Little idea to be happy. 幸せになるための小さなアイデア。Ide Kecil Untuk Bahagia.

  One of the most beautiful and meaningful traditions in Japan is to watch the first sunrise of the year, or Hatsuhinode (初日の出) in Japanese. It is believed that the sun goddess Amaterasu brings happiness and prosperity to those who witness her first appearance in the sky on January 1st. Many people wake up early and head to the best spots to see the golden rays of the sun illuminate the horizon and the land. If you are in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, one of the best places to enjoy Hatsuhinode is the Nakatajima Sand Dunes (中田島砂丘), one of the three largest sand dune areas in Japan. The dunes extend for about 4 kilometers along the coast of the Pacific Ocean, and offer a stunning view of the vast sea and the sky. The wind creates beautiful patterns on the sand, called fumon, that resemble artworks. You can also see the Hamamatsu Festival Hall, where the history and culture of the famous Hamamatsu Festival and kites are displayed, from the dunes. To get to the Nakatajima Sand Dunes...

  Last weekend, I decided to visit Okuni Shrine (小國神社 / Okuni jinja), one of the oldest and most famous shrines in Shizuoka Prefecture. I heard that the shrine is especially beautiful in autumn when the leaves turn red and yellow. I wanted to see the scenery for myself and learn more about the history and culture of the shrine.   We drove from Hamamatsu to Mori, where the shrine is located, which took about an hour and a half. The road was smooth and scenic, and we enjoyed the view of the mountains and the lake. We listened to some music and chatted happily. When we arrived at the shrine, we parked our car in a nearby parking lot and walked to the entrance. We saw a large torii gate that marked the entrance. We walked through the gate and followed a stone path that led us to the main hall. Along the way, we saw many trees with colorful leaves that contrasted with the green moss and the gray roof tiles. The shrine was surrounded by nature and had a peaceful and sacred vibe. We ...

Today I want to share with you my experience of visiting Hamanako Garden Park in Hamamatsu, Japan. It is a beautiful park that faces Lake Hamana, and it has many kinds of flowers and plants. But the most amazing thing is the cosmos field that covers the hillside with pink and white flowers. When I entered the park, I saw a big field. It was full of cosmos flowers. They looked like a colorful blanket on the ground. Cosmos flowers are very pretty. They come in different colors like pink, white, and red. When the wind blows, they move back and forth. It's a beautiful sight.   I went there in October, which is the best time to see the cosmos flowers. They usually bloom from mid-October to late October, depending on the weather. There are about 400,000 cosmos flowers in the park, and they look like a sea of stars when the wind blows. It was so relaxing and refreshing to walk among them and enjoy the view of the lake. I walked around the park for a long time. I saw many different ty...

Two Weeks ago , I had the chance to visit the Misakubo Festival, a unique and historic event in the Tenryu Misakubo area of Shizuoka Prefecture. It was one of the most fun and memorable experiences I have ever had in Japan. The Misakubo Festival is held every year on the second Saturday and Sunday of September, to pray for health, success, road safety, and a bountiful harvest, and to thank the local Shinto deity. The highlight of the festival is the costume contest, where many teams from inside and outside the town participate in various performances, such as singing, dancing, and comedy skits in front of judges.  The costumes are amazing, ranging from traditional to modern, from cute to scary, from realistic to absurd. The men walking around wearing lingerie made me laugh so hard that I almost cried. The festival also has other attractions, such as a parade of the portable shrine (mikoshi) and a sacred dance (kagura) at the shrine during the day. These events showcase the local cu...

  Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be a ninja? Do you want to learn how to throw shurikens, the iconic weapons of the stealthy warriors? If you are in Hamamatsu city, you can have a chance to experience the thrill of shuriken throwing at the Chitose Gun Model Shop, a store that sells various kinds of guns, knives, and ninja goods. The shop has a special section called the Shuriken Throwing Experience Dojo, where you can practice throwing shurikens at a target. The dojo is designed to be safe and fun, so you don't have to worry about hurting yourself or others. You can also wear a ninja costume for free and feel like a real ninja. The shop owner will teach you how to hold and throw shurikens properly, and you can try different types and sizes of shurikens. I visited the dojo with my sons and my brother, and we had a blast. We competed with each other to see who could hit the most targets and score the highest points. Some people compete with their friends, and the loser ...