2024/10/04 23:30:00 今夏休み滋賀県から満たされた心を持って帰ってきた！This Summer, I Returned Home from Shiga with a Heart Full of Gratitude
学生生活
広報隊リ
皆さん、こんにちは！グローバル観光学科の3年次生のフェン ティ リです。私がこのブログを書いている時点では、夏の終わりになっています。夏と言えば海や水族館など、自然に満ちた遊び場が思い浮かびますよね。皆さんはどのように自然を楽しんできましたか？私にとって、自然は人間が楽しむためのものであり、人間を守るものだと考えています。
今年の夏休みに、一泊二日で奥こんぜ農泊体験モニターに参加しました。 私たちの集合場所は手原駅に近い栗東市観光案内所です。参加者が集まった後、私たちは「こんぜめぐりちゃんバス」で一日観光を始め、一番目のスポットである金勝寺に向かいました。バスに乗ったとき、おじいさんのような現地ガイドに案内してもらいながら、夏の田舎から感じる静けさを味わい、窓から差し込む一筋の光を感じました。金勝寺に着くと、ガイドから丁寧にお寺の歴史について説明してもらい、緑の木々に囲まれた神聖な風景を楽しみました。その後、私たちは再びバスに乗り、「九品の滝」へ見学に向かいました。 昼ご飯の時間になり、私は道で「田舎の元気や」のおにぎりを食べながら、田舎の雰囲気を味わいました。その後、畑に移動して、そばの植え付けや麦の実の選別を体験しました。夏の暑さの中で、私たちは暑さを感じながらも、ここにいる人々や参加者全員が笑顔で楽しんでいました。それを見て、私はベトナムの農民たちの姿や、子供の頃に田んぼで働く両親を思い出しました。その後、自分の好みに合わせて香りの良いハーブを使って香り袋を作りました。自然豊かな畑の景色、人々の笑顔、ハーブの香り、すべてが私に幸せを感じさせ、癒してくれました。
夕方になると、私たちは農泊推進協議会のメンバーや地域の方々とBBQをしながら交流しました。その後、私たちは部屋に行って寝る準備をしました。私たちの寝室にはインターネットがなく、普段は寝る直前まで携帯を使っているので、少し物足りなさを感じましたが、今日はなぜかこの場所が私を浄化してくれたように感じました。ネットや携帯から離れ、田舎の夜の静寂に完全に包まれていました。
2日目、私たちが森の未来館の食堂で一緒に朝ごはんを食べた後、フォレスアドベンチャーを体験しました。最初は高さが怖かったのですが、そこで出会った友達と一緒に、一歩一歩自分の勇気でチャレンジすると、だんだん楽しくなり、また挑戦したいと思いました。フォレスアドベンチャーが終わった後、みんなで挨拶し、解散しました。
この9月に日本をはじめ、一部のベトナムやタイなどのアジア諸国がヤギ台風の影響で被害を受けましたが、植物のおかげで風の強さや一部の土砂崩れが減少しました。これによって、自然を守ることの重要性をより認識させられました。忙しい日常生活から離れて自然を求める多くの人が、癒されるために訪れるのだと考えています。将来も自然を楽しみ、自然に守られるためには、今から自然を大切にする意識が重要です。「自然を守らなければ、自然も人間を守れない」と思います。
今年の夏、滋賀県での農業体験を通じて自然の美しさ、地方の人々の温かさを感じ、ここで出会った友達との思いでが私の心は満たされました。
Hello everyone! I’m Huynh Ly, a third-year student from the Department of Global Tourism. As I write this blog, summer is drawing to a close. When we think of summer, places like the beach and nature-filled spots like aquariums often come to mind. How have you been enjoying your summer? To me, nature is not only something we can enjoy, but it also serves as a protective force for us.
This summer, I had the opportunity to participate in a two-day, one-night farm stay experience at Oku Konze. Our journey began at the Ritto City Tourist Information Center, near Tehara Station. Once everyone had gathered, we embarked on a day tour aboard the Konze Meguri-chan Bus, with our first stop being Konshouji Temple.
While riding the bus, guided by a local who reminded me of my grandfather, I took in the peacefulness of the summer countryside, with sunlight streaming gently through the windows. Upon arriving at Konshouji Temple, the guide shared its rich history, and we admired the scenery, framed by lush green trees.
Next, we headed to Kuho no Taki (Nine Grades Waterfall). For lunch, I enjoyed onigiri rice balls from Inaka no Genki-ya by the roadside, surrounded by the calm scenery. We then visited fields where we got hands-on experience planting buckwheat and sorting wheat grains.
Despite the summer heat, everyone—both locals and participants—had smiles on their faces and seemed to be enjoying the day. Watching this scene brought back memories of my parents working in the rice fields in Vietnam when I was a child.
Later that day I made a fragrant sachet using aromatic herbs that I chose myself. The combination of the natural scenery, the locals' warm smiles, and the soothing scent of the herbs made me feel content and at peace. In the evening, we gathered for a BBQ, sharing stories with members of the Farmstay Promotion Council and local residents. Afterward, we prepared to turn in for the night. The absence of internet in our room left me feeling a little disconnected since I usually use my phone before bed. Yet, oddly enough, I felt like this place was cleansing my mind. Without the distraction of being online, I found myself completely immersed in the tranquility of the night.
On the second day, after having breakfast together in the dining hall of the Mori no Mirai Kan, we tried the Forest Adventure course. At first, I was frightened by the heights, but as I took each step, encouraged by the friends I’d made, I began to enjoy the challenge and even wanted to do it again. After the adventure, we said our goodbyes and went our separate ways.
In September, Japan and some Asian countries, including Vietnam and Thailand, were impacted by Typhoon Yagi.9 However, the presence of flora helped reduce the force of the wind and some landslides. This made me even more aware of the importance of protecting nature. I believe that many people seek out nature to find healing, stepping away from their busy daily lives. To continue enjoying and being protected by nature, it’s crucial to start caring for it now. As the saying goes, "If we don’t take care of nature, it can’t take care of us."
