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Seated Yakushi Nyorai statue at Enichiji Temple (reconstruction)

Is Enichiji Temple, founded by the high priest Tokuichi of the Hosso sect, the birthplace of Aizu Buddhist culture? [Fukuoka].

Bandai Town, Yama District, Fukushima Prefecture, is located northeast of Aizuwakamatsu City, at the southern foot of Mount Bandai. Here, there is a temple called Enichiji, which once flourished as a hub of Buddhist culture in the Aizu region.

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Torii gate of Kanayama Shrine

Kanayama Shrine (Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture): A shrine dedicated to the protection of the Innai Silver Mine and its prosperity

The Innai district of Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture. This quiet mountain village once flourished as a town connected to the Innai Silver Mine, known as the "largest silver mine in the Orient." Today, the remains of other silver mines are hidden in the mountains...

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The Legend of Gold in Mutsu Province | The Koganeyama Gold Mine Site in Wakuya Town, said to be Japan's first gold-producing region [Miya...

The official history "Shoku Nihongi" records that in 749 (the 21st year of Tenpyo) during the Nara period, gold dust was presented to the Imperial Court from Mutsu Province. The source of this gold is believed to be Wakuya Town, Toda County, Miyagi Prefecture.

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Tomb of Gamo Ujisato (Five-ringed Pagoda)

A Christian and one of the "Seven Philosophers of Rikyu" | The grave of the multifaceted Gamo Ujisato [Fukuoka].

Zuiunzan Kotokuji Temple, located in Sakaemachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, is an ancient temple belonging to the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism. Within its grounds lies the tomb of Gamou Ujisato, a Sengoku period feudal lord who laid the foundations of Aizu.

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Rakan Children's Park

A mysterious park lined with impressive stone Buddha statues | The history of Morioka City's "Rakan Children's Park"...

Morioka Hachimangu Shrine, the main shrine of Morioka City. Walk south for a few minutes along Miyako Kaido, a road that runs north to south from the main entrance, and you'll see Rakan Children's Park on your left. At first glance, it appears to be an ordinary, quiet residential area...

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A swordsmith offering a sword to the shrine (image)

[Part 2] Who is the Oshu "Maikusa Blacksmith"? What was their influence on the development of the Japanese sword?.

Why did the Maikusa sword have such a sharp edge? Are ancient swords a lost technology that cannot be reproduced? We have seen the legends surrounding the Maikusa sword's excellent sharpness, but why did it acquire such high cutting power?.

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Maikusa swordsmith (image)

[Part 1] Who is the Oshu "Maikusa Blacksmith"? What was their influence on the development of the Japanese sword?.

Introduction Japanese swords have always pursued superior functionality, being unbreakable, unbendable, and sharp. Crafted using the world's most advanced forging techniques, they continue to capture the hearts of many people not only for their martial arts skills but also for their beauty.

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Among the six Tohoku prefectures' castles, the pride of Aizu, Tsuruga Castle, which held off large armies during the Boshin War...

During the Boshin War of the Meiji Restoration, the feudal domains of Fukushima Prefecture fought fiercely against the Meiji government forces (Imperial Army) as the Oshu-Uetsu Alliance Army, and many castles were damaged during the battles. Aizu's Tsuruga Castle...

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Date Masamune Ash Tomb

Date Masamune's ash mound and Daiganji Temple, which guards his grave | The unique funeral rituals of the Date clan [...

Zojozan Daiganji Temple is a Jodo sect temple located in Shinsaka-cho, Aoba Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. This temple has a history deeply connected to the funeral rites of Date Masamune, the first lord of the Sendai domain...

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It developed as a logistics port on the Yoneshiro River, and its role has led to the name "Noshiro City," which remains to this day...

The Yoneshiro River runs from east to west through the center of Noshiro City. It originates at Mount Nakadake (1,024m above sea level), which straddles Akita, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures, and flows through the towns of Kosaka, Kazuno, and Kitaakita.

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