On Friday, December 31, 2021, the last day of the year, the snowy fields of Hokuryu Town were enveloped in soft, silky snow. The two trusty dragons at Hokuryu Gate, the town's gateway, and the sunflowers, the embodiment of the sun, were both in the snow.
Thursday, December 30, 2021: Children are having fun finding small mounds of snow in the expansive white snowfield. Even when there are occasional snowstorms and the view is completely white, the children are unfazed! They don't seem to mind the cold at all. […]
On Monday, December 27, 2021, temperatures dropped to -11°C and snow accumulated to over 63cm in Hokuryu Town. The town was shrouded in a pure white world. The town's snowplows were in full operation morning and night! Every household was busy shoveling snow! The blizzard […]
Friday, December 24, 2021. The morning of Christmas Eve was bathed in a divine, magnificent light. The golden light of hope, as if signaling the dawn of a new era, was a symbol of the blessings of all those who have endured and overcome various hardships up until now.
Friday, December 17, 2021 Just as the town was about to be enveloped in gloomy, snowy clouds, a gentle orange light poured down... It was a scene that softened and warmed the heart! ◇ noboru � [...]
Thursday, December 16, 2021: The Hokuryu Town Ski Resort is covered in a blanket of snow, and the surrounding snowy fields are a pure white landscape. The resort is due to open soon. We hope it will be a Christmas present for the children eagerly awaiting the resort's opening.
Wednesday, December 15, 2021: A dazzling golden light illuminates the earth. This divine morning sun moves our hearts with emotion, and we send it with boundless love, gratitude, and prayers. May it be a day filled with happy energy!!! […]
Tuesday, December 14, 2021: When the morning sky turns orange and a low-lying morning mist creeps over the land... The frozen snow sparkles in the morning sun, creating a fantastical, painting-like scene. ◇ noboru  […]
Monday, December 13, 2021 A soft, gentle afternoon light envelopes the sunflower village. It's the kind of moment when a cold, frozen heart melts into a warm, simmering warmth. ◇ no […]
Friday, December 10, 2021: A mystical landscape of tree silhouettes illuminated by the golden light of the evening sky. We offer our boundless prayers to this enchanting moment when light and shadow blend, resonate, and paint a picture. ◇ noboru […]
Thursday, December 9, 2021. Sunflower Village is covered in patches of white snow and green grass. The air is so clear that you can see the town in the distance. It's a beautiful, clear day. Taking a deep breath, I decided to start the day with a fresh start.
Wednesday, December 8, 2021 The mountains and the earth are lightly covered in snow. The soil peeks out here and there, creating a spring-like atmosphere. The scenery these days is one of a kind, with the quietness before the snow arrives. ◇ nobor […]
Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Today marks the beginning of the 24th solar term, "Daisetsu." We are finally entering the season of winter. Even though it's cold outside, let's brace ourselves, embrace the warmth in our hearts, and cherish every moment of today!!! ◇ no […]
Monday, December 6, 2021. It was a morning when the thin layer of snow covering the earth looked as if it was about to freeze solid. The moment the dark red clouds began to glow orange... No matter what clouds were covering the sky, the sun rose and set every day. […]
Friday, December 3, 2021 The town is dyed gray, and mist rises from the white snow fields. Even if the fog blocks your view, if you close your eyes and open your heart, fear will disappear, and light will shine from the darkness, illuminating everything. So […]
Thursday, December 2, 2021: Because the temperature hasn't yet reached freezing, the rain that almost turned into snow has been falling on and off. Even so, the snow that fell the other day has left Himawari Village covered in a pure white field. Last night, a crazy strong wind blew […]
Wednesday, December 1, 2021 The blue and red roofs scattered here and there stand out against the pure white snow, creating a European-style landscape. ◇ noboru & ikuko
Tuesday, November 30, 2021. It's the last day of November. There's only one month left this year. This past year has been filled with various events, experiences, and time has passed. It's important to experience the joys and sorrows of each moment and respond to them.
Monday, November 29, 2021 The dazzling silver snowfield reflects the lapis lazuli sky, creating a mystical landscape with an endless, deep blue road. ◇ noboru & ikuko
Friday, November 26, 2021: Snow is falling, with over 50cm of snow and a low of -4°C. Snow is sealing everything in, creating a pure white snow world. Snow. Snow. Falling from the sky. […]