Through my experience in Shiga Prefecture this summer, I felt the beauty of nature, the warmth of the locals, and made lasting memories with the friends I met. My heart is full as I reflect on this unforgettable experience.
今年の夏休みに、一泊二日で奥こんぜ農泊体験モニターに参加しました。 私たちの集合場所は手原駅に近い栗東市観光案内所です。参加者が集まった後、私たちは「こんぜめぐりちゃんバス」で一日観光を始め、一番目のスポットである金勝寺に向かいました。バスに乗ったとき、おじいさんのような現地ガイドに案内してもらいながら、夏の田舎から感じる静けさを味わい、窓から差し込む一筋の光を感じました。金勝寺に着くと、ガイドから丁寧にお寺の歴史について説明してもらい、緑の木々に囲まれた神聖な風景を楽しみました。その後、私たちは再びバスに乗り、「九品の滝」へ見学に向かいました。 昼ご飯の時間になり、私は道で「田舎の元気や」のおにぎりを食べながら、田舎の雰囲気を味わいました。その後、畑に移動して、そばの植え付けや麦の実の選別を体験しました。夏の暑さの中で、私たちは暑さを感じながらも、ここにいる人々や参加者全員が笑顔で楽しんでいました。それを見て、私はベトナムの農民たちの姿や、子供の頃に田んぼで働く両親を思い出しました。その後、自分の好みに合わせて香りの良いハーブを使って香り袋を作りました。自然豊かな畑の景色、人々の笑顔、ハーブの香り、すべてが私に幸せを感じさせ、癒してくれました。
夕方になると、私たちは農泊推進協議会のメンバーや地域の方々とBBQをしながら交流しました。その後、私たちは部屋に行って寝る準備をしました。私たちの寝室にはインターネットがなく、普段は寝る直前まで携帯を使っているので、少し物足りなさを感じましたが、今日はなぜかこの場所が私を浄化してくれたように感じました。ネットや携帯から離れ、田舎の夜の静寂に完全に包まれていました。
2日目、私たちが森の未来館の食堂で一緒に朝ごはんを食べた後、フォレスアドベンチャーを体験しました。最初は高さが怖かったのですが、そこで出会った友達と一緒に、一歩一歩自分の勇気でチャレンジすると、だんだん楽しくなり、また挑戦したいと思いました。フォレスアドベンチャーが終わった後、みんなで挨拶し、解散しました。
この9月に日本をはじめ、一部のベトナムやタイなどのアジア諸国がヤギ台風の影響で被害を受けましたが、植物のおかげで風の強さや一部の土砂崩れが減少しました。これによって、自然を守ることの重要性をより認識させられました。忙しい日常生活から離れて自然を求める多くの人が、癒されるために訪れるのだと考えています。将来も自然を楽しみ、自然に守られるためには、今から自然を大切にする意識が重要です。「自然を守らなければ、自然も人間を守れない」と思います。
今年の夏、滋賀県での農業体験を通じて自然の美しさ、地方の人々の温かさを感じ、ここで出会った友達との思いでが私の心は満たされました。
Hello everyone! I’m Huynh Ly, a third-year student from the Department of Global Tourism. As I write this blog, summer is drawing to a close. When we think of summer, places like the beach and nature-filled spots like aquariums often come to mind. How have you been enjoying your summer? To me, nature is not only something we can enjoy, but it also serves as a protective force for us.
This summer, I had the opportunity to participate in a two-day, one-night farm stay experience at Oku Konze. Our journey began at the Ritto City Tourist Information Center, near Tehara Station. Once everyone had gathered, we embarked on a day tour aboard the Konze Meguri-chan Bus, with our first stop being Konshouji Temple.
While riding the bus, guided by a local who reminded me of my grandfather, I took in the peacefulness of the summer countryside, with sunlight streaming gently through the windows. Upon arriving at Konshouji Temple, the guide shared its rich history, and we admired the scenery, framed by lush green trees.
Next, we headed to Kuho no Taki (Nine Grades Waterfall). For lunch, I enjoyed onigiri rice balls from Inaka no Genki-ya by the roadside, surrounded by the calm scenery. We then visited fields where we got hands-on experience planting buckwheat and sorting wheat grains.
Despite the summer heat, everyone—both locals and participants—had smiles on their faces and seemed to be enjoying the day. Watching this scene brought back memories of my parents working in the rice fields in Vietnam when I was a child.
Later that day I made a fragrant sachet using aromatic herbs that I chose myself. The combination of the natural scenery, the locals' warm smiles, and the soothing scent of the herbs made me feel content and at peace. In the evening, we gathered for a BBQ, sharing stories with members of the Farmstay Promotion Council and local residents. Afterward, we prepared to turn in for the night. The absence of internet in our room left me feeling a little disconnected since I usually use my phone before bed. Yet, oddly enough, I felt like this place was cleansing my mind. Without the distraction of being online, I found myself completely immersed in the tranquility of the night.
On the second day, after having breakfast together in the dining hall of the Mori no Mirai Kan, we tried the Forest Adventure course. At first, I was frightened by the heights, but as I took each step, encouraged by the friends I’d made, I began to enjoy the challenge and even wanted to do it again. After the adventure, we said our goodbyes and went our separate ways.
In September, Japan and some Asian countries, including Vietnam and Thailand, were impacted by Typhoon Yagi.9 However, the presence of flora helped reduce the force of the wind and some landslides. This made me even more aware of the importance of protecting nature. I believe that many people seek out nature to find healing, stepping away from their busy daily lives. To continue enjoying and being protected by nature, it’s crucial to start caring for it now. As the saying goes, "If we don’t take care of nature, it can’t take care of us."
Through my experience in Shiga Prefecture this summer, I felt the beauty of nature, the warmth of the locals, and made lasting memories with the friends I met. My heart is full as I reflect on this unforgettable experience.
