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Katakura Family Mausoleum

Four historical sites related to the famous Katakura Kagetsuna of Date Masamune and the Katakura family [Miyagi Prefecture]

Shiraishi City is located in the southern part of Miyagi Prefecture. Katakura Kojura Getsuna, who was active as Date Masamune's right-hand man and was known as "Katkura Keitsuna of wisdom" along with "Take no Itarumi."

AoiwaAoiwa2024.07.02

[Part 2] Japan's first nautical chart, "Kamaishi Port Picture of Rikuchukushi" and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture]

Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT [Part 1] Japan's first nautical chart, "Riku-China Kamaishi Port Picture" and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture] https://jp.neft.asia/archives/32...

editorial staffeditorial staff2024.07.01

[Part 1] Japan's first nautical chart "Kamaishi Port Picture of Rikuchukushi" and the development of Kamaishi [Iwate Prefecture]

When it comes to creating a map of Japan, Ino Tadataka was surveyed nationwide in 1912. So, which was Japan's first nautical chart produced? This brings you to mind which port, sea, and production background...

editorial staffeditorial staff2024.07.01

No humans allowed!? Iwate Kaihatsu Railway is a freight-only railway company [Ofunato City, Iwate Prefecture]

In Ofunato City, located on the Pacific coast of Iwate Prefecture, there is a railway company that is little known except to those with some knowledge of Japanese railways. It is called Iwate Kaihatsu Railway Co., Ltd. What is it about?.

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.06.28

[Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture] Elm's fresh market has been renewed! The seafood is so fresh...

When you think of Aomori Prefecture, you'll find a treasure trove of seafood! There are markets all over the country where you can buy fresh fish, and residents of the prefecture can always get their favorite seafood at a low price. But for tourists, wholesale...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.26

A great ride through Fukushima and Yamagata prefectures! New tourist train "SATONO"

A tourist train called "SATONO" just debuted in the southern Tohoku region in April 2024. In this article, we'll introduce the operating routes and dates of this new tourist train, how to ride it, and sightseeing spots along the line.

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.06.25

A relaxing and spectacular view during the rainy season! The hydrangeas from "Great Buddha Park" are beautiful! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

What is Hirosaki City's Daibutsu Park? Hirosaki City's Great Buddha Park is filled with cherry blossoms in spring and hydrangeas in early summer. Here you will find "Ishikawa Castle," aka "Daibutsugahana Castle," which was once conquered by Oura Tamenobu (Tsugaru Tamenobu)...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.21

Why was the Yamagata Shinkansen "Tsubasa" born on the mini Shinkansen? [Yamagata Prefecture]

The Yamagata Shinkansen, also known as "Tsubasa," is a direct train that runs between Tokyo Station and Yamagata Station and Shinjo Station in Yamagata Prefecture. In this article, we'll explain why this train was created. The Yamagata Shinkansen's "Tsubasa"...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.06.20

It takes 16 hours to Aomori from Osaka! Shiratori is the longest daytime express train in Japan

There used to be a limited express train called Shiratori, a JNR, that runs over 1,000km along the Sea of ​​Japan coast from Osaka Station to Aomori Station. From Osaka Station to Aomori Station when it was first introduced in 1961...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.06.18

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] What is Yonezawa like? Learn about the region's history, tourist attractions, and local specialties...

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...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.17

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