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The Crane's Return 00

The origin of the legend of "The Crane's Gratitude"? "Urushiyama, Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture" and "Tsurupunzan Chinzoji Temple"

The folktale "The Crane's Return of Favor" begins with "Once upon a time..." and is a story that many people have probably heard at least once. Similar versions of this famous folktale exist all over Japan, but in Yamagata...

ikokeikoke2023.01.20

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[Shonai Region, Yamagata Prefecture] Dongara, a beloved dish in the Shonai region that warms both body and soul...

In the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, there is a soup that has long been loved and eaten during the harsh winter. It was originally only delicious near the sea, but now that distribution has improved, it is enjoyed throughout the entire prefecture.

ikokeikoke2023.01.19

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Snow Lantern Festival | Come see the fantastic scenery unique to a snowy country!

The Snow Lantern Festival in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, which has been decided to be held for the first time in three years, is a popular festival with many fans not only among local residents but also from within and outside the prefecture. The entire area is covered in a world of snow, and it's even snowing...

ikokeikoke2023.01.18

Yonezawa beef from Yamagata

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Yamagata Prefecture

When you think of Yamagata Station's ekiben, the first thing that comes to mind is the now nationally popular "Beef Domannaka." This bento is made with locally grown "Domannaka" rice and topped with a generous amount of beef...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.10

[Yamagata Prefecture] Recommended for winter outings! Yamagata Sound and Light Fantasia 2022

Currently, Yamagata Prefecture is hosting a number of fantastical illumination events that perfectly complement the winter scenery. Among them, the "Yamagata Sound and Light Fantasia 2022" that we will introduce today is an illumination event that...

NakaNaka2022.12.28

[Yamagata Prefecture] Traveling within Yamagata Prefecture just got more convenient! The newly opened Tohoku Chuo Expressway's toll-free section...

Good news for those who want to enjoy driving in Yamagata Prefecture! The Tohoku Chuo Expressway's Higashinekita IC to Murayamamoto-Iida IC and Shinjo Sakegawa IC to Shinjo Mamurogawa IC have opened one after another, making it easy to drive from Soma City, Fukushima Prefecture...

NakaNaka2022.12.24

[Yamagata Prefecture] Is it really 0% alcohol? Tohoku's first mocktail specialty store, LiFE (L...

Mocktails, authentic non-alcoholic cocktails that even those who don't like alcohol can enjoy, are gaining attention worldwide. This time, we'll be introducing LiFE, the Tohoku region's first mocktail specialty shop, located in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture.

NakaNaka2022.12.22

Mogami safflower

"Mogami Safflower" certified as a Japanese Heritage and Japanese Agricultural Heritage [Yamagata Prefecture]

Safflower has been cultivated since ancient times as a raw material for dyeing red and yellow colors. In addition, the seeds are used to produce oil (safflower oil, safflower oil, safflower oil, safflower oil)...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2022.12.19

[Yamagata Prefecture] An idol born in Yamagata! The momentum that has taken the world by storm is astonishing! 100% Yamagata...

A company wanted to promote Yamagata to more people and decided to create an idol group from Yamagata. They began recruiting members in June of this year, and after numerous auditions, they chose a group of four girls...

ikokeikoke2022.12.17

[Yamagata Prefecture] A blissful moment: A recommended hideaway cafe surrounded by nature (Murayama, Sai...

Yamagata Prefecture is home to many wonderful cafes, but this time we'll be introducing some special hidden cafes where you can enjoy a quiet moment surrounded by nature. [Murayama Region] Orai...

NakaNaka2022.12.06

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