Nihon Kamoshika - The Japanese Serow Hiking Gifu 2024-06-30 | Nihon Kamoshika are a goat-antelope which are endemic to central and northern Honshu, with smaller pockets of populations on Kyushu and Shikoku. They were once almost hunted to extinction but were given special protect by the government and are now listed as least concerned by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).They are still a protected species but in fewer areas, 13 areas spread over 23 prefectures. In non-conservation areas they are sometimes culled for population control.
Too hot, can’t rest my feet #lizard #hot #jazzhands #トカゲ #暑い #littlecreatures #hiking_gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-10-20 | ...
Japanese Halloween Display 🎃 #halloween #japan #ハロウィン #おばけ #hiking_gifu #autumn Hiking Gifu 2024-10-19 | ...
Eye to eye with a lizard #garden #lizard #wildlife #japan #hiking_gifu #とかげ #かわいい #eyetoeye #skink Hiking Gifu 2024-10-18 | ...
Drive-by of Inuyama Castle along the Kiso river Hiking Gifu 2024-10-12 | Inuyama castle, the oldest original castle in Japan, has stood by the Kiso river since 1537. It is one of only five keeps designated as a national treasure.
Red & White spider lilies #spiderlily #japan #autumn #gifu #hiking_gifu #彼岸花 #岐阜 #秋 #日本 #赤 #白 Hiking Gifu 2024-10-07 | ...
Iwaya Kannon Sanctuary, Sakahogi Town Hiking Gifu 2024-10-03 | This shrine is built within an old goldmine along the Nakasendo walking trail in Sakahogi town, Gifu prefecture.
Nameless waterfall at the Kaore Ravine, Itadori #waterfall #gifu #hiking_gifu #japan #nature Hiking Gifu 2024-09-23 | ...
Late summer at the terraced rice fields of Nakanohocho, Ena #summer #japan #hiking_gifu #ricefield Hiking Gifu 2024-09-16 | ...
Iwaya Kannon Sanctuary, a shrine built inside a shallow cave on the Nakasendo #nakasendo #shrine Hiking Gifu 2024-09-14 | ...
Raised path with Koi mosaic, Kobushi park, Agigawa lake #koi #mosaic #ena #gifu #hiking_gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-09-13 | ...
Rice field art in celebration of the 1,300th anniversary of Hakusan Shrine #ricefield #gifu #art Hiking Gifu 2024-09-10 | ...
Shichifukujin - The Seven Gods of Fortune Hiking Gifu 2024-09-08 | The Shichifukujin, or Seven Gods of Fortune, are deities originating from Shintō, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. With the exception of Ebisu (a Japanese Warrior Guardian) they all originate from continental Asia. Ebisu - The child of Izanagi and Izanami, the creator deities of Japan. He is the god of good fortune and is usually seen carrying a fishing rod and a sea bream (a fish considered lucky in Japan).Daikokuten - the god of prosperity. Depicted holding a mallet which, when swung, can make anything one desires appear.Benzaiten - the only goddess among the seven, she is the goddess of kindness and stands for the virtues of music, eloquence and wisdom. Bishamonten - a warrior god. He was worshipped by warlords during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. The god of Dignity. Fukurokuju - The god of popularity, he brings good luck for having children, prosperity, health, and longevity. Sometimes confused with Jurōjin and are sometimes said to be twins. Fukurokuju will be pictured with a crane while Jurōjin will be with a deer.Jurōjin - very similar to Fukurokuju. He is believed to bestow longevity and to cure illnesses. Often depicted standing next to a deer. Hotei - Not just a god but actually existed as a real person. Said to have lived as a Chinese Buddhist monk in the 10th century, he would travel the countryside half naked telling people fortunes. He would present rice and sweets from a cloth bag to the poor and young children. He brings laughter and harmonious marriage.
Up close with an Aodaishō, the Japanese Rat Snake #snake #japan #gifu #蛇 #アオダイショウ #hiking_gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-08-18 | ...
