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If you try, it will be done. If you don't try, it won't be done. If something doesn't get done, it's because people don't try

A journey unraveling the history of Yonezawa feudal lord Uesugi Yozan: what is the meaning behind the saying "If you try, you can do it"?.

One of the most important figures in the history of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, is Uesugi Yozan. To this day, he is affectionately and respectfully referred to as Lord Yozan. In this article, we will explore who Uesugi Yozan was...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.01

Iizaka Town's "Uso Kae Festival" - A festival to turn misfortune into lies [Fukushima Prefecture]

Takahata Tenmangu Shrine, located in Iizaka-cho, Fukushima City, in northern Fukushima Prefecture, holds the "Usokae Festival" twice a year. It is held with the hope that all misfortunes will be turned into lies and turned into good things. Only at the Usokae Festival can you get...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.11

Akabeko

Learn about the meaning and painting of the Aizu local toy "Akabeko" as a lucky charm [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is one of Fukushima Prefecture's most famous local toys. It has long been loved as a traditional lucky charm and as a character representing Fukushima Prefecture. In recent years, Akabeko has...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.06

The story of charcoal burner Tota, a reverse Cinderella story from the Heian period, passed down in Kannari, Kurihara city...

Located in northern Miyagi Prefecture, on the border with Iwate Prefecture, there is a place called "Kanari" in Kurihara City. It is said that gold dust was mined in the Natsukawa River that flows through this area, and the charcoal maker "Sumi-yaki Tota" (Sumi-yaki Tota) was named after the place name.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.11.04

Brothers Iwajiro and Iwasaburo

The legend of the demon-slaying brothers Iwajiro and Iwasaburo of Akiu Onsen (Miyagi Prefecture)

Akiu Onsen, located in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, has long been loved by people as a hot spring town with beautiful autumn foliage. The area stretches from Akiu to the borders of Iwate and Akita prefectures to the north, and to the Ou Mountains of Tochigi prefecture to the south...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.11.02

Kokusekiji Somin Festival, one of Japan's three most unusual festivals, lasts from late into the night until the morning (Iwate Prefecture)

There are many winter festivals in Tohoku, but one that stands out among them and has a long history is the Kokusekiji Somin Festival, held at Mt. Myoken's Kokusekiji Temple in Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture. It has a long history...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.10.22

[Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture] If you want to experience the traditions of Hirosaki, head to Tsugaru Domain Neputa Village!

The most famous festival in Aomori is, of course, the Nebuta festival. In the summer, various shouts liven up the towns at night all over the prefecture. But take a closer look at the Nebuta Festival map...

Chimon2018.09.25

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Chidokan Domain School and Chido Museum are the best spots for historical dramas in the Shonai region! [Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture]

Chidokan is the only remaining domain school in the Tohoku region. Students could learn the contents of what is currently taught at elementary school through graduate school. The buildings on the grounds are open to the public. Audio guidance is available...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.09.20

Sendai City Museum

[Miyagi] Visit the Sendai City Museum to see the rarest documents from the Date clan!

The Sendai City Museum is located on the site of the Sannomaru bailey of Sendai Castle. It displays a wide range of materials related to Sendai's history, art, and culture. It also features cultural artifacts donated by the Sendai Date clan, descendants of the famous Date Masamune.

Chimon2018.09.16

Rocket at Kakuda City Space Tower Cosmo House

Southern Miyagi Prefecture is full of history and science and technology! Introducing the highlights of Shiroishi and Kakuta!

Southern Miyagi Prefecture is a city of history and the future. Shiroishi, the center of power of the Date clan, the feudal lord of Sendai, ruled by Katakura Kojuro, is home to numerous historic buildings, while Kakuda City is home to some amazing sci-fi-esque buildings...

Chimon2018.09.11

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