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Zao Takayu Kokeshi dolls' expressions

Zao Takayu Kokeshi – Developed in Zao Onsen, drawing on the traditions of Tsuchiyu and Togatta...

Kokeshi dolls are one of the traditional crafts representative of the Tohoku region. They are a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique style found in every prefecture in the Tohoku region. This time, we will be looking at some of these kokeshi...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.11.26

Is Genghis Khan originated in Yamagata Zao? Why is it attracting attention from all over the country? [Yamagata Prefecture]

The Zao mountain range is part of the Ou Mountains, which stretch north to south through the center of the Tohoku region. It is a complex volcano group located on the border between Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures. The foothills of both prefectures are home to a wide variety of sports, including hot springs and ski resorts.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2024.11.12

Tohoku Autumn Foliage Driving Map: Yamagata Edition: Recommended Driving Courses and Surrounding Area Tours...

In Yamagata Prefecture, autumn leaves have already begun to turn red around highland driving routes such as the Zao and Azuma mountain ranges, and are now at their peak. However, they will soon begin to descend into the countryside. In this article, we will introduce the best autumn leaves to see in November.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.10.30

[Yamagata Prefecture] Stay at a roadside station! Introducing roadside stations in Yamagata Prefecture with accommodation facilities!

As car camping trips at roadside stations become a quiet trend, did you know that the number of roadside stations where you can stay safely is increasing? In this article, we will introduce roadside stations in Yamagata Prefecture that you can stay at safely...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.09.25

Akebia fruit

Over 90% of Akebia in Japan is produced in Tohoku! One of the autumn flavors, "Akebia" [Yamagata/Akita]

Although it is not a commonly sold fruit, Akebia is famous as one of the flavors of autumn. Although it is often thought of as growing wild in mountainous areas, it is actually also cultivated commercially and produced domestically.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.09.19

[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Yamagata Edition] Enjoy Yamagata's delicious autumn festivals!

When asked, "What is the first festival that comes to mind when thinking of Yamagata Prefecture?", many people would probably answer the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival, which is held every year from August 5th to 7th. There are many summer festivals in Yamagata Prefecture, but...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.08.21

The Itaya Pass Railway tackles steep slopes and harsh weather [Fukushima and Yamagata Prefectures]

Itaya Pass, located on the border between Fukushima and Yamagata prefectures, is the site of JR East's Yamagata Shinkansen and Yamagata Line, officially the Ou Main Line. The Ou Main Line is currently the Yamagata Shinkansen...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.08.07

Yamagata Hanagasa Festival

[2024 Event Information] Red flowers dance across the city! "Hanagasa Festival" in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture

The Yamagata Hanagasa Festival is held annually on August 5th, 6th, and 7th in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture. Over the three days, a total of approximately 139 groups and 9,800 dancers gather for this festival, which is a sight to behold across the Tohoku region.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2024.07.17

Three-story pagoda of Akutsu Hachiman Shrine

Yasukutsu Hachiman Shrine (Yamagata Prefecture) is home to the only three-story pagoda in the Okitama region, but its history is shrouded in mystery

Located in southeastern Yamagata Prefecture, Takahata Town, famous for its wine, is home to a shrine called Yasukutsu Hachiman Shrine. Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT [Takahata Town, Yamagata Prefecture] At 38 degrees north latitude, Takahata Town is home to famous American wine breweries...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.07.10

Yamagata Hanagasa Festival

[Yamagata Prefecture] The roots of the Yamagata Hanagasa lie in Obanazawa! Labor resulting from embankment construction...

Yamagata Prefecture's Hanagasa Festival is known as one of the six major festivals in the Tohoku region. Its trademark is the hats decorated with safflower, the prefectural flower of Yamagata. The Hanagasa Ondo chant "Yasho Makasho" is a must-hear...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2024.07.09

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    The emergence of a wealthy merchant with even greater financial resources than the feudal lord? The port of Sakata, prosperous due to Kitamae-bune (Kitamaebune) [Yamagata Prefecture]
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    Akita dogs are a Japanese treasure! The Akita Dog Preservation Society in Odate City strictly manages their bloodlines [Akita Prefecture]
  • The legendary pyramid that lies dormant in Kazuno City is called Kuromanta! [Akita Prefecture]
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    What is Ennen, a precious performing art that only a few remain in the modern era? | Mōtsu-ji Temple's Ennen Dance [...
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    Sannai-Maruyama Site, the largest Jomon site in Japan, located in the northernmost part of Honshu [Aomori Prefecture]
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    A pilgrimage to three locations in Yamagata Prefecture known as the "Dewa 100 Kannon," featuring 33 Kannon statues. [Yamagata Prefecture]
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    A renowned restaurant specializing in 100% buckwheat soba noodles! "Harapeko," a beloved local spot [Shiwa-cho, Shiwa-gun, Iwate Prefecture]
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Three UNESCO Cultural Heritage Sites: "Dainichido Bugaku," "Hanawa Bayashi," and "Kemanai Bon Festival".
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Plaque on the torii gate of Arahagihaba Shrine (Tagajo City)
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Minamoto no Yoshitsune
"Summer grass, the remains of the soldiers' dreams" Takadate, the final resting place of Minamoto no Yoshitsune [Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture]
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[Iwate Prefecture] 7 Famous Waters of Iwate Prefecture! Sweetfish and salmon swim upstream in the famous waters that flow through the city...
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Iwate Deer Dance
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