Have you heard of the fabric called "Yonezawa Tsumugi"? Yonezawa Tsumugi, also known as "Safflower Tsumugi" or "Okitama Tsumugi," is a popular tsumugi fabric for people of all ages and genders. It is made using only natural dyes, including safflower, to create vibrant colors...
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At Studio Sedic Shonai Open Set, you can see the actual sets that have been used for filming. This open set has been used for a variety of filmings, including period dramas, such as "Yusha Yoshihi"...
When it comes to autumn foliage in Tohoku, Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture and the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains in Aomori Prefecture are famous, but Yamagata Prefecture also has many famous autumn foliage spots. While the best time to see the leaves varies depending on the location, most of the best viewing season is in October.
At the intersection of National Route 13 and National Route 21, which connects to Yamagata Zao, stands a wonderful confectionery factory that Yamagata is proud of. It is the Sibel Factory, the place where the history of rusks in Japan began...
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Mount Hoshu Risshakuji, a Tendai Buddhist temple located in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, is a nationally renowned scenic spot known as a mountain temple. The spectacular views from the temple and the numerous temples known as power spots are sure to...
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Mount Chokai, which straddles Akita and Yamagata prefectures, is one of Japan's 100 most scenic spots and is also counted among Japan's 100 most famous mountains. With an elevation of over 2,300 meters, its peak soars above the clouds...
The Yonezawa Eight Hot Springs are eight hot springs located on the outskirts of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture. Located at an altitude of approximately 1,000 to 1,250 meters, they offer hot springs nestled in the middle of nature and open-air baths with spectacular views.
At this time of year, the Tohoku region is in the midst of excitement with imoni (sweet potato stew) parties. Friends gather on the riverbanks to deepen their friendships. This is a typical autumn event in the Tohoku region. However, in Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, the imoni...
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Even though Tohoku is cool, summers are still hot. When you travel around, you'll want to eat cold food. Yamagata Prefecture has dishes like mugi-kiri, chilled meat soba, and chilled ramen...
The Yamagata Hanagasa Festival is held every year for three days from August 5th to 7th around JR Yamagata Station. With a colorful Zao Daigongen float at the front, you can hear shouts of "Yatsusho, Makasho!"...
