HiroyukiOka

Freelance writer from Miyagi Prefecture. She loves words and letters and is an avid reader who reads over 15 books every month. Her recent hobbies include finding cafes where she can enjoy reading and sweets that go well with books.

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Manufacturing experience

[Fukushima Prefecture] What is the anecdote that led to the name “Okinajima” in Lake Inawashiro?

Lake Inawashiro is a famous tourist spot in Fukushima Prefecture. Many people may have heard the name. In fact, Lake Inawashiro is called Okina Island...

HiroyukiOka2022.05.29

local cuisine

[Shiraishi City, Miyagi Prefecture] Do you know the local gourmet "Shiraishi Onmen"? Recommended Allen...

Do you know about Miyagi Prefecture's local gourmet "Shiroishi Onmen"? This is a food that is popular within the prefecture, but is unfamiliar to people outside the prefecture...

HiroyukiOka2022.05.08

Manufacturing experience

Why was the traditional craft "Akabeko" born? Explore the origin and history! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is a traditional craft with an adorable swaying neck. Many people may know it because of its distinctive appearance and name. Just "Why...

HiroyukiOka2022.05.05

Pilgrimage to sacred places

[Miyagi Prefecture] The setting for the novel and movie “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik”...

The work ``Eine Kleine Nachtmusik'' became a hot topic because it was made into a movie. Because the setting was in Sendai, people who watched it said, ``That scene...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.29

Japanese food

5 restaurants where you can have "senbero" in front of Sendai Station! [Miyagi Prefecture]

``Senbero'' lets you get completely drunk for just 1,000 yen. It sounds irresistible to alcohol lovers. This time, we will introduce a restaurant where you can enjoy rice crackers in Sendai city...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.23

day trip

[Miyagi Prefecture] 6 recommended cycling courses for a change of pace!

There are times when you want to refresh yourself by doing some exercise on your days off, but you don't want to get sweaty, right? In such cases, we recommend Sai...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.22

Miyagi Prefecture

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] 5 recommended study spots for exams and qualifications!

There are times when you say, ``I get distracted when I'm at home...'' or ``I want to study all at once in an environment where I can concentrate.'' So this time, I will introduce a student...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.17

Shrines and temples

[Yamagata Prefecture] 5 temples where you can experience zazen and copying sutras! Recommended for beginners too!

Yamagata Prefecture is a land filled with nature, and there are wonderful temples everywhere. Some of these are easy to experience zazen and copying sutras, so you can enjoy beginners...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.16

Traditional crafts

[Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture] Traditional Yamagata castings are also recommended for sightseeing! Attractions and sights to visit...

What is Yamagata Casting? Introducing the charm and features! What is Yamagata Casting? Introducing the charm and features! The characteristics of Yamagata castings are the coexistence of ``heaviness, thinness, and beauty''...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.14

local cuisine

[Miyagi Prefecture] Perfect for souvenirs! What is “Sendai Long Eggplant Pickles”? Introducing places where you can buy

When you think of Miyagi Prefecture's specialties, many people probably think of Sasa Kamaboko and beef tongue, but in fact, ``Sendai Long Eggplant Pickles'' is also a specialty that has been loved in the prefecture for a long time...

HiroyukiOka2022.04.13