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私たちが自然の緑に抱まれている写真
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作った香りの良いハーブの袋
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フォレストアドベンチャーで体験した写真
2024/09/27 23:00:00 ワーキングホリデー Vol.2「都市選びと海外生活」
- 留学関係
- 広報隊橋本
こんにちは! グローバル観光学科3年次生の橋本永爾です。今回は前回に続きワーホリ第二弾「都市選びと海外生活」です。前回ではビザについて説明しましたが、今回は1年間、ワーホリをしてきた経験から都市選びと海外生活について書いていこうと思います。
都市選び
私が一年カナダで過ごしてきた中で抱いたのは、ワーホリビザを使ってカナダに来る人は思いのほかたくさんいる印象でした。滞在先がバンクーバーに近かったということもありよくバンクーバーに旅行に行っていた私は、そこにいるたくさんの日本人を目の当たりにして、驚きました。
そこで感じたこととして、大都市を選ぶと、安心を求めて似た価値観、つまり同じ国の人と一緒にいる時間が多くなるのではないかということです。実際、私もワーホリ後半は結果として日本人と一緒に過ごすことが多くなってしまいました。もちろんその場で出会った縁ですので日本人、外国人と線引きするのは良くないと思いますが、勇気を振り絞って全く価値観の違う人と交流できればより成長できることが確実です。そこで都市選びにおいての私個人の意見は、大都市は避けた方がよいとおもいました。
カナダ生活
私は最初の三カ月間は英語を学ぶ語学学校に通っていました。そこではメキシコや南アメリカ出身のラテン系と日本人が多く、私の友達も南アメリカ出身者が多くいました。語学学校を卒業した後は、お土産屋やカフェで働きながら生活していました。私が働いている中で実感したことは、英語力は働くからと言って身につくものではないのだなということです。もちろん複雑な仕事になれば話は違ってくると思いますが、簡単なサービス業では英語力はつきません。私のお勧めはやはり人としゃべることです。何気ない日常会話でも何かをテーマにディスカッションのような形式でも数をこなせば自ずと英語力は身につきます。しかし、先述のように私はワーホリ後半で日本人と一緒にいる時間が極端に多くなってしまったのです。その理由の一つは語学学校でできた友達がほとんど母国に帰ってしまったことです。ワーホリビザのように一年と長期間滞在できるビザを持つ人は少なく、多くは三カ月から半年で母国に帰ってしまうのです。もう一つの理由は泊まっていた場所です。私はドミトリータイプのホテル（ほかのシェアハウスやホームステイに比べ安い）に友達（日本人）と一緒に住んでいたからです。一緒に住んでいたので日本語でしゃべる機会が多くなってしまいました。
もしこれを読んでくださっている人の中でワーホリに行きたいと考えている人がいれば、私は現地の人たちと交流することを強く勧めます。さて次回は「ワーホリするための準備やワーホリ中にしておいた方がいいこと・やらなくてもよかったこと」を中心に書いていきたいと思います。
Choosing a city when living abroad
Hello, I'm Eiji Hashimoto, a third-year student in the Department of Global Tourism. This is the second part of my working holiday series, "Choosing a city when living abroad."
In the last article, I explained about visas, but this time I'd like to write about choosing a city when living abroad based on my experience of spending a year on a working holiday visa in Canada.
Choosing a city
My impression from spending a year in Canada was that there were more people coming to Canada on a working holiday visa than I expected. I often traveled to Vancouver, and I was surprised to see so many Japanese people there. What I felt was that if you choose a big city, you will spend more time with people who have similar values, that is, people from the same country in search of security. In fact, I ended up spending more time with Japanese people in the second half of my working holidays.
Of course, I don't think it's good to draw a line between Japanese and foreigners, but if you can muster up the courage to interact with people who have completely different values, you will definitely grow more. So, in terms of choosing a city, this is my personal opinion, but it's better to avoid big cities if you look for chances of personal growth.
Life in Canada
I went to a language school to learn English for the first three months. There were two main groups of people there: Latinos (Mexicans, South Americans, etc.) and Japanese, and many of my friends were South Americans.
After graduating from the language school, I worked at a souvenir shop and a cafe. What I realized while working was that you can't acquire English skills just by working in an English speaking country. Of course, it would be different if you had a more complicated job, but you can't acquire English skills in a simple service job. My recommendation is to talk to people. Whether it's a casual everyday conversation or a discussion on a certain topic, you will naturally acquire English skills if you do it a lot.
However, as I mentioned earlier, I spent an extremely large amount of time with Japanese people in the latter half of my working holidays. One of the reasons for this is that most of the friends I made at the language school went back to their home countries. There are few people who have visas that allow them to stay for a long period of time, such as a working holiday visa, and most people go back to their home countries after three to six months.
Another reason is the place where I was staying. This is because I was living in a dormitory-type hotel (cheaper than other share houses or homestays) with a friend (who is Japanese). Living together meant I had many opportunities to speak Japanese. If there are people reading this who are thinking about going on a working holiday experience, I strongly recommend interacting with local people.
Next time, I would like to write mainly about "preparing for your working holidays, things you should do during your working holidays, and things you didn't need to do."
