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[Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture] Taro Roadside Station, gateway to the Sanriku Geopark, which is currently undergoing reconstruction...

The roadside station in Taro, Miyako City, opened in April 1995. At the time, the station was located on high ground north of Taro city, so it was spared from the tsunami caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake and was used as a base for relief efforts in the city.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.06.04

[Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture] Roadside Station Takada Matsubara, a symbol of Rikuzentakata's reconstruction

Takada Matsubara Roadside Station is located within the Takada Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park in Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture, and is adjacent to the Iwate Prefecture Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Memorial Museum.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.05.28

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

The "Matagi," master bear hunters who live in the mountains, originated in Kitaakita City, the home of the Ani Matagi...

The Ani region (Kamikoani Village, Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture) is home to the Jomon period Isedotai Ruins, known for its stone circle, which is registered as a World Heritage Site.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.12

The legendary pyramid that lies dormant in Kazuno City is called Kuromanta! [Akita Prefecture]

Did you know that Kazuno City, which borders Aomori and Iwate prefectures, was once called "Kazuno" rather than "Kazuno"? Nearby are Hachimantai and Go...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2024.03.26

Jionji Temple's main gate

[Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture] Famous for the historical drama? What is the Oe clan and Sagae City? Ancient temples...

Sagae City is said to have been governed and developed by the Oe clan, one of the key figures in the historical drama "The 13 Lords of the Kamakura." We will introduce the ancient temple "Jionji Temple" located in Sagae City. In addition, you can stroll around...

ikokeikoke2023.08.21

[Iitate Village, Fukushima Prefecture] The most beautiful village blessed with nature, "Madaiina Village Iitate"

Iitate Village is located on a plateau 400 meters above sea level in the northern Abukuma Mountains, surrounded by beautiful nature. Iitate Village coexists with its abundant nature and is a member of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Japan" Association.

natsukinatsuki2023.08.18

[Fukushima Prefecture] A hot topic! Processed food made with "specialty peaches" available at Fukushima Roadside Station...

Fukushima is the kingdom of fruits! Among them, peaches, which are coming into season soon, are the second most produced in Japan, accounting for 20% of the nation's total. Peaches are in season from late June to mid-September...

natsukinatsuki2023.07.21

[Northern Miyagi Prefecture] Northern Miyagi Prefecture is packed with photogenic spots!.

I want to take eye-catching images and videos! With the spread of social media, there are many opportunities for people to see the images and videos I take. If I want people all over the world to see them, I usually...

SatomioriSatomiori2023.06.02

Ayu fish in the fishing pond at Shirataka Yana Park (Ayu Teahouse)

Delicious grilled fish at Japan's largest fishing spot and Ayu Chaya! [Shirataka Town, Yamagata Prefecture]

Have you ever heard of a Yanaba (fish trap)? (hereafter referred to as Yanaba) A Yanaba is a fishing spot where fish are driven into a narrow passageway in a river using bamboo, stakes, stones, etc....

ikokeikoke2023.05.31

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