When talking about the history of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, one of the important people is Yozan Uesugi. To this day, he is a person who is affectionately and respectfully referred to as Lord Takayama. ...
Motoharu Kahashi
Kushio Shrine is one of the nationally designated important tangible cultural properties located in Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, but in January 2021, the torii gate was broken at the base and collapsed due to strong winds...
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There are many winter festivals in Tohoku, but one that stands out and has a long history is the ``Myokenzan Kuroishi Temple'' in Mizusawa Kuroishi-cho, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture.
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Speaking of Yamagata's Dewa Sanzan, it refers to Mt. Haguro, Mt. Yudono, and Mt. Gassan. This Sanzan is a famous place for Shugen ascetic practices throughout the country. Its core is dedicated to the god of the three mountains...
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Toshogu Shrine is a venerable shrine that enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu. Many of you may have visited Nikko Toshogu Shrine during a school trip. ...
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Approximately 12 minutes by car from Sendai Station. A castle that ruled Sendai once stood on Aobayama overlooking the city. It is called Aoba Castle and was built by Date Masamune...
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Chusonji Konjikido is a cultural property in Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture that has long been famous. However, in recent years Motsuji Garden has been registered as a World Heritage Site, and tours of Hiraizumi's ancient temples have...
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Sakunami Onsen can be reached by driving approximately 40 minutes from downtown Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Sakunami Onsen is not only a hot spring but also a beautiful...
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Tono City, located about an hour by train from Shin-Hanamaki Station, is home to many folk tales and legends. Old folk house-style buildings and rivers where kappa are said to have lived...
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Hojuzan Risshakuji Temple is a Tendai sect temple located in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture. This is a scenic spot that is famous nationwide as a mountain temple. Spectacular views from there, power spots...
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