都市選び
私が一年カナダで過ごしてきた中で抱いたのは、ワーホリビザを使ってカナダに来る人は思いのほかたくさんいる印象でした。滞在先がバンクーバーに近かったということもありよくバンクーバーに旅行に行っていた私は、そこにいるたくさんの日本人を目の当たりにして、驚きました。
そこで感じたこととして、大都市を選ぶと、安心を求めて似た価値観、つまり同じ国の人と一緒にいる時間が多くなるのではないかということです。実際、私もワーホリ後半は結果として日本人と一緒に過ごすことが多くなってしまいました。もちろんその場で出会った縁ですので日本人、外国人と線引きするのは良くないと思いますが、勇気を振り絞って全く価値観の違う人と交流できればより成長できることが確実です。そこで都市選びにおいての私個人の意見は、大都市は避けた方がよいとおもいました。
カナダ生活
私は最初の三カ月間は英語を学ぶ語学学校に通っていました。そこではメキシコや南アメリカ出身のラテン系と日本人が多く、私の友達も南アメリカ出身者が多くいました。語学学校を卒業した後は、お土産屋やカフェで働きながら生活していました。私が働いている中で実感したことは、英語力は働くからと言って身につくものではないのだなということです。もちろん複雑な仕事になれば話は違ってくると思いますが、簡単なサービス業では英語力はつきません。私のお勧めはやはり人としゃべることです。何気ない日常会話でも何かをテーマにディスカッションのような形式でも数をこなせば自ずと英語力は身につきます。しかし、先述のように私はワーホリ後半で日本人と一緒にいる時間が極端に多くなってしまったのです。その理由の一つは語学学校でできた友達がほとんど母国に帰ってしまったことです。ワーホリビザのように一年と長期間滞在できるビザを持つ人は少なく、多くは三カ月から半年で母国に帰ってしまうのです。もう一つの理由は泊まっていた場所です。私はドミトリータイプのホテル（ほかのシェアハウスやホームステイに比べ安い）に友達（日本人）と一緒に住んでいたからです。一緒に住んでいたので日本語でしゃべる機会が多くなってしまいました。
もしこれを読んでくださっている人の中でワーホリに行きたいと考えている人がいれば、私は現地の人たちと交流することを強く勧めます。さて次回は「ワーホリするための準備やワーホリ中にしておいた方がいいこと・やらなくてもよかったこと」を中心に書いていきたいと思います。
Choosing a city when living abroad
Hello, I'm Eiji Hashimoto, a third-year student in the Department of Global Tourism. This is the second part of my working holiday series, "Choosing a city when living abroad."
In the last article, I explained about visas, but this time I'd like to write about choosing a city when living abroad based on my experience of spending a year on a working holiday visa in Canada.
Choosing a city
My impression from spending a year in Canada was that there were more people coming to Canada on a working holiday visa than I expected. I often traveled to Vancouver, and I was surprised to see so many Japanese people there. What I felt was that if you choose a big city, you will spend more time with people who have similar values, that is, people from the same country in search of security. In fact, I ended up spending more time with Japanese people in the second half of my working holidays.
Of course, I don't think it's good to draw a line between Japanese and foreigners, but if you can muster up the courage to interact with people who have completely different values, you will definitely grow more. So, in terms of choosing a city, this is my personal opinion, but it's better to avoid big cities if you look for chances of personal growth.
Life in Canada
I went to a language school to learn English for the first three months. There were two main groups of people there: Latinos (Mexicans, South Americans, etc.) and Japanese, and many of my friends were South Americans.
After graduating from the language school, I worked at a souvenir shop and a cafe. What I realized while working was that you can't acquire English skills just by working in an English speaking country. Of course, it would be different if you had a more complicated job, but you can't acquire English skills in a simple service job. My recommendation is to talk to people. Whether it's a casual everyday conversation or a discussion on a certain topic, you will naturally acquire English skills if you do it a lot.
However, as I mentioned earlier, I spent an extremely large amount of time with Japanese people in the latter half of my working holidays. One of the reasons for this is that most of the friends I made at the language school went back to their home countries. There are few people who have visas that allow them to stay for a long period of time, such as a working holiday visa, and most people go back to their home countries after three to six months.
Another reason is the place where I was staying. This is because I was living in a dormitory-type hotel (cheaper than other share houses or homestays) with a friend (who is Japanese). Living together meant I had many opportunities to speak Japanese. If there are people reading this who are thinking about going on a working holiday experience, I strongly recommend interacting with local people.
Next time, I would like to write mainly about "preparing for your working holidays, things you should do during your working holidays, and things you didn't need to do."
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カナダでできた友だちとのバーベキューパーティーで
2024/09/22 11:00:00 祇園祭後祭への参加
- 学外活動
- 広報隊河原
みなさんこんにちは。グローバル観光学科3年次生の河原のどかです。長い夏季休暇を満喫できましたでしょうか？今回はグローバル観光学科教授の南先生の活動の一環である、烏丸御池周辺の旧龍池学区の「まちづくり委員会」で祇園祭後祭に参加した経験について紹介致します。
私たちがお手伝いに入らせていただいたのは、室町綾小路にお会所がある役行者山さん。役行者、一言主神、葛城神の三体の御神体（人形）を山鉾に祀っておられるのが特徴的です。私は山鉾建ての日の粽造りから、宵々山の授与品販売、そして山鉾巡行日にお邪魔しました。
まず粽造りですが、町の女性方と粽にお札を巻き、袋詰めの作業をしました。用意された数千本の粽の俵を始めに見た時は「何時間かかるんだろう」と、驚きましたが、ベテランの女性の方々にコツを教えていただき2時間ほどで終わりました。ご近所のお蕎麦屋さんでご飯を食べた後は、聖護院門跡から訪れた僧侶によってご祈祷が行われました。町の方に混じり、巡行の無事を祈ることができ、貴重な経験だと感じました。
次にお手伝いに参加できたのは宵々山の授与品販売です。地域の子どもたちがお店番をするのですが、私たちはそのサポートをしました。服装は浴衣ということで、大学の校章の柄が入った浴衣を着させてもらいました。粽はもちろん、お守りや手拭い、護摩行のための護摩木を販売していました。「疫病除け安産のお守りはこれより出ます…」という童歌を歌い、道ゆく人を呼び込みます。最初は恥ずかしがって声が小さかった子どもたちも、次第に慣れていくと、とても大きな声で歌を歌ってくれました。
最後に巡行の日に数時間だけですがお邪魔しました。みなさん裃姿でキリッとした顔付きをされています。聖護院の山伏の方々も到着し、法螺貝を吹きながらまずは町内を巡行します。法螺貝を吹くのは後祭では役行者山だけだそうです。その後、御池通まで山を出します。続々と鷹山、北山観音などが到着し、賑やかになっていきます。
巡行が始まり、役行者山を見送ると、お会所に戻り残った方々と一緒に、KBSで巡行の中継を観ました。くじ改めの様子を観ながら、「〇〇さんもずっとしてはったな」と町の方のエピソードを聞くことができ、なんだか京都人になれたような気がして嬉しかったです。
実はこれまでに、滋賀県長浜市の長浜曳山まつり、大津市の大津祭に参加経験がありますが、どのお祭りも地域の方々のエネルギーを感じました。この先も長くこうしたお祭りが続くよう、参加できたらと思います。
10月12日〜13日は大津祭があるので興味のある方はぜひきてみてくださいね。
Hello everyone. My name is Nodoka Kawahara, and I am a third-year student in the Department of Global Tourism. I hope you all had a wonderful summer break. Today, I would like to share my experience participating in the Gion Festival as a member of the Town Development Committee of the former Tatsuike School District around Karasuma Oike. This opportunity was part of the activities led by Professor Minami, who teaches in the Department of Global Tourism.
