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Shiwa Inari Shrine, which is one of Japan's three major Inari shrines, is one of the leading power spots in Iwate Prefecture!

There are many power spots in Iwate Prefecture, including Morioka Hachimangu Shrine, but among them, Shiwa Inari is one of the three greatest inaris in Japan, and among them, the one that is attracting attention for being one of the most popular inaris...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2024.05.17

Rocky landscape of the west coast of Oga Peninsula ©Oganavi

[Akita Prefecture, Oga Peninsula] Strange rocks on the west coast where ancient legends are passed down

The most popular tourist attractions on the Oga Peninsula are a number of strange rocks such as Godzilla Rock and Daisankyo, and their shapes are also popular for their interesting shapes, but these are valuable things that allow you to see the history of the Earth...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.05.15

"Grandpa and Grandma Rejuvenate" is a manga set in Aomori, which is a close look at the charm of the anime [Animation aired in April...

"Grandpa Rejuvenation" is currently airing on the anime series from April 7th. This manga has a quirky setting in which an old man suddenly rejuvenates one day, but it is actually set in Aomori Prefecture! Book...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.13

With SL Galaxy reaching its last run, it was just a year ago: "Thank you SL Galaxy!" [Iwate Prefecture]

A SL train called "SL Ginga" ran along the Kamaishi Line, which connects Hanamaki Station and Kamaishi Station in Iwate Prefecture. SL Galaxy was held at its last run in June 2023, about a year ago...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.05.10

Although at the mercy of the times, Joban Line express trains have played a role in connecting the Pacific coast of Tohoku...

The Hitachi Express is a limited express train that runs from Shinagawa Station in Tokyo to Iwaki Station in Fukushima Prefecture or Sendai Station in Miyagi Prefecture via the Joban Line (※). March 2024...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.05.09

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

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