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A mother polar bear and cub wading in a shallow Arctic pool near rocky terrain.

Introducing the highlights of Oga Aquarium GAO! From the much-talked-about polar bears to popular exhibits, and more...

Oga Aquarium GAO ​​is a popular aquarium located on the coast of the Oga Peninsula, where visitors can enjoy views of the Sea of ​​Japan while seeing fish up close and interacting with seals and sea lions. Last December 4th...

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200 series

Now there are over 85 round trips a day! The story of how the Tohoku Shinkansen became what it is today

The Tohoku Shinkansen, often called the "main artery of Eastern Japan" connecting the Kanto and Tohoku regions, opened its first section on June 23, 1982. At the time of its opening, the Tohoku Shinkansen had different starting and ending points, among other things...

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Close-up of a white fluffy dog ​​with a pink tongue hanging out, smiling at the camera on a neutral background.

Go meet the big, fluffy Akita dogs! [Akita Prefecture, Odate City, Akita City, and other locations]

The Akita Inu, with its large body, round eyes, and curled tail, is a popular Japanese dog breed, alongside the Shiba Inu. It is designated as a Special Natural Monument in Japan...

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Open grassy field with small white flowers and a line of low wooden buildings with metal roofs in the distance under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.

A new landmark in Morioka! A relaxing spot has opened in the heart of the city: "Morioka Central Park Viva Terrace," a group...

The area along the south bank of the Shizukuishi River in Morioka City is called the "Seinan district," and it is a newly developed residential area lined with large shopping centers and roadside stores. Along the Shizukuishi River...

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Inside the Marukan Building's main dining hall

The retro-style "Marukan Building Grand Dining Hall" is a representative gourmet spot in Hanamaki!.

Marukan Building Cafeteria in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, is a large cafeteria that retains a Showa-era retro atmosphere and offers everything you could want. Hanamaki City is also the birthplace of the poet and children's author Kenji Miyazawa, and is now adjacent to...

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Thatched round huts on a green field with a dirt path and a tree-filled background.

[Jomon Period Aomori ③] The lives of the Jomon people nurtured by abundant forests and seas... A population of approximately 9,000...

The Jomon period began over 15,000 years ago during the Ice Age and progressed slowly over approximately 10,000 years. During this time, there was a significant rise in temperature, leading to the extinction of large mammals, but humans...

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Ancient ceramic vessel with a wide perforated rim and tapered body in brown, textured surface.

[Jomon Period Aomori ②] Pottery Tells the Story of the Jomon People's Lives...The Beginning of Interaction as Seen in Patterns

The long Jomon period is subdivided based on the characteristics of its pottery, and it is common to divide the 10,000-year period into six stages: the Initial, Early, Middle, Late, and Final Jomon periods.

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Aerial view of a historical village park with thatched huts and a tall wooden tower in the foreground, curving paths across green fields.]

[Jomon Period in Aomori ①] Aomori Prefecture, where the oldest pottery in Japan was found... Was the Jomon period here...?.

The Jomon period refers to the era that lasted for over 10,000 years, from when the Japanese people began using pottery about 15,000 years ago until the Yayoi period, when full-scale rice cultivation began...

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Plaque of Araki Shrine

Aizu-Wakamatsu is home to ancient ruins and the Arahaba Shrine, which is associated with Minamoto no Yoshiie...

This series explores the mystery of the enigmatic ancient god "Arahabaki"... This time, we introduce the Arahabaki Shrine located in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. Who is the ancient god "Arahabaki"? "Arahabaki" is associated with the Tohoku region and...

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Nanbu Railway DC351

The dreams were big, but...the Nanbu Railway was destroyed by disaster [Aomori Prefecture]

Hachinohe Station, the second busiest station in Aomori Prefecture after Aomori Station, once had a private railway line that ran through it. Its name was the "Nanbu Railway.".

