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What is the Kitamuki Kannon Statue? – Traces of the “Hidden Christians” in Ogatsu, Akita

In the early Edo period, hidden Christians (hidden Christians) were discovered in the Akita domain, and many were martyred. Remains of these remains, such as the Kitamuki Kannon statue and the Christian Martyrs' Memorial, can still be seen in the Ogachi area.

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Torii gate of Kanayama Shrine

Kanayama Shrine (Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture): A shrine dedicated to the protection of the Innai Silver Mine and its prosperity

The Innai district of Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture. This quiet mountain village once flourished as a town connected to the Innai Silver Mine, known as the "largest silver mine in the Orient." Today, the remains of other silver mines are hidden in the mountains...

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Mochi Honzen 03

[Part 2] What is Mochi Honzen in Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi? | Other Honzen dishes and Mochi Honzen...

Examples of Honzen Cuisine That Preserve the Traditions of Honzen Cuisine While slightly off topic from the topic of mochi honzen cuisine itself, here are three examples that also preserve the traditions of honzen cuisine. All of them are examples of traditional culture that values ​​ritual and formality...

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[Part 2] What is "Mochi Honzen" in Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi? | Over 300 varieties! A diverse cuisine...

There are over 300 varieties! Examples of "Cooking Mochi" variations As for the "Cooking Mochi" that is placed at the back left of the Mochi Honzen set, you generally cannot have a refill...

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Mochi Honzen 01

[Part 1] What is Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi's "Mochi Honzen"? | Honzen cuisine made entirely from mochi

As symbolized by the word "omotenashi," deep consideration and meticulous consideration for others and guests is known as one of the virtues that characterizes Japanese culture.

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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 [...

"Ennen" is a term that may not be familiar to most people. It is a performing art that was performed at temples from the mid-Heian period, but gradually declined around the Muromachi period, and is said to have almost completely disappeared by the Edo period.

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The Legend of Gold in Mutsu Province | The Koganeyama Gold Mine Site in Wakuya Town, said to be Japan's first gold-producing region [Miya...

The official history "Shoku Nihongi" records that in 749 (the 21st year of Tenpyo) during the Nara period, gold dust was presented to the Imperial Court from Mutsu Province. The source of this gold is believed to be Wakuya Town, Toda County, Miyagi Prefecture.

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Old-style martial arts (Miyagi and Fukushima edition)

[Miyagi and Fukushima Edition] Valuable old-style martial arts from the six Tohoku prefectures! Numerous unique techniques are still handed down...

It is self-evident that the samurai's duty was to fight, and for this reason, numerous martial arts have been devised and refined throughout history. In ancient times, martial arts in general were called "the way of archery and horseback riding," and the art of archery and horseback riding was...

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Old-style martial arts (Aomori and Iwate)

[Aomori and Iwate Edition] Valuable old-style martial arts from the six Tohoku prefectures! Numerous unique techniques are still handed down...

It is self-evident that the samurai's duty was to fight, and for this reason, numerous martial arts have been devised and refined throughout history. In ancient times, martial arts in general were called "the way of archery and horseback riding," and the art of archery and horseback riding was...

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Tomb of Gamo Ujisato (Five-ringed Pagoda)

A Christian and one of the "Seven Philosophers of Rikyu" | The grave of the multifaceted Gamo Ujisato [Fukuoka]

Zuiunzan Kotokuji Temple, located in Sakaemachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, is an ancient temple belonging to the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. Within its grounds lies the tomb of Gamou Ujisato, a Sengoku period feudal lord who laid the foundations of Aizu.

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