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Statue of Kimiyuki Sanada Yukimura

Three historical sites related to the Date clan's vanguard, "Oni Kojuro," Katakura Shigenaga, and Sanada Yukimura [Miyagi Prefecture]

In Shiroishi City, there are historical sites related to Sanada Yukimura and his descendants, who were enemies but were connected by a strange bond during the Summer Siege of Osaka, a battle that led to the Tokugawa shogunate's downfall and the Toyotomi clan...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.07.03

Katakura family mausoleum

Four historic sites related to Katakura Kagetsuna, a famous vassal of Date Masamune, and the Katakura family [Miyagi Prefecture]

Shiroishi City, located in southern Miyagi Prefecture, was built by Katakura Kojuro Kagetsuna, who served as Date Masamune's right-hand man and was known as "Katakura Kagetsuna of Wisdom" alongside "Date Masamune of Warriors.".

AoiwaAoiwa2024.07.02

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] What is Yonezawa like? Learn about the region's history, tourist attractions, and local specialties...

It would be cool if you could explain smoothly when someone asks you, "What's XXX like?" This "Local Knowledge Treasure Box" is packed with trivia that will come in handy in such situations...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.17

The Soma Daisaku Incident: An attempted attack on the lord of the Tsugaru domain by samurai from the Nanbu clan, also known as the Chushingura of Michinoku...

The "Sōma Daisaku Incident" occurred over 200 years ago on May 24, 1821 (April 23, 1821). In an attempt to restore the honor of the domain, samurai from Morioka Domain attacked the ninth lord of Hirosaki Domain, Tsugaru Yasuchika, who was returning home from his alternate attendance period.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.06.14

[Mount Chokai-Tobishima Geopark: Yurihonjo Edition] When Japan was part of the Eurasian continent...

Yurihonjo City occupies about 70% of the Yuri region, which spreads out at the foot of Mount Chokai (2,236m), which divides the Dewa region into north and south. Its area is 1,200 square kilometers, accounting for about 10% of Akita Prefecture.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.05.31

[Kamaishi City, Iwate Prefecture] The giant Buddha statue watching over Kamaishi Bay, "Kamaishi Daikannon," one of the three largest Buddha statues in the Tohoku region

There are approximately 16 "giant Buddha" statues in Japan. While there are no clear standards for what constitutes a "giant Buddha," they are based on urban and commercial geography.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2024.05.30

Fujita Memorial Garden

5 Recommended "Flying Witch" Pilgrimage Sites Recommended by Locals! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

Flying Witch is a manga that depicts the growth of the main character, Kowata Makoto, amid the beautiful nature of Aomori. It is still being serialized eight years after the anime aired, and is a representative manga of Aomori. In this article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.24

Shiwa Inari Shrine, one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan, is one of the most powerful spots in Iwate Prefecture!

Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of power spots, including Morioka Hachimangu Shrine. One of the most notable is Shiwa Inari, sometimes counted among Japan's three greatest Inari shrines.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.05.17

The history of Odate, which played an important role as a feudal domain border during the Meiji Restoration (Akita Prefecture)

Odate, a city plagued by feudal domain disputes during the first half of the Edo period, is known for its Akita dogs, Hinai chicken, and kiritanpo (simmered rice balls). During the Edo period, Odate was located at the easternmost point of the Kubota Domain (also known as the Akita Domain).

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.05.08

Pencil of Wisdom

A sacred place for students taking exams! Kameoka Monju, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Tohoku [Yamagata Prefecture]

Kameoka Monjudo, located in Takahata Town, Higashiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture, is said to bring blessings for various matters requiring wisdom, such as prayers for passing exams, fulfilling one's wishes, and business prosperity.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.04.28

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