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The popular "Matagi" tradition of wild game began in Kitaakita City! [Akita Prefecture]

The Ani region (Kamikoani Village, Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture) is home to the Jomon period Isedotai Ruins, known for its stone circle, which is registered as a World Heritage Site.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.12

Hirosaki Castle

Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024! Event information and 5 recommended food stalls by locals! [Aomori...

The Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 will be held from April 12 to May 5, 2024. Hirosaki's cherry blossoms, said to be the best in Japan, are characterized by their overlapping blossoms, and are a representative sight of Aomori.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.04.11

Before the Satake clan was transferred, Akita City was on the front line against northern forces [Akita Prefecture]

According to the Akita City website, the history of Akita City began in 1602 (Keicho 7). 1602 was the beginning of the Edo period, when the Satake clan, who had been feudal lords of Hitachi Province (Ibaraki Prefecture),...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.11

[Fukushima Prefecture] 3 Recommended Hot Springs in the Aizu Region, Selected for Their Hidden Hot Springs, Famous Hot Springs, and Unique Spring Quality!

Hot springs in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture surround the Aizu Basin, and are dotted around Mount Bandai and the mountains of Minami Aizu, with a variety of spring qualities. Hot springs include Higashiyama Onsen, Ashinomaki Onsen, and Yuno...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.04.10

"Sakai Karamatsu-sama" - A god of matchmaking, fertility, safe childbirth, and protecting women throughout their lives [Akita Prefecture University].

Karamatsu Shrine in Kyowa, Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, is a "Women's Guardian Deity*" that protects women throughout their lives and is the god of matchmaking, fertility, and safe childbirth. Locals also call it "Karamatsu-sama of the Boundary Region.".

Editorial staffEditorial staff2024.04.09

Ani Mine

Ani Mine (Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture), which was said to be the best in Japan during the Edo period and supported the Kubota Domain

Ani Mine, located in Kitaakita City in northern Akita Prefecture, bordering Iwate Prefecture, was one of Japan's leading copper mines and operated until 1986 (Showa 61). Along with the Innai Silver Mine, it supported the finances of the Kubota Domain.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.04.08

[Fukushima Prefecture] Take a leisurely stroll in spring! 5 recommended spots for strolling among the flowers

Spring has finally arrived! It's the perfect season for a stroll. On a warm, sunny day, you'll want to stroll around and admire the colorful flowers. In Fukushima Prefecture, rich in nature...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.04.04

Shiogama Shrine and Shiwahiko Shrine

Did they receive special treatment from the government in the past? Shiogama Shrine and Shiwahiko Shrine, Ichinomiya of Mutsu Province [Miya...

When it comes to first shrine visits of the New Year for Miyagi residents, the most famous ones are Osaki Hachimangu Shrine and Sendai Toshogu Shrine in Sendai City, Takekoma Shrine in Iwanuma City, and Shiogama Shrine in Shiogama City. Among these, Shiogama Shrine in Shiogama City is particularly popular.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.04.02

[Akita Prefecture] Nyuto Onsenkyo, a hot spring resort dotted with hidden hot springs surrounded by virgin forests, offers a wide variety of...

Nyuto Onsenkyo, located in Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, is located among the lush beech forests of Towada-Hachimantai National Park, which stretches across Aomori and Iwate prefectures. It is located on Mount Nyuto, known as Mount Eboshi in Iwate.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.04.01

Mitsuishi Shrine

A rock with a demon's hand in it? Mitsuishi Shrine, where Iwate's roots are woven. (Iwate Prefecture)

In the center of Morioka City, if you head north from the intersection in front of the Courthouse, where the Ishiwari Sakura tree is located on Chuo-dori Street, you will come across Tokenji Temple along the road. Behind the temple is Mitsuishi Shrine...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.03.28

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