We assisted with the Enno-Gyoja-yama float, which is based on Muromachi Aya-no-Koji. What makes this float unique is that it enshrines three sacred objects (dolls): Enno-gyosha, Hitokoto-nushi-kami, and Katsuragi-kami. I was involved in various aspects of the festival, from helping with the preparation of chimaki (a type of lucky charm made of wrapped bamboo leaves) on the day the float was erected, to selling festival goods during Yoiyoiyama, and finally, attending the Yamahoko parade.
First, I worked alongside the women of the town to make chimaki. We wrapped them with amulets and packed them into bags. When I first saw the thousands of chimaki prepared, I was overwhelmed and wondered how long it would take. However, with the guidance of the experienced women, we completed the task in about two hours. Afterward, we had a meal at a nearby soba noodle shop. Then, a Buddhist priest from Shogoin Monastery led a prayer ceremony. It was a special experience to join the townspeople in praying for the safety of the procession.
Next, I participated in selling gifts during Yoiyoiyama. Children from the community managed the shops, and we assisted them. I was fortunate to wear a yukata (summer kimono) with the university's emblem on it. The stalls sold chimaki along with charms, hand towels, and gomaki for the gomagyo ritual. The children sang a traditional song: "Here is the chimaki amulet to ward off epidemics and ensure safe childbirth..." as they called out to passersby. At first, they were shy and spoke quietly, but as they got used to the song, their voices grew louder and more confident.
Finally, on the day of the parade, I had the chance to observe the event for a few hours. Everyone wore kamishimo (ceremonial dress), and they looked very dignified. The yamabushi (mountain priests) from Shogoin Monastery also joined, blowing conch shells as they paraded through the town. It is said that only Yakugyoja-san blows the conch shells during the second part of the festival. After the priests passed, the parade continued along Oike-dori. As floats like Takayama and Kitayama Kannon arrived one after another, the atmosphere became more vibrant.
After seeing off Yakugyoja-san, we returned to Okaisho and watched the rest of the parade on KBS with the other participants. As we watched, the townspeople shared stories like, "Mr. 00 used to do this every year," which made me feel like I had truly become part of the Kyoto community. In fact, I have also participated in the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, and the Otsu Festival in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. Each time, I have been impressed by the energy and dedication of the local people, and I hope to continue taking part in these festivals for many years to come.
The Otsu Festival will be held on October 12-13, so if you're interested, I encourage you to attend.
私たちがお手伝いに入らせていただいたのは、室町綾小路にお会所がある役行者山さん。役行者、一言主神、葛城神の三体の御神体（人形）を山鉾に祀っておられるのが特徴的です。私は山鉾建ての日の粽造りから、宵々山の授与品販売、そして山鉾巡行日にお邪魔しました。
まず粽造りですが、町の女性方と粽にお札を巻き、袋詰めの作業をしました。用意された数千本の粽の俵を始めに見た時は「何時間かかるんだろう」と、驚きましたが、ベテランの女性の方々にコツを教えていただき2時間ほどで終わりました。ご近所のお蕎麦屋さんでご飯を食べた後は、聖護院門跡から訪れた僧侶によってご祈祷が行われました。町の方に混じり、巡行の無事を祈ることができ、貴重な経験だと感じました。
次にお手伝いに参加できたのは宵々山の授与品販売です。地域の子どもたちがお店番をするのですが、私たちはそのサポートをしました。服装は浴衣ということで、大学の校章の柄が入った浴衣を着させてもらいました。粽はもちろん、お守りや手拭い、護摩行のための護摩木を販売していました。「疫病除け安産のお守りはこれより出ます…」という童歌を歌い、道ゆく人を呼び込みます。最初は恥ずかしがって声が小さかった子どもたちも、次第に慣れていくと、とても大きな声で歌を歌ってくれました。
最後に巡行の日に数時間だけですがお邪魔しました。みなさん裃姿でキリッとした顔付きをされています。聖護院の山伏の方々も到着し、法螺貝を吹きながらまずは町内を巡行します。法螺貝を吹くのは後祭では役行者山だけだそうです。その後、御池通まで山を出します。続々と鷹山、北山観音などが到着し、賑やかになっていきます。
巡行が始まり、役行者山を見送ると、お会所に戻り残った方々と一緒に、KBSで巡行の中継を観ました。くじ改めの様子を観ながら、「〇〇さんもずっとしてはったな」と町の方のエピソードを聞くことができ、なんだか京都人になれたような気がして嬉しかったです。
実はこれまでに、滋賀県長浜市の長浜曳山まつり、大津市の大津祭に参加経験がありますが、どのお祭りも地域の方々のエネルギーを感じました。この先も長くこうしたお祭りが続くよう、参加できたらと思います。
10月12日〜13日は大津祭があるので興味のある方はぜひきてみてくださいね。
Hello everyone. My name is Nodoka Kawahara, and I am a third-year student in the Department of Global Tourism. I hope you all had a wonderful summer break. Today, I would like to share my experience participating in the Gion Festival as a member of the Town Development Committee of the former Tatsuike School District around Karasuma Oike. This opportunity was part of the activities led by Professor Minami, who teaches in the Department of Global Tourism.
