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Aomori military commander

Three Sengoku warlords from Aomori Prefecture! Tsugaru Tamenobu, Ishikawa Takanobu, and Namioka Tomonaga

During the Edo period, Aomori Prefecture was largely divided into the Tsugaru Domain in the west and the Nanbu Domain in the east, and in the Meiji period the current prefectural border was established. These two domains differed in language and culture, and were said to have had many feuds and not get along well...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.05.11

[Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture] Fukushima Municipal House Garden, a cultural asset of Fukushima Prefecture that should be preserved for future generations

The Fukushima Civic Home Garden brings together, preserves, and exhibits important folk heritage items that are destined to disappear, such as old thatched-roof wooden buildings and playhouses, to be passed on to future generations.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.05.04

Mount Kuromata and UFOs

What is Mount Kuromata? Learn about it from academic research and the reasons behind the urban legend...

Mount Kuromata has become famous in recent years as a power spot due to its beautiful conical shape, and there's even an urban legend that it might be a pyramid.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.03

[Ten'ei Village, Fukushima Prefecture] Is this England in Fukushima Prefecture? British Hills spreads out deep in the mountains.

There's a place called Tenei Village in Fukushima Prefecture called England? If you go deep into the mountains, you'll suddenly come across an English-style garden, giving you the illusion of stepping into the world of Harry Potter.

ikokeikoke2022.05.01

Military commander of Iwate

Three Sengoku Warlords from Iwate Prefecture! Nanbu Harumasa, Nanbu Nobunao, and Kunohe Masazane

If you ask, "Do you know any Sengoku warlords associated with Iwate Prefecture?", most people will answer, "No." However, even though Iwate does not have any nationally popular warlords, there are some who deserve more recognition...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.04.26

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

Yamagata city, Yamagata prefecture: Traditional Yamagata casting is a recommended tourist spot! Find out about its charms and places to visit...

What is Yamagata casting? Introducing its charm and characteristics! What is Yamagata casting? Introducing its charm and characteristics! Yamagata casting is characterized by the coexistence of "solidity, thinness, and beauty." Because it allows for delicate processing...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.14

Statue of Yuji Koseki

Who is Yuji Koseki? The musician from Fukushima City who was the inspiration for the NHK morning drama "Yell"...

Yuji Koseki is a musician with ties to Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture. He attracted attention after being the model for the 2020 NHK morning drama "Yell." During his 80-year life, he...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.03.29

Fukushima Prefecture: Top 5 Cherry Blossom Spots in the Central Region | A Trip to Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots

Fukushima Prefecture is rich in nature and has many famous flower spots. When you think of spring, nothing comes to mind other than cherry blossoms. Gazing at the scenery of the blossoms falling like snow under the spring sky is sure to lift your spirits. So, this time...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.03.26

[Marumori Town, Miyagi Prefecture] A mansion that has watched over the town since the late Edo period! Feel the passage of time at Sairi Yashiki...

Marumori Town is a town on the border between Miyagi and Fukushima Prefectures. It is a beautiful town where water, greenery, and human activities coexist. The town's biggest tourist attraction is the Sairi Yashiki Storehouse Museum. Since the Edo period...

Chimon2022.03.24

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