Lighting up Life in Kansai

19/07/2023

Hello everyone,

Kyoto is very hot every day.
The temperature there is over 35 degrees Celsius.
Gion Festival is held in July.
It starts on July 1st and finishes on July 31st.
Many events are held during the festival, especially the biggest events are held on July 17th and 24th. We can enjoy seeing the gorgeous portable shrines and floats with the unique halberds.
Please enjoy some photos of Gion Festival in Kyoto ❤️

02/07/2023

Hello everyone,

These stone statues are in Otagi Nawnbutsuji Temple in Kyoto.
It is a hidden gem. It is quiet and we can feel serene atmosphere there.
The statues were carved by local people. Each of them is different. Some are smiling and others are praying on their serious expressions.
Please enjoy these lovely statues ❤️

27/06/2023

Hello everyone,

Nara has a baby season now. Many fawns are born in June. Many of them are born in the shelter where they are protected. Others are born in the park naturally.Fawns are independent. They stand up soon after they are born.
They quickly learn how to get food.
They live in the park when they are only one month old.
Please enjoy cute fawns in Nara🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌

22/06/2023

Hello everyone,

Hydrangeas are very beautiful in June in Japan.
I visited many temples and shrines to see them last year.
These photos are from Fujimori Shrine in Kyoto.
They are lovely flowers 🌸
Please enjoy them❤️

13/06/2023

Hello everyone,

I made the video of the hydrangea garden in Osaka Castle.
The tour I sent was not good because I moved my camera quickly.
Please enjoy seeing the lovely hydrangeas in Osaka 🌸🌺

13/06/2023

Hello everyone,
I did a tour in the hydrangea garden in Osaka Castle. The hydrangeas are so beautiful and gorgeous.
June is a rainy season in Japan.
These lovely flowers make the castle area more attractive 🧡❤️

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CtbNXxROgyn/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

25/05/2023

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25/05/2023

Hello everyone,
Thank you for joining this tour❤️
I am sorry to decide it at the last minute.
Please enjoy watching it🧡🧡

19/05/2023

Hello everyone,

I went to Sakai city, Osaka.
The city is an industrial city. Many artisans live there. Their works attract visitors.
Daisen Park is located in Sakai city.
It has a beautiful landscape garden.
We can enjoy seeing lovely azaleas, irises, beautiful ponds, and the history in Sakai city.

09/05/2023

05/05/2023

Hello everyone,

I will do a tour in the rose garden in Nakanoshima, Osaka on Tuesday,May 9.
They are blooming beautifully.
We can enjoy the lovely flowers with unique buildings in Osaka.
The tour will start 10am Japanese time.
9:00pm US Eastern (NYC)
2:00am UK (London)

https://facebook.com/events/s/rose-flower-garden-in-nakanosh/745071403986024/

I will do this tour here.
This is the first livestream on Lighting Up Life in Kansai in Facebook.

Please join me🌸🌸🌸

30/04/2023

Hello everyone,

I visited Arashiyama this week.
I enjoyed bamboo shoots there.
Now they come out from the ground.
This time the scenery of bamboo grove is interesting.
There are beautiful colored bamboo trees, tall bamboo shoots and fresh green colored bamboo trees with skins.
May is a new young green leaves’ season.
The forest is stunning and attractive.

23/04/2023

Hello everyone,

April 8 is Shaka’s birthday.
Many temples in Japan have a celebration on the day every year.
Buddhist statues are decorated with beautiful flowers.
A small statue which represents Shaka on his birth is placed with flowers. People pour sweet hydrangea tea over the statue.

This is a Great Buddha in Todaiji Temple in Nara.
The Great Buddha was really impressive on the day.

23/04/2023

Hello everyone,

The blooming season of cherry flowers has finished.
Now we can enjoy seeing wisteria flowers.
The crest of Kasuga Shrine in Nara is a wisteria.
The purple flowers look noble, dignified,elegant and gorgeous.
They remind us of the elegant court nobles in ancient times in Japan.