We assisted with the Enno-Gyoja-yama float, which is based on Muromachi Aya-no-Koji. What makes this float unique is that it enshrines three sacred objects (dolls): Enno-gyosha, Hitokoto-nushi-kami, and Katsuragi-kami. I was involved in various aspects of the festival, from helping with the preparation of chimaki (a type of lucky charm made of wrapped bamboo leaves) on the day the float was erected, to selling festival goods during Yoiyoiyama, and finally, attending the Yamahoko parade.
First, I worked alongside the women of the town to make chimaki. We wrapped them with amulets and packed them into bags. When I first saw the thousands of chimaki prepared, I was overwhelmed and wondered how long it would take. However, with the guidance of the experienced women, we completed the task in about two hours. Afterward, we had a meal at a nearby soba noodle shop. Then, a Buddhist priest from Shogoin Monastery led a prayer ceremony. It was a special experience to join the townspeople in praying for the safety of the procession.
Next, I participated in selling gifts during Yoiyoiyama. Children from the community managed the shops, and we assisted them. I was fortunate to wear a yukata (summer kimono) with the university's emblem on it. The stalls sold chimaki along with charms, hand towels, and gomaki for the gomagyo ritual. The children sang a traditional song: "Here is the chimaki amulet to ward off epidemics and ensure safe childbirth..." as they called out to passersby. At first, they were shy and spoke quietly, but as they got used to the song, their voices grew louder and more confident.
Finally, on the day of the parade, I had the chance to observe the event for a few hours. Everyone wore kamishimo (ceremonial dress), and they looked very dignified. The yamabushi (mountain priests) from Shogoin Monastery also joined, blowing conch shells as they paraded through the town. It is said that only Yakugyoja-san blows the conch shells during the second part of the festival. After the priests passed, the parade continued along Oike-dori. As floats like Takayama and Kitayama Kannon arrived one after another, the atmosphere became more vibrant.
After seeing off Yakugyoja-san, we returned to Okaisho and watched the rest of the parade on KBS with the other participants. As we watched, the townspeople shared stories like, "Mr. 00 used to do this every year," which made me feel like I had truly become part of the Kyoto community. In fact, I have also participated in the Nagahama Hikiyama Festival in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, and the Otsu Festival in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. Each time, I have been impressed by the energy and dedication of the local people, and I hope to continue taking part in these festivals for many years to come.
The Otsu Festival will be held on October 12-13, so if you're interested, I encourage you to attend.
2024/09/15 08:40:00 京都の夏―五山送り火―
- 地元紹介
- 広報隊岩本
みなさん、こんにちは。グローバル観光学科３年次生の岩本茉子です。日が落ちる時間が早くなったり、夜に虫の音色が聞こえてきたり。少しずつ秋を感じる季節となってきましたね。
さて、今回のブログでは、時期はずれになってしまいますが、京都の夏の行事のひとつである「五山送り火」について書きたいと思います。
みなさんは「京都の夏」というと何を思い浮かべますか？例えば、祇園祭に京都特有の暑さに・・・。四季によっていろんな変化が楽しめるのも京都の面白いポイントですね。
でも、そんな夏の大切な行事のひとつがお盆。京都ではご先祖様のことを「お精霊（しょらい）さん」と呼び、お盆には帰ってきたお精霊さんをお迎えします。そして、8月16日のお盆の終わり、お見送りする日に行われるのが「五山送り火」です。
当日の夜8時から5分間隔で、東山如意ヶ嶽の大文字山の「大」の字から、松ヶ崎西山と東山に「妙」「法」、西賀茂船山に「船」形、大北山の大文字山に「大」（左大文字）、そして最後に嵯峨鳥居本の曼荼羅山に「鳥居」形と、五つの送り火が点火されていきます。
生まれてからずっと京都に住んでいる私にとって、五山送り火は身近なものでした。小さい頃から、家や近所の公園から真っ赤に染まった文字を見つめ、お盆の終わりを過ごしてきましたが、当時は「なんであんなに真っ赤なんやろう？」と、幼いながらに不思議に思っていたことも。そんな私に、母は「亡くなったおじいちゃんやおばあちゃんが道に迷わへんように帰るためなんよ。」と教えてくれました。
そして、大学生になってからは友人からの誘いで、毎年灯籠流しや今までとは違う山の送り火を見たりなど、新たなお盆の過ごし方を経験することもできました。それでも、やっぱり変わらないのは、「今年もありがとう。また来年。」という気持ち。母が教えてくれたように、無事に帰って、また来年会いに来てくれることを思いながらこの日を迎えていると、京都の夏をより実感するなと、最近は感じるようになりました。
8月16日。五つの山に浮かぶ真っ赤な文字。そこにはどんな歴史や思いがつまっているのかまだまだ知らないことはたくさんありますが、これからもこの季節を大切にし、京都の夏を満喫したいなと思うこの頃です。
参考：京都観光Navi
Hey everyone! I’m Mako Iwamoto, a junior in the Department of Global Tourism. Lately, I've really started to notice that fall is on its way — the days are getting shorter, and I can hear crickets chirping at night.
Today, I want to tell you about Gozan Okuribi, one of Kyoto’s big summer events.
When you think of summer in Kyoto, what comes to mind? Maybe the Gion Festival or the crazy heat that’s so typical here. One of the things I love about Kyoto is how you can really experience the changing of the seasons.
But one of the most important events is Obon. In Kyoto, we call our ancestors Oshorai-san, and during Obon, we welcome them back to our homes. Then, at the end of Obon, on August 16th, we have Gozan no Okuribi.
On that day, starting at 8 p.m., five giant bonfires are lit on the mountains around Kyoto, five minutes apart. The first is the "Dai" character on Mt. Daimonji in Higashiyama-Nyoigatake. Then there’s "Myo" and "Ho" on Matsugasaki Nishiyama and Higashiyama, a "Funa" on Sagano Funayama, the other "Dai" on Mt. Okita, and finally the "Torii" shape on Mt. Mandara in Saga Toriimoto.
