After refreshing yourself with forest bathing, relax at the forest concert while enjoying delicious local cuisine 🎵 Spend a leisurely autumn day in this nature-rich location 🤗 On the day of the event, a free shuttle bus will operate from Roadside Station Ashoro to Onneto Campground. 📍Outbound: Roadside Station Ashoro 8:30 AM → Onneto Campground 9:30 AM 📍Return: Onneto Campground 2:00 PM → Roadside Station Ashoro 3:00 PM *Please note that the nature interaction class for the Lake Onneto Kohan Yu Hodou Course has been canceled due to heavy rain the other day. 📞 Contact Information Ashoro Tourist Association Office TEL: 0156-25-6131 https://www.town.ashoro.hokkaido.jp/kanko/news/2025/onneto_2025.html...

The terraced rice fields in the Kumano Kodo Takahara area are also called the "terraces of the sky." It has been 10 days since the recent shoot. In this area (Wakayama), it has become rare to see the rice being dried in the sun on the racks. Thanks to the absence of large machinery (?), we can still see this landscape. It must be tough for the farmers, but it's a scene that I hope will be preserved forever.

【Amakusa West Coast🍁Autumn Pottery Tour Introduction of Participating Studios／03 Mugen-gama】 The "36th Amakusa West Coast Autumn Pottery Tour" will take place from October 9 (Thursday) to October 13 (Monday/Holiday) at six pottery studios in Reihoku Town and Amakusa City over five days. 😊 During this period, new works will be on display for sale and there will be discounts available, so we invite you to visit and enjoy Amakusa ceramics and the scenery of the Amakusa West Coast 🌊🌅! (※Tenjiku Gama will not participate 🙇‍♀️🙇) 🍁🍁🍁 Introduction of Participating Studios／ Mugen-gama, quietly standing in the satoyama of Reihoku Town. From the works of the kiln master Seiko Tanaka, you can feel their unwavering commitment to "beauty." When we inquired about its source, she showed us a neatly arranged collection of shells. As a child, Tanaka picked up cherry and red shells during "spirit floating" held on local beaches during the Obon season, and became fascinated by the mysterious shapes and colors created by nature. Her words, "The truly beautiful things in this world are not calculated, like these," left a strong impression. It seems to embody the essence of Mugen-gama, which has a unique worldview. I hope you can hold and feel the charm of Tanaka's ceramic works, which are imbued with her dedication. During the period, there will also be sales of organic vegetables and potted flowers. 📍Mugen-gama 〒863-2506 588-1 Shirakio, Reihoku Town, Amakusa District, Kumamoto Prefecture TEL: 080-1703-6886 ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ 【 36th Amakusa West Coast🍁Autumn Pottery Tour】 【Period】October 9 (Thursday) to October 13 (Monday/Holiday) 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM 【Venue】 〈Reihoku Town〉Uchida Sarayama-yaki, Kobo Kaze, Mugen-gama, Unshugama (※Tenjiku Gama will not participate) 〈Amakusa City〉Takahamayaki Juhogama, Amakusa Karatsu Gouyama Kame Gama (Jurogama) 🍁Two stamp rallies happening simultaneously! ※Digital stamp rally targeted at Kumamoto Health Points 📱 ※A stamp rally where you can win products from your desired pottery studio (application forms are available at each studio 📃) 【Contact】Amakusa Toseki Kenkyu Kaihatsu Suishin Kyogikai Jimukyoku (inside Reihoku Town Office, Commerce and Tourism Division) TEL: 0969-35-3332

🍁The autumn leaves of Teshikaga🍁 The best time to see the autumn leaves in Teshikaga is generally from early to late October. It is the most comfortable time of the year, and the weather is relatively stable. This period is perfect for activities, so please come to Teshikaga!!📸🍁🛶⛰️🤩 https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mountain-climbing-teshikaga-2/...