13/04/2023

13/04/2023

Hello everyone,

I visit Nara everyday.
Do you remember I showed Kofukuji Temple and Yoshikien Garden many times?
Late blooming cherry blossoms are beautiful and gorgeous. They look like lovely umbrellas. The scenery of the cherry flowers, mountains and the temple is perfect. Also, wisteria flowers start to bloom.
Rhododendrons bloom in Yoshikien Garden. They are beautiful with the moss garden.
Todaiji Temple, which has Great Buddha, are very popular now. There are tourists home and abroad, students, old people and tour guides.
But there are some quiet areas. We can enjoy the real temple and garden there.
Walking in Kasuga Shrine ground,
We can feel serene atmosphere.

25/12/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Merry Christmas ⛄️🎄❄️. The Christmas illumination in Umeda Sky Building. ". Follow their account to see 39 posts.

25/12/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Merry Christmas 🎄⛄️❄️ Part 2 The Christmas illumination in Umeda, Osaka. ". Follow their account to see 39 posts.

25/12/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Merry Christmas 🎄❄️🎅 Part 1 The Christmas illumination in Umeda, Osaka . ". Follow their account to see 39 posts.

17/12/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "The Illumination in Nakanoshima The Osaka Central Public Hall is located in Nakanoshima, Osaka. The hall has beautiful illustrations on it in December. ". Follow their account to see 36 posts...

14/12/2022

Sh*tennoji Temple is located in Osaka. It’s the oldest government temple in Japan.
It’s a relaxing and peaceful temple.

The illumination is held In Nakanoshima in Osaka.
We can see stunning illustrations along the rivers💕

05/12/2022

Nijo castle is located in Kyoto.
It is different from other fortified castles. It was built for administrative purposes.
The castle has a very attractive gate, beautiful traditional and modern gardens, and a magnificent view from the site of the castle tower.

03/12/2022

24/11/2022

I will visit Higashiyama area in Kyoto tomorrow.
The area is famous for gorgeous autumn colors.
On the 1st tour, I will walk on the Philosophers’ Path where philosophers and cultured or highly educated people walked along.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-scenic-beauty-on-the-philosophers-path

On the 2nd tour, I will visit Nanzenji Temple, which is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. The temple attracts many visitors because its famous for autumn leaves. We can see beautiful structures and unique aqueduct bridge, which played an important role in this area.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-picturesque-scenery-of-temple-architecture-with-stunning-autumn-foliage

On the 3rd tour I will visit one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan.
We can enjoy the magnificent view from the veranda.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-unesco-world-heritage-site-kiyomizu-temple

The last tour will show you the beautiful shrine and park.
When I finish the tour, it gets dark so we will show the beautiful colors of lanterns and stunning colored autumn leaves under the night sky,

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-peaceful-walk-in-yasaka-shrine-and-maruyama-park

Let’s join me anytime ❤️❤️❤️

23/11/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "The illumination in Daisen Japanese Garden (Part 2) The illumination color is fantastic. Autumn leaves under the light are gorgeous 🍁🍁🍁 #". Follow their account to see 31 posts.

23/11/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "The illumination in Daisen Japanese Garden. (Part 1) Now it’s the peak season for autumn colors in Osaka. Beautiful autumn foliage is lit up. Amazing colors of autumn leaves❤️❤️ Japanese Garden ...

21/11/2022

Hello.
I will visit Osaka.
Now it is the peak season for autumn foliage.
Some trees have beautiful colorful leaves and others have fallen leaves on the ground.
The 1st tour will show you lovely autumn colors in Sh*tennoji Temple Garden.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/paradise-garden-in-sh*tennoji-temple

The 2nd tour will show you the oldest government temple in Japan. The temple has many autumn colors now. We can enjoy seeing colorful autumn foliage and learning Buddhism.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/breathtakingly-beautiful-structures-in-sh*tennoji-temple

The 3rd tour will show you the attractive castle in Osaka. There are many types of autumn foliage there. Fallen autumn foliage is also colorful. We will find beautiful autumn colors while learning the fortified castle.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/osaka-fortified-castle

The 4th tour will show you Daisen park, which has many Kofuns, burial mounds for emperors.
We can see many different colors in the park while learning the unique ancient history of Japan.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/unesco-world-heritage-site-kofun-tour

The last tour will show you the illumination of the stunning garden. The garden is beautifully lit up and chrysanthemum flowers are displayed under the light.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-japanese-landscape-garden-in-osaka

Please join me anytime 🍁🍁🍁

18/11/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Eikando Temple in Kyoto How beautiful it is!!!! These are natural colors. I thank Japan has scenic beauty. ". Follow their account to see 29 posts.

