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If you try, it will be done. If you don't try, it won't be done. If something doesn't get done, it's because people don't try

A journey unraveling the history of Yonezawa feudal lord Uesugi Yozan: what is the meaning behind the saying "If you try, you can do it"?.

One of the most important figures in the history of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, is Uesugi Yozan. To this day, he is affectionately and respectfully referred to as Lord Yozan. In this article, we will explore who Uesugi Yozan was...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.01

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] The ultimate luxury of enjoying Yonezawa beef along with hot springs!

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.29

Cherries (Sato Nishiki)

Sato Nishiki cherries have a 100-year history! New varieties, including large and frozen varieties, are now available!.

Yamagata Prefecture's Sato Nishiki cherries are famous for their high-quality, delicious flavor. They are popular as a fruit that brightens up early summer. While Sato Nishiki is a high-quality fruit,...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.03

Takahata Winery sign

Enjoy a blissful drink at Takahata Winery! Discover carefully crafted wines [Yamagata Prefecture]

Takahata Town is located in Higashiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture. Takahata Winery, which continues to operate in this town, produces over 700,000 bottles of wine annually. The winery's goal is to celebrate Takahata Winery's 100th anniversary...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.16

Street vendors still selling these at train stations today | What is Yonezawa City's hidden specialty, "Toge no Chikara Mochi"? [Yama...

Have you heard of train station stand sales? As the name suggests, stand sales are a style of sales where vendors with pouches hanging from their necks sell bento boxes and other items on train platforms. You've probably seen them in old movies...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.15

[Yamagata Prefecture] Yamagata's sake, "SAKE," served in a wine glass, is extremely popular with women!

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.12.02

Namekawa Valley

[Yonezawa, Yamagata Prefecture] Enjoy Namekawa Onsen at Fukushimaya Ryokan, a hidden gem deep in the mountains! Enjoy the 80m waterfall...

Namegawa Onsen is located near the border with Fukushima Prefecture. It is a hot spring resort surrounded by the Azuma mountain range, which is representative of Yonezawa City. It is also known nationwide as one of the Ten Hot Springs of Yonezawa. This time, we will introduce...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.12.28

[Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture] Introducing 3 Traditional Sweets Perfect for Souvenirs! We'll also pick out some famous shops with long histories...

Yamagata is home to many traditional sweets, including Okitsunehan, Sakedane Anpan, and Kirizansho. This time, we'll be introducing three of the most popular sweets, perfect for souvenirs.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.11.30

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Chidokan Domain School and Chido Museum are the best spots for historical dramas in the Shonai region! [Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture]

Chidokan is the only remaining domain school in the Tohoku region. Students could learn the contents of what is currently taught at elementary school through graduate school. The buildings on the grounds are open to the public. Audio guidance is available...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.09.20

Harakata Sashiko

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] Harakata Sashiko is a symbol of Yonezawa's tradition and culture!

Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture is a home of handicrafts. A variety of traditional crafts, including safflower dyeing and woodworking, have been produced here for a long time. Yonezawa Tsumugi, which we previously introduced on NEFT, is one such example.

Chimon2018.09.10

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