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[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] I went to the "Uesugi Snow Lantern Festival" and the oranges sparkled in the silver world...

Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture is particularly famous for being a region where there is a lot of snow. Utilizing this massive amount of snow, the Uesugi Snow Lantern Festival is held every year. The grounds of Uesugi Shrine and the Matsugasaki Cape are the Mei...

sugarsugar2018.01.04

pageant of light

2017 SENDAI pageant of light! A thorough explanation of this year's highlights!

This winter, the hearts of the citizens of Sendai will be lit up on Jozenji Street. When it comes to Sendai's winter tradition, it's the "SENDAI Light Pageant"! A total of 600,000 LE on the zelkova tree lined on Jozenji Street...

Chimon2017.11.30

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Zaimokucho Yoichi is a famous event that has been going on for over 40 years! World-class club...

"Zaimokucho Yoichi" is held in Zaimokucho in Morioka City. It is held every Saturday from April to November. The shopping district is about 430 meters long and has over 100 stalls lined up. It's a pedestrian haven...

sugarsugar2017.11.08

Tsuruga Castle on Mt. Adatara! There are many places to see autumn leaves in Fukushima Prefecture!

The middle of October is upon us, and autumn is beginning to deepen. In the Tohoku region, people can already see people enjoying autumn leaves viewing. There are various autumn leaves spots in Tohoku, but this time we'll be looking forward to seeing you...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.11.07

[Yamagata Prefecture] 4 famous spots for autumn leaves in Yamagata! Let's go out on this next holiday!

When it comes to autumn leaves in Tohoku, Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture and Shirakami Mountains in Aomori Prefecture are famous, but there are many famous autumn leaves spots in Yamagata Prefecture too. It varies depending on the location, but the best time to see many autumn leaves is in October...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.11.07

Autumn leaves in Aomori Prefecture are at their peak in October! 3 popular spots for viewing autumn leaves!

Aomori Prefecture, located in the northernmost part of Tohoku, has a fairly early autumn leaves. Most areas reach their peak from early to late October. Those who want to enjoy autumn leaves early...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.10.11

[Miyagi] Autumn driving is all about Zao Echo Line! Filled with autumn leaves and fruits...

In autumn, the weather is nice and you'll want to drive actively. It's a great feeling to see the beautiful scenery dyed with autumn leaves. For this reason, autumn drives in Miyagi Prefecture are "Zao Echo Ry...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.10.11

[Fukushima] Along with sightseeing at Tsuruga Castle. “Aizu Ramen Show” is finally starting!

The Aizu Ramen Show will be held in Fukushima Prefecture for five days from Thursday, October 5th to Monday, October 9th, 2017. One of the largest ramen festivals in Tohoku, we offer famous ramen from all over the country...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.10.04

JoJo Exhibition 2017

[M Prefecture] Jojo 30th anniversary! Jojo Festival Report!

We know this manga! no! Know this strange pose and stand abilities! Sorry for the sudden and weird mood. This line is JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 2: Battle Tide...

Chimon2017.08.22

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 DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.08.14

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