Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
This site is a web media that delivers all kinds of trivia, from sightseeing and gourmet spots in the six Tohoku prefectures to local, customs, and history.
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
  • Home
  • Tohoku gourmet
    • local cuisine
    • recipe
    • meal
    • ingredients
    • sake
    • drink
  • Tohoku tourist destinations
    • Scenic spots
    • Power spot
    • facility
    • hot spring
    • historic site
    • experience
    • traffic
  • Tohoku things
    • souvenir
    • Traditional crafts
    • food
    • tohoku brand
    • seasoning
  • Tohoku events
    • sea ​​bathing
    • festival
    • Limited time event
    • firework
    • Cherry-blossom viewing
    • autumn leaves
  • Tohoku mystery
    • history
    • Tradition/Customs
    • traditional events
    • folk performing arts
    • folk beliefs
    • urban legend
    • great man
  • Local stories from Tohoku
  • Japanese

Tohoku mystery

  • HOME
  • Home
  • Tohoku mystery
Fukushima warriors

Three of the most powerful warlords of the Sengoku period in Fukushima Prefecture! Ashinamori, Soma Yoshitane, Tamura Kiyotaka

During the Sengoku period, Fukushima Prefecture was divided into three regions, just as it is today: Kaido (Hamadori), Sendai (Nakadori), and Aizu, where feudal lords and local lords fought for power. These local lords...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.06.09

Statue of the White Tigers of Mt. Imori

[Fukushima Prefecture during the Boshin War] What were the decisions of Aizu, Shirakawa, Tanagura, Nihonmatsu...and other domains?

During the Boshin War, many tragic stories have been told about the Aizu Domain, which was considered the enemy of the Imperial Court. However, in Fukushima Prefecture, other domains also opposed the government army as alliances of the feudal domains, including Nihonmatsu, Shirakawaguchi, Hamadori...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.06.07

Yamagata warriors

Three Sengoku warlords from Yamagata Prefecture! Mogami Yoshimitsu, Naoe Kanetsu, Shimura Mitsuyasu

During the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, a major battle known as the Keicho Dewa War took place in Yamagata Prefecture. The battle was fought between the Mogami forces of the Eastern Army, based at Yamagata Castle, and the Uesugi forces of Aizu and Yonezawa, who supported the Western Army.

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.06.02

The tiles in the arcade in front of Sendai Station reveal the remains of a waterway from the Edo period?.

The Sendai Station Shopping Arcade is a popular tourist spot with many people coming and going. However, there is a mystery about this shopping arcade that is not well known even among Miyagi residents. That mystery is the "pattern of the arcade tiles"...

HiroyukiOkaHiroyukiOka2022.06.01

[Yamagata Prefecture] Why did “Shogi” become a specialty in Tendo City? Explore the origin and history!

Yamagata Prefecture is a place full of charm, with hot springs, fruits, and ramen. One of the attractions is "Tendo City Shogi." However, although I have a vague image of shogi, why is it famous?

HiroyukiOkaHiroyukiOka2022.05.30

What an anecdote came from Lake Inawashiro's "Ojima"? [Fukushima Prefecture]

Lake Inawashiro is a famous tourist spot in Fukushima Prefecture. Many people have probably heard of it. In fact, there is an island called Okinajima within Lake Inawashiro, and it is home to a mysterious anecdote...

HiroyukiOkaHiroyukiOka2022.05.29

Akita's warrior

Three Sengoku warlords from Akita Prefecture! Ando Aiki, Tozawa Moriyasu, Onodera Keido

During the Sengoku period, Akita Prefecture was a place of many warlords, with the influence of the central government's leaders Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu all intertwined in a complex way. Among them, there was one man who expanded his territory and was highly regarded for his wisdom and bravery...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.05.26

The cat festival for cat lovers, "Nekozuka Kofun Cat Festival" and the legend of cats [Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture]

Do you all know? The Nekozuka Kofun Cat Festival is held every year in Wakabayashi Ward, Sendai City. Sorry, to be honest, I didn't know about it. It really happens that Sendai's history, traditions, legends, etc.

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.05.21

Miyagi warrior

Three warlords from Miyagi Prefecture in the Sengoku period! Date Masamune, Katakura Kagetsuna, Itoshimi

During the Sengoku period, Miyagi Prefecture was a situation where local lords and other indigenous people were fighting against each other during the Kamakura period when they were given territory by the shogunate. Among them, Date, who grew his power, said that the 14th generation of Shumune and Harumune from the 15th generation were "...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2022.05.19

rich man

What is "Danburi Choja"? A detailed explanation of the folk tales that became the name of sweet potato shochu [Akita Prefecture]

In May 2021, the Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition (TWSC) 202 is a distilled liquor competition for the sweet potato shochu "Danburi Choja," manufactured and sold by Akita Prefecture Fermentation Industry Co., Ltd.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.18

