Setting aside the debate over whether Namahage are demons or gods, there are many demon legends on the Oga Peninsula. The story is based on the story of the five animals who visited with Emperor Wu of Han...
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When you hear the word Oga, the first thing that comes to mind is Namahage. Every year on New Year's Eve, a demon-like figure wearing a mask with a terrifying face and a costume made of straw...
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The current former Hachiro Lagoon and Oga Peninsula. The area surrounded by waterways is reclaimed land (Ogata Village) © Geospatial Information Authority of Japan
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Oga Peninsula was born 20,000 years ago. Oga Peninsula was an island 6,000 years ago. The peninsula that juts out into the Sea of Japan first appeared on land about 20,000 years ago. Times are icy...
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Nyudozaki is located at the northern tip of the Oga Peninsula. On top of a hill with a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan, there is the Nyudosaki Lighthouse, a valuable lighthouse that can be climbed...
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Oga Peninsula's representative tourist attractions include many strangely shaped rocks such as Godzilla Rock and the Great Pier, which are popular for their interesting shapes, but these...
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What impression do you have of "Namahage"? A scary demon that goes around every house on New Year's Eve and threatens children by telling them, ``No bad kids!''...
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There are countless rocks with very interesting shapes called strange rocks around the world. Japan also has many strangely shaped rocks. Among them, it has recently attracted attention...
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On the Oga Peninsula, located in the western part of Akita Prefecture overlooking the Sea of Japan, you will be greeted by Namahage. There are many sightseeing spots and hot springs, making it a must-see spot for sightseeing in Akita Prefecture...
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A tour of the Oga Peninsula where you can fully enjoy the Sea of Japan Akita Prefecture is rectangular in shape, extending from north to south. The peninsula that juts out to the west is the birthplace of Namahage...
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