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Walking Diary 2019-2024

Feb.3rd

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It is February, but there is no snow anywhere. It is an unbelievable sight. The snowplow hasn't come once yet this year, I was told, which makes me worry about the lack of water. Still, the temperature is low, so we decided to walk on the sunny path, and for the first time in a long time, we decided to go on the mallet golf path.

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Even though there is thick ice on the river

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The path looks like this.

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Taking a break before climbing the zoom line

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The Fujione path is also looks like this.

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It was a pleasant walk to the pension walking trail under clear skies.

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A group photo with the slightly small but beautiful Yatsugatake in the background. There were 16 participants today, including the photographer.

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Before cooling down, we were offered delicious oranges. It was really delicious for my parched throat. Thank you for your ministry!

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Jan.6th

Jan.6th Regular Walking

The first walk of the year was blessed with clear skies and no wind.

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Walking along the path lined with cherry trees.

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The temperature is low and the river is half frozen.

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The cherry blossoms are magnificent around here. I hope the cherry blossoms will bloom at the day of walking," we thought as we walked along the road.

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We had to be careful on the Hachimaki road because the shade was icy in some places.

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There were 15 participants today. We had a New Year's party afterwards.We were so engrossed in chatting that we forgot to take pictures.The Yatsugatake Nordic Walking Club has been in existence for 11 years.Let's enjoy walking for the 12th year starting next month.

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Dec.2nd

Dec.2nd Regular Walking

The leaves have all fallen this month and winter has finally arrived. The weather is very fine, so we set out on a course that offers a view of the Yatsugatake Mountains, which are covered with a thin layer of snow.

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The road leading to the farm.

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A variety of Yatsugatake with powdered sugar sprinkled on top.

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Today's participants was 26 people.

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Descending down the Onbashira trail.

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Taking a break at the Canadian Farm.

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Bread is just baked and some people buy it.

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We met up with the dog in a sidecar at Lake Maruyachi, who we had passed on the road. Imagine him galloping in his sidecar with his paws over the windshield, wearing a down vest, and his ears fluttering.

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Nov. 4th

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This Nordic walking event was held in the midst of wonderful autumn foliage.There were 23 participants.The walk was 3.8 km, a little shorter than usual, while enjoying the autumn leaves of the Yatsugatake Mountains.

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Oct.7th

Oct.7th Regular Walking

The parking lot was very crowded due to the 3-day craft exhibition starting yesterday, and some participants were a little late, but it was a beautiful day for a pleasant walk with low humidity.

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As we proceeded along the path of fujione we encountered a group of mushroom hunters. Everyone was curious and peeked in.

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We climbed the stairs in the opposite direction.

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Even in October, the trees are not yet in full bloom.

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But mushrooms were appearing here and there.

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We found leaves starting to change color in some places.

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This year's autumn has just begun.

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Back to the pension's walking trail.

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Today's walk was a little longer than usual, 6 km. There were 19 participants.

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Sep.2nd

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It was very sunny and hot again today, so we decided to walk the same shaded course as last month and set off. When we arrived at the charcoal-making plaza, we saw junior high school students who had come to experience learning were using equipment to climb a tree for pruning. We watched them for a while, impressed by how well they had thought this out.

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We walk comfortably through the kumazasa.

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We were shown that the seeds of the tuliptree scatter like a balsam fir.

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Today's walk was 4.8 km, taking a little detour. 24 participants, including one first-timer, were present.

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Aug.5th

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This was our first walk in two months since we had to cancel last month due to rain. The sun was very strong and we were worried, but there was a pleasant path through the trees all the way toward the practice farm. We cooled down in the shade of the trees and had 17 participants for the walk of less than 4 km.

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Jun.3rd

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Walking under blue skies after the typhoon rains earlier today, although the clouds were moving fast.

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In the beautiful green after the rain, we chose the course considering the road conditions.

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Still, the overflowing water flowed down the shoulder and the gravel was heavily scraped, and people were repairing the road.

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Beautiful flowers were blooming here and there to entertain us today.

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The Japanese knotweed just ready to eat and Mr. F enjoying it.

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Dosojin by Koshinzuka

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Sixteen of us walked 5.3 km in poor footing, cooled down in the shade of a tree, and took a group photo.

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May 6th

May 6th Regular Walking

We were worried about rain the day before, but the weather was pleasant.We departed from the Cultural Park, which was bustling in the middle of Golden Week.

