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Yamagata Prefecture

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What is "Egatani Nyobo"? A detailed explanation from the plot to its features [Yamagata Prefecture]

Egatani Nyobo is a folk tale passed down throughout Japan, but did you know that the plot and ending vary slightly depending on the region in which it is passed down? In this article, we will introduce the plot of Egatani Nyobo, as told in Yamagata...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.04.07

[Kahoku Town, Yamagata Prefecture] The completely free "Kahoku Town Children's Zoo" is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year! 30 species...

Yamagata Prefecture has only one zoo: the Kahoku Children's Zoo. Zoos in Tokyo and elsewhere often hold "night zoos" for a limited time, such as during the summer.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2022.03.25

[Yamagata Prefecture] Why not enjoy a look at the history of safflower culture from Risshakuji Temple in the mountains?

Did you know that Yamagata Prefecture's prefectural flower is the safflower? Yamagata Prefecture is the top producer of safflower in Japan. Historically, Yamagata Prefecture was Japan's top producer of safflower in the early Edo period...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.03.19

[Yamagata Prefecture] What is Hanagasa Ondo? A detailed introduction from overview to interesting anecdotes

Hanagasa Ondo, with its lively shakuhachi, shamisen, and taiko drum accompaniment and the memorable chant "Yasho, makasho," is a folk song performed at the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival, held every year from August 5th to 7th...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.03.05

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What is Monkey Jizo? A folktale about a monkey who pretended to be Jizo and gained good fortune [Yamagata Prefecture]

"Saru Jizo," a folktale that originated in Yamagata and was broadcast on the Japanese folklore show Manga Nippon Mukashibanashi in January 1976, is a folktale that is widely passed down in Yamaguchi, Saitama, Niigata, and other prefectures. In this article, we will introduce the story of Saru Jizo in Yamagata.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.03.02

[Ramen Kingdom: Yamagata Prefecture] 5 Famous Restaurants for Yonezawa Ramen, a Light Soy Sauce Noodle with High Water Content!

Yamagata Prefecture is said to be the top ramen consumer in Japan. As a remnant of the Edo period feudal domains, the prefecture is divided into four regions: Okitama, Murayama, Mogami, and Shonai.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.02.23

Enjoy Yamagata soba! Introducing soba unique to Yamagata and recommended restaurants

If you're looking for a trip to eat delicious soba noodles, Yamagata Prefecture is the place to go. Yamagata Prefecture is the second largest consumer of soba noodles in Japan. As a soba-loving prefecture, there are many soba restaurants...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.21

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What is Ubaki? A detailed introduction to the Yamagata folktale that was also broadcast in Manga Nippon Mukashibanashi

Did you know that Yamagata has many folk tales, including some famous ones that were even broadcast on the Japanese comic strip Manga Mukashi Banashi? In this article, we'll introduce one of them, "Ubaki"...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.19

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What is Kesaranpasaran? A detailed explanation of the mysterious object that brings good fortune [Yamagata Prefecture]

We all know that Kesaranpasaran is said to bring happiness to the person who holds it, but there are probably a surprising number of people who don't really know whether it is a living thing or a plant...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.17

Rime Trees of Zao②

[Yamagata Prefecture] See the natural artwork "Snow Monsters" at Zao Onsen Ski Resort!

Have you heard of the many white "snow monsters" that can be seen at Zao Onsen Ski Resort in Yamagata Prefecture? These impressive frost-covered trees are works of art created by nature! They can only be seen in winter...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.14

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