Sea of Japan and Takeshima

Sea of Japan and Takeshima

Takeshima and the Sea of Japan

🌊 Kitamae-Senshu Street ⚓ Kitamae-Senshu Street is a historical street centered around the Ukonke and Nakamura-ke, who built great wealth as buying and loading shipowners. Eleven cities and towns related to Kitamae ships have been recognized as Japan Heritage. 👏 The cultural properties that make up the story recognized as Japan Heritage in Minamiechizen-cho Kono include "The House of Kitamae Shipowners Ukonke," "The European-style Mansion of the Old Ukonke," and "The Nakamura Residence." Each residence is open to the public. Inside "The House of Kitamae Shipowners Ukonke," there are displays that recreate the lives of merchants and materials introducing the trading routes of the time, creating an irresistible space for history lovers. The "Old Ukonke Residential Western Mansion," built on a hill behind the main house, was constructed as a villa for Ukonke and is designated as a registered tangible cultural property. Modern designs can be seen in various places! "The Nakamura Residence" is a large-scale residence of Kitamae shipowners, featuring a unique layout and a three-story tatami room. Each building showcases unique craftsmanship, allowing you to see different constructions! Enjoy the unique scenery cultivated by the climate, lifestyle, and occupations of the Kono area in Minamiechizen-cho! You can feel the romance of the history of Kitamae shipowners who survived bravely in the majestic Sea of Japan! Address: 2-15 Kono, Minamiechizen-cho, Nanjō-gun, Fukui Prefecture TEL: 0778-48-2196 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed: Wednesdays and from December 29 to January 3 Access 〇 For those coming by car (From Kansai and Chukyo areas) - About 20 minutes via National Route 305 from Hokuriku Expressway Nanjo Smart I.C. - About 40 minutes via National Route 8 northbound, Echizen Kouno Shiokaze Line, and National Route 305 from Hokuriku Expressway Tsuruga I.C. (From Ishikawa and Fukui areas) - About 20 minutes via National Route 305 from Hokuriku Expressway Nanjo Smart I.C. - About 30 minutes via National Route 8 southbound from Hokuriku Expressway Takefu I.C., then National Route 305 from Sakurabashi Crossing 〇 For those coming by train About 40 minutes by Fukutetsu Bus Ōjibo-Kōno Line from Happiline Takefu Station or Echizen Railway Takefu Station, or about 30 minutes by taxi.

【Kochi Prefecture, Shimanto City】You can only eat it in Shimanto City!! "Bonito Salt Tataki" (Part 2) Following Part 1, in Part 2, I will introduce the recommended ways to enjoy "Bonito Tataki" that you can only taste in Shimanto City. 〇"Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" only available in Nakamura When it comes to delicious food from Kochi Prefecture, the first thing that comes to mind is the nationally famous "Bonito Tataki." It is said that the custom of sprinkling salt or sauce and "tapping" it is a unique food culture of Kochi Prefecture. However, despite being in the same Kochi Prefecture, the way to eat "Salt Tataki" is quite different in Nakamura, located in Shimanto City in the southwest region, compared to central Kochi City. Around Kochi City, it is a simple dish that only uses salt, but in Nakamura, they mainly use their own special sauces seasoned with salt, vinegar, and juice, allowing the flavors to blend. The "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" is topped with so much garnish (like onions and garlic) that you can't even see the bonito. The abundance of garnishes not only looks delicious but also offers a nutritious combination, making it an excellent health food. The "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki," which can only be eaten in Shimanto City, has an unshakeable unique food culture and history. Each shop offers its proud delicious "Salt Tataki" with ingenuity and wisdom. From the preparation process to the ways to eat it, the garnishes, and sauces, each establishment puts effort and creativity into their signature "Salt Tataki." In Shimanto City, you can enjoy unique "Salt Tataki" from as many shops as there are. The "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" that can be eaten only in Shimanto City. Why not try a tour of Salt Tataki...? 〇Perfectly paired with Salt Tataki! "Shimanto Buchu (Chuhai)" The "Shimanto Bu\'chu (Chuhai)" made with the "forbidden fruit" Boshukan, which is grown in Shimanto, pairs perfectly with "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki." It is offered as one of the standard menu items in izakayas in Shimanto City. With a refreshing taste and aftertaste, it features a crisp flavor and moderate bitterness. It is a popular chuhai among both men and women and pairs well with meals. Once you try it, you’re sure to find it addictive. Be sure to taste "Shimanto Bu\'chu (Chuhai)" along with the salt tataki! 〇The “forbidden fruit” grown in Shimanto: Boshukan Why is it called the forbidden fruit? Boshukan is a relative of yuzu and sudachi, but it is a completely different entity. Once you taste it, you won't be satisfied with any other citrus; it truly is the "forbidden fruit." Its greatest feature is the crisp, refreshing acidity and its unique elegant aroma. This elegant aroma and acidity perfectly enhance the deliciousness

🍁The autumn leaves of Teshikaga🍁 The best time to see the autumn leaves in Teshikaga is generally from early to late October. This is the most comfortable time of the year, and the weather is relatively stable. It is also a great time for activities, so please come to Teshikaga!!📸🍁🛶⛰️🤩 https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mountain-climbing-teshikaga-2/...

Hokkaido and Okinawa

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Hachioji, Hino, and Tachikawa

Takeshima and the Sea of Japan

The Nakamura family built great wealth as a shipping company. The "Nakamura Residence" is a large mansion of a Kitamae shipowner, featuring a unique architectural style and a three-story tatami room. It will be open to the public starting in April 2024. Can you feel the history and romance of the Kitamae shipowners who lived robustly in the majestic Sea of Japan?