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After being sent off by the cherry blossoms still in full bloom, we headed for the mallet golf path.

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Beautiful flowers were also blooming along the path.

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Many people know and love flowers, so it sometimes looks like this.

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Climbing up the zoom line, we took a short break at a shrine on the way.

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Entering the small path named Fujione path.

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There were beautiful flowers here, too.

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Passing through the pension walking trail, we were greeted by cherry blossoms and blue skies to finish the 4.8k walk.

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There were 17 participants today.

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Apr.2nd

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Walking toward the practice farm today, blessed with warm sunshine.

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The trees are in winter, but some have found butterbur sprouts.

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Mr. K, who grew up in Haramura Village, tells us about the ingenuity used to divide the water into different areas.The stream on the right flows into Lake Maruyachi.

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Yatsugatake is really beautiful today, and the distant Japanese Alps can be seen covered with snow.A group photo with the beautiful Yatsugatake in the background. There were 21 participants today.

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Mar.4th

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The snow only lingers in some places, marking the end of a harsh winter. We decided to take a different route than usual and set off. We take a group photo at the first rest stop before we forget.

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Still descending through the winter grove.

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Following Mr. D who is leading the way, we are heading toward our house.

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Getting closer and closer to our house.

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We arrive at our house. We pass through the garden and start to climb.

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The creek nearby still looks like this.

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The last part of the climb is long and a bit difficult.

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We arrived at the cultural garden through the walking path of the pension. It was about a 6 km walk.

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Feb.4th

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It was sunny but there is still snow on the ground and very cold. We warmed up thoroughly before setting out.

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We walked toward Lake Maruyachi. There were many dogs running around in the dog run, and they bark at us.

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The road was icy and slippery. In such a case, you need anti-slip shoes.

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The path in the sun was dry and easy to walk on.

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The spray from the creek was also icy.

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An hour and a half of Nordic walking. There was no wind, so we walked comfortably.

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Group photo with the main entrance of the Nature Park in the background. Today's participants were 12 people.

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Jan.7th

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Following the re-expansion of covid19, I decided not to participate in this month's Nordic walking.Later, I received photos and text.

We enjoyed walking with 12 people in the clear sky without clouds of Yatsugatake blue.
I hope we can enjoy walking with everyone as soon as possible.
Lake Maruyachi was frozen, snow was piled up on it, and there were many animal footprints.

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Dec.3rd

Dec.3rd Regular Walking

The sky was clear and blue again this month. We decided to walk up the zoom line from the mallet golf trail under the Haramura blue to the Hachimaki road and set off.

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Taking a break after passing the mallet golf trail.

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Climbing up the zoom line toward Yatsugatake.

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Continue along the promenade along the Hachimaki road.

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Group photo with the symbolic tree in front of the museum in the background.

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A brand-new Onbashira was standing at a small shrine near the Nature Park.

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Nov.5th

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Depart on a comfortable Nordic walking tour while enjoying the autumn leaves.

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Crossing the Nature Park and descending from Lake Maruyachi toward Mominokiso.

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We take a break in the front yard of the renovated Mominokiso.

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Climb up toward the Yatsugatake Mountains, enjoying the magnificent autumn leaves, stopping occasionally to take pictures.

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We took a group photo in front of the maple trees in the Shizennbunnkaenn. Today's participants are17.

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Oct. 8th

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It was the best Nordic walking under the Haramura blue.

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Sep. 3rd

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It started raining as we were warming up, and we put on the rain gear we had prepared for each of us and set out. Some of the trees were beginning to change color. But the rain became heavier, so we disbanded with hopes for next month.

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8月6日

Aug. 6th Regular Walking

The rain that had been falling last night stopped, and we set out safely again today.We chose to walk on a paved path as much as possible.

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It is difficult to adjust clothing in summer in the mountains. We also need to be careful to stay hydrated.

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The Kamisato Shrine is well maintained and the torii gate is brand new.

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After the Suwa-taisha Shrine's ONBASHIRA Festival, they set up a ONBASHIRA at each shrine

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Across the street from the shrine is acollection points where agricultural products are shipped farm produce yard.

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We found a mysterious red berry and tried to find out what it was, but could not find out for sure. It seemed to be a vine plant.

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The return trip was an uphill course.

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Chouja Pond, which we had visited before. A small pond with spring water.

