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"Takekimi," a brand of corn from Aomori Prefecture

Enjoy Aomori's famous "Takekimi" corn! Discover its seasonality, delicious ways to eat it, and even try it in soft-serve ice cream...

Aomori's prized specialty, "Dakekimi" corn, captivates many with its sweetness and rich flavor. This article will explore ways to enjoy Dakekimi even more, and discuss the seasonal taste...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.08.29

[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

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  • Akebia fruit
    Over 90% of Akebia in Japan is produced in Tohoku! One of the autumn flavors, "Akebia" [Yamagata/Akita]
  • Perfect as a souvenir! What is "Sendai Naganasu Pickle"? Where to buy it [Miyagi Prefecture]
  • Hachinohe rice cracker soup
    There's a rice cracker made just for senbei soup! It's called "Otsuyu Senbei" [Aomori Prefecture]
  • Fukushima boasts the highest natto consumption in Japan! Introducing the locals' top picks for natto...
  • What is Towada Barayaki? Introducing the store where it originated and the recipe [Aomori Prefecture]
  • Nanbu Toji Sake
    The History of Nanbu Toji and 5 Representative Sake Breweries - Iwate's Sake-Making Masters
  • [Fukushima Prefecture] Eating horse sashimi with mustard miso is the Fukushima way! Perfect as a side dish with rice...
  • Craft beer
    [Craft Beer in Aizu and Southern Fukushima Prefecture] 4 Selections from Long-Established to New Breweries!
  • Three UNESCO cultural heritage sites: "Dainichido Bugaku," "Hanawa Bayashi," and "Kemonai Bon Odori"...
  • The World of Itako, Female Shamans of Tohoku (Part 3)
    [Part 2] The World of Itako, Traditional Female Shamans of Tohoku | Itako Spells and Tohoku...
  • Hamayuri
    The legend of the once-existent express train "Rikuchu" and its extremely complicated operation...
  • Tohoku region license plates
    Including local license plates, there are a total of 16 types! A map showing the distribution of license plates in the Tohoku region!
  • Plaque of Araki Shrine
    Aizu-Wakamatsu is home to ancient ruins and the Arahaba Shrine, which is associated with Minamoto no Yoshiie...
  • Japan's northernmost private railway, the Tsugaru Railway: Discover the charms of the railway line...
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  • Giant Akita dog at Akita Station
    [JR East Japan Pass Trip: Day 1, Part 2] First day's accommodation: A stroll around Akita City and some delicious local sake...
  • The "Great Stone of Arahabaki-no-Okami" at Tannaiyama Shrine
    Tannaiyama Shrine | A shrine dedicated to the ancient Japanese animism, with a massive rock bearing the sacred object of worship of the great deity Arahaba-ki...
  • "NIKAHO LOOKBOOK" / © Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture
    A tour of the filming locations for the live-action movie "Look Back." Nikaho City in Akita Prefecture is hosting the "NIKAHO LOOK...".
  • Documentary film "Soumatou" © Itaru Matsui
    A film about life in Okugawa, Nishiaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture. A documentary born from the residents' feelings...
The gate of Yokoyama Fudoson
Is one of Japan's three Fudo temples in Miyagi Prefecture? Tome City's Shirauosan Daitokuji Temple and Yokoyama Fudo...
Sea of ​​clouds and Mt. Iwate seen from Hachimantai
Is Hachimantai the table mountain of Tohoku? A high-altitude landscape woven from volcanoes and wetlands...
Shiogama Shrine's Hote Festival
Hote Festival | A fire prevention ritual with a history of over 300 years, held at Shiogama Shrine...
Plaque on the torii gate of Arahagihaba Shrine (Tagajo City)
Arahagihaba Shrine in Tagajo | The Tagajo government office built to repel the Emishi (indigenous people of northern Japan)...
Statue of Kimiyuki Sanada Yukimura
Three historical sites connected to the Date clan's vanguard, "Oni Kojuro," Katakura Shigenaga, and Sanada Yukimura...
Mitsuishi Shrine
A rock with a demon's hand in it? Mitsuishi Shrine, where Iwate's roots are woven. (Iwate Prefecture)
Special Junmai sake "Kawaguchi Natto"
Sake with a natto label, which is supposed to be taboo for sake breweries? A collaborative product from companies in the same region...
The legendary pyramid that lies dormant in Kazuno City is called Kuromanta! [Akita Prefecture]
Katanuma
What is Katanuma? | A lake in the Naruko Onsen area with extremely high acidity, where even fish cannot live...
Dog siblings
Did you know they have five siblings? Sobacchi and Wankokyo, the local mascots of Iwate...
Fire Prevention Tiger Dance
Fire Prevention Tiger Dance: A traditional performing art that expresses the wish to protect the town from strong winds and fires...
Nishikicho Toramai (Kamaishi City)
Sanriku performing arts come together! Sanriku International Arts Festival 2025 "Kazumu" Photo Le...
red wine
[Yamagata Prefecture] In Yamagata, the wine kingdom of Tohoku, you can visit, experience, and sample wines...
Giant Akita dog at Akita Station
[JR East Japan Pass Trip: Day 1, Part 2] First Day Accommodation: A Stroll Through Akita City and Tasty Food.
Sakaida watershed
To the Sea of ​​Japan? To the Pacific Ocean? The "Sakai-da" water divergence point of the Ou Mountains, visible in the lowlands...
Takakura Shrine (Ouchijuku)
Takakura Shrine, a hidden power spot in Ouchijuku (Fukushima Prefecture)
The facial expressions of Nanbu Kokeshi dolls
Nanbu Kokeshi – A somewhat unusual traditional kokeshi doll characterized by its unpainted finish.
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]
Komainu (guardian lion-dogs) at Ainai Shinmei Shrine
The Arahaba Shrine near "Jusan-minato," the former base of the Abe clan of Oshu [Blue...
Asaka Kunimiyatsuko Shrine
Its history spans 1900 years!? The venerable Asaka no Kuni no Miyatsuko (provincial governor) whose lineage dates back to the time of the Yamato court...
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