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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

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] Excited! Enthusiasm! I do not want to return! Wonderful times at Miyagikyo Distillery...

If you live in Miyagi and love alcohol, there is a considerable chance that you will experience the Miyagikyo Distillery Tour Guide and the free course. When I asked everyone about this comprehensive trial course, I found it quite frequently, "Ah, for years...

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.03.27

[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

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

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] There are two world heritage sites in Tohoku! The charm of Japan's first World Heritage Site, Shirakami Sanchi...

We will introduce in detail the charms of "Shirakami Mountains." Shirakami Mountains is one of the largest virgin beech forests in the world! Shirakami Mountains was registered as a World Heritage Site in 1993. world heritage...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.01

Imizu limestone cave

[Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture] Irimizu Limestone Cave is a dungeon that you can crawl on on all fours! In Abukuma Cave...

Fukushima Prefecture has a nationally famous limestone cave called "Abukuma Cave." This time, we will be introducing another cave called "Irimizu" that forms the "Abukuma Cave System" along with the Abukuma Cave...

editorial staffeditorial staff2019.07.18

Smelt fishing

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Enjoy fishing for smelt, a specialty of Lake Iwado! Rent a set of tools...

Smelt fishing is usually popular with tourists, including many families and couples. Smelt fishing in Iwado Lake is known for being easy to achieve even for beginners. That's...

sugarsugar2019.01.10

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