Blog A WILD EXOTIC PET BIRD It seems that this non-native bird has settled in NISHIOGI as well. MARCH 2024 NISHIOGI TESHIGOTO-ICHI There were also works and workshops related to the annual changes such as going on to higher education and employment. MARCH 2024 SHINMEI-DORI ASAICHI The weather was mild and pleasant, the number of participating stores increased and the event was very crowded. FLOWERS DECORATING THE FLOWER BED Voluminous flowers bloom beautifully in spikes. THE MAGIC OF BLACK COMPOSITION This was especially a must-see for dog and cat lovers. YELLOW IN THE EARLY SPRING The dense appearance of the small flowers that cover the branches is a sight to behold. FEBRUARY 2024 NISHIOGI TESHIGOTO-ICHI Many works celebrating the Doll’s Festival were also displayed. FEBRUARY 2024 SHINMEI-DORI ASAICHI On a warm morning that reminded us that spring was near, people enjoyed shopping and walking around town. CHERRY TREE HURRYING TO BLOOM The cherry tree has already begun to bloom. NISHIOGI DOLL FESTIVAL 2024 Let’s wish for the growth and happiness of the girls. BIRD THAT LOVES NECTAR This bird is devoted to sucking. SETSUBUN IN NISHIOGI 2024 Many people gathered for the annual Bean Throwing Ceremony of Setsubun. ENCOUNTER OF TWO BRANDS This is a collection of works filled with the thoughts of craftspeople. JANUARY 2024 NISHIOGI TESHIGOTO-ICHI Since it was the first market of the new year, a lion dance was also performed. HEAVY WITH FRUIT Ripe yellow fruits in clusters stand out against the clear blue winter sky. NEW YEAR’S FIRST MARKET 2024 Despite the cold rain, NISHIOGI citizens prayed for the New Year’s good health while enjoying traditional Japanese… WINTER DAZZLE This is a group of works expressing the strength of the wind and the dazzling light of the places the artist herself… AUSPICIOUS TREE TO WARD OFF EVIL SPIRITS The flowering tree watches over the sound growth of students. SHOUYUUKAI IRUMI MATSURI 2023-24 May good fortune come to you! NEW YEAR’S FIRST VISIT TO SHRINE 2024 Many people prayed for great happiness in the Year of the Dragon. HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM NISHIOGI! 2024 This is the start of a new challenge. TOWARD TATSU-DOSHI People want the new year to be a year in which they challenge themselves to achieve new success, like a dragon rising… MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM NISHIOGI! 2023 To our children. And to everyone. THE WORLD PAINTED WITH COFFEE What is this child passionate about? OPEN-AIR MARKET UNDER AUTUMN LEAVES The number of large pots for sweet potatoes has increased to three this year. NOVEMBER 2023 NISHIOGI TESHIGOTO-ICHI Many works related to Christmas and next year’s zodiac sign, the dragon, were also on display. ILLUMINATING THE GROUNDS OF KANSENJI TEMPLE The moon, which was almost full, also helped with the lightening. NEW GRAIN THANKSGIVING They offered new grain to the gods and thanked them for their blessings. AUTUMN LEAVES IN NISHIOGIKUBO Leaves stand out against the clear blue sky. SHICHI-GO-SAN SHRINE VISIT People celebrated the healthy growth of children. 前1 (このページ)2345678次 Topics Seasons and Events (季節・催し) Japanese culture (日本文化) Shrines and Temples (神社・寺院) Park (公園) Food and Café (飲食) Trial experience (体験)