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[Akita Prefecture] What is Kashima? Detailed explanation of the doll Dosojin belief passed down in Akita Prefecture

Dososhin, a place located on the borders of villages and on the roads of mountain passes, is said to prevent the arrival of foreign epidemics and evil spirits, is a distinctive feature of the existence of various types and shapes throughout Japan...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.03.01

It's not just rice fields art! "Winter rice fields art" drawn with footprints on snowy fields [Aomori...

When it comes to Rice Field Art, Aomori Prefecture, it is known for its famous rice fields. Ranachate Village, located in the central part of Aomori Prefecture, is also the birthplace of northern rice cultivation culture, so rice cultivation is popular...

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.02.28

fresh oysters

Processed oyster miso and oyster simmered oysters are perfect as souvenirs! [Miyagi Prefecture]

When it comes to oysters, Hiroshima Prefecture is famous, but Miyagi Prefecture's oysters boast the second largest farmed harvest in the country in 2020. Miyagi Prefecture also has many processed products made with oysters. Oysters as souvenirs...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.26

What is a sequel? A detailed introduction to the mysterious stones drawn by Yanagita Kunio in Tono Monogatari [Rock...

In Ayaori-cho, Tono City, Iwate Prefecture, there is a mysterious stone called "Sekai Stone" that can be placed on two stones lined up like two platforms and passed underneath like a torii gate. Yanagida, a folklorist...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.25

A stone monument with a Freemasonry mark engraved on the ruins of Sendai Castle Ote Gate

A Freemasonry stone monument near the ruins of Sendai Castle Otemon? Examining Sendai mystery! ...

Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, is home to Date Masamune's castle, Sendai Castle (Aoba Castle), and near the site of the major gate, there is a stone monument that appears to be from a "Freemason," making it a hot topic as a small urban legend...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2022.02.22

Miyagi Prefecture: A tour of famous footbath hot springs | Recommended footbath spots in Akiu, Sakunami, and Naruko...

A must-see for footbath lovers! We'll introduce you to some footbath spots where you can easily enjoy Miyagi Prefecture's famous hot springs. Miyagi Prefecture is home to many famous hot springs, but there are also plenty of other places to enjoy a footbath while sightseeing, touring, or just for a quick...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.20

grilled scallops

[Aomori Prefecture] Enjoy “Mutsu Bay Scallops” with local cuisine!

The sweet and deliciousness of scallops is amazing. Aomori Prefecture is the second largest catch for scallops after Hokkaido. In particular, scallops are farmed a lot. And Aomori...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.16

Ishinomaki Genki Ichiba

"Ishino Maki Genki Ichiba" is a hot spot where delicious food from Mt. Kinka is gathered! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Ishinomaki Genki Ichiba has been opening since 2017 along the Kitakami River in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, which was heavily damaged by the earthquake. A market where you can enjoy the "energy" and "delicious" of Ishinomaki City...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.15

Zao's ice tree ②

[Yamagata Prefecture] See the natural art work “Snow Monster” at Zao Onsen Ski Resort!

Do you know the many white "snow monsters" that you can see at Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Yamagata Prefecture? These ice trees are powerful works of art created by nature! Only in winter...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.14

[Aomori Prefecture] What is the sight of “Senbon Torii” where the vermilion torii gates go on forever?

When you think of Inari Shrine, the red torii gate is impressive, but the vermilion senbon torii gate you can see at Takayama Inari Shrine in Aomori Prefecture, at the northern tip of Honshu, is impressive. In Aomori Prefecture, where there are many snow, there are gardens buried in white snow, and vermilion torii gates...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.13

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