Tuesday, May 21, 2024: Healthy seedlings line up in straight rows, dyeing the rice fields green. Every day, we wholeheartedly support these sturdy seedlings as they grow day by day in the great outdoors. Full of vitality and power! Hooray! Hooray! Great […]
On Monday, May 20, 2024, rice planting began in the fields of each farm in town. This is the day when the seedlings, lovingly nurtured in greenhouses, finally become independent! They embark on a journey to take on Mother Nature on their own! Even on tough days, there are calm days.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 Although we are almost past the middle of May, the weather remains overcast, and the wind blowing through the flooded rice fields still feels chilly. Farmers' rice fields around town are flooded with water. […]
May 9, 2024 (Thursday) Violas and pansies in a variety of colors, including orange, yellow, and violet, bloom in roadside planters! Catch the early arrival of spring and shine with bright, sparkling light. […]
Wednesday, May 8, 2024: Colorful tulips bloom side by side in gardens, adding a touch of color to the spring landscape. Their cute, rounded petals sway gently in the refreshing spring breeze, gently soothing the soul. […]
Friday, April 26, 2024: Daffodils are blooming one after another along roadsides and in gardens, heralding the arrival of spring. The flower's meaning is "purity" and "sincerity." Their vibrant yellow glow exudes a pure, noble image, and their dainty appearance stands quietly […]
April 25, 2024 (Thursday) The Pushkinia libanochka is one of the first plants to bloom on the melting snow. Its tiny white petals, with a pale sky blue tint, resemble spring fairies. Its pure, translucent appearance evokes the gentle spring atmosphere.
Tuesday, April 24, 2024: Saku-chan, the cat from our neighboring Kitajima family, is sunbathing with a dignified expression. What is she staring at? What is there beyond her gaze, intently staring intently? It begins to move.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024: Butterbur sprouts, a sign of spring, emerge from the melting snow. These wild plants, native to Japan, have a unique bittersweet flavor and aroma. Their refreshing green leaves sparkle as if to signal the joy of spring's arrival, and are a heartwarming sight.
Friday, April 19, 2024 On a spring day shrouded in indigo and white, migratory birds fly about, creating a serene landscape that relaxes both the body and mind. ◇ Ikuko (photo by noboru)
Thursday, April 18, 2024 Swans and geese fly together in harmony across the clear blue spring sky. The geese signal their departure by shaking their heads from side to side, while the swans shake their heads vertically! Their lifestyles are similar, so […]
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, migratory birds descended on the rice fields after the snow melted, engrossed in nibbling at fallen grains of rice and other food. They chatted and munched on delicious grains to fill their stomachs, recharging their energy.