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A large guardian deity imbued with wishes for good health and protection from illness. What is this "doll" that wards off evil? [...

A large doll, about 4 meters tall. In Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a god known as "O-ningyo-sama" (Doll God), a guardian deity that has been passed down for generations. It is characterized by its piercing gaze and outstretched sword, and is believed to ward off disease and disaster from the region...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2026.06.11

Three beloved local "onigiri (rice ball) specialty shops"! Perfect for weekday lunches and leisure activities...

Where there's delicious rice, there's bound to be delicious onigiri (rice balls). In Koriyama City, central Fukushima Prefecture, a major rice-producing region, there are many unique onigiri specialty shops. Freshly cooked rice...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2026.06.05

Oshio Natural Carbonated Water Plant in Kaneyama Town

Oshio Natural Carbonated Water Spring | Natural carbonated water gushes forth! A rare spring water found nationwide [Fukushima...

In the southwestern part of Fukushima Prefecture, in a region known as "Oku-Aizu," bordering Niigata Prefecture across the Echigo Mountains, lies Kaneyama Town, home to a rare spring that produces naturally carbonated water. This spring, known as the Oshio Natural Carbonated Water Spring...

AoiwaAoiwa2026.05.25

Vanilla soft-serve ice cream in a cup, topped with a large sheet of seaweed and a wooden spoon nearby on a wooden table.

Yuzu and amazake... Lord's Soft Serve! Top 5 Popular Soft Serve Ice Creams at Roadside Stations in the Hamadori Region! [Fukushima Prefecture]

The Pacific coastal region of Fukushima Prefecture, known as "Hamadori," suffered devastating damage from the tsunami, but 15 years later, considerable progress has been made in its recovery. National Route 6, which runs north-south through Hamadori, now has new...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2026.05.22

Nighttime city canal with a lit traditional building in the center, reflections on the water, flanked by tall apartment blocks.

Hot springs, two buffet meals, and all-you-can-drink during dinner included! Accommodation at 'Itoen Hotel Iizaka Kanaya'...

The Itoen Hotel Iizaka Kanouya in Iizaka Onsen offers a package that includes one night's accommodation with two meals, and unlimited alcoholic beverages during dinner, although the price varies depending on the time of year and plan.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2026.05.20

Hinoemata Kabuki: Ehon Taikoki - Amagasaki Scene

Hinoemata Kabuki | Traditional village kabuki passed down in the secluded area of ​​Oku-Aizu [Hinoemata, Fukushima Prefecture...].

Hinoemata Village is located in the southwesternmost part of Fukushima Prefecture. It is situated in the mountainous region between Mount Hiuchigatake, Mount Aizu-Komagatake, and Mount Taishakusan, the highest peaks in the Tohoku region...

AoiwaAoiwa2026.05.16

A black-and-white cat standing on a tan tiled sidewalk in front of a door, looking toward the camera with its mouth slightly open.

Rest Pal, a business hotel in Minamisoma that offers great value and allows you to interact with cats...

Rest Pal, a business hotel located in Haramachi, Minamisoma City, in the Hamadori region of Fukushima Prefecture, offers accommodations with two meals included for 3,300 to 4,950 yen per person per night (tax included, as of the end of March 2026)...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2026.05.08

Kasha cat kokeshi doll (close-up)

Kasha Cat | A legend of a shape-shifting cat and a yokai kokeshi doll from Mishima Town, Oku-Aizu [Fukushima Prefecture]

Mishima Town, Onuma District, Fukushima Prefecture. This municipality is located in a region commonly known as Oku-Aizu, very close to the border with Niigata Prefecture. Here, you can find one of the 12 well-known types of kokeshi dolls...

AoiwaAoiwa2026.04.13

Neither an express train nor an electric railway!? Bandai Express Electric Railway [Fukushima Prefecture]

There was a railway company and railway line called Bandai Kyuko Dentetsu. The name is reminiscent of a certain company that deals in toys, but it refers to a fictional train that appears in toys...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2026.04.09

Aizu Higan Lion (Tenning Lion)

Aizu Higan Shishi | A folk performance from the Aizu region, danced during the spring equinox [Fukushima Prefecture]

What is Aizu Higan Shishi? Aizu Higan Shishi is a type of lion dance (sanbiki shishimai) widely distributed in eastern Japan, primarily in the Kanto region, consisting of three solo performers working together...

AoiwaAoiwa2026.04.08

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    "Oni no Yakata" is a demon museum that brings together demons from all over the world! [Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture]
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    Nanbu Kokeshi – A unique, traditional kokeshi doll characterized by its achromatic nature [Iwate Prefecture]
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    [Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture] Abukuma Cave is one of Japan's most famous limestone caves! Created over 80 million years...
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    The spirit medium "Onakama" and her head temple "Iwatani Juhachiya Kannon-do" in Yamagata Prefecture
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Entrance to Aoma Shrine
Aoma Shrine (Miyagi Prefecture), a shrine dedicated to the three gods of light: the moon, the stars, and the sun
Aizu Eastern Army Cemetery "Amidaji Temple"
The Aizu clan's war dead burial ground and the grave of Shinsengumi member Saito Hajime are located here.
Bottled Don (abalone, scallop, salmon roe)
The definitive Sanriku souvenir, "Bindon" - as delicious as it looks! [Iwate Prefecture]
Aomori Gyosai Center is the originator of Aomori's famous Nokkedon! Let's head out into the vast ocean of ingredients!
Portrait of Date Harumune, owned by Sendai City Museum
The grave of Date Harumune and his statue at Hoshoji Temple in Fukushima City [Fukushima Prefecture]
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Excited to see Namahage for the first time! Report from the 62nd Namahage Sedo Festival [Autumn...
Miyagi's local natto
From north to south! 7 local natto varieties from Miyagi Prefecture that you can buy at supermarkets! [Miyagi Prefecture]
The Zaimokuiwa Rocks of Obara in Shiraishi are a natural phenomenon, a spectacular spot for viewing columnar joints! [Miyagi Prefecture]
Yamagata Kokeshi dolls' expressions
Yamagata Kokeshi Dolls – Created by Koji Kobayashi, who trained in woodworking at Sakunami Onsen in the Sendai Domain...
Wooden carved Usotori bird from the Uso-kae Festival
Is this year's misfortune replaced by lies? A report on the Usokae Festival at Takahata Tenmangu Shrine...
Futakuchi Forest Road (view of the Yamagata side)
[Miyagi Prefecture - Yamagata Prefecture] The only road directly connecting Sendai City and Yamagata City is the "Forest Road No. 2"...
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The facial expressions of Kijiyama Kokeshi dolls
Kijiyama Kokeshi – A traditional doll from Akita Prefecture, characterized by its unique, melancholic expression...
Bullet holes from the Boshin War
The only remaining building that still bears traces of the Boshin War: "Kyu-Takizawa Honjin" (Fukushima Prefecture)
Katakura family mausoleum
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