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Namekawa Shrine: A power spot where the guardian deity of work and children resides! [Fukushima Prefecture]...

May your children grow up healthy, or may your business run smoothly. Many people pray for these things every day, for themselves and their families. This time, we will introduce the power...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.12.11

Portrait of a family and Tsuruga Castle

30 Surnames with Roots in Fukushima Prefecture's Prestigious Families

Every place across Japan, there are prestigious and famous families who are rumored to be so-called "local famous people." Even if you say, "We are a very ordinary family," if you trace our ancestors carefully, it's actually a history...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.12.10

If you're looking for souvenirs, don't miss these! 3 Japanese sweets that will make you look like a connoisseur: Part 2 [Fukuoka...

What do you pay attention to when buying sweets as gifts or souvenirs? Something that everyone likes... a classic item that everyone knows... I'm sure there are a variety of things, but sometimes...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.12.09

The town is fun to walk around! A casual "Choi Tabe Gur..." near JR Nihonmatsu Station

"Walking through towns is fun!" is the theme of this series, where we explore the charms of towns by strolling around them. This time, we'll be exploring the area around JR Nihonmatsu Station in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, where vestiges of the castle town still remain.

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.25

Old-style martial arts (Miyagi and Fukushima edition)

[Miyagi and Fukushima Edition] Valuable old-style martial arts from the six Tohoku prefectures! Numerous unique techniques are still handed down...

It is self-evident that the samurai's duty was to fight, and for this reason, numerous martial arts have been devised and refined throughout history. In ancient times, martial arts in general were called "the way of archery and horseback riding," and the art of archery and horseback riding was...

Korok with a swordKorok with a sword2025.11.21

Did you know? Fukushima is constantly creating new local specialties! 3 recommendations [Fukushima Prefecture]

Tohoku is full of delicious foods! Fukushima Prefecture also has many delicious foods, such as peaches and sake, that can be proudly presented both nationally and internationally. While these classic specialties are wonderful, there are also many unique foods...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.19

Tomb of Gamo Ujisato (Five-ringed Pagoda)

A Christian and one of the "Seven Philosophers of Rikyu" | The grave of the multifaceted Gamo Ujisato [Fukuoka]

Zuiunzan Kotokuji Temple, located in Sakaemachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, is an ancient temple belonging to the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. Within its grounds lies the tomb of Gamou Ujisato, a Sengoku period feudal lord who laid the foundations of Aizu.

AoiwaAoiwa2025.11.15

A taste review of "Miso-pickled Cream Cheese," a delicious snack to enjoy with local sake...

When it comes to snacks that go perfectly with local sake, it's best to find them locally! Fukushima Prefecture is home to many highly acclaimed sakes. We'll introduce you to some of the region's finest snacks to pair with these delicious drinks...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.13

When you think of yakiniku, you think of mutton, right?! Exploring the mutton food culture of Tadami Town [Fukushima Prefecture...

Yakiniku is delicious any time of the year. What kind of meat do you like? Beef, pork, chicken, mutton...huh, mutton? In fact, there are areas in Fukushima Prefecture where mutton is synonymous with yakiniku...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.06

A mystical power spot with a series of torii gates! Introducing Takayashiki Inari Shrine [Fukushima Prefecture]...

The rows of red torii gates create a mystical sight. This time, we will introduce Takayashiki Inari Shrine in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. Not only is the scenery beautiful, but Takayashiki Inari Shrine is also an exceptional power spot with miraculous powers...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.10.31

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