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[Inawashiro Town, Fukushima Prefecture] Experience nature at Minamigaoka Ranch in Bandai Plateau

Minamigaoka Ranch in Bandai Kogen is an open-air ranch with a panoramic view of Mount Bandai. It is popular for its various dairy products made with milk from Guernsey cows, a rare breed in Japan. This time, we will be introducing Minamigaoka Ranch, which has a fantastic location...

natsukinatsuki2023.08.07

The Zaimokuiwa Rocks of Obara in Shiraishi are a natural phenomenon, a spectacular spot for viewing columnar joints! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Have you heard of columnar jointing, a natural landscape? While it's a typical example of this landscape at Tojinbo in Fukui Prefecture and Takachiho Gorge in Miyazaki Prefecture, it can actually be seen in Miyagi Prefecture as well. This time...

AoiwaAoiwa2023.08.04

[Miyagi Prefecture] 5 Recommended Beaches in Miyagi Prefecture! Here are the beaches with high transparency and good water quality...

Every year around May, Miyagi Prefecture conducts water quality tests at beaches that are scheduled to open for swimming. In 2023, water quality tests will be conducted at 15 beaches that are scheduled to open for swimming, with results reported on June 6th.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.08.03

[Mount Chokai-Tobishima Geopark: Yuza and Sakata] The Shonai Plain is blessed with the bounty of Mount Chokai

Mount Chokai is a rare mountain with two peaks (East Chokai-san Shinzan and West Chokai-san Nabemori) that rise from 0m above sea level on the Sea of ​​Japan to a summit at 2,236m. Its beautiful appearance...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.08.02

[Fukushima Prefecture] 12 recommended beaches in Fukushima Prefecture! Enjoy both ocean beaches and lake swimming!

Fukushima Prefecture is roughly divided vertically into three regions: Hamadori, which faces the Pacific Ocean from the east; Nakadori, where the Oshu Kaido road runs; and Aizu, a basin in the mountains to the west. Of these, Hamadori is...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.08.01

[Shinjo City, Yamagata Prefecture] Shinjo Festival, an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property said to be the largest float procession in Japan

The Shinjo Festival is a three-day summer festival held annually from August 24th to 26th in Shinjo City, a former castle town in northern Yamagata Prefecture. Its gorgeous float procession is said to be "Japan's largest float procession.".

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.07.31

Spa Resort Hawaiians

[Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture] Locals tell you how to enjoy Spa Resort Hawaiians!

Summer vacation brings to mind the beach, the pool, and Hawaiians! Spa Resort Hawaiians' expansive grounds include a hotel, hot springs, a pool, and more, allowing you to experience the feeling of summer no matter the season.

natsukinatsuki2023.07.28

[Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture] Tsuruoka City is home to four national hot spring resorts

Tsuruoka City is home to four national hot spring resorts: Yutagawa Onsen, Atsumi Onsen, Yunohama Onsen, and Yura Onsen.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.07.26

[Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture] Mushi Tech World | If you're struggling with your summer vacation research project, come here...

Mushi Tech World is an experiential science museum located in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. It offers hands-on learning about natural science with a focus on insects. Visitors can make crafts like shiny mud balls and sherbet...

natsukinatsuki2023.07.24

Risshakuji Temple

Risshakuji Temple, part of the Four Temples Corridor, along with Chusonji Temple, Motsuji Temple, and Zuiganji Temple (Yamagata Prefecture)

Mount Hoju Risshakuji Temple in Yamagata Prefecture, commonly known as Yamadera, is a Tendai sect temple said to have been founded by Ennin, the founder of the Tendai sect, at the request of Emperor Seiwa in 860.

AoiwaAoiwa2023.07.22

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