18/11/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Eikando Temple in Kyoto. The temple is famous for beautiful autumn leaves. There are many different colors. I was very happy to see them on a beautiful day💕 ". Follow their account to see 29 posts.

16/11/2022

I will visit Kyoto tomorrow.
Now we can see gorgeous colors of autumn leaves.
Kyoto was an ancient capital of Japan so many trees were planted so that they could be seen beautifully.

On the 1st tour, I will visit a Zen Buddhist temple which is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kyoto. It’s very famous for autumn leaves. The temple has also an aqueduct bridge. It can attract many visitors .

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-picturesque-scenery-of-temple-architecture-with-stunning-autumn-foliage

On the 2nd tour, I will walk along the path, visit a temple and shrines while seeing the beautiful autumn colors.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-scenic-beauty-on-the-philosophers-path

On the 3rd tour, I will visit Kyoto station.
It is a unique modern architecture in Kyoto.
We can enjoy illuminations there.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-fantastic-modern-architecture-in-kyoto

Let’s enjoy autumn season together 🍁🍁

15/11/2022

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Bamboo Groves in Arashiyama Arashiyama is famous for bamboo forests. Now I can find many colorful leaves. Bamboo leaves become more attractive with autumn colors. ". Follow their account to see 27 posts.

14/11/2022

I will visit Arashiyama today.
Arashiyama in Kyoto is famous for autumn leaves.
The scenery from the riverside is picturesque. We can see beautiful autumn colors on mountains and the bridge.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/togetsu-bridge-and-mountain-scenery-with-autumn-colors-in-arashiyama

Bamboo groves have also autumn colors.
I will walk in the temple, shrine and bamboo forests while finding autumn foliage.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/walking-through-the-bamboo-grove-in-arashiyama-part-1

Toriimoto is a hidden gem.
I will enjoy a tranquil walk there. Bamboo groves in the temple is fabulous and amazing.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-tranquil-walk-in-the-toriimoto-area-and-the-worship-at-adashino

The view from the hill is magnificent.
Now we can find colorful autumn mountains.
When I reach there, I will be able to see the beautiful sunset. I can show the scenic beauty there.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-magnificent-view-of-arashiyama

The kimono forest is another attraction in Arashiyama.
At night the forest is lit up.
We can see fantastic colors of kimono forest there.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-stunning-kimono-forest-in-arashiyama

Please join me anytime 🧡🧡🧡

12/11/2022

07/11/2022

I will visit Osaka tomorrow.
On the 1st tour, I will visit Hirakata. The Chrysanthemum flowers exhibition is held in November. Dolls are made of those flowers. I will show you many types of chrysanthemums and unique dolls.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-attractive-chrysanthemum-dolls-in-osaka

On the 2nd tour, I will visit the riverside in Osaka.
I will show you the River, bridges, a beautiful garden and high buildings. Also, we can see beautiful autumn colors.
We will enjoy walking and seeing autumn leaves.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/cherry-blossom-viewing-tour-riverside-walk

On the 3rd tour, I will visit the botanical garden in Nagai.
In November, cosmos flowers are in full bloom. We can enjoy seeing those flowers, autumn colors and other flowers.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-lovely-flowers-of-nagai-botanical-gardens-in-osaka

On the 4th tour, I will also show you the botanical garden at night.
Flower gardens are illuminated in different colors.
Flowers shine under the beautiful lights.

Tomorrow is a special day. People in many countries will be able to see the total lunar eclipse.
I will show you illuminated flowers on the special day🧡

https://www.heygo.com/tours/night-walk-through-shining-flower-gardens-in-the-botanical-garden

Please join me anytime 🍁🍁🍁

04/11/2022

Tennoji Park is located in Osaka city, which is an urban city. Originally it was constructed in 1909 and later reconstructed in 2015. This park is relaxing and peaceful. People enjoy visiting, eating, shopping, playing sports and viewing in this park.
Keitakuen garden is an authentic Japanese landscape garden. The garden is characterized by serene, calm, composed and also lively atmosphere.
We can enjoy the magnificent view of this quiet landscape garden in the modern Osaka city.

