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Nezumigaseki, one of the three ancient barriers of Oshu, crossed by Minamoto no Yoshitsune and Matsuo Basho (Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture)

Nezugaseki (also known as Nenjugaseki or Nezugaseki) was a crossing point between the Tohoku region (Emishi), which the Yamato court had not yet controlled, and the Kanto and Hokuriku regions, during the Ritsuryo period (Asuka to Heian periods).

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.03.08

The gorgeous Noheji Gion Festival and Noheji, a port of call for Kitamaebune ships (Aomori Prefecture)

Noheji Town in Aomori Prefecture is a port town located at the base of the Shimokita Peninsula, at the very innermost part of Mutsu Bay, between the Tsugaru and Shimokita Peninsulas. "Noheji" comes from the Ainu language, meaning "nuppet" (river flowing through a field).

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.03.06

[Aomori Prefecture] Let's go on a trip to see clay figurines! Introducing the highlights and spots!

When you think of Aomori Prefecture, many people think of apples, the Nebuta Festival, tuna, and the Seikan Tunnel. However, few people may associate "Dogu" with Aomori Prefecture. In fact...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2023.03.02

[Fukushima Prefecture] 5 Famous Waters of Fukushima! Delicious Waters Supporting the Reconstruction of "Fukushima Beautiful...".

Fukushima Prefecture is home to seven of the "100 Famous Mountains of Japan," including Mount Bandai. Although it is the largest prefecture among the six Tohoku prefectures, most of its land is covered with untouched forests, including the Ou Mountains, Echigo Mountains, and Abukuma Highlands.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.03.01

[Yamagata Prefecture] 3 Famous Springs in Yamagata Prefecture! Yamagata Prefecture is blessed with springs of water created by snow, mountains, and forests

Yamagata Prefecture, home to many famous mountains such as Mount Chokai, Mount Zao, and the Dewa Sanzan (Mount Gassan, Mount Haguro, and Mount Yudono), boasts the largest area of ​​natural beech forests in Japan, and its mountains and forests endure the heavy snowfall...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.02.24

Doll's Festival

Yamagata is awash with Hina dolls! From ancient Hina dolls to Kyoto Hina dolls and hanging Hina dolls from all over Yamagata...

March is the month of the Doll Festival in Japan, an annual festival to pray for the healthy growth of girls. In Yamagata Prefecture, dolls are displayed for a month, from around March 3rd on the modern calendar until April 3rd on the lunar calendar...

ikokeikoke2023.02.23

[Akita Prefecture] Four Famous Springs in Akita Prefecture and the Araya Springs in Akita City! Delicious rice and local sake...

Akita Prefecture is known for its delicious rice and sake, but delicious spring water springs up all over the prefecture. The prefecture is surrounded on three sides by the Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Site in the north and the Wagayama Mountains, which form part of the Ou Mountains in the east.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.02.22

[Aomori Prefecture] 8 Famous Springs in Aomori Prefecture! A treasure trove of refreshing spring water nurtured by the blue forests!

Aomori Prefecture is home to many historic springs, many of which are beloved by local residents for their drinking water. In the Tsugaru region in particular, spring water is called "shitsuko" (clear water) in the Tsugaru dialect.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.02.20

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] Restoration of damaged Date Masamune equestrian statue is scheduled to be completed in late March

The equestrian statue of Date Masamune is a symbol of Sendai, having watched over the City of Trees from Mount Aoba for many years. It was severely damaged in the March 2022 earthquake that measured a seismic intensity of 6+ in Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2023.02.10

[Iwate Prefecture] 7 Famous Waters in Iwate Prefecture! Sweetfish and salmon swim upstream in the famous waters that flow through the city!

Iwate Prefecture has the largest watershed in Tohoku and is home to the Kitakami River system, which is rich in water. Furthermore, there are many mountain forests that serve as water sources, making it an area rich in water resources. Morioka City, the prefectural capital, is particularly known for its "famous water sources.".

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.27

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