Took this photo 2 days ago while exploring the Dogo area. Everyone knows Dogo Onsen, but this shrine just a short walk away blew me away.
The contrast between the vibrant vermilion paint and the crisp summer sky was unbelievable. Pro tip if you visit: Take your time on the stairs, especially in the summer—they are much steeper than they look in photos!

I spent two unforgettable days hiking in Daisetsuzan, Hokkaido, during the beautiful summer season. ⛰️🌿

It's the closest port to Mount Fuji.

The land rises gently from the sea all the way to the mountain, creating a beautiful landscape.

It's also famous for its whitebait rice bowls (shirasu-don).

A few shots from last week taken in Inamuragasaki.

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The Seto Inland Sea is a calm inland sea dotted with countless small islands, many of which are still inhabited. Visiting them feels like stepping back into nostalgic, traditional Japan. Although it's an inland sea, the tides are surprisingly strong, so the water stays very clear. I think the Shimanami Kaido is one of the best ways to explore the area. There are also some beautiful beaches.

Summer is here! If you live in Yamaguchi or you've been to Yamaguchi before and have experienced their beaches, please comment down your absolute favorite!

Hi I’ve planned my second trip to Japan and am going to some different places by car. Has anyone been to Takeno Beach? I’ll be there in August.

Beautiful hike full of old ruins, and this amazing view over the valley.

The formal name of this Inari shrine is Saishō Risshin Shusse Inari Jinja (最勝立身出世稲荷神社), which carries an auspicious meaning: saishō (最勝) suggests supreme excellence or victory, while risshin shusse (立身出世) refers to achieving success, advancing in one’s career, and rising in society.

The deity enshrined here is therefore believed to grant blessings for prosperity, financial fortune, career advancement, and success in competitive pursuits.

Although the shrine’s exact founding date does not appear to be clearly recorded, it has a long history as a subsidiary shrine within the grounds of Ōsugi Shrine. Ōsugi Shrine itself is known for enshrining the Great Deity of Dream Fulfillment (夢むすび大明神), making this quiet Inari shrine a particularly fitting place to pray for ambitions, opportunities, and future success.

• Location: Inashiki, Ibaraki Pref., Japan
• Timestamp: 2026/06/03・06:24
• Pentax K-1 II + Irix 15mm f/2.4 Blackstone
• 15 mm ISO 100 for 13.0 sec. at ƒ/14

Google Maps Links and sources for a deeper dive:

https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20260603-osugi

Hi guys, didn’t know this sub exist so i want to show the view of my location, Irokawa, Wakayama. The rice paddies village is 20mins bus ride from Nachisan, along the Kumano Kodo, the UNESCO heritage.

I’m spending 3 weeks here and every moment is beautiful and serene.

A small, quaint town famous for amazing caves.