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Meduts pulls the horse into the river

What is "Medots," the terrifying water spirit of Hachinohe? ~A local legend that's a little different from the Kappa~

In some areas of Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, legends of a mysterious monster called "Medots" or "Medoch" have been passed down since ancient times. It resembles the nationally known "kappa," but its...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2025.06.26

Tsugaru dialect

The interesting endings of Aomori's Tsugaru dialect! Learn the quirks and meanings of the dialect commonly used by locals...

Many people may think, "I don't understand what Tsugaru dialect is saying!" But if you listen carefully, you'll find that the endings of the words are full of humor and kindness...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.06.10

What is the Seikan Ferry? 80 years of supporting the flow of people and goods between Honshu and Hokkaido [Aomori Prefecture]

Currently, you can travel between Aomori Prefecture and Hokkaido by plane or the Hokkaido Shinkansen, which runs through the Seikan Tunnel. However, before the Seikan Tunnel and airplanes, the only way to get between the two was by boat.

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2025.06.06

What is Tsugaru Soba? What sets it apart from regular soba? Explaining its hidden characteristics and appeal [Aomori]

Tsugaru soba, a dish beloved in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, may look similar to regular soba noodles, but it's actually a local delicacy that has evolved in its own unique way in terms of its preparation, texture, and flavor. In this article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.06.05

Is the era of "Aomori = melon" coming? Exploring the appeal of Tsugaru city's high-quality melons...

When people think of Aomori, apples come to mind, but in recent years, the melons grown in Tsugaru City, Aomori Prefecture, have been gaining attention. Why is melon so popular now in this land known as the apple kingdom?.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.06.03

Limited express and rapid trains that ran only under overhead wires despite being diesel-powered (Tohoku Main Line)

In Japan, vehicles that run on rails are often called "trains," but there are also many diesel railcars that run on diesel fuel, mainly on local train lines in rural areas.

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2025.05.29

Legend of the Three Lakes - Traveling Hachirotaro

[The Legend of the Three Lakes of Northern Tohoku: Part 2] Side stories passed down in various regions flesh out the story

Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT [The Legend of the Three Lakes of Northern Tohoku: Part 1] Have you heard of the epic folklore that spans three prefectures, the "Legend of the Three Lakes"? https://jp.neft.asia/a...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.05.28

Grapes, melons, and cherries? Aomori is the unexpected kingdom of fruits...

When you think of Aomori, apples come to mind, but that's not all. The prefecture also produces an astonishing variety of fruits, including cherries, grapes, melons, apricots, pears, prunes, and black currants.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.05.27

The Three Dragon Gods of the Sanko Legend (Nansobo, Hachirotaro, and Tatsuko)

[The Legend of the Three Lakes of Northern Tohoku: Part 1] The epic folklore that spans three prefectures...

The vast natural landscape of northern Tohoku, spanning Aomori, Akita, and Iwate, has been home to mysterious legends passed down since ancient times. Among these is a magnificent folk tale known as the "Three Lakes Legend." The setting for the story is...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.05.26

Moko

If you cry, you'll be attacked by a mokko!? We investigate the mystery of trauma among children in tsugaru...

"If you cry, a mokko will come from the mountains." This phrase has been used since ancient times, mainly in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture. It is said to be a "discipline" to stop children from crying, and is still used in Aomori today.

AoiwaAoiwa2025.05.13

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