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[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Miyagi] The majesty of the Date clan and music filling the streets

Miyagi Prefecture's major autumn festivals include the annual festival of Osaki Hachimangu Shrine, the main shrine of the Sendai domain, which had a fiefdom of 620,000 koku. Other famous festivals include the festival of Masamune Date of Mt. Iwate, where the domain's founder, Masamune Date, had his base before founding Sendai.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.08.27

[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Yamagata Edition] Enjoy Yamagata's delicious autumn festivals!

When asked, "What is the first festival that comes to mind when thinking of Yamagata Prefecture?", many people would probably answer the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival, which is held every year from August 5th to 7th. There are many summer festivals in Yamagata Prefecture, but...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.08.21

Miyagi's local natto

From north to south! 7 local natto varieties from Miyagi Prefecture that you can buy at supermarkets! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Natto is a processed food that is easily available, packed with nutrition, and is a must-have for many people in the morning! While many people in western Japan are said to dislike it, many people from the Tohoku region seem to like it...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.08.20

Koriyama brand vegetables [Sasuke eggplant and Mankichidon]

What are Koriyama brand vegetables? [Sasuke Eggplant - Mankichidon Edition] We cooked and tried them! [Fukuoka...

Did you know that Koriyama City in Fukushima Prefecture has vegetables called "Koriyama Brand Vegetables"? These distinctive vegetables, unique to Koriyama and grown with the aim of establishing a brand, are not just ordinary vegetables...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.08.15

miso

Exploring the culture of miso! Introducing recommended miso and local dishes [Fukushima Prefecture]

Fukushima Prefecture is blessed with a harsh natural environment, and various food cultures have developed in different regions to suit the local climate. However, one thing that is common throughout the prefecture is the love of miso. The seasoning...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.08.13

[Fukushima Prefecture] Introducing recommended "experience spots" for summer! Create special memories...

The blazing sun and clear blue skies. The sparkling scenery makes you feel excited. The special feeling of summer is the same for both children and adults. Let's enjoy summer to the fullest...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.08.06

"Monaka" opens in Sakanamachi, central Morioka! Come meet Mona!.

On July 11, 2024, a new commercial complex called "monaka" opened at the entrance to the Sakanamachi Arcade in Morioka City. The complex has one basement floor and four above-ground floors. "monaka"...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.19

[Fukushima Prefecture] Experience an amazing peach experience! Locals recommend direct sales stores and varieties

Peaches are a popular specialty of Fukushima Prefecture. In recent years, they have been featured frequently in the media and have become a nationally renowned brand fruit. Peaches are a unique food...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.07.18

Nakaniita Cutlery - Upcycled Knives from Automobile Scrap

Toyota Motor Corporation is working to create new value! Automobile scrap wood is being transformed into traditional crafts...

Toyota Motor Corporation is one of Japan's leading companies. Many Miyagi residents know that it has a huge factory in Ohira Village, from which "Made in Miyagi" cars are shipped all over Japan.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.07.12

"Yakisoba Bagoong" is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions

Why is Yakisoba Bagoong so popular in Tohoku? A look into this local soul food

One of the things that surprises people living in Tohoku when they travel outside the prefecture is that Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold anywhere in the country. In fact, Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold nationwide, and is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.27

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