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We headed for Lake Maruyachi via the road in front of the church.

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At Lake Maruyachi, I found some screw flowers. I used to pick them a lot when I was a child, but I have not seen any recently. We talked about how we bought seedlings and planted them in our garden, but they never took root.

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Sir 17 people walked 4.4 km.

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July 2nd

July 2nd Regular Walking

The Japanese archipelago has been hit by a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F) here and there, and it is very hot compared to usual even in Haramura. Today, I will take off my mask as needed and choose to walk in the shade, taking care to stay hydrated.

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We entered the forest with Lake Maruyachi on the side.

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Last night's thunderstorm left puddles underfoot in some places, but the shade is cool and comfortable.

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Group photo at Futago no Shimizu. There were 17 participants today, including the photographer.

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The [Shingen's stick road] is still here and there in this area. Gorinkuchi is located a little further up the road.

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Walk along the river. Be careful because the footing is slippery.

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We always walk around 1300m. Shizennbunnkaenn where we meet is at 1300m.http://www.yatsugatake-ncp.com/

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いつも1300m前後を歩いています。集合場所の自然文化園は1300mにあります。http://www.yatsugatake-ncp.com/

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We returned to tShizennbunnkaenn (the Nature and Culture Park) down a path with beautiful spring cherry blossoms. It was a slightly shorter 3.5 km walk, with both warm-up and cool-down done in the shade of the trees.

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June 4th

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We were worried about the rainy season, but we were blessed with clear skies. We warmed up and then we were off.

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Ms. D led the way to pass by a place where the clingy flowers were blooming beautifully!

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A group of beautiful clumps of crenate-leaved flowers that I haven't seen in a long time.

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Today's course is downhill on the way there and uphill on the way back. After a short distance, we came upon a group of Bemisia tabacum.

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Walking on a different path than usual.

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Walking uphill on the way back was also pleasant while admiring the beautiful flowers.

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We found a bird chick in a ditch on the way. I heard the parent bird singing somewhere, so I guided it back to where it used to be and gently moved away. It was not a waterfowl, so I wondered if it was a pheasant.

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Walked 6.1 km back to the Cultural Park and cooled down in the shade of the trees today. Kudos to Mr. D for leading the way. There were 21 participants today, including the photographer.

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May 7th

May 7th Regular Walking

Finally "Golden Week with no restriction on activities" starts.Idecided to re-open the Yatsugatake Nordic Walking Club website.It is the best walking day with still cherry blossoms and beautiful fresh green.

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Take a short break in the shade of a tree on the zoom line. We will rehydrate well.

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The path along the Fujione Path is so overgrown with bear grass that it is difficult to walk because there are so few people walking along it.We proceeded in a long single file.

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We went on a 5 km walk today through the paths of the pension where many beautiful flowers are blooming.

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There were 21 participants today, including the photographer.

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Dec.4th

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The air is cold but there is no wind, and a short walk will warm our body. It is nice weather for Nordic walking. Today we walked the mallet golf road and walk up the zoom line.

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Walk along the small path of Fujione. The road was narrow because it was covered with bamboo strips. There is also a windthrow overhead. It's quite thrilling.

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There are always full of flowers around here, so it's a lonely atmosphere now.

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There are 13 participants today and we walked 4.6km.Next year's regular walking will be on the second Saturday of January 8th.Everyone please have a good year.I really want next year to be a good year!

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Nov.6th

Nov.6th Regular Walking

It was a beautiful sunny day for walking. It's been a while since I participated in the Corona disaster. We set off in the autumn leaves.

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The Yatsugatake view spot where we entered the farm. There was no snow on the mountains and the sunlight is warm.

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The preparations for the next year's Onbashira Festival had begun, which was different from previous years. Eight of the fallen pillars were already lined up.

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The size and length of the Onbashira are going to set by shrine. The longest one for Honmiya shrine, the second one for Maemiya shrine.

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There were 24 participants today.It's been a while since we've seen each other, but everyone was fine and I was really happy to see some new participants.

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Went down the Onbashira road, passed through a forest of white birches, and returned to the starting point. The autumn leaves also shine in the blue sky and are comfortable enjoyed Nordic walking.

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Feb.1st

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13 participants.The course is Natural Cultural Park ⇒ Yokomi Mountain Path ⇒ Zoom Line ⇒ Fujione Path ⇒ Pension Promenade ⇒ Nature Cultural Park
Just under the cloudless weather of Yatsugatake Blue, the snow that fell a few days ago melted.We could enjoy a pleasant walk while listening to the sound of dead leaves under our feet.The squirrel also came out, maybe he was invited by the warm sunshine.