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  • Inside the Marukan Building's main dining hall
    The retro-style "Marukan Building Grand Dining Hall" is a representative gourmet spot in Hanamaki!.
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    Exploring the culture of miso! Introducing recommended miso and local dishes [Fukushima Prefecture]
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    What is Kashiwaya's Thin-Skinned Manju, one of Japan's Three Greatest Manju, and the Morning Tea Ceremony? [Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture]
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    Akita's winter symbol: Hatahata
  • What are Iizaka Onsen's famous "radium eggs"? Don't underestimate them as just hot spring eggs [Fukuoka].
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  • From Kurozuka Cave to Bunchi Suriishi. Matsuo Basho visits the legendary rock formations [Fukushima Prefecture]
  • [Part 2] Japan's first nautical chart, "Map of Kamaishi Port in Rikuchukoku," and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture]
  • [Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] We visited the Sendai City History and Folklore Museum in Tsutsujigaoka Park
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    From north to south! 7 local natto varieties from Miyagi Prefecture that you can buy at supermarkets! [Miyagi Prefecture]
  • [Christianity Spreads in Tohoku: Part 2] Northern Miyagi Prefecture, Home to Hidden Christians [...].
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    Karamatsu Shrine | The god who protects women's lives for matchmaking, fertility, and safe childbirth... "Karamatsu-sama of the Border" [...
  • Bullet holes from the Boshin War
    The only remaining building that still bears traces of the Boshin War: "Kyu-Takizawa Honjin" (Fukushima Prefecture)
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    Introducing the highlights of Oga Aquarium GAO! From the much-talked-about polar bears to popular exhibits, and more...
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    Now there are over 85 round trips a day! The story of how the Tohoku Shinkansen became what it is today
Who was Sumiyaki Tōta? Visiting the graves of Sumiyaki Tōta and his wife, who are the subject of a legend of gold [Miyagi Prefecture...].
Shogi Village/Tendo Tower (Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture)
Why did "Shogi" (Japanese chess) become a local specialty in Tendo City? Let's explore its origins and history! [Yamagata Prefecture]
Traditional wooden Japanese temple with a curved roof surrounded by green trees; two visitors at the entrance.
A pilgrimage to three locations in Yamagata Prefecture known as the "Dewa 100 Kannon," featuring 33 Kannon statues. [Yamagata Prefecture]
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What is Kesaranpasaran? A detailed explanation of the mysterious object that brings good fortune...
Innai Silver Mine supported the finances of the Akita Domain. The mining town was filled with 15,000 people...
Hiromoto Oe
The relationship between Oe Hiromoto, one of the "13 Lords of Kamakura" and Minamoto no Yoritomo's wise man, and Yamagata Prefecture
Miyazawa Kenji and the Landscapes of Iwate — Stories of his Hometown Reflected in His Works
A tragic end or a conspiracy by Masamune? The life of Date Masamune's father, Terumune [Fukushima Prefecture]
From the "Portrait of the Three Kings" owned by Hakuoin Temple, Motsuji Temple: Fujiwara no Kiyohira (Source: Wikipedia)
[Series 7: The Battle of Zenkunen and the Battle of Gosannen] The bond between the Genji and the eastern warriors, the Fujiwara clan of Oshu...
What was the "Oni Shigai Village" that actually existed during the Meiji period? Discovering the legend and true identity of the demon [Iwa...
Osamu Dazai Literary Salon
Stroll through the places associated with Dazai Osamu in front of Mitaka Station
Mount Osore
[Aomori Prefecture] Mount Osore, one of Japan's three major sacred sites, located in Mutsu City
Mother of six boys and five girls! Who was Princess Kubo, Date Masamune's grandmother? [Fukushima Prefecture and Miyagi Prefecture]
New Year's cuisine
New Year's Cuisine in the Tohoku Region | Preserved Foods for Festivities Developed by Heavy Snowfall
A historical journey that connects time at Jionji Terrace, which also features a stylish temple cafe...
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