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What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition
[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is July 14th?
On July 14, 1945 (Showa 20), 11 of the 12 Seikan ferries were attacked by US Navy aircraft during an air raid (Aomori Prefecture)...
Aomori Prefecture
Festival
Summer isn't just about the six major festivals! Five spectacular summer festivals across Tohoku!
Tohoku has many more spectacular summer festivals that rival the six major festivals! Festivals packed with the charm of each region will make the Tohoku summer even more exciting! Hachinohe Sansha Festival (Aomori Prefecture)...
Festival
Information on the 2025 edition of the "Tohoku Six Major Festivals" that will brighten up the Tohoku summer!
Summer in Tohoku is all about festivals! Here's a roundup of the 2025 dates for the "Six Major Tohoku Festivals," major events that bring local traditions to life and are enjoyed by both locals and tourists.
Traditions and customs
A creature similar to, yet different from, the Kappa? What is the terrifying water spirit "Medotsu" from Hachinohe? [Aomori Prefecture]
In some areas of Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, there is a long-standing legend of a creepy yokai called "Medotsu" or "Medochi." While it resembles the nationally known "Kappa," it is different...
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What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition
[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 19th?
June 19th is known as the Cherry Blossom Memorial Day, and it is the birthday and anniversary of the death of novelist Osamu Dazai. On June 19th, 1909, in Kitatsugaru County, Aomori Prefecture,...
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What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition
[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 18th?
Scallop Day (Aomori Prefecture) June 18th is "Scallop Day," established by the Aomori Prefectural Fisheries Cooperative Association and the Mutsu Bay Fisheries Promotion Association. The "ho" in "scallop" (hotate) is broken down to "juhachi" (18), meaning June is the month of scallops.
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What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition
[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 13th?
Hayabusa Day (Asteroid Explorer) is a commemorative day established by the Galactic Federation, an organization of five cities and two towns that began interacting through a research facility run by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). *The name of the San...
Local stories from Tohoku
The interesting endings of Aomori's Tsugaru dialect! Learn the quirks and meanings of the dialect commonly used by locals...
Many people may think, "I don't understand what Tsugaru dialect is saying!" But if you listen carefully, you'll find that the endings of the words are full of humor and kindness...
Aomori Prefecture
What is Tsugaru Soba? What sets it apart from regular soba? Explaining its hidden characteristics and appeal [Aomori]
Tsugaru soba, a dish beloved in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, may look similar to regular soba noodles, but it's actually a local delicacy that has evolved in its own unique way in terms of its preparation, texture, and flavor. In this article...
Tohoku gourmet
Is the era of "Aomori = melon" coming? Exploring the appeal of Tsugaru city's high-quality melons...
When people think of Aomori, apples come to mind, but in recent years, the melons grown in Tsugaru City, Aomori Prefecture, have been gaining attention. Why is melon so popular now in this land known as the apple kingdom?.