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Akita's Kitchen, Akita Citizens' Market: Everything from dinner ingredients to souvenirs!

Akita City, the prefectural capital of Akita Prefecture, is located close to the station. It's about a five-minute walk from the west exit of the station. Surrounded by banks and shops, it's a...

akoako2017.07.29

Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery

[Miyagi Prefecture] Enjoy free tastings at the Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery...

Leaving the city of Sendai, we headed towards Sakunami on National Route 48. On the banks of the beautiful Shinkawa River, we came across a whiskey distillery. This is the Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery. It's the first authentic whiskey distillery in Japan...

Chimon2017.06.28

Esashi Fujiwara Village "Main Gate of the Government Office"

Esashi Fujiwara Village is a famous filming location for historical dramas! See, touch, and experience the beauty of the Heian period...

Located in the Esashi district of Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Esashi Fujiwara no Sato is a historical park that focuses on the rise and fall of the Oshu Fujiwara clan during the Heian period. It was the setting for the NHK historical drama "Honoo Tatsu" that aired in 1993.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.06.18

[Yamagata] Sato Nishiki and Beni Sayaka... Cherry picking in Yamagata...

Yamagata Prefecture's most famous product is undoubtedly cherries. Yamagata Prefecture accounts for approximately 70% of the nation's cherry production, and the peak harvest season is in the summer, when the prefecture is bustling with people who come to pick cherries.

HarumakiHarumaki2017.06.16

[Iwaki] Fun and delicious! Tomato theme park "Wonder Farm"...

Iwaki, blessed with abundant sunshine, is a famous tomato-producing region. Tomatoes grown in plenty of sunlight are not only delicious, but also contain many healthy ingredients. In Iwaki...

HazukiHazuki2017.06.16

A famous spot just a 5-minute walk from Akita Station! Historical park "Senshu Park"

A five-minute walk from the west exit of Akita Station will take you to a large park hidden among the shops and buildings. Lotus flowers bloom in the large moat in season, and the pond is filled with fish.

akoako2017.06.16

Castle tower natural park 1

[Miyagi] Akiu's nature and culture come together! Relax your body and mind at Tenshukaku Nature Park!

Akiu is known as Sendai's hot spring resort. The charm of Akiu is that you can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the seasons. While the natural scenery of Rairaikyo Gorge and Akiu Otaki Falls is wonderful, if you're lucky enough to visit...

Chimon2017.06.01

Onagawa Station

It's no longer just a matter of restoration!? The restoration in front of Onagawa Station is incredible

Six years have passed since the disaster. Onagawa Town in Miyagi Prefecture has developed into a rich and beautiful tourist destination. We want people to experience the charm of the town itself, rather than just seeing it as a disaster area tour. This desire is what is creating a new Onagawa...

Chimon2017.05.31

[Akita] Enjoy flowers, historical sites, and hot springs all at once! Honjo Park, a historical site in Yurihonjo City

Honjo Park in Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture, is known as a famous spot where cherry blossoms, azaleas, and other typical spring flowers in Japan bloom in profusion. In mid-April, cherry blossom viewing stalls line the park, attracting many visitors from the local area...

akoako2017.05.24

[Morioka, Iwate Prefecture] Take a ride on the Dendenmushi train to Morioka Castle Ruins Park! A historic, imposing stone...

One of the most famous spots in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, is the ruins of Morioka Castle. While gazing at the remnants of the now-defunct castle, the still-standing stone walls evoke a sense of atmosphere and eternal beauty. This time, we'll be talking about Morioka...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.05.21

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