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It developed as a logistics port on the Yoneshiro River, and its role has led to the name "Noshiro City," which remains to this day...

The Yoneshiro River runs from east to west through the center of Noshiro City. It originates at Mount Nakadake (1,024m above sea level), which straddles Akita, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures, and flows through the towns of Kosaka, Kazuno, and Kitaakita.

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Aomori Glamping

Enjoy winter glamping in Tohoku! Recommended glamping spots in Aomori Prefecture...

Glamping, which means glamorous camping, is a casual camping experience where almost everything you need is provided, so you can enjoy it empty-handed.

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The family crest of Akita City (a cypress fan with an eagle's feather)

The Hiyama Ando clan, who ruled Akita during the Sengoku period and had their base in Noshiro [Akita Prefecture]

Noshiro City is a city in northern Akita Prefecture with a population of approximately 47,000 (as of December 2024, according to Noshiro City), bordering the Sea of ​​Japan to the west. The Yoneshiro River, a first-class river, flows through the center of the city to the east...

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Akita Glamping

Introducing a stylish glamping facility inspired by the Kujukushima Islands of Kisakata [Akita Prefecture]

"Glamping" is a coined word meaning "glamorous" and "camping," and refers to camping that can be enjoyed casually without bringing anything with you, as if you were staying at a luxury hotel. In this article, we will introduce camping at home...

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Shichizayama and the great meander of the Yoneshiro River from "Kimimachizaka" ©Rande

The sacred mountain "Shichizayama" and "Kimimachizaka" associated with Emperor Meiji [Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture]

Futatsui is a region in the eastern part of Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture. It was formerly an independent municipality known as Futatsui Town. In 2006, it merged with Noshiro City and is now part of Noshiro City.

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Atagoyama Cave Tombs

A mix of ancient and modern cave tombs at Atagoyama and the remains of the Atagoshimo Hydroelectric Power Plant [Sen...

Located in the center of Sendai City, about 2 km south of JR Sendai Station, across the Atago Bridge, on a cliff along the Hirose River, stands an archaeological site dotted with strange caves. The Atagoyama Yokoanabogun (Atago Mountain Cave Tombs)...

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Fukushima Glamping

Hawaiians glamping!? Introducing a glamping facility that will exceed your expectations...

In recent years, the number of glamping facilities in Fukushima Prefecture has increased, with each facility uniquely positioned to offer a "glamorous camping" experience. Among these...

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A relaxing glamping facility in the countryside, along the river!...

"Glamping," a coined word meaning "glamorous" camping, is a type of accommodation where even beginners to the outdoors can enjoy camping empty-handed. The air-conditioned accommodations have tables and...

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Iwate Glamping

A glamping facility in Iwate Prefecture with the widest range of amenities! Enjoy camping in a trailer

Iwate Prefecture has had few glamping facilities until now, but recently, facilities where you can enjoy camping without bringing anything with you have been gradually increasing throughout the prefecture. In this article, we will introduce some of these...

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Shinzan's Ten Thousand Buddhas

More than 10,000 Jizo Bodhisattvas cover the walls of the Shinzan Mantaibutsu Statue [Oga City, Akita Prefecture]

Namahage is a visiting deity that is said to exist around the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture. Shinzan Shrine, the current center of this legend, holds the annual Namahage Purple Lantern Festival, which is held in celebration of the...

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