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Tagajo, the mysterious northern capital that appears in utamakura poems from the Heian period (Miyagi Prefecture)

Taga Castle was built during the Nara period by the Yamato Imperial Court as a base for controlling the uncivilized Emishi (northeastern Japan). It was located in the Tohoku region, then known as Mutsu Province.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2022.10.05

Sanbongi Tateyama Park (Osaki City)

Osaki Kodo, a farmland that lives with water and has been designated a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (Miyagi Prefecture)

"Osaki Kodo" is probably unfamiliar to most people outside of the area. Located in northern Miyagi Prefecture, Osaki City is the center of the area, encompassing Shikama Town, Kami Town, and Wakuya Town.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2022.10.04

Jionji Temple Terrace: A Historical Journey Through Time, Featuring a Stylish Temple Cafe (Yamagata Prefecture)

Yamagata Prefecture is home to many temples and shrines of great historical value. This time, we'll introduce Jionji Terrace, a facility where you can experience precious cultural assets and history while relaxing at a cafe with terrace seating...

NakaNaka2022.10.01

JR Rikuu East Line

3 Recommended Local Trains in Miyagi Prefecture! From the City of Forests to the Land of Beautiful Mountains and Rivers

There are many local JR lines in the north of the prefecture, and the commuter and student traffic on lines departing from Sendai Station is comparable to that in the Tokyo metropolitan area during rush hour. However, if you go a little way from the city center, you can enjoy tranquil countryside, mountain, and seascapes.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.09.24

[Yamagata Prefecture] Get a taste of a mini trip to Korea at Roadside Station Tozawa Koraikan!

Due to the spread of COVID-19, it has become increasingly difficult to travel abroad as easily as before. This time, we will introduce a country that consistently ranks highly as a popular destination for travel during this COVID-19 pandemic.

NakaNaka2022.09.23

[Tsuruta Town, Aomori Prefecture] Feel like Sayuri Yoshinaga? "Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge" is a picturesque spot

Aomori Prefecture is rich in nature and has many scenic spots. This time, we will introduce Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge, which has become particularly popular in recent years. The beautiful scenery, which Sayuri Yoshinaga also visited, is a sight to behold...

NakaNaka2022.09.17

[Sagae City, Yamagata Prefecture] "Cherry Land Sagae" is a place where you can enjoy cherries all year round...

Cherries are a representative fruit of Yamagata, a fruit kingdom. This time, we will introduce original sweets made with cherries, Yamagata's specialty products, and delicious ingredients, which can be enjoyed all year round...

NakaNaka2022.09.15

[Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture] 5 popular restaurants where you can enjoy the famous clam ramen!

Lake Jusan, located on the Tsugaru Peninsula in Aomori Prefecture, is famous for its clam fishing. The waters of the Iwaki River and the Sea of ​​Japan mix together, creating an ideal environment for clams, resulting in large clams with a rich flavor.

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.09.09

Follow in the footsteps of Hideyo Noguchi! 4 recommended spots scattered throughout Fukushima Prefecture!

Hideyo Noguchi is famous for appearing on the 1,000 yen bill, but did you know that he was born in Fukushima Prefecture? The prefecture is home to buildings where he actually lived, as well as a museum. In this article...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.09.04

JR Morioka Station

[Iwate Prefecture] A good old retro trip! 5 spots to experience Morioka's history!

Morioka City, the prefectural capital of Iwate Prefecture, is a city that combines both old and new, with a retro atmosphere and urban streetscape. Morioka Castle, with its remaining stone walls, and the Red Brick Museum, which retains traces of the Meiji era, are popular tourist attractions.

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.09.03

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