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Filled with retro charm! We visited Nanokamachi Street, a little-known tourist spot in Aizu!

When people visit Aizu, they tend to focus on Tsuruga Castle and Nisshinkan, but we mustn't forget Nanokamachi Street, located just outside the city center. Here, you'll find traditional Aizu shops...

Chimon2018.04.10

Akita: A hidden cherry blossom viewing spot at night? Stroll through Seishi Park, home to Buddhist ruins

Spring is here, the season of beautiful flowers. Akita Prefecture is a lush green prefecture, so naturally there are many famous flower spots throughout the prefecture. When you think of spring, the cherry blossoms are the most representative. Speaking of spring flowers...

akoako2018.04.03

Cape Nyudo

Let's go beyond Namahage Village! Recommended driving route on the Oga Peninsula

Located in western Akita Prefecture overlooking the Sea of ​​Japan, the Oga Peninsula welcomes visitors with its many tourist attractions and hot springs, making it a must-see spot for any Akita visitor. The Oga Peninsula, with its many tourist attractions and hot springs, traces the contours of the prefecture...

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.28

Kokeshi dolls from Sakunami Onsen

Whisky in a natural hot spring! The hidden charm of Sendai's inner sanctum, Sakunami Onsen! [...

Sakunami Onsen is located about 40 minutes from downtown Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Sakunami Onsen is not only a hot spring, but also boasts beautiful nature and Japan's leading whiskey...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.03.21

Bennyland

Head to the highest subway station in Japan and enjoy Sendai's two major theme parks!

This is a panoramic view of Sendai city. Where do you think the view is from? This is actually a subway station! The highest subway station in Japan! "Yagiyama Zoological Park Station" In Sendai, there are many subways that cross the road...

Chimon2018.03.20

Tsuruga Castle (Aizuwakamatsu)

[Fukushima Prefecture] A wide variety of unique accommodations! Hot spring inns you'll want to stay at when visiting Aizu

Fukushima Prefecture is home to a variety of hot springs, many of which are unique lodgings that take advantage of the terrain and spring quality. While luxurious inns and luxury hotels are a dream, choosing an interesting lodging is sure to make it an unforgettable experience.

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.18

Hachimando

Enjoy the World Heritage Site of Hiraizumi! Here's the recommended driving route!

In June 2011, the Hiraizumi Historic Sites in Iwate Prefecture were registered as a World Heritage Site. Representative sites that make up the World Heritage Site include Chusonji Temple and Motsuji Temple, but we recommend visiting as many tourist spots as possible...

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.17

Tono Furusato Village

Discover the original Japanese landscape! Tono, Iwate Prefecture, has plenty to see

Located about an hour by train from Shin-Hanamaki Station, Tono City is home to numerous folk tales and legends. There are many charming spots, including old-fashioned houses and a river where kappa are said to have lived.

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.15

Shishigahana Marsh

Shishigahana Marsh: A mysterious forest space that spreads out at the foot of Mount Chokai

Among the beautiful landscapes that unfold near Mount Chokai, a sacred mountain in Akita Prefecture, we will introduce the particularly famous Shishigahana Marsh. This is an important spot that is indispensable when talking about the beauty of the foothills of Mount Chokai.

akoako2018.03.11

Yonezawa Tsumugi

A textile born from the charm of nature! Try wearing Yonezawa Tsumugi! [Yamagata Prefecture]

Have you heard of the fabric called "Yonezawa Tsumugi"? Yonezawa Tsumugi, also known as "Safflower Tsumugi" or "Okitama Tsumugi," is a popular tsumugi fabric for people of all ages and genders. It is made using only natural dyes, including safflower, to create vibrant colors...

Chimon2018.03.09

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