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Jan.4th

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Today is January 4th. This is the first walking. This year there is little snow here in Hara Village and there is only this much snow in the forest.

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Jissen farm is closed until tomorrow.A group photo with Amidadake in the background. 13 participants today.

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The sunshine is very warm and the cows on the farm look confortable.

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Lake Maruyama is unexpectedly frozen.

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Today we have a New Year's party here because there is Mochi-tsuki at the restaurant.We are full with rice cakes which made by ourselves and delicious pork soup.We hope it's going to be a good year for everyone.

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Dec.7th

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It was a cloudy day today.Walk on the fluffy road with the small leaves of Fujione path.

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We took a short break; from here it’s the climb.

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As we climb the zoom line, we can see the snow-capped Yatsugatake.It should be beautiful if the weather was good.

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Climb up and take a short break. Two members had to leave for the afternoon schedule. They return on the shortcut road. Have a good year ~ Regards next year ~

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I found frost pillars everywhere.

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There were 19 participants this time.

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Nov.2nd

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Start walking to the beautiful autumnal forest blessed with fine weather today.From the paved sidewalk, follow the path of Kumazasa, the road where the larch leaves pile up.We come up to the direct sales place of the practical farm.

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The practice farm is full of pumpkins that have finished their duties a few days ago.We take a group photo here.

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When we go across the onbashira road, we can see the mountains following Yatsugatake.

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It was 6km walking with 14 people in beautiful autumn leaves.

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Oct. 5th

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This morning was the coldest of this fall.
Haramura also got below 10 ℃.Some of the members who participated came in winter wear.
In Haramura's , It is heading towards winter gradually.
Grass and trees show autumn deepens.
View of Haramura Sky Blue and the plateau changing from autumn to winter.
We enjoyed NW blessed with beautiful weather.
The course is Yatsugatake Bunka-en → Zoom Line → Yatsugatake Art Museum → Daiichi Pension Village → Yatsugatake Bunkaen
20 participants

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Sep.7th

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The monthly walking was blessed with perfect fine weather, and the sky was the best for Haramura Blue.The busyness of summer has passed, and Haramura has become quite quiet.Yatsugatake mountain range from Jissen University was beautiful.Everyone seemed happy with the ice cream during the break and also satisfied with the freshly made bread at the Canadian Farm.We felt that autumn began on grass and trees.The course of the day Yatsugatake Bunka-en → Practical University → Canadian Farm → Maruyachi Lake → Yatsugatake Bunka-en There were 16 participants.

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Aug.3rd

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We depart by 9 for today's walking.

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Today, we decided to walk along the agricultural water.

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The water made in 1700s is still carefully protected.

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Blooms that prefer half-shade.

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Because rain gear came out, we decided to go back.We walked 6.1km.

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Jun.1st.

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It is fine day today, and also expected high temprechers. We are leaving for fresh green.

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There is an unfamiliar waterfowl in Maruachi Lake, and it's been a long dive in the water looking for food.

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The flowers bloom all at once, and the greens are fresh and shade of trees are comfortable. Yatsugatake is a season full of vitality.

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Cross the log bridge to the Canadian farm.

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Looking through the tree house,

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Looking at a large spherical object,

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We return to the Bunnkaenn and make cooldown under the huge tree.It was a 4.4km Nordic walking today.

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May 4th

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Today, we will walk toward Amida Seisui(Holy water of Amida), where there were many member who wanted to extend the distance a little.We start Nordic Walking in the full bloom cherry blossoms

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The elevation difference is about 350m. It takes about 1hour and 30minuetes.We find a large stone behind of the torii gate. Is it by the eruption?

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All except the 5 members of the short course were able to walk to the destination and arrive a little before 12 o'clock.

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It is said that in the past, "Holy water of Amida" was called "spring water of a large corner."The road is greatly curved at this place. It moistens everyone's throat, and a well-prepared person puts it in a plastic bottle and takes it home.

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There were 26 participants today. Five people turned back on the way along the way, and 21 people came to Amida Seisui.

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Eat rice balls and take rest.

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Blessed with the blue sky and beautiful cherry blossoms, it became a regular walk of great satisfaction.