【Yesterday at Tokachigaoka Observatory🔅】 The daytime high temperature has dropped below 25℃, and the signs of autumn are gradually becoming noticeable🍃 In the mornings and evenings, it can get colder than 10℃, making it feel chilly. As the seasons change, please take care of your health☺️

Introduction to Tourist Spots & Events in Yomitan Village [December to March] Winter in Yomitan Village is full of fun activities! Here are just a few tourist spots and events to introduce! We hope you come to experience them! [Zanpa Misaki Lighthouse & Whale Watching] The only climbable lighthouse on Okinawa Main Island, Zanpa Misaki Lighthouse, is also recognized as a lighthouse of love. During the winter, you can see mother humpback whales, making whale watching possible. [Ryukyu Lantern Festival] This year marks the 10th edition of the "Ryukyu Lantern Festival," which is counted among the "three major night views of Okinawa!" You can enjoy making washi lanterns and projection mapping! [Iruminbanta Seaside Night Lights] "Seaside Night Lights," planned by Banta Cafe by HOSHINOYA Resorts, offers a fantastical world where the blue sea shines under a sky full of stars and the white sandy beach emerges! [Yomitan Cosmos Field] A vast cosmos field spreads north of Yomitan Junior High School! While cosmos flowers bloom in autumn on the mainland, you can see them during this season in Okinawa. Yomitan Cosmos Field is the best photo spot!

Kochi Prefecture, Shimanto City: Only in Shimanto City!! "Bonito Salt Tataki" (Part 2) Following Part 1, in Part 2, we will introduce recommended ways to enjoy "Bonito Tataki" that can only be tasted in Shimanto City. 〇 "Nakamura's Traditional Salt Tataki" only available in Nakamura When it comes to delicious food from Kochi Prefecture, the first thing that comes to mind is the "Bonito Tataki," which is famous nationwide. Sprinkling salt or sauce and "tapping" is said to be a unique food culture of Kochi Prefecture. However, even within Kochi Prefecture, the way to enjoy "Salt Tataki" is significantly different between Kochi City in the center and Nakamura in the southwestern region of Shimanto City. Around Kochi City, it is a simple dish with just salt sprinkled, but in Nakamura, they mainly use their special sauces made with salt, vinegar, and fruit juice to prepare the tataki, allowing the flavors to meld together. The "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" is piled high with condiments (such as onion and garlic) to the point where the bonito is no longer visible. The abundance of condiments not only makes it visually appealing but also provides a nutritious combination, making it an excellent healthy dish. The "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" that can only be enjoyed in Shimanto City has an unwavering unique food culture and history. Each restaurant offers their delicious "Salt Tataki" with creativity and ingenuity. From the process of making the tataki to the ways of eating, condiments, and sauces, each establishment has its own commitment to their "Salt Tataki." In Shimanto City, you can enjoy various unique "Salt Tataki" dishes, each with its own personality. Why not try the "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki" that can only be eaten in Shimanto City? 〇 Perfect Match with Salt Tataki! "Shimanto Bu-chu Highball" The "Shimanto Bu-chu Highball" made with "forbidden fruit" bushukan, which is grown in Shimanto, pairs perfectly with the "Nakamura Traditional Salt Tataki." It is offered as a staple menu item in izakayas in Shimanto City. It has a super refreshing taste and aftertaste! It features a refreshing flavor and moderate bitterness. This chuhai is popular among both men and women and pairs well with meals. Once you try it, you will definitely become hooked. Be sure to try the "Shimanto Bu-chu Highball" along with the salt tataki! 〇 "Forbidden Fruit" Grown in Shimanto: Bushukan Why is it called forbidden fruit? Bushukan is a relative of yuzu and sudachi, but it is entirely different. Once you taste it, you won't be satisfied with any other citrus fruit; it truly is the "forbidden fruit". Its biggest feature is its crisp, refreshing acidity and unique elegant aroma. This elegant aroma and acidity beautifully enhance the flavors of various ingredients from mountains and seas. Loved by the citizens of Kochi Prefecture, known as the "King of Citrus" in the "Citrus Kingdom," bushukan not only has a delightful taste but also possesses remarkable vitality. Once it starts to bear fruit, it produces abundantly from late August to early October with minimal care. While the lifespan of citrus trees is usually several decades, bushukan continues to thrive for over a hundred years. Moreover, bushukan is resistant to diseases and pests, growing vigorously without relying on pesticides, making it "safe and secure." Why not come and taste this rare bushukan that only grows in Shimanto City and is not available nationwide? What did you think? Some of you may feel your appetite whetted by the charm of salt tataki and bushukan. Please enjoy salt tataki and the Shimanto Bu-chu Highball in Shimanto City.

Yaeyama District, Yonaguni Town