I’ve lived in Kyoto my whole life, so Gozan no Okuribi has always been part of summer for me. Ever since I was little, I’d watch the glowing red characters from my house or a nearby park at the end of Obon. I remember asking my mom, “Why are they so bright?” and she told me, “It’s to guide our ancestors home so they don’t get lost.”
Now that I’m in college, I’ve gotten to experience Obon in new ways, like floating lanterns or watching the bonfires with friends. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the feeling of, “Thank you for this year. See you next year.” Like my mom taught me, I think about how our ancestors are safely returning and will come visit us again next year. That’s when I really feel the spirit of Kyoto’s summer.
August 16th. Bright red characters glowing on five mountains. There’s still so much I don’t know about the history and meaning behind it, but I want to keep treasuring this time of year and enjoying everything that makes Kyoto’s summer so special.
さて、今回のブログでは、時期はずれになってしまいますが、京都の夏の行事のひとつである「五山送り火」について書きたいと思います。
みなさんは「京都の夏」というと何を思い浮かべますか？例えば、祇園祭に京都特有の暑さに・・・。四季によっていろんな変化が楽しめるのも京都の面白いポイントですね。
でも、そんな夏の大切な行事のひとつがお盆。京都ではご先祖様のことを「お精霊（しょらい）さん」と呼び、お盆には帰ってきたお精霊さんをお迎えします。そして、8月16日のお盆の終わり、お見送りする日に行われるのが「五山送り火」です。
当日の夜8時から5分間隔で、東山如意ヶ嶽の大文字山の「大」の字から、松ヶ崎西山と東山に「妙」「法」、西賀茂船山に「船」形、大北山の大文字山に「大」（左大文字）、そして最後に嵯峨鳥居本の曼荼羅山に「鳥居」形と、五つの送り火が点火されていきます。
生まれてからずっと京都に住んでいる私にとって、五山送り火は身近なものでした。小さい頃から、家や近所の公園から真っ赤に染まった文字を見つめ、お盆の終わりを過ごしてきましたが、当時は「なんであんなに真っ赤なんやろう？」と、幼いながらに不思議に思っていたことも。そんな私に、母は「亡くなったおじいちゃんやおばあちゃんが道に迷わへんように帰るためなんよ。」と教えてくれました。
そして、大学生になってからは友人からの誘いで、毎年灯籠流しや今までとは違う山の送り火を見たりなど、新たなお盆の過ごし方を経験することもできました。それでも、やっぱり変わらないのは、「今年もありがとう。また来年。」という気持ち。母が教えてくれたように、無事に帰って、また来年会いに来てくれることを思いながらこの日を迎えていると、京都の夏をより実感するなと、最近は感じるようになりました。
8月16日。五つの山に浮かぶ真っ赤な文字。そこにはどんな歴史や思いがつまっているのかまだまだ知らないことはたくさんありますが、これからもこの季節を大切にし、京都の夏を満喫したいなと思うこの頃です。
参考：京都観光Navi
Hey everyone! I’m Mako Iwamoto, a junior in the Department of Global Tourism. Lately, I've really started to notice that fall is on its way — the days are getting shorter, and I can hear crickets chirping at night.
Today, I want to tell you about Gozan Okuribi, one of Kyoto’s big summer events.
When you think of summer in Kyoto, what comes to mind? Maybe the Gion Festival or the crazy heat that’s so typical here. One of the things I love about Kyoto is how you can really experience the changing of the seasons.
But one of the most important events is Obon. In Kyoto, we call our ancestors Oshorai-san, and during Obon, we welcome them back to our homes. Then, at the end of Obon, on August 16th, we have Gozan no Okuribi.
On that day, starting at 8 p.m., five giant bonfires are lit on the mountains around Kyoto, five minutes apart. The first is the "Dai" character on Mt. Daimonji in Higashiyama-Nyoigatake. Then there’s "Myo" and "Ho" on Matsugasaki Nishiyama and Higashiyama, a "Funa" on Sagano Funayama, the other "Dai" on Mt. Okita, and finally the "Torii" shape on Mt. Mandara in Saga Toriimoto.
I’ve lived in Kyoto my whole life, so Gozan no Okuribi has always been part of summer for me. Ever since I was little, I’d watch the glowing red characters from my house or a nearby park at the end of Obon. I remember asking my mom, “Why are they so bright?” and she told me, “It’s to guide our ancestors home so they don’t get lost.”
Now that I’m in college, I’ve gotten to experience Obon in new ways, like floating lanterns or watching the bonfires with friends. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the feeling of, “Thank you for this year. See you next year.” Like my mom taught me, I think about how our ancestors are safely returning and will come visit us again next year. That’s when I really feel the spirit of Kyoto’s summer.
August 16th. Bright red characters glowing on five mountains. There’s still so much I don’t know about the history and meaning behind it, but I want to keep treasuring this time of year and enjoying everything that makes Kyoto’s summer so special.
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五山の送り火
2024/08/31 17:40:00 Introduction to Izu, Shizuoka
- 観光情報
- 広報隊古瀬（Furuse)
Hi guys, I’m Ibuki Furuse. I’m a first-year student in Global Tourism. How was your summer vacation? I went back to my hometown in Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, where my father grew up. Izu City is near the sea, so I could smell the ocean everywhere. I had some special experiences there, like seeing beautiful scenery and doing fun activities.
This time, I’d like to share some sightseeing spots I visited. We traveled by car, so I want to introduce three scenic routes we took from Gotemba to Amagi Highland: the Hakone Skyline, the Lake Ashi Skyline, and the Izu Skyline. Starting from Gotemba City, this route passes through the border between Shizuoka and Kanagawa prefectures and along the west shore of Lake Ashi. The Hakone Skyline is a 5 km long tourist road that runs along the west side of the Hakone outer rim in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, connecting Gotemba and Hakone Pass.
The Lake Ashi Skyline is a 10.7 km road at an altitude of 1,000 meters, offering views of Lake Ashi to the east, Mt.Fuji to the west, and Mishima-Numazu City and the Izu Peninsula across Suruga Bay.The Izu Skyline is a 40.6 km toll road managed by the Shizuoka Prefectural Road Public Corporation, crossing the Izu Peninsula. Along the way, there are mountain passes and drive-ins where you can enjoy stunning views.