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Apr.6th

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It is warm fine weather today.There are no greens in the trees yet, but it is a pleasant departure in the sunshine.

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We found the fukinoto on the way.

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The tree which took the group photo under the cherry blossoms in full bloom last May looks like this.

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We will walk "Shingen's Sticky Road" today.Listen to the explanation and go straight to the road

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The path leads to the bronze forest beside the art museum

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We walked with 26 people today.Next month, it will be the first Nordic Walking in the new REIWA period and the day is in the middle of Golden Week.If the weather is fine, we are planning to go to the AMIDA SEISUI extend my leg a little.

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Mar.2nd

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It is fine day with warm spring sunshine.We will depart in the sunshine feel spring.The white birch forest is also taking plenty of spring days.

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Stream is melting and we go ahead to the greenhouse of the practical farm flowers.

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On the way we got an explanation of agricultural water which was developed in the Edo period from Mr. K familiar with the history of Haramura. The harvest of rice dramatically increased by Sakamoto Youssen during the Edo period.

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In front of the flower greenhouse it is mud for snow melting, but inside was full of flowers made by students.

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Confirm once again the canal for Suwa south area with a map.

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Today's participants were 24 people.

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Feb.2nd

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We have snow the day before yesterday, but it became a beautiful day with a blue sky.

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Today we decided to walk in the snow as judging that the road is frozen and dangerous.

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My favorite Yatsugatake angle. Today it showed me a wonderfully beautiful figure.

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Where snow removal is easy to walk but we have to care for slipping.

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Today, we have 19 participants.

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We return by the same road. Everybody smile with beautiful scenery.

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Both Dogen god and Maruyachi lake wear covered with snow

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An angel is seen when Ms. A pointed out herself and said "yesterday" . Good Job!! It is Hanamaru!

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Jun.5th

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The first regular walking this year has become a very cold day. There are 20 participants. We got a good start.

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As soon as we started walking the road was frozen and we changed our direction to go through the church.

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As we walked through Fujione path, the big tree was falling down. A typhoon came several times last year and a lot of trees collapsed in Harimura.

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We saw the irrigation pond of Fujione, we had never seen before. It seems to be completely freezing.

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New year's party at Yamanosachi. There were 19 participants.

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Dec.1st.

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The cute deer (?) made with white birch with mistletoe at the entrance.I was surprised that the fruit of mistletoe was much bigger than summer.

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Today, a cold wind blows over the cloudy sky and the landscape is also cold and I feel that winter has arrived.

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Walking on the small birch path, there is much mistletoe on the white birches.

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The pipe carrying hot springs from Jissen farm to Mominokiso is under construction now.The source is about 45 degrees and it seems that it will drop to 42 degrees of the proper temperature while being carried.

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In Jissen farm, preparation for winter is proceeding.Yatsugatake is a sign of snowing in the clouds.

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Today's participants were 25 people.

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We went down the Onbashira road, and turn right to a place that opened wide.Hundreds years ago, it was a hunting place that opened for hunting here and offering prey here.I thought about the harshness of the work of pioneering here only with human power in times without heavy machinery.

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Nov.3rd

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The autumn leaves of Yatsugatake this year is so beautiful.

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Yatsugatake from Maruyachi lake. This familiar scenery is also colorful today.

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We go down the road leading to the church.

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Mushrooms are in such places.

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We climbed the way in the villa. Clombing on the way back is hard.

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There were many cars for autumn leaves, it was hard to walk without sidewalks.

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Today’s members were 16. We walked a little longer than usual.

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Oct.6th

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I was worried about rain forcast,but it is fine.
We found Gentian flowers soon after departure.This flower is blooming at the end of autumn around here.

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The autumn leaves of the cherry trees on the Jissen farm are so beautiful.
It is magnificent view with the Yatsugatake mountains.

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We took the group photo with Halloween panpkins.
On this farm, 10000 panpkins are harvested in a field of 4ha. A Harvest Festival will be held on 27th & 28th Oct.

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We go down the Onbashira road and visit the Canadian farm today.

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Someone bought bread,someone took pictures. Rest for a while.

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From here we walk a little wild road.Someone said,when a bear comes out, we sould give away this bread and escape.As we get close to the lake Maruyachi,a little rain came down.

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Aug.4th

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The first Saturday of August every year overlaps the Haramura Star Festival.