02/11/2022

Hello everyone,

Today I will visit Kyoto.
Kyoto was an ancient capital of Japan. There are many historical places but also modern architecture. Kyoto station is one of them. This remarkable station and tower acts as an entrance of Kyoto prefecture. On the 1st tour I will show the modern feature of Kyoto.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-fantastic-modern-architecture-in-kyoto

Nijo Castle has a long history.
It is characterized by the gorgeous gate, the castle with some functions, the beautiful gardens, and the magnificent views. Now we can enjoy autumn colors in the castle ground.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-unesco-world-heritage-site-nijo-castle

Fushimi Inari shrine is one of the most popular tourist spots because of these stunning orange-colored gates.
These gates lead up to the top of the mountain where the main god resides. This area was filmed movies and dramas. I will do two tours. In some areas the connection is bad. I will do these tours to avoid the bad connection.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-picturesque-scenery-of-japanese-torii-gates-in-kyoto

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-picturesque-scenery-of-japanese-torii-gates-in-kyoto-part-2

Please join me anytime ❤️❤️

30/10/2022

Hello everyone,

Today I will visit Osaka.
On the 1st tour, I will go to the botanical garden in Nagai park.
Now we can see beautiful autumn plants and flowers. This red bush plants are gorgeous 😻

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-lovely-flowers-of-nagai-botanical-gardens-in-osaka

On the 2nd tour, I will visit the American Village in Osaka.
Today is Halloween.
People in Japan celebrate it.
In Osaka, the most popular spot for Halloween celebration is the American village.
The village is full of Halloween goods and people who dress up.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/halloween-in-osaka

Please join me anytime ❤️❤️❤️

27/10/2022

Hello everyone,

I will visit Nara tomorrow.
Autumn has come to Japan. We can find some autumn colored leaves there.
On the 1st tour, I will find a lot of deer and autumn leaves in Nara Park.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/walking-with-deer-in-nara-park

On the 2nd tour, I will visit Hannyaji Temple. The temple has beautiful cosmos flowers. Now they are in full bloom.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/stunning-glass-box-cosmos-flowers

On the 3rd tour, I will visit the beautiful garden. We will enjoy tranquil walk there.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/walking-in-the-beautiful-and-quiet-garden-in-nara

On the 4th tour, I will show you the magnificent view of Nara at sunset, beautifully illuminated octagonal hall and bamboo groves.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-night-walking-tour-in-the-peaceful-octagonal-hall

Please join me anytime 💕💕

24/10/2022

This is Hannyaji Temple.
Cosmos flowers are in full bloom now.
Please enjoy this video🧡
I will do a tour in this temple again.
Please join me ❤️

https://www.heygo.com/tours/stunning-glass-bowl-hydrangea-tour-in-nara

Atsuko Tanaka shared a post on Instagram: "Cosmos Flowers in Hannyaji Temple. flower Temple Tour ". Follow their account to see 22 posts.

20/10/2022

Thank you for joining me yesterday.
Today I will visit Osaka.
On the 1st tour, I will go to Osaka Castle. It’s a fortified castle built 400 years ago. The current castle tower is the 3rd castle built in 1930s. Visitors enjoy walking, seeing the beautiful castle tower and stunning garden and park in this fortified castle.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/osaka-fortified-castle

On the 2nd tour, I will visit Nakanoshima Park. The rose flowers are blooming now. There are 3700 rose trees there. On this tour I will walk in the park, show unique architectures and attractive sculptures.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-beautiful-rose-garden-in-nakanoshima

On the 3rd tour, I will visit Umeda, which is the center of Osaka city.
Umeda Sky Building is also unique.
We will enjoy the beautiful buildings under the sunset and colorful illuminations in Umeda.

https://www.heygo.com/tours/the-attractive-station-in-osaka

Please join me anytime ❤️❤️❤️