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A former secretary chooses it! Five souvenirs from Iwate Prefecture that are truly delicious!

Iwate Prefecture, a treasure trove of ingredients blessed with majestic nature, offers many delicious souvenirs. You may be wondering which one to choose. Five really delicious souvenirs from Iwate "Really...

nakanaka2022.06.19

What is the "Devil Corps Village" that actually existed in the Meiji period? Iwate Prefecture, which explores the legend and true identity of demons.

Have you ever heard of the name "Onishigaimura"? It was once the setting of the novel "Murder in the Devil's Corpses" (published in 1998, written by Yoshimura Tatsuya, Kadokawa Haruki Office)...

nakanaka2022.06.15

[Iwate Prefecture] Let's make a pilgrimage to the spots that appear in the anime "Haikyu!!"!

Haikyu!! has been made into an anime and is still a huge fan. If you fall in love with it, it's a must-have to take a pilgrimage to the place you've modeled on. So, in this article, we will introduce Haikyu!!'s...

HiroyukiOkaHiroyukiOka2022.05.31

Morioka cold noodles①

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Must-see soul food “Morioka Reimen”! History, recommended stores,...

This time we will explore the theme of Iwate Prefecture's soul food, Morioka Cold Noodles. Cold noodles are now a standard menu item not only in Iwate Prefecture, but also at yakiniku restaurants across the country. Its origins, recommended restaurants, cold noodles at home...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.05.28

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I want to enjoy the "sweet fat" brand pork "Shirakane Pork"! 【rock...

Do you know about "Hakkinton"? Shirokane pig is a brand pig raised in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. The sweet fat, fine meat quality, and moderate tenderness make it popular among professional chefs...

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.04.30

Iwate warriors

Three Sengoku warlords from Iwate Prefecture! Nanbu Harumasa, Nanbu Nobunao, Kunohe Masami

If you ask, "Do you know about the Sengoku warlords associated with Iwate Prefecture?", most people will answer "I don't know." However, even if there are no warlords who are popular nationwide, they should be more appreciated...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.04.26

Iwate Deer Dance

What is deer dance? Introduce detailed information from the features to episodes that make dancing even more fun [Iwa...

Folklore performing arts passed down in various parts of Japan vary in different regions, but Shishiodori, which is widely used in Iwate Prefecture, is one of these folk performing arts. In this article, we will introduce more about deer dance...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.04.09

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What is the "Yamasoshi Stone" a folk tale that is passed down in Hiraizumi? The setting of the story is also detailed [Iwate Prefecture]

Have you heard of the folk tale of "Yamafushi Stone" set in the basin of the Togawachi River that flows through Hiraizumi? This article introduces the synopsis of the Yamabushi stones, as well as the Otoko Falls (Kotoga Falls) and Onna Falls (Biwaga Falls) that still remain on the Togawachi River...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.03.31

[Tono, Iwate Prefecture] “Tono Monogatari no Yakata” allows you to experience old tales for yourself! Rent the hometown of monsters...

This time, we will mainly introduce Toono's Monogatari Mansion, a spot that represents Tono, famous as the home of monsters. It is a place where you can see and touch and hear many stories, including Tono Monogatari, and enjoy. ...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2022.03.18

[Iwate Prefecture] 3 Restaurants Where You Can Enjoy the Charm of Nanbu Ironware and Gourmet Food Made with Nanbu Ironware!

Nanbu ironware has been made since ancient times in Morioka City and Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture. The tasteful surface pattern and high functionality make it attracting attention not only in Japan but also overseas. In this article...

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.03.03

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