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Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a sister city of the M78 Nebula, the hometown of Ultraman

Which Japanese city has a sister city relationship with Ultraman's hometown, the Land of Light in the M78 Nebula? Of course, Ultraman fans already know the name.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2022.06.20

[Miyagi Prefecture during the Boshin War] What decision did the powerful Sendai domain of Oshu make?

The Sendai Domain became the leader of the Oshu-Uetsu Alliance and played a central role in the battle against the Imperial Army, but little is known about its actions during the Boshin War. It was the largest and most powerful domain in the Tohoku region, with a total military force of 35,000.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.06.14

Oda Nobunaga

What is the connection between Oda Nobunaga and Yamagata? Introducing a precious portrait and a shrine dedicated to Nobunaga [Yamagata Prefecture]

When you think of popular Sengoku warlords, who comes to mind? Many people probably think of Oda Nobunaga, the warlord who sought to unify the country during a time of war. This time, we'll be looking at...

NakaNaka2022.06.13

Byakkotai statue on Mt. Iimoriyama

[Fukushima Prefecture during the Boshin War] What decisions did Aizu, Shirakawa, Tanagura, Nihonmatsu, and other domains make?

Many tragic stories are told about the Aizu clan, which was considered an enemy of the Imperial Court during the Boshin War. However, other clans in Fukushima Prefecture also formed an alliance with the Satsuma clans to oppose the Imperial forces, and in areas such as Nihonmatsu, Shirakawaguchi, and Hamadori...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.06.07

[Part 1] A Solo Day Trip to Yamagata City | Sightseeing within a 2-5km radius of Yamagata Station on the Senzan Line [Yamagata...

I suddenly decided to take a solo day trip to Yamagata on the Senzan Line. The reason is simple. As I've gotten older and more experienced, I've always traveled to Yamagata by car recently, and that's certainly a good idea...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.06.04

[Yamagata Prefecture] Why did "Shogi" become a specialty of Tendo City? Explore its origins and history!

Yamagata Prefecture is a place full of attractions, from hot springs to fruit to ramen. One of its attractions is "Shogi in Tendo City." However, even if you have a vague idea of ​​what shogi is, you may not know why it is so famous...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.05.30

Aomori military commander

Three Sengoku warlords from Aomori Prefecture! Tsugaru Tamenobu, Ishikawa Takanobu, and Namioka Tomonaga

During the Edo period, Aomori Prefecture was largely divided into the Tsugaru Domain in the west and the Nanbu Domain in the east, and in the Meiji period the current prefectural border was established. These two domains differed in language and culture, and were said to have had many feuds and not get along well...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.05.11

Illustration of a red cow

How did the traditional craft "Akabeko" come about? Exploring its origins and history! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is a traditional craft with a charming, swaying neck. Many people are familiar with its distinctive appearance and name. However, many people may be wondering, "Why is it called Akabeko?" or "What is Akabeko?".

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.05.05

[Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture] Fukushima Municipal House Garden, a cultural asset of Fukushima Prefecture that should be preserved for future generations

The Fukushima Civic Home Garden brings together, preserves, and exhibits important folk heritage items that are destined to disappear, such as old thatched-roof wooden buildings and playhouses, to be passed on to future generations.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.05.04

Yamagata city, Yamagata prefecture: Traditional Yamagata casting is a recommended tourist spot! Find out about its charms and places to visit...

What is Yamagata casting? Introducing its charm and characteristics! What is Yamagata casting? Introducing its charm and characteristics! Yamagata casting is characterized by the coexistence of "solidity, thinness, and beauty." Because it allows for delicate processing...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.04.14

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