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Speaking of fish from Akita Prefecture, this is it! 《Hatahata》 and 《shotsuru nabe》

"Hatahata" is a fish also known as the "Kaminarifish." It is a fish that is mainly caught on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and has appeared in the poem as a specialty of Akita Prefecture, and is famous nationwide. In Akita Prefecture, it has been a long time since...

akoako2017.10.25

Mt. Chokai, one of Japan's top 100 scenic spots that straddles Akita and Yamagata, is a treasure chest of scenery and legends!

Mount Chokai is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, spanning Akita and Yamagata prefectures, and is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan. The elevation is over 2,300 meters, and the summit is so high that it can penetrate above the clouds...

akoako2017.10.25

[Akita] Sturdy, beautiful, and OK for everyday use! A traditional craft with three features: Kawatsura lacquerware

When you live in Akita Prefecture, you often see lacquerware. At a moment, I realized that small bowls and sake cups from Japanese restaurants that caught my eye were carefully painted and glossy lacquerware...

akoako2017.10.18

[Semboku City, Akita Prefecture] Dakigaeri Valley is a scenic spot representing Akita! I can't hug you back...

Akita has a place where the pure, blue, clear water surface and the majestic nature of the mountains reflected on it will captivate those who see it. The tourist attraction only a few people know is "Dakigaeri Valley..."

sugarsugar2017.10.02

National Fireworks Competition (Omagari Fireworks)

[Daisen City, Akita Prefecture] Omagari fireworks are one of Japan's three major fireworks festivals! The prestige of a fireworks master...

The "fireworks display" is an indispensable event unique to summer. It is a summer tradition loved all over Japan. The usual shouts at fireworks displays are "tamaya" and "ka-gi..."

.NEFT Editorial Department2017.08.14

Oyu ring stones are stone circles from the Jomon period of Japan! ? [Akita Prefecture]

Although it is not well known, there are stone circles in Japan as well. Oyu ring stones located in Towada Oyu, Kakunodate City, Akita Prefecture are one of Japan's largest stone circles, made in the late Jomon period...

.NEFT Editorial Department2017.08.09

[Akita] Pottery created by a famous scholar? 《Ani ware》

There are various types of ceramics in Akita Prefecture, including Naraoka Yaki, a pottery with a mysterious blue color. All pottery has a unique history, and is now loved by people both inside and outside the prefecture as souvenirs and traditional crafts...

akoako2017.08.05

[Akita] Overlooking the Kubota Castle Ruins! Art and views at the Akita Prefectural Museum of Art

The Akita Prefectural Museum of Art is located across the road from Chiaki Park, the site of Kubota Castle, famous for its cherry blossoms. Located about a five-minute walk from Akita Station, this museum offers a relaxing sights around Akita...

akoako2017.08.03

Akita's Kitchen [Akita Citizen Market] From dinner ingredients to souvenirs!

Akita Civic Market is located near the station in Akita City, the prefectural capital of Akita Prefecture. Apparently it's about a 5-minute walk from the west exit of the station. There are banks and shops around...

akoako2017.07.29

Naraoka ware Japanese sake cup

[Akita Prefecture] Mysterious blue luster is attractive! Daisen City’s traditional craft “Naraoka ware”

When you think of pottery, what name do you think of? When you think of typical Japanese pottery, you might think of Seto ware, Arita ware, and Kutani ware. It's true that all of these famous pottery...

akoako2017.07.25

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