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Tsugaru Kokeshi's expression

Tsugaru Kokeshi – The youngest of the 12 species, the traditional kokeshi originating from the Taisho period [Aomori Prefecture]

Kokeshi is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.12.25

The expression on the elbow robbing

Hibiori Kokeshi – Following the Naruko style and Togata style, it developed at "Hibiori Onsen"...

Kokeshi is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.12.12

Miharukoma

Miharukoma - A local toy with the legendary legend of Sakanoue Tamuramaro [Fuku...

Nishida-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture. During the feudal era, there was a village called Takashiba Village in the Miharu Domain, and there is a local toy called "Miharukoma", which is one of Japan's three major pieces. Miharukoma...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.12.02

The simplicity is irresistible! Getting to the appeal of "Tsugaru Kanayamayaki" [Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture]

Have you heard of the pottery called "Tsugaru Kanayamayaki" made in the Goshogawara field of Tsugaru? It is highly regarded within Japan, and in recent years its appeal has been spreading overseas as well. In this article, we will introduce Tsugaru Kanayama...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.11.27

Zao Takayu Kokeshi's expression

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

Kokeshi is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.11.26

The expression of the southern kokeshi

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

Kokeshi is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

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 is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

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 is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.16

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

As of 2024, Fukushima Prefecture has 35 road stations, each with a unique personality and appealing to passengers who drive. Of these, there are accommodations similar to hotels within the facility...

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 to the recent warming boom, there are probably more people who consciously take ginger and those who feel love for the taste of ginger. A versatile seasoning that captures the hearts of ginger lovers: "Good..."

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2024.10.09

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