  • 
  • 1
  • …
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • …
  • 41
  • 
24h ranking
Recommended articles
  • [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture] Is Iwakiyama Shrine the strongest power spot in Aomori? Actually go and check...
  • Due to a strange fate, the people from the Sendai domain were the first to travel around the world in Japan [Miya...
  • Futakuchi forest road (view from Yamagata side)
    [Miyagi Prefecture - Yamagata Prefecture] The only road that directly connects Sendai City and Yamagata City is the "Rindo Futakuchi Line"...
  • Sabako Shrine (Iizaka Onsen)
    Iizaka Onsen is a hot and famous hot spring that Matsuo Basho also loved! Introducing recommended public baths and inns [...
  • What day is it today? Tohoku Edition [0124]
    [What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is January 24th?
  • Rokugo Kamakura: Two groups of soldiers holding long bamboo clash to pray for a bountiful harvest
Search articles by keyword
pick up
  • [Aomori Prefecture] From grain-based Edo culture to original cuisine! Born in Aomori...
  • Morioka cold noodles①
    [Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Must-see soul food “Morioka Reimen”! History, recommended stores,...
  • 5 local sake selections from Fukushima | Introducing sake recommended as souvenirs and gifts for loved ones
  • Is Aomori red rice sweet and pink? Introducing the reasons, origin and two types of red rice recipes
  • Inaniwa udon
    [Akita] Full of attractive food and sightseeing! Yokote & Yuzawa area
  • craft beer
    [Craft beer from Akita Prefecture] 5 local beers that you can enjoy unique flavors!
  • What is B-grade gourmet food "Namie Yakisoba"? A local flavor full of strength [Fukushima Prefecture]
  • craft beer
    [Craft beer in Yamagata Prefecture] 7 local beers from the Fruit Kingdom! Cherries and apples...
  • Oku no Hosomichi 4
    [Series: Tracing the narrow path of the depths ④] Arriving at Hiraizumi, the Pure Land of the three generations of Fujiwara Basho, a dream of Basho
  • Yoshitsune Minamoto
    "The ruins of dreams for summer grass and soldiers," Takadate, the land where Minamoto Yoshitsune was over [Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture]
  • Nagai, the former Yonezawa domain boat transport town that flourished through the Mogami River [Yamagata Prefecture]
  • Iwate Senbero
    Introducing Senbero Bars in Hanamaki, Kitakami, Oshu, and Ichinoseki connected by the Tohoku Shinkansen! [...
  • Dance of Ennen "Young Woman and Priest"
    What is Ennen, a precious performing art that only a few remain in the modern era? | Mōtsu-ji Temple's Ennen Dance [...
  • deer dance
    Date and the Southern folk entertainment "Shika Dance" | Local report on Sasara Hall's closure project [Iwate Prefecture]
  • Does it last from late at night until morning? Kuroishiji Somin Festival, one of Japan's three great festivals [Iwate Prefecture]
  • Aomori Fish Came Center is the original Aomori specialty bowl of rice bowls! Let's head to the ocean of food!
[Yamagata Prefecture] What is Hanagasa Ondo? Details from overview to interesting episodes...
[Akita Prefecture] What is Hirafuku Hyakuho? Detailed information on works and places where they can be viewed
It's been three years since the first time in action! Akita Kanto Festival 2022! Introducing highlights [Akita Prefecture]
Kurokawa Noh
Kurokawa Noh is a ritual that has been developed independently by farmers for 500 years [...
What is the Soma Daisaku incident? Tsugaru Domain lord, a Nanbu Domain samurai who is also considered to be the chushingura of Michinoku...
[Part 1] Japan's first nautical chart "Kamaishi Port Picture of Rikuchukushi" and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture]
Giant Akita dog at Akita Station
[JR East Pass Trip: Part 2 of Day 1] Walking around Akita City on the first day and offering a delicious...
[Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture] If you want to experience the traditions of Hirosaki, go to Tsugaru Domain Neputa Village!
[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Yamagata Edition] Enjoy Yamagata's delicious autumn festival!
A wonderful garden can be seen from the tatami room of Torigata Kaikan (former Torigata landlord's house) ©Odate City
Historic buildings in Odate City, sparing the war caused by the Boshin War [Akita Prefecture]
Old skin illustration
What is Ubaku? A detailed introduction to Yamagata's folk tales that were also broadcast in Manga Japanese Folklore.
[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Autumn festival season has arrived! Autumn harvest is delicious! ...
The cat festival for cat lovers, "Nekozuka Kofun Cat Festival" and the legend of cats [Miyagi Prefecture...
Shiwa Inari Shrine, which is one of Japan's three major Inari shrines, is one of the most powerful powerhouses in Iwate Prefecture...
It's fun to learn about accents and local words! "...
Search by keyword
Search articles by prefecture
  • Aomori Prefecture
  • Iwate Prefecture
  • Akita Prefecture
  • Miyagi Prefecture
  • Yamagata Prefecture
  • Fukushima Prefecture
Recommended categories
  • festival
  • Traditional crafts
  • Power spot
  • urban legend
  • sake
  • B-class gourmet
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
  • About this site
  • Operating company
  • privacy policy
  • inquiry
  • Japanese

Copyright © 2026 Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT. All Rights Reserved.