This time, we visited Hakone Lake Ashinoko Panorama Park, the Fountain of Life,
Melody Pave, and finally Takichiyama Parking Lot, all located between the Hakone
Skyline and the Izu Skyline. Most of these places are at high altitudes, and since we went early in the morning, it was much cooler and more comfortable than Kyoto. If there’s no fog, you can see amazing views from these spots, except for Melody Pave. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some wild deer.
The Fountain of Life, or “Mikoto no Izumi,” has a torii gate by the road. When you pass through the gate, you’ll find a small spring inside. The water was very cold, and the moss and grass around it made it feel magical. However, the water isn’t drinkable, so be careful not to taste it. Melody Pave is located on the Ashinoko Skyline, between Kojiri Pass and Hakone Pass. It’s a unique road where you can hear a melody when you drive at a certain speed. The grooves on the road surface are designed to create a musical scale, and as your car passes over them, you hear music. This is not just for entertainment but also as a safety measure to slow down and prevent drowsiness.
About 500 meters before the Hakone Pass toll gate, you’ll hear the opening song of Neon Genesis Evangelion, “Cruel Angel's Thesis" if you drive at around 40 km/h. I was really surprised when I first heard the melody, not realizing it was coming from the tires. The sound is different depending on which direction you’re going, so be sure to listen on your way back!
Next, I’d like to talk about Mt. Omuroyama. Mt. Omuroyama is a scoria cone formed by an eruption about 4,000 years ago. It’s shaped like a giant pudding and is one of the largest scoria cones in the Izu Eastern Volcano Group. It’s also a nationally designated natural monument. The mountain has a diameter of 300 meters, a circumference of 1,000 meters, and a depth of 70 meters. There’s a lift that takes you to the top for 1,000 yen for adults and 500 yen for children. At the summit, you can see the green grass inside the caldera, the blue sky, and the sea stretching beyond it. Personally, I found the temperature higher than expected, likely because the altitude isn’t very high. I ended up sweating while walking, so it was a bit tough. They sell cold treats like shaved ice and soft-serve ice cream, so it’s a good idea to refresh yourself with something cold before or after the lift ride. Mt. Omuroyama is a popular tourist spot, so it was a bit crowded. You might have to wait a little for the lift, but the view is so beautiful that you’ll forget about the wait. If you have the chance, definitely check it out!
Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has many other attractions, including stylish cafes, a zoo, and beautiful beaches, so make sure to explore them too!
This time, I’d like to share some sightseeing spots I visited. We traveled by car, so I want to introduce three scenic routes we took from Gotemba to Amagi Highland: the Hakone Skyline, the Lake Ashi Skyline, and the Izu Skyline. Starting from Gotemba City, this route passes through the border between Shizuoka and Kanagawa prefectures and along the west shore of Lake Ashi. The Hakone Skyline is a 5 km long tourist road that runs along the west side of the Hakone outer rim in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, connecting Gotemba and Hakone Pass.
The Lake Ashi Skyline is a 10.7 km road at an altitude of 1,000 meters, offering views of Lake Ashi to the east, Mt.Fuji to the west, and Mishima-Numazu City and the Izu Peninsula across Suruga Bay.The Izu Skyline is a 40.6 km toll road managed by the Shizuoka Prefectural Road Public Corporation, crossing the Izu Peninsula. Along the way, there are mountain passes and drive-ins where you can enjoy stunning views.
This time, we visited Hakone Lake Ashinoko Panorama Park, the Fountain of Life,
Melody Pave, and finally Takichiyama Parking Lot, all located between the Hakone
Skyline and the Izu Skyline. Most of these places are at high altitudes, and since we went early in the morning, it was much cooler and more comfortable than Kyoto. If there’s no fog, you can see amazing views from these spots, except for Melody Pave. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some wild deer.
The Fountain of Life, or “Mikoto no Izumi,” has a torii gate by the road. When you pass through the gate, you’ll find a small spring inside. The water was very cold, and the moss and grass around it made it feel magical. However, the water isn’t drinkable, so be careful not to taste it. Melody Pave is located on the Ashinoko Skyline, between Kojiri Pass and Hakone Pass. It’s a unique road where you can hear a melody when you drive at a certain speed. The grooves on the road surface are designed to create a musical scale, and as your car passes over them, you hear music. This is not just for entertainment but also as a safety measure to slow down and prevent drowsiness.
About 500 meters before the Hakone Pass toll gate, you’ll hear the opening song of Neon Genesis Evangelion, “Cruel Angel's Thesis" if you drive at around 40 km/h. I was really surprised when I first heard the melody, not realizing it was coming from the tires. The sound is different depending on which direction you’re going, so be sure to listen on your way back!
Next, I’d like to talk about Mt. Omuroyama. Mt. Omuroyama is a scoria cone formed by an eruption about 4,000 years ago. It’s shaped like a giant pudding and is one of the largest scoria cones in the Izu Eastern Volcano Group. It’s also a nationally designated natural monument. The mountain has a diameter of 300 meters, a circumference of 1,000 meters, and a depth of 70 meters. There’s a lift that takes you to the top for 1,000 yen for adults and 500 yen for children. At the summit, you can see the green grass inside the caldera, the blue sky, and the sea stretching beyond it. Personally, I found the temperature higher than expected, likely because the altitude isn’t very high. I ended up sweating while walking, so it was a bit tough. They sell cold treats like shaved ice and soft-serve ice cream, so it’s a good idea to refresh yourself with something cold before or after the lift ride. Mt. Omuroyama is a popular tourist spot, so it was a bit crowded. You might have to wait a little for the lift, but the view is so beautiful that you’ll forget about the wait. If you have the chance, definitely check it out!
Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has many other attractions, including stylish cafes, a zoo, and beautiful beaches, so make sure to explore them too!
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Mountain Top of Mt. Omuroyama
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Takichiyama Parking Lot
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The Fountain of Life