Suppon Hatchling rescue #suppon #turtle #softshellturtle #rescue #hiking_gifu #スッポン #かわいい #japan Hiking Gifu 2024-08-08 | ...
Suppon (soft shelled turtle) rescue Hiking Gifu 2024-08-07 | A soft-shelled turtle (Suppon) found on a hot road in summer was sure to die until…
“Cave Coral” cave at the Hida Great Limestone Cave #limestone #japan #gifu #cave #hiking_gifu #hida Hiking Gifu 2024-07-30 | ...
Hydrangea flowers at a Temizuya water fountain #hydrangea #temizuya #waterfountain #shrine #dragon Hiking Gifu 2024-07-30 | ...
This hover fly seems really happy with this tree… #hoverfly #japan #gifu #hiking_gifu #ハナアブ #nature Hiking Gifu 2024-07-29 | ...
Kasagi gorge, 6am July 22nd Hiking Gifu 2024-07-22 | Early morning at Kasagi Gorge. The mist rising from the cold water into the warming air is beautiful
Abura zemi - The Large Brown Cicada (Nymph) Hiking Gifu 2024-07-20 | Japan has 35 distinct species of cicada. This here is a Large Brown Cicada in its nymph stage preparing for its emergence into its adult form.The Large Brown Cicada (Abura-Zemi) is one of the most common species of cicada in Japan and can be found throughout the Japanese archipelago. Its loud chirping cry can be heard from mid-July until the end of summer.A Japanese summer wouldn't be the same without them ❤️
Sparrow Singing in the rain #sparrow #rain #rainyseason #japan hiking_gifu #スズメ #梅雨 Hiking Gifu 2024-07-11 | ...
Caterpillar shuffling across the road #shuffling #caterpillar #spike #ontheroad Hiking Gifu 2024-07-04 | ...
Pretty? Gross? Pretty gross? Fungal growing on a tree in Gifu city #fungi #mushrooms #japan #gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-07-04 | ...
Damsel fly at a Japanese shrine #damselfly #shrine #torii #nature #insect #shinrinyoku #forest Hiking Gifu 2024-07-04 | ...
Butterfly enjoying nectar in the fields #butterfly #flower #ricefield #suumer #japan Hiking Gifu 2024-07-04 | ...
Shinsei Daibutsu, The Great Buddha of Narita Temple #成田山 #犬山 #buddha #japan Hiking Gifu 2024-07-02 | ...
View the Kiso river from Miyuki park,Sakahogi. River rafting trips available from Minokamo #kisogawa Hiking Gifu 2024-06-29 | ...
Paper lantern with Ukai (cormorant fishing) design in Kawara-machi, Gifu #lantern #art #ukai #japan Hiking Gifu 2024-06-29 | ...
Inaba Shrine Tour, Gifu City Hiking Gifu 2024-06-28 | Inaba Shrine in Gifu city has a very long history, over 1900 years, and is said to be a power spot in Gifu prefecture. Once located north of Mt Kinka on Maruyama, it has been in its present location since 1539. Definitely a place worth visiting if in Gifu city.In this video:0:00 Intro0:34 Zenkō-ji Temple1:23 Inaba Shrine Entrance2:46 Shinme Horse Statue3:10 Taikobashi Bridge3:44 Rōmon Tower Gate4:16 "Ema" Horse plaques 5:17 Inaba Shrine Honden 5:59 Kuroryu Shrine7:05 Kibi Shrine8:11 Kaede Inari Torii Gates
Long abandoned railroad beam bridge architecture is beautiful #bridge #railway #japan #architecture Hiking Gifu 2024-06-28 | The Kita Ena railway was discontinued in 1978 but it left some interesting artefacts in its wake. This beam bridge by the Naegi Castle ruins and the nearby Kisogawa bridge are nice examples of early 20th century Japanese railway architecture.
