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Zao Takayu Kokeshi's expression

Zao Takayu Kokeshi – It developed in Zao Onsen, following the trends of Doyu and Togarida...

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representing the Tohoku region. It is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage existing in every prefecture in Tohoku...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.11.26

The expression of the southern kokeshi

Nanbu Kokeshi – A slightly unusual traditional kokeshi with a distinctive characteristic [Iwate Prefecture]

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representing the Tohoku region. It is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage existing in every prefecture in Tohoku...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.11.08

Nakanosawa Kokeshi's expression

Nakanosawa Kokeshi - A story that develops after breaking from the reputation of being a "part of the Doyu"...

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representing the Tohoku region. It is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage existing in every prefecture in Tohoku...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.29

The expression of the Doyu Kokeshi

Doyu Kokeshi – The birthplace of "Doyu Onsen", which is said to be the birthplace of the three major Kokeshi at Tohoku...

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representing the Tohoku region. It is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage existing in every prefecture in Tohoku...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.16

[Fukushima Prefecture] Let's stay at a roadside station! Introducing roadside stations with accommodation facilities in Fukushima Prefecture!

As of 2024, there are 35 roadside stations in Fukushima Prefecture, each of which is unique and appeals to its features to attract drivers. Among them...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2024.10.15

"Good and ginger!", which is also a hot topic in Kaldi, is a versatile seasoning that can be easily arranged! ...

Due in part to the recent boom in warm-up activities, more and more people are consciously consuming ginger and are loving the taste of ginger. A ginger lover's heart...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2024.10.09

Naruko Kokeshi's expression

Naruko Kokeshi – Traditional Kokeshi developed at Naruko Onsen, the three famous hot springs in Oshu in Miyagi [...

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representing the Tohoku region. It is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage existing in every prefecture in Tohoku...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.08

[Fukushima Prefecture] How about as a souvenir? Peach-flavored sweets and juices typical of Fukushima...

When many people think of Fukushima's specialty products, they probably think of peaches. Fresh and juicy peaches are a summer flavor unique to Fukushima...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2024.10.03

Furukawa's famous dad favorite

Does it have a similar name to that of the national region? "Daddy's favorite" is a delicious sweet made from Furukawa (Miyagi Prefecture)

What product name comes to mind when you think of a delicious and versatile mixed arare that can be used as an snack for alcohol or as a snack for children? Probably many people...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.01

Illustration of cat inari

If you're a cat lover, why not miss out on it? The history of the region traced from "Nobuoyama Neko Inari"...

Do you like cats? Cat-shaped goods and motifs, cat cafes and other cat spots...There are people everywhere in the world...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2024.09.30

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