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Three influential warlords from Fukushima Prefecture during the Sengoku period: Ashina Moriuji, Soma Yoshitane, and Tamura Kiyoaki
[Series: Following the Narrow Road to the Deep North ⑥] Rafting the Mogami River and...
Legend of the buried gold treasure of the Fujiwara clan of Oshu! What is Kinkeiyama in Hiraizumi? [Iwate Prefecture]
[Fukushima Prefecture] The Legend of Princess Hagi: A Legend Remaining in the Popular Hot Springs Resort of Bandai Atami
[Part 1] Masumi Sugae's walk through the Oga Peninsula – Kanpuzan and Honzan faith...
What is "Danburi Choja"? A detailed explanation of the old story that gave the name to the sweet potato shochu...
Tour the precious cultural assets remaining in Minamiaizu, the southern part of the Aizu region [Fukushima Prefecture]
Is it lucky to see one? We uncover the truth behind the "Zashiki Warashi" legends of Kindaichi Onsen...
[Part 2] Japan's first nautical chart, "Map of Kamaishi Port in Rikuchukoku," and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture]
I tried to gather information to see if the statement "The bus comes once a day" from the movie "We're Going to Tokyo" is actually true
The hit song "Ore-ra Tokyo sa Ikuda" (We're Going to Tokyo), sung by Ikuzo Yoshi, includes the line, "The bus comes once a day." This raises the question: do buses that only come once a day actually exist...?.
Visiting sake breweries in the six Tohoku prefectures! "Hiroki," a sake enjoyed by many people, is brewed at Shiwa Sake Brewery in Shiwa Town, Iwate Prefecture, the birthplace of Nanbu Toji (sake brewers)
Shiwa Town, known as the birthplace of Nanbu Toji (sake brewers), currently has five sake breweries. One of them, Shiwa Sake Brewery, founded in 1903 (Meiji 36), was formerly known as "Hirota Sake Brewery," named after its founder...
The best time to visit the Hachimantai Aspite Line is about a month after it reopens following its winter closure!
The "Hachimantai Aspite Line" is a mountain road that traverses a plateau area spanning Akita and Iwate prefectures, centered around Mount Hachimantai (1,613m above sea level), the highest peak in the Hachimantai volcanic group...
Kasha Cat | A legend of a shape-shifting cat and a yokai kokeshi doll from Mishima Town, Oku-Aizu [Fukushima Prefecture]
Mishima Town, Onuma District, Fukushima Prefecture. This municipality is located in a region commonly known as Oku-Aizu, very close to the border with Niigata Prefecture. Here, you can find one of the 12 well-known types of kokeshi dolls...
Neither an express train nor an electric railway!? Bandai Express Electric Railway [Fukushima Prefecture]
There was a railway company and railway line called Bandai Kyuko Dentetsu. The name is reminiscent of a certain company that deals in toys, but it refers to a fictional train that appears in toys...
Tohoku in winter
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This is the norm in Aomori elementary schools! From ski mountains to apple desks, Aomori childhood traditions
What is "Fusubezuke," a vegetable dish passed down only in Yonezawa? [Yamagata Prefecture]
Dainichido Bugaku, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage with a history of approximately 1,300 years | On-site report on the 2026 dedication ceremony
New Year's Cuisine in the Tohoku Region | Preserved Foods for Festivities Developed by Heavy Snowfall
Only in a snowy country! The charm of Mt. Moriyoshi in Akita in winter
Introducing popular temples and shrines recommended for your first visit of the year in Akita Prefecture during the Year of the Snake!
Tohoku Events
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Aizu Higan Shishi | A folk performance from the Aizu region, danced during the spring equinox [Fukushima Prefecture]
Hote Festival | A fire-prevention ritual with over 300 years of history held at Shiogama Shrine [Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture]
Dainichido Bugaku, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage with a history of approximately 1,300 years | On-site report on the 2026 dedication ceremony
Dainichido Bugaku | Bugaku with a history of approximately 1,300 years, dating back to the famous monk Gyoki [Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture]
This is also a Kamakura. "Hey, Gongoro of the Kamakura!" is a mysterious spell chanted at the "Kuzukuro Fire Festival Kamakura."
Yokote Kamakura Festival to be held from the second Friday to the second Saturday of February from 2026
Tohoku Mystery
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Hanamaki's proud two-sword hero, Shohei Otani! A tour of the city's colorful monuments and manholes
[Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture] The festival has been renewed! How to enjoy the new festival to the fullest
[Series 4: The Battle of Zenkunen and the Battle of Gosannen] The participation of Mr. Kiyohara changed the course of the Battle of Zenkunen
[Fukushima Prefecture] If you want to meet aliens, head to Fukushima! Iino Town is famous for its UFOs
What is Shirakawa like? A treasure box of trivia series that will help you understand the area, including its history, tourist spots, and local specialties [Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture]
Things from Tohoku
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"Grilled Squid Street" is famous for its squid curtains! The concentrated flavor has many repeat customers [Aomori Prefecture]
[Craft Beer in Aomori Prefecture] Top 5 Local Beers from the Northernmost Part of Honshu!
The all-purpose seasoning "Umai-tare" is the unsung hero of local cuisine! [Yamagata Prefecture]
What is Iwadeyama's "Shino Bamboo Crafts"? Delicate and flexible, yet durable! [Iwadeyama, Miyagi Prefecture]
