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 Oka
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...".
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...
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...
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.".
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...
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...
Murasakihime
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...
Fukushima Prefecture is home to the nationally famous Abukuma Cave, a limestone cave. This time, we'll be exploring Irimizu, another cave that, together with Abukuma Cave, forms part of the Abukuma Cave System.
One of Akita's most famous winter spots is Lake Tazawa Ski Resort. As its name suggests, it offers a panoramic view of Lake Tazawa and is spread across the slopes of Mount Komagatake. It's perfect for skiers from beginners to advanced...
