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Let's go see the natural Akita cedars [2] A forest of natural Akita cedars with giant trees over 200 years old

In "Let's go see natural Akita cedars" [1], we introduced some representative old Akita cedar trees and the natural forests where they grow. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely walk along well-maintained trails...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2025.09.16

Let's go see the natural Akita cedars [1] The striking natural Akita cedars

Cedar is a tree native to Japan, and fossils dating back approximately 5.3 million years have been discovered in Akita Prefecture. Archaeological excavations have since revealed that humans used cedar trees during the early Jomon period.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2025.09.11

All you need is this to make your meal delicious! Aizu Tenpo's "Okazu Miso" series [Fukuoka...

Each prefecture in the Tohoku region has a wide variety of foods that go well with rice, known as "rice accompaniments." This time, we'll be introducing the Aizu Tenpo "Okazu Miso" series. This dish features a rich miso paste and plenty of ingredients...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.09.10

Panda but isn't Panda? Sweet and melting pure white soul food! Famous sweets "Kumata...

Kumata Pan is a famous confectionery that has been handed down since ancient times in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. The name is "pan", but it is actually a Japanese sweet. It has an impactful pure white look and has a long history, making it one of the best local sweets...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.06.17

[Iwate Prefecture] Enjoy soft serve ice cream from the northern Sanriku coast while experiencing the sea breeze! Roadside station...

On the Sanriku Coast, due to the recovery from the earthquake, the Sanriku Coast Road was completed as a bypass for National Route 45, but while it has become more convenient to travel, it is said that more cars have passed through the city. There, on the coast...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.06.12

Kanegasaki Herbal Sake Brewery - Barrel Aging ONI no amaro KZ

Departs from Kanegazakicho! "Barcage aged ONI no ama" made from Iwate rice shochu and Japanese ingredients.

ONI no amaro KZ, a traditional performing arts that is passed down mainly in Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture, has a huge impact on the label of the Oni Kenbai, a herb wine that has a huge impact...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.06.04

Shimanuki kokeshi can 00

Shimanuki's "Kokeshi Can" is a gift for Sendai that will appeal to the hearts of the collection...

When it comes to souvenirs for travel, food is the best. In Sendai, there are many options, such as "beef tongue", "sasa kamaboko", and "hagi no Tsuki". However, surprisingly, the souvenirs that remain in shape are surprisingly unfolding. ...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.28

The highest level of natto consumption in the country! Introducing recommended natto selected by local children [Fukushima...

Natto is a classic rice accompaniment. It is delicious and has a good nutritional balance, so many households probably keep it on hand. Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture has a large amount of natto consumption...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.04.14

Kinoshita koma

Kinoshitakoma - One of Japan's three major pieces, originating from the wooden horse shape hanging on the chest of a present horse...

Along with Hachimanuma in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture and Miharukoma in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a local toy called Kinoshitakoma, which is one of the "three greatest komas in Japan" in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. What is Kinoshitakoma? Kinoshita pieces (Kinoshita pieces) are...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.11

The expression of the samun kokeshi

Sakunami Kokeshi - developed in Sakunami Onsen in Sendai and has a history of over 150 years...

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...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.08

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