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The history of Odate, which played an important role in the borders of the domain during the Meiji Restoration [Akita Prefecture]

Odate, which was also admired by the borders of the domain during the first half of the Edo period, was known for its Akita dogs, Hinai Jichiri chickens, and Kiritanpo, and was located in the easternmost part of the Kubota domain (Akita domain). ...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.05.08

Model of Isedotai ruins (Isedotai Jomonkan)

"Isedodai Ruins" is a mysterious ruin registered as a World Heritage Site! [Akita Prefecture]

Isedota Iseki is a Jomon period ruins located in Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture. The biggest feature is that there are four ring stones (stone circles), which allow for the preservation of the ruins...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.30

wisdom pencil

A sacred place for students taking the exam! Kameoka Monju, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom in Tohoku [Yamagata Prefecture]

Kameoka Monjudo, located in Takahata Town, Higashiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture, is said to benefit from a variety of things that require wisdom, such as praying for successful entrance exams and achieving wishes and prospering business. This time, it's...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.04.28

Guardian dog of Inu no Miya

Dog Palace and Cat Palace – The phantom Japanese dog is dedicated to the dogs and cats that are found at the birthplace of Takayasu's dogs...

In the Takayasu area of ​​Takahata Town, in the southern part of Yamagata Prefecture, there is a shrine dedicated to dogs and cats, which are rare throughout the country. This time, we will be the birthplace of the legendary Japanese dog "Takayasu Dog", which has now become extinct...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.04.27

Michinoku Folk Village's southern territory Date territory boundary mound

Take a walk through the original Japanese scenery at Michinoku Folk Village, an outdoor museum that houses ancient architecture! ...

Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture is a city located in the southwest part of the prefecture, and during the Edo period it was a typical rural area located on the border of the southern territory of Morioka Domain and Date Territory of Sendai Domain. However, since the Showa era, the Tohoku Expressway and Tohoku Shinkansen lines have...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.04.25

The endemic Japanese crayfish, the endemic species of Japanese crayfish, is currently breeding in Odate City! [Akita Prefecture]

Japanese crayfish that only live north of Odate Japanese crayfish are endemic to Japan, and are crayfish that live in beautiful rivers and lakes with low temperatures in Hokkaido, Aomori, Iwate, and Akita prefectures. ...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.24

What is Shirakawa like? A trivia tame that lets you understand the region, including history, tourist spots, and specialty items...

It would be cool to be able to explain it casually when asked, "What is XXX like?" A trivia that you can understand the region is packed with useful trivia for such situations...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2024.04.23

[Iwate Prefecture] 3 recommended hot springs in Iwate Prefecture that you can choose based on secret hot springs, famous hot springs, and unique spring quality!

In Iwate Prefecture, there are many volcanoes in the Ou Mountains, including Mt. Iwate, Hachimantai, Mt. Yakiishi, Mt. Kurikoma, and many hot springs are located nearby. Secret hot springs that are closed when snow accumulates in remote mountains, and close to the city...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2024.04.19

The extremely complicated operation is passed down as the legend of the former express train "Rokuchu"...

There are almost no "trains that run on strange routes" in Japan today. For example, trains running in the Tohoku region are "Rias" which operates on the Yamada Line in Iwate Prefecture...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.04.18

Cherry blossoms on Kanchogai Street

It's not just Hirosaki! 5 recommended cherry blossom viewing spots in Aomori Prefecture!

When you think of Aomori Prefecture's famous cherry blossom spot, many people probably think of Hirosaki Castle. However, in Aomori Prefecture, there are many other famous cherry blossom spots besides Hirosaki Castle, and most of them open stalls and lit up...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.04.17

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