Shizuoka
Travel
2020.12.10
At Izunokuni Panorama Park, the autumn colors on the Fujimi Terrace on the summit of Mt. Katsuragi are in full bloom. The spot for autumn leaves is the tunnel of autumn leaves on the “Boardwalk”.
And on January 1, 2021, it will be open from 5 am. You can enjoy the spectacular view of “Kurukou” and “Suruga Bay and Mt. Fuji” from the summit of Mt. Katsuragi (Fujimi Terrace) by the first sunrise service.
At the aerial garden “Boardwalk” located at the back of Fujimi Terrace, the tunnel of autumn leaves is a highlight.
The warmth of the sunlight passing through the autumn leaves and the slightly cold breeze that blows through it are refreshing and soothing. Autumn leaves are from late November to early December. It is the best season to visit because it coincides with the timing when you can see Mt. Fuji well in the clear air. Autumn events are also being held, please check the website for details.
＞ Fujimi Terrace Homepage
Open from 5am on January 1, 2021. We will operate the first sunrise of the year, which has been well received every year. The first sunrise of the year and Mt. Fuji from Suruga Bay are said to be a spectacular view and a lucky charm of the New Year.
In addition, during the 3rd day of New Year (January 1, 2 and 3), the first 200 people will receive the votive tablet of Katsuragi Shrine, which sits on the summit of the park, to the first 200 people each day.
* Due to the direction, you cannot see the first sunrise and Mt. Fuji at the same time.
Izunokuni Panorama Park New Year Holidays
December 31, 2020 09: 30-17: 00 (normal business)
January 1, 2021 05:00 to 17:00 (January 1 is the first sunrise of the year)
January 2, 2021 09:00 to 17:00 (normal business)
January 3, 2021 09:00 to 17:00 (normal business)
＞ Click here for details
About measures against new coronavirus infection
Comply with the guidelines of the government, local governments, industry groups, etc.
● Securing concrete and physical distance
● Thorough hygiene management
● Thorough employee health management
We will take measures against infectious diseases from the viewpoint of.
Please see the homepage for details.
Relaxing time while gazing at the starry sky, open-air bath at “Yutoriro Nasushiobara”
“Special Room Service” commemorating the 30th anniversary of the opening of the hotel will start on October 1st Yokohama Grand Intercontinental Hotel
[The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko] The healing power of the magnificent nature of Oku-Nikko, a new spa treatment is born
It looks just like a watermelon! New shaved ice supervised by “Komachi Chaya”!
Uchina Stay Report vol.9: “Exploring the Secret of the Salt of Life ~ Underwater Road and Sugar Cane Field, Part 2 ~”
Kimono experience shop with rickshaw “KIMONO QUEEN”
Nara
Countrywide
Kagawa
Kyoto
Countrywide
The recommended accommodation plans for the autumn leaf season in Oku Daisen.
Tottori
Two types of autumn-only red seals, ‘Chrysanthemum and Tanzaku’ and ‘Autumn Leaves and Candles’, are now available at Daisho-in Temple, Miyajima, a World Heritage island.
Hiroshima
Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture: ‘Korankei and Obara Bus Tour’, two major autumn tourist attractions in Toyota City, goes on sale on 29 July (Mon).
Aichi
[ROKU KYOTO] ‘Summer Festival Stay Plan’ to enjoy the mood of summer events such as festivals and fireworks displays.
Kyoto
[Mother Farm] One million ‘Nemophila’ will soon be in full bloom.
Chiba
Limited edition original gin ‘NISHI-GIN’, jointly produced by a group of restaurants in Nishijin, on sale from 25 November.
2024.12.20
Nippon Kodo launches limited-edition incense and incense burner sets with a ‘Snake’ design, the Chinese zodiac sign for 2025.
2024.12.18
Winter special parfait at the Unjo Saryo café in the Tale of Genji Museum, Uji, Kyoto.
2024.12.16
OnigiriBurger ‘Eel Kabayaki – Double Eggs’, newly launched as part of Kansai International Airport OnigiriBurger 1st anniversary menu.
2024.12.13
[New Furano Prince Hotel]This year’s plan to enjoy a snow fairy ‘zebra finch’ birdwatching experience and a lunch set with a zebra finch cake plate.
2024.12.11
Third FUKUCHA brand shop ‘Uji Store’ opens.
2024.12.09
Hiroshima
Art
Simose Art Museum, located in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, has been awarded the prestigious Versailles Prize as the “Most Beautiful Museum in the World.”
The award ceremony took place on December 2 at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, marking a historic moment for the museum and Japanese architecture.
The Versailles Prize Website:https://www.prix-versailles.com/2024
--
Food
December sees the arrival of a number of Christmas breads. The Snowman with his cute smiling face is a sweet loaf with two different flavours: pudding cream and chocolate cream. It is a heartwarming treat with flavours that both children and adults can enjoy.
Also back this year is the popular Japanese Stollen, which was a big hit last year. This is a special cake that can only be tasted at Kimuraya, using Japanese-inspired ingredients such as persimmons, figs and koshi-an (sweet bean paste). Please take this opportunity to try Kimuraya’s limited edition Christmas bread.
Hiroshima
Art
The Hiroshima Museum of Art is hosting the exhibition “ZIPANGU: Contemporary Artists Who Defined the Heisei Era” (November 2, 2024 – December 22, 2024). This showcase brings together works by some of the most prominent figures in Japan’s contemporary art scene, including Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Makoto Aida, Yoshitomo Nara, Chiharu Shiota, Izumi Kato, Akira Yamaguchi, and Miwa Komatsu. The exhibition has already garnered significant attention, exceeding 10,000 visitors.
HYAKKEI covered the dialogue between contemporary artist Takashi Murakami and Sueo Mizuma, the curator of this exhibition, held at the RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima. We also conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. Mizuma.
The discussions centered on the aspirations behind the ZIPANGU exhibition and offered forward-looking insights, not only into Japan’s art world but also into the rediscovery of value within Japanese culture by its people.
Osaka
Food
Event
From 25 Oct (Fri) to 8 Dec (Sun), 2024, a pop-up shop for miffy café tokyo will be held in Umeda, Osaka.
Hiroshima
Travel
Culture
Two types of paper seals made exclusively for autumn, ‘Chrysanthemum and Tanzaku’ and ‘Autumn Leaves and Candles’, have been available since Monday 9 September at Daisho-in Temple on the World Heritage island of Miyajima. Quantities are limited and will run out as soon as they are gone.
Kyoto
Restaurant
Event
On selected days in September 2024, the wedding venue Kyoto Art Grace Wedding Hills will offer a ‘Hanari Otsukimi Afternoon Tea’, where guests can enjoy sweets and savouries inspired by the moon viewing on the fifteenth night of the month.
