Daily Life, Travels and Events in Reiwa

June 1, 2026:  The comprehensive spa complex that had been under construction in Hattori Ryokuchi Park for more than two years has finally been completed. May 31, 2026: A long-awaited spa complex has finally opened just a short walk from my home. With a variety of natural hot springs, including indoor and open-air baths, along with a stone sauna, restaurants, a fitness gym, and relaxation facilities, it’s the perfect place to unwind. I spent a relaxing Sunday night there. May 30, 2026: Enjoyed a pasta lunch at a stylish new café in this comprehensive spa complex.

May 30, 2026: While taking an early morning walk and having breakfast on a beautiful Saturday morning, I happened to come across a blue heron enjoying a crayfish for its breakfast as well. I couldn't help wondering—aren't they a bit too hard to eat? Blue herons are known for being extremely cautious, but perhaps because it was completely focused on its breakfast, I was able to get surprisingly close and capture a few photos. I was amazed to see the heron swallow the crayfish whole. Enjoyed a pasta lunch today at a stylish new café that I happened to discover, which recently opened just a short walk from my home. May 31, 2026:  At the same location as the café I visited yesterday, a comprehensive spa complex has finally been completed. It features a variety of natural hot springs, including indoor and open-air baths, as well as a stone sauna, restaurants, a fitness gym, and relaxation facilities. I visited on Sunday night and enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing time.