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Motsuji Temple Oizumi Pond

[Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture] A journey to experience the Pure Land culture left behind by the Oshu Fujiwara clan! Enjoy a meal at "Yume no Kaze"...

The Golden Hall of Chusonji Temple has long been famous as a cultural asset in Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture. However, in recent years, the Motsuji Garden has been registered as a World Heritage Site, and Motsuji Temple has become included in tours of Hiraizumi's ancient temples...

sugarsugar2018.04.11

station cafe

Full of retro charm! I went to Nanakamachi Street, a little-known sightseeing course in Aizu!

When you say you went sightseeing in Aizu, you will often find attention to Tsuruga Castle and Nisshinkan, but you should not forget Nanakamachi Street, which is just a little off the city. Here you can find traditional Aizu restaurants...

Chimon2018.04.10

Kokeshi dolls at Sakunami Onsen

Whisky naturally in the hot springs! The unknown charm of "Sakunami Onsen," a backroom tatami room in Sendai! [...

Sakunami Onsen is a place where you can arrive in about 40 minutes from the city center of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Sakunami Onsen is not only hot springs, but also beautiful nature and the most representative whiskey of Japan...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.03.21

Tono hometown village

You can meet the original scenery of Japanese people! There are many attractions in Tono, Iwate Prefecture.

Located about an hour by train from Shin-Hanamaki Station, Tono City is home to numerous folk tales and legends. There are many charming spots, including old-fashioned houses and a river where kappa are said to have lived.

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.15

[Iwate] Feel nostalgic! A retro walk around Morioka Station will transport you back to the Meiji era...

Morioka Station, located in the center of Iwate Prefecture, once flourished as a castle town of the Nanbu clan. Historical buildings and old townhouses built during the Meiji period still remain, making it a great place to take a stroll.

HarumakiHarumaki2018.01.04

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Autumn tourist season! Can you climb a mountain temple even if you lack exercise? ?

Hojusan Tateishiji is a Tendai sect temple located in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture. This is a scenic spot that is famous nationwide as a mountain temple. The spectacular views from there and the many temples known as power spots, are all in life...

Chimon2017.10.29

[Semboku City, Akita Prefecture] Dakigaeri Valley is one of Akita's most scenic spots!.

There is a place in Akita that mesmerizes visitors with its clear, blue water and the magnificent natural scenery of the mountains reflected in it. Dakigaeri Valley is a little-known tourist spot...

sugarsugar2017.10.02

Oyu ring stones are stone circles from the Jomon period of Japan! ? [Akita Prefecture]

Although it is not widely known, stone circles also exist in Japan. The Oyu Stone Circle in Towada-Oyu, Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture, is one of the largest stone circles in Japan, built in the late Jomon period.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.08.09

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Morioka Handicraft Village is a gathering of top craftsmen! Making traditional crafts...

Top-class craftsmen create traditional crafts. Morioka Handicraft Village has over 14 workshops. There, Morioka's ancient local specialties are alive and well. ...

sugarsugar2017.07.06

A famous spot 5 minutes walk from Akita Station! Historic Park《Chishu Park》

After walking for about five minutes after exiting the west exit of Akita Station, you will notice a large park blended into stores and buildings. Lotus flowers bloom in the large moat during the season, and many fish swim in the pond. ...

akoako2017.06.16

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