In Part 1 of this article on Mt. Chokai-Tobishima Geopark, we introduced geosites along the Sea of Japan coast, such as the Kujukushima Islands (Kizakata) and Misaki Coast. In Part 2, we will introduce inland geosites and the relationship between the Earth and the environment.
When traveling by train from Ueno Station in Tokyo to Akita Station in Akita Prefecture, most people will take the Akita Shinkansen "Komachi." Before the Shinkansen, there were limited express trains on conventional lines...
Putting aside the debate over whether Namahage are demons or gods, the Oga Peninsula is home to numerous demon legends. The origin of one is the legend that five bats who accompanied Emperor Wu of Han transformed into demons...
When you hear the word Oga, the first thing that comes to mind is the "Namahage." Every year on New Year's Eve, demon-like figures wearing frightening masks and straw costumes sing, "Anyone lazy? Cry...".
Nikaho City (Akita Prefecture) is located at the foot of Mount Chokai and is part of the "Mount Chokai-Tobishima Geopark" along with the Yurihonjo area in Akita Prefecture and the Sakata, Yuza, and Tobishima areas in Yamagata Prefecture.
Kisakata and Kujukushima Islands are a scenic spot located on the Sea of Japan coast of Nikaho City, at the northern foot of Mount Chokai, which towers over the border between Akita and Yamagata prefectures. Rice paddies dot the countryside here and there...
Popular spots for viewing autumn leaves in Akita Prefecture include Senshu Park (Kubota Castle Ruins) in Akita City, where you can easily enjoy autumn leaves within the city, and the samurai residences in Kakunodate. However, seeing the vibrant crimson colors in the midst of nature is...
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Katagami City in Akita Prefecture has developed a new product, "Katagami City Akita Komachi," which uses Akita Komachi, a brand of rice representative of the prefecture, packed in a specially designed rice bag featuring Akita's "Namahage" (a type of demon).
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As car camping trips at roadside stations become a quiet trend, the number of roadside stations with attached accommodation facilities that offer comfortable and safe accommodation is increasing in the Tohoku region. As of September 2024...
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The Akita Shinkansen "Komachi" currently operates between Tokyo Station and Akita Station. The Akita Shinkansen opened in March 1997, so before that, other express trains provided access to Akita.
