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Yamagata Station

An express train that ran under overhead wires despite being a diesel train (Ou Main Line and Senzan Line)

This time, we will introduce express trains that ran on the Ou Main Line and Senzan Line, including one that was operated by diesel railcars, even though the entire section from its starting station to its terminal station was electrified.

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2025.08.08

[Aomori Prefecture] Apples, quince, rice, soybeans, black garlic, and even clams! Aomori...

Aomori Prefecture is surrounded by the sea on three sides and blessed with natural features such as volcanoes, hot springs, caldera lakes, and brackish lakes, and is rich in seafood, mountain produce, such as wild vegetables, and agricultural products, including rice, fruit, and garlic.

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.08.07

Matsushima

Appearing in episode 2 of the anime "That's Journey"! How to get to Matsushima, one of Japan's Three Most Viewed Places...

A TV anime called "That's Journey" was broadcast from April to June 2025. The main character, Chika Suzugamori, an aspiring manga artist, is...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2025.08.05

Among the six Tohoku prefectures' castles, the pride of Aizu, Tsuruga Castle, which held off large armies during the Boshin War...

During the Boshin War of the Meiji Restoration, the feudal domains of Fukushima Prefecture fought fiercely against the Meiji government forces (Imperial Army) as part of the Oshu-Uetsu Alliance Army, and many castles were damaged during the fighting. Aizu's Tsuruga Castle...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.08.01

Miyagi catch images

[Miyagi Prefecture] Blue Impulse soft for shark fins and sunflowers! ? Miyagi Road...

Miyagi Prefecture has the lowest number of roadside stations out of the six Tohoku prefectures, but it is not inferior to other prefectures in terms of soft-serve ice cream personality. Roadside stations where you can enjoy delicious soft serve ice cream are concentrated in the northern part of the prefecture...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.07.29

A town of water that squeals the time, in Michiyacho, Morioka City. A life woven together with spring water [Iwate Prefecture]

Located near the heart of Morioka, Natayacho is an area with a tranquility that seems to be a step back from the hustle and bustle of modern times. Just enter one street with a car, and the sky flows...

editorial staffeditorial staff2025.07.25

Kakunodate, a castle town where flowers were opened during the Satake Kita family era [Senboku City highlights 3]

Kakunodate blossomed largely in the 215th year of the Edo period, when it was ruled by the Satake Hokke family, who was respected by the residents as a "lord." The townscape created by Ashina...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2025.07.24

Yumoto Station

Limited Express/Express trains that run only under the overhead line despite a diesel car (Joban Line edition)

This time, we will introduce trains that operated by diesel vehicles (diesel vehicles) from the express trains and express trains that ran on the Joban Line, even though the entire section from the first to the final stop is electrified. In addition, special trains...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2025.07.22

Enjoy day trips to hot springs in Yamagata Zao! We will also introduce the model courses recommended by the author.

Yamagata Zao Onsen is located at the foot of the Zao mountain range in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture. This popular hot spring resort, with a long history and a reputation for its "beauty baths," is still visited by tourists from all over Japan in search of its high-quality waters.

editorial staffeditorial staff2025.07.18

[Fukushima Prefecture] Unique soft serve ice cream found at a roadside station! Is it possible? none...

Fukushima, which has 36 road stations in the prefecture, has the unique unique features of the original software sold at each station, making it fun to eat around the food. Inside, they said, "What! Why is this soft serve ice cream...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.07.16

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