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Hachirotaro legend

What is the legend of Hachirotaro? Introducing three episodes that even residents of the prefecture don't know much about [Akita Prefecture]

In Akita, the legend of Hachirotaro, the dragon god of Hachirogata, is left behind in various places, from human to dragon, and the legend of Hachirogata was found in the days before he married Princess Tatsuko of Lake Tazawa, who lives in Hachirogata. In this article, we will introduce many of the Hachirota...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.04.05

[Fukushima Prefecture] 5 recommended cherry blossom spots | Let's go on a very satisfying photo trip! (Aizu edition)

Fukushima Prefecture has many famous spots with great views, where you can enjoy flowers in every season. Among them, the famous cherry blossom spots that capture the hearts of Japanese people and keep you from letting go are definitely something you'd love to visit as a day of outings that will make you feel the spring. So...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.04.04

Illustration of mountain fortune stones

What is the "Yamasoshi Stone" a folk tale that is passed down in Hiraizumi? The setting of the story is also detailed [Iwate Prefecture]

Have you heard of the folk tale of "Yamafushi Stone" set in the basin of the Togawachi River that flows through Hiraizumi? This article introduces the synopsis of the Yamabushi stones, as well as the Otoko Falls (Kotoga Falls) and Onna Falls (Biwaga Falls) that still remain on the Togawachi River...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.03.31

[Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture] Enjoy a day trip bath at Dake Onsen | Introducing recommended spots

Take Onsen, located in Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a hot spring resort surrounded by the rich nature of Mt. Adachi Tara. Its attractive features are its rich sources, which have bactericidal properties and are expected to have beauty benefits. A pleasant day to go out and visit...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.03.30

[Fukushima Prefecture] 5 cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture | A trip to cherry blossom viewing spots

Fukushima Prefecture is rich in nature and has many famous flower spots. When you think of spring, the cherry blossoms are the best. Under the spring sky, looking out at the flowers and flowers will make your heart brighter. So this time...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.03.26

[Yamagata Prefecture] Why not enjoy watching the history of safflower culture from Yamaji Temple's "Tateishi-ji"?

Did you know that the prefecture flowers of Yamagata Prefecture are "safflowers"? Yamagata Prefecture is the highest safflower production in Japan. Tracing history, Yamagata Prefecture was the number one safflower producer in Japan even in the early Edo period...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.03.19

[Tono, Iwate Prefecture] “Tono Monogatari no Yakata” allows you to experience old tales for yourself! Rent the hometown of monsters...

This time, we will mainly introduce Toono's Monogatari Mansion, a spot that represents Tono, famous as the home of monsters. It is a place where you can see and touch and hear many stories, including Tono Monogatari, and enjoy. ...

.NEFT Editorial Department2022.03.18

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

[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

If you do it, it will happen.If you don't do it, it will not happen.If it doesn't happen, it's because you didn't do it for others.

The lord of Yonezawa Domain, Uesugi Takayama, is the thought that he put into the words "If you do it, you will become"...

Uesugi Takayama is one of the important figures in discussing the history of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture. Until today, he was known as Takayama Lord with respect and friendliness. In this article, we will introduce what Uesugi Takayama is...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.01

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