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Purslane (Leopard)

Is Yamagata Prefecture's mysterious food ingredient "Hyou" a vegetable? Or a weed? Its true identity is "purslane"!

There is a food ingredient that was once featured on a TV program and became a hot topic. It was called "hyo" (in the local dialect). The program was surprised to hear that "Yamagata residents eat weeds." It's true that it's a familiar food...

ikokeikoke2022.05.10

[Miyagi Prefecture] The setting for the novel and film "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik"...

The novel "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" has become a hot topic as it has been adapted into a film. Since it is set in Sendai, viewers are sure to be wondering, "Where is that scene?".

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.29

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] 5 recommended study spots for exams and qualifications!

There are times when you find yourself lazing around at home or wanting to study in a focused environment. So, this time we'll introduce some recommended study spaces in Sendai City that are perfect for students and working professionals studying for qualifications...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.17

YouTube

[Miyagi] Who are the popular local YouTubers based in Sendai? Introducing recommended videos

Recently, the genres of YouTubers have become more diverse, but local YouTubers who post videos that invigorate local areas cover a wide variety of local topics every day and contribute to regional revitalization...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.04.03

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The once-disappeared flavor is back! The miracle of Fukushima's soul food, "Toten" [Fukushima Prefecture]

One of Fukushima's most popular products is "Toten." This satisfying snack was hugely popular, but it suddenly disappeared from the market in 2019. However, there are still people hoping for its revival...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.01.31

[Akita Prefecture] What is the Great Akita? Details of the masterpiece that is still loved 50 years after its premiere...

On November 25, 2018, the "Great Akita Tokyo Concert 2018" was held at the Bunkyo Civic Hall, Hibiki-no-Mori Public Hall. This year marked the 50th anniversary of the premiere...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.25

Is it true that the governor of Akita Prefecture is a feudal lord? Here are all the stories behind his beloved status! [Akita Prefecture]

Despite his busy schedule with official duties, Takahisa Satake, the 21st head of the Satake Kita family, never misses the opportunity to attend the traditional "Yama-Gyoji" festival in Kakunodate, his hometown, in Akita Prefecture.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.24

[Akita Prefecture] What is the Hometown Examination? A local examination filled with love for one's hometown...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.24

[Akita Prefecture] What are the most popular onigiri fillings? Introducing limited edition convenience store onigiri

In commemoration of Onigiri Day on June 18, 2020, the Onigiri Association released a survey on convenience store onigiri popularity in 2020. The survey revealed that 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, and...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.23

The longest school song in Japan: A detailed explanation of the song of Daisen Municipal Omagari Junior High School [Akita Prefecture]

The school song of Daisen City Omagari Junior High School was featured on Nippon Television's popular program "Monday Late Night" broadcast on October 11, 2021, as "the longest school song in Japan," and has been a hot topic on Twitter...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.10

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  • [Iwate Prefecture] What is Walnut Tofu? A detailed introduction to why it's loved by locals and how to make it
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    Exploring the culture of miso! Introducing recommended miso and local dishes [Fukushima Prefecture]
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    What is Inaniwa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon noodles and a specialty of Akita?
  • Is Aomori's red rice sweet and pink? Here's the reason, its origin, and two red rice recipes
  • Aizu bento box lunches are a local dish packed with the delicious flavors of Fukushima! [Fukushima Prefecture]
  • What is the "Kiri Sensho" that pitcher Yusei Kikuchi thought was popular nationwide? [Iwate Prefecture]
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    Delicious and nutritious amazake for the cold season! Introducing Houraiya's flavored amazake [Fukushima Prefecture]...
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    Nostalgic yet new! What kind of bread is Taiyo Pan's "Beta Choco"?.
  • The bitter family feud "Gosannen War" unfolded in the Yokote Basin [Akita Prefecture]
  • 4 Recommended Delicious Home-Roasted Coffee Shops in Morioka! [Iwate Prefecture]
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    Introducing recommended cheap drinking spots on the Senseki Line, from the east exit of Sendai Station to Ishinomaki! [Miyagi Prefecture]
  • [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture] Is Iwakiyama Shrine the most powerful power spot in Aomori? Check it out for yourself!.
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    A god splits the cape in half, along with the whale! "Kamiwarizaki" (Kamiwari Cape), where the legend of the god splits the cape in half (Miyagi Prefecture)
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    Sannai-Maruyama Site, the largest Jomon site in Japan, located in the northernmost part of Honshu [Aomori Prefecture]
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The Hashino Iron Mine, a World Heritage Site in Kamaishi City, Iwate Prefecture, symbolizes Japan's Meiji era industrial revolution.
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The submerged forest at Akiogi Lake can only be seen from May to June! The sight of trees floating on the lake is truly magical...
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Delicious, generous portions, and great value for money! A soba restaurant in Tendo City...
A panoramic view of the Oyasukyo Great Fountain
Koyasu Gorge Geyser | The sight of steam erupting from everywhere is like something out of a movie...
Pencil of Wisdom
A sacred place for students taking exams! Kameoka Monju, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Tohoku [Yamagata Prefecture]
Vajrayana Vairocana Buddha of Dainichi Hall Bugaku
Dainichido Bugaku | Bugaku, a dance with a history of approximately 1,300 years, dating back to the famous monk Gyoki [Autumn...
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[Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture] Abukuma Cave is one of Japan's leading limestone caves! It's a cave that has existed for 80 million years...
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...
Tsugaru Kokeshi dolls at Shin-Aomori Station
[JR East Pass Trip: Day 3] Recharge at home and take a day trip to Aomori...
Autumn is the season for art! Introducing 7 recommended art galleries and museums in Miyagi Prefecture!
Weather forecast for the Tohoku region
How are weather forecasts divided? What are the specific area divisions for the Tohoku region's weather forecast...?.
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...
[Aomori Prefecture] How cold is it in Aomori? Here are some tips to protect yourself from the cold during your winter trip to Aomori!
Kokusekiji Temple Somin Festival: One of Japan's Three Greatest Festivals, Lasting from Late Night to Morning? [Iwa...
Masayuki Hoshina's grave
Was it once known as the Nikko of Tohoku? Tsuchizu Shrine, where the guardian deity of Aizu rests [Fukuoka].
Illustration of Oishigami Pyramid
Is there a pyramid in Aomori Prefecture? What is the Oishigami Pyramid?
Is Japan's Oyu Stone Circle a sacred place from the Jomon period? [Autumn...
Iwatani Juhachiya Kannon, a folk deity's altar, "Onakama" (Collection of Nakayama Town Historical and Folk Museum)
The spirit medium "Onakama" and her head temple "Iwatani Juhachiya" in Yamagata Prefecture...
Three-story pagoda of Akutsu Hachiman Shrine
Despite having the only three-story pagoda in the Okitama region, the history of Akutsu Hachiman Shrine is shrouded in mystery...
The Mogami family crest at the entrance to Kozenji Temple
Kozen, the family temple of Mogami Yoshimitsu, who established the largest territory of the Mogami clan with 570,000 koku of land in Dewa, is located here.
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