Japanese Serow family - Kamoshika #serow #japan #nature #カモシカ #自然 #wildlife #nakatsugawa #中津川 #gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-06-26 | A family of Japanese serow (Kamoshika) grazing in a hillside in Nakatsugawa, Gifu. Once hunted almost to extinction, they are now a protected species and are recognised as a Special Natural Monument. As a result there are almost too many and are sometimes culled to reduce the impact on farming land. They can be found mostly from central to northern Honshu and some areas on Shikoku and Kyushu.
The giant Funaiwa rock of Maruyama shrine, Nakatsugawa #rock #shrine #megalithic #ancient #jomon Hiking Gifu 2024-06-25 | Funaiwa is a large rock in the shape of a Funa (crucian carp) that was once used as a megalithic solar calendar by the Jōmon people. During the autumn equinox the sun can be seen setting over Mt Kasagi, a mountain 12km to the west, through a gap in the rock.
What’s under this dinner-plate sized mushroom? #mushroom #big #under #upclose #キノコ #大きい #wow #自然 Hiking Gifu 2024-06-25 | ...
Nutria chowing down on rice seedlings, farmer won’t be happy #nutria #cute #rice #ヌートリア #かわいい #田んぼ Hiking Gifu 2024-06-25 | A young nutria eating rice seedlings in a rice field. Although cute these creatures do a lot of damage near waterways
This bridge was part of the rail service of Kita Ena #rail #history #japan #gifu #恵那市 #hiking_gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-06-24 | ...
Creepy Crawly Centipede with a stink bug for lunch #centipede #hiking_gifu #japan #lunch #legs Hiking Gifu 2024-06-22 | ...
Hornet caught in a honeypot trap, these things are huge! #hornet #honeytrap #hiking_gifu #スズメバチ Hiking Gifu 2024-06-20 | ...
Mt Noko - Hichiso town, Gifu prefecture Hiking Gifu 2024-06-17 | A hike from Kawabe town's "Grand Canyon" lookout (Miharashi Rock) to the peak of Mt Noko inHichiso town.January 25th 2024 was a cold snowy day, so perfect for a lowland hike. None of the pesky bugs which attack during the warmer months and the snowy made for some beautiful scenery. - Contents of this Video -0:00 - Intro0:44 - Trailhead1:36 - Climb to Miharashi rock 3:10 - Miharashi Rock and Gifu's Grand Canyon3:54 - Climb to Mt Tōmi6:27 - "Steel Tower" trail7:37 - Mt Noko Trailhead10:02 - Blizzard! and mountain ascent 15:50 - Mt Noko Peak17:14 - Return trip18:09 - Agata Shrine19:24 - Relive map and hike review
Indian Frillery Larvae out for a stroll #caterpillar #larva #japan #insects #hiking_gifu #ツマグロヒョウモン Hiking Gifu 2024-06-04 | ...
Daimyojin Inari Shrine, Kakamigahara #inari #shrine #gifu #hiking_gifu #afternoon #sun Hiking Gifu 2024-05-14 | ...
The Japan-China friendship garden, Gifu city, beautiful in spring #springinjapan #hiking_gifu Hiking Gifu 2024-04-21 | ...
Temple Cave Walkthrough Hiking Gifu 2024-04-09 | A walkthrough of the Oku-no-in cave of Hasamafudoson temple, Seki City, Gifu.The roaring of the waterfall at the entrance fills the cave to create a relaxing atmosphere within.
Naegi Castle Ruins, Nakatsugawa Hiking Gifu 2024-04-09 | The final ascent to the mountain top castle ruins of Naegi
Melody Tunnel in Japan Hiking Gifu 2024-01-29 | In Aichi prefecture, Japan, a tunnel had grooves cut into the roads surface so that the vibrations could be felt throughout the vehicle in the tune of Donguri Korokoro, a well known children's song. The tune be heard perfectly if the vehicle is travelling at 50kmh (the speed limit). This was done for the purpose of speed control.
