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[Shinjo City, Yamagata Prefecture] Kadoyaki... a delicious fish that heralds the arrival of spring in Yamagata?

In snowy regions, it was difficult to obtain fresh fish during the winter, so people would grill the fish that arrived with the spring thaw and enjoy the joy of spring while drinking sake. This tradition remains today...

ikokeikoke2023.04.17

Doll's Festival

Yamagata is awash with Hina dolls! From ancient Hina dolls to Kyoto Hina dolls and hanging Hina dolls from all over Yamagata...

March is the month of the Doll Festival in Japan, an annual festival to pray for the healthy growth of girls. In Yamagata Prefecture, dolls are displayed for a month, from around March 3rd on the modern calendar until April 3rd on the lunar calendar...

ikokeikoke2023.02.23

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[Shonai Region, Yamagata Prefecture] Dongara, a beloved dish in the Shonai region that warms both body and soul...

In the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, there is a soup that has long been loved and eaten during the harsh winter. It was originally only delicious near the sea, but now that distribution has improved, it is enjoyed throughout the entire prefecture.

ikokeikoke2023.01.19

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Snow Lantern Festival | Come see the fantastic scenery unique to a snowy country!

The Snow Lantern Festival in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, which has been decided to be held for the first time in three years, is a popular festival with many fans not only among local residents but also from within and outside the prefecture. The entire area is covered in a world of snow, and it's even snowing...

ikokeikoke2023.01.18

Dondon Yaki

[Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture] Yamagata's soul food, "Dondonyaki"? Speaking of snacks...

In Yamagata City, there's a snack that's incredibly popular with both children and adults: "Dondonyaki." It's incredibly filling and inexpensive! It's a prime example of a flour-based snack that's popular with everyone.

ikokeikoke2022.11.12

Aizu-Tajima Gion Festival

The Aizu-Tajima Gion Festival, famous for Japan's largest bridal procession [Minamiaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture]

Known for the Aizu-Tajima Gion Festival, Aizu-Tajima was once a bustling post town on the Shimotsuke Kaido (Aizu-Nishi Kaido) road, which connected Nikko to Aizu-Wakamatsu, the center of the Aizu region.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2022.10.06

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] The "Nasebe Naru Autumn Festival" was fun and delicious!

We visited the "Nasebe Naru Autumn Festival" held in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture. Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT [Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Autumn festival season has arrived! Autumn harvest is delicious!...

ikokeikoke2022.09.28

Three large standing neputa statues

[Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture] The thrilling Goshogawara Tachineputa festival - experience its history and excitement all year round...

The Goshogawara Tachineputa Festival, one of the "Three Great Neputa Festivals of Aomori," along with the Nebuta Festival in Aomori City and the Hirosaki Neputa Festival in Hirosaki City, is held every year on August 4th in Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture.

NakaNaka2022.09.14

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Autumn Festival Season Has Arrived! Autumn Harvest is Delicious! (Trailer)

Autumn is the season for appetite! Harvest festivals are starting one after another. The first harvest festival we'll introduce in this article is the "Naseba Naru Autumn Festival" held in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture. This year marks the 9th annual...

ikokeikoke2022.09.10

[Yamagata Prefecture] I went to the Hanagasa Festival! A photo book and an introduction to Yamagata Prefecture's festivals that you can still enjoy

The Yamagata Hanagasa Festival began on August 5th, so I arrived early and enjoyed the photo panel exhibition commemorating the 60th anniversary of the festival, which heightened my excitement. This time, I'll be showcasing the photos from the retrospective panels...

ikokeikoke2022.08.15

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