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[Miyagi Prefecture] 6 recommended cycling courses for a change of pace!

There are times when you want to do some exercise on your days off to refresh yourself, but don't want to get all sweaty. Cycling is the perfect way to do that. Miyagi Prefecture has a great place to change your mood...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.22

Fukushima Family Camp

[Fukushima Prefecture] Recommended even for first timers! 5 campsites perfect for families

As the weather warms up, it's time to head out and explore. Fukushima Prefecture is packed with leisure spots brimming with nature. From outdoor spots for hardcore enthusiasts to those looking for a more casual experience...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.04.21

Illustration of zazen

[Yamagata Prefecture] 5 Temples Where You Can Experience Zen Meditation and Sutra Shaking! Recommended for Beginners!

Yamagata Prefecture is a land of abundant nature, and is home to many beautiful temples. Some of these temples offer easy access to Zen meditation and sutra copying, making them an attractive option even for beginners who may be a little nervous about attending.

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.16

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] Excitement! Enthusiasm! I don't want to go home! A wonderful time at Miyagikyo Distillery...

If you live in Miyagi and are a liquor lover, there's a good chance you've experienced the Miyagikyo Distillery Guided Tour, a free course. When I ask people about this all-inclusive experience course, they often say, "Oh, I've been here for years...".

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.03.27

[Yamagata Prefecture] Why not enjoy a look at the history of safflower culture from Risshakuji Temple in the mountains?

Did you know that Yamagata Prefecture's prefectural flower is the safflower? Yamagata Prefecture is the top producer of safflower in Japan. Historically, Yamagata Prefecture was Japan's top producer of safflower in the early Edo period...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.03.19

Rime Trees of Zao②

[Yamagata Prefecture] See the natural artwork "Snow Monsters" at Zao Onsen Ski Resort!

Have you heard of the many white "snow monsters" that can be seen at Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Yamagata Prefecture? These impressive frost-covered trees are works of art created by nature! They can only be seen in winter...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.14

[Miyagi Prefecture] A trip to Tohoku's terroage region | A moving experience in search of the finest flavors

Are you familiar with the term "terroage"? This is a term coined by Akiu Winery's CEO, Mr. Mori. At Terroage Tohoku, we are a tour company that embodies the idea that "the best flavor comes from the place of origin.".

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.10

[Hanamaki, Iwate Prefecture] Create memories at Mori no Kuni Glass Workshop! Support the artisans...

Many people have seen on television the art of glasswork, in which glass that has turned into a syrup-like substance at high temperatures is rolled around the tip of a rod and then blown into a puffy shape. Iwate is a region famous for this...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.01.12

What is Junsai? From delicious ways to eat it to events...

When traveling, do you look forward to buying precious vegetables that can only be grown in that area as souvenirs? In this article, we will introduce the famous vegetables from Mitane Town, Akita Prefecture, that are perfect for such people...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.10

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

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