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In addition to the star festival, 15 people participated for the first time this time. At 10 o'clock, we start for usual course to the Jissen Farm.

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Unfortunately although there were many people who participated for the first time, Yatsugatake was covered entirely by clouds.

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Shop for a while at a shop at Jissen farm. Other people are taking a break under the trees.

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One of the participate who told me that he can not make it in time due to traffic jam can join after taking this group photo and 33 participants today. Perhaps it is the most new record.

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Descending the Onbashira way, go down the path of white birch.

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Even if we come to Maruyachi lake Yatsugatake is still in the clouds.

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Cool down in the Lawn Squar.

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July 7th

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It was raining heavily until this morning. Considering that it started to rain again, we chose the place with a moderate distance, the state of the road also looks good.

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A small river that crosses along the way is also a violent flow with a lot of water.

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Water supply in front of the museum.

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The road down from the museum is beautiful with the flowers of the Annabel in full bloom.

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16 participants todayin this weather.

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Jun.2nd

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The 16km challenge around Suwa Lake was blessed with fine weather.

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Walking course is maintained.

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Near the water gate, we take a break with large and delicious Daifuku.

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The famous song of Lake Biwa surroundings knew that Taro Oguchi from Okaya looked at Lake Biwa and thought of Lake Suwa in his hometown as a lyrics.He died at the age of 27.

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A group photo on the flood gate. Today's participants are 18 Water from Lake Suwa flows from here to the Tenryu River

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Various on the water's side

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This is a pond that hatches eggs of a wakasagi, which means that they are washing and drying the tools cleanly for the next winter.

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Today we could not see it with clouds, but there was a spot where we could see Mt. Fuji from Lake Suwa like this.

Departing at 9:30, we came back to the park at the departure point about 3 o'clock.Fifteen of the 18 participants have made a goal. I would like to make the most of this experience.

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May 5th

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Today Legend K participated and gave us warm-up guidance. We’ve got a lot of stimulation from him born in Showa 10.

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Departed through the small path.

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Fresh green is beautiful and the weather is great. The breeze blows comfortably and is the best walking day.

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There are still mountain cherries are blooming in the small diameter of Fujione.

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The break point is under the cherry tree. We also take the group photograph. Today we have 22 participants.

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Cherry blossoms above, Yamabuki beside. The flowers of Harumura will begin bloom all together from now on.

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Apr.7th

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As we walked through the wetland area of the Natural Culture Park, Mizubasho and Zazenso were in bloom.

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The cherry blossoms on the Jissen farm were still hard buds.

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Today's participants were 21 people.

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Slightly descended from the birch road to Choujaike pond.

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Some flowers such as Kobushi began to bloom and Fukinoto went out and some people decided the menu of dinner today.

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Mar.3rd

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Today is sunny windless and warm.

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Snow remains on the sidewalk, but it is warm enough to start sweating when we start walking.

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Yatsugatake and surrounding mountains leave snow and are lit by the sunlight so it looks really beautiful.

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Snow still remains in the Fujione path and it will be a bit difficult to walk so go on slowly.

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Mistletoe introduced last month which Kirenjak came to eat fruit was sold at Natural Cultural Park. Very slow growth, it is said that it will take nearly ten years to reach this size.

I forgot to take the group photograph, with the beautiful weather 23 participants this month.

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Feb.3rd

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It was not a heavy snowfall like the Japan Sea side, but today we have to walk in the snow. People participating in boots will walk first.

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The blue sky and the white snow, the Yatsugatake is clearly visible and is a beautiful and beautiful sight.

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Harumura is a member of "the most beautiful village in Japan" that wants to leave truly beautiful Japan in the future.

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Nowadays vegetables are soaring, Ms. D get a cheap green onion in a direct sales place.

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Today was the participation of 10 people.

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Mr.Y ran around the beautiful snowy field and left such a trace.

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I met a young man who has a camera in a white birch forest. When asking what he was filming, he said he is waiting for a bird named Kirenjak it loves the fruit of the mistletoe here.

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Jan.6th

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It is a New Year with less snow than usual.Temperature is low, but there is little snow.We warmed up under the blue sky.

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People who participate for the first time walk well.Every year on January, we have to walk with paying attention to our feet.But today it is easy like this.

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Today's participants were 20.

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It was still beautiful blue sky when we doing cool down.

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A New Year's party at the [Yamanosachi].We hope YNWC is going to be beautiful club year by year.

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