Iitate Village, located on the eastern side of the Abukuma Highlands, which separates the Hamadori and Nakadori regions of Fukushima Prefecture, is a beautiful village surrounded by abundant nature. Its name comes from the fact that the entire village was evacuated following the nuclear accident caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake...
Hazuki
In recent years, Sendai city has been buzzing with excitement over the major renovation of the east exit of Sendai Station. The S-PAL East Building opened in the spring of 2016, and was significantly expanded in 2017. In November...
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From central Sendai, take National Route 286 towards Akiu Kawasaki. Lake Kamafusa is a beautiful lake located near the border between Sendai and Kawasaki. The Kamafusa Dam, which we'll introduce today, directs water from Lake Kamafusa to areas around Sendai and beyond.
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Hachinohe, a port city representing Aomori Prefecture, is home to many restaurants serving fresh seafood. The morning market is the place where many restaurants procure fresh and lively seafood. Various...
Matsushima, one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Views, is a huge hit on social media, with Instagram and Twitter filled with photogenic photos every day. However, everyone is taking pictures of the scenery...
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The sea around Fukushima Prefecture is known as the "Sea of the Current" because the warm Kuroshio Current and the cold Oyashio Current intersect here. It is also famous as a fishing ground where a wide variety of fish can be harvested. Located in this distinctive sea of the current...
JR Sendai Station is now transforming into a truly exciting tourist destination. Previously, it was Sendai's central hub, emphasizing functionality and convenience. However, it has now become a place where "just visiting makes you feel like you're going somewhere else.".
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The Museum MATSUSHIMA is a museum in Matsushima Town that houses beautiful and interesting exhibits, including music boxes. There used to be a museum called the Matsushima Music Box Museum in Matsushima...
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Kunimi Atsukashinosato Roadside Station opened in May 2017 in Kunimi Town, Date County, in northern Fukushima Prefecture. Kunimi Town is known for its abundant agricultural products, including peaches.
Hazuki
The Akita Museum of Art is located across the road from Senshu Park, the site of Kubota Castle, famous for its cherry blossoms. Located just a five-minute walk from Akita Station, the museum is a great place to stop by if you're just sightseeing in Akita.
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