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Is the lid not closing the default?! A fried chicken bento that satisfies both your stomach and your heart...

Table of Contents1. Enjoy the soft, deep-fried chicken breast to your heart's content at "Bento no Essen"1.1 Bento no Essen <Information>2. Bold seasoning and plenty of meat juice...

Haruka Hashimoto2026.02.26

old architecture

Chusonji Temple's Golden Hall, Hirosaki Castle, and Shayokan Hall - Historical Buildings Made from Aomori Hiba (Claude Tree) [Aomori Prefecture]

Table of Contents1. Aomori Hiba (Claude cypress) is particularly effective at preventing insects, mold, and decay. The 900-year-old Konjikido Hall of Chusonji Temple still stands today. 2. The Konjikido Hall was first dismantled and repaired in 1962 (Showa 37). 2.1...

NORIJUN2026.02.25

B-grade gourmet food

We asked the staff at Morioka's soul food shop, Fukuda Pan, about their top 3 most popular breads!.

Table of Contents1. Morioka Citizens' Beloved Soul Food, "Fukuda Bread"2. Many Varieties! Fukuda Bread Popularity Ranking2.1. 1st Place: Bean Paste + Butter2.2. 2nd Place: Peanut + Butter2...

DaiwaConsilio2026.02.24

Alcohol

Refreshing taste created by fresh hops! Hop Japan's 3 craft beers...

Table of Contents1 What is Hop Japan Co., Ltd.?2 Tasting and comparing three types of Hop Japan craft beer3 "HOPJAPAN IPA" inspired by the sun4 "Ab..." inspired by trees.

Haruka Hashimoto2026.02.20

Traditions and customs

Christian? Monster? God? What is the mysterious gravestone "Poppo-sama" that remains in the Motoyoshi district? [...

Table of Contents1. The Man Who Couldn't Speak, Appeared on a Snowstormy Night2. The Words "Pawpaw, Pawpaw" That Healed the Illness3. Lord Pawpaw Wasn't Just a Name4. Pawpaw as a Healer from Another Culture...

Editorial staff2026.02.19

Traditions and customs

Did Aikido originate in Aizu? Daito-ryu Aikijujutsu and Takeda Sokaku [Part 2] | So...

Table of Contents1 Reorganization or Birth of Daito-ryu?2 A Wandering Teaching Method Without a Specific Dojo2.1 The Encounter Between Morihei Ueshiba and Sokaku Takeda3 The Surprising Connection Between Aizu and Kii Since the Meiji Restoration4 Conclusion...

Korok with a sword2026.02.18

Traditions and customs

Did Aikido originate in Aizu? Daito-ryu Aikijujutsu and Takeda Sokaku [Part 2] | Aizu...

Table of Contents1 What is Oshikinai, the Aizu Domain's Imperial Martial Arts, the Source of Daito-ryu?1.1 The Meaning of Oshikinai1.2 Oshikinai Describes the Martial Arts Used in the Imperial Palace2 The Biography of Takeda Sokaku, a Master of Daito-ryu Aikijujutsu...

Korok with a sword2026.02.17

Traditions and customs

Did Aikido originate in Aizu? Daito-ryu Aikijujutsu and Takeda Sokaku [Part 1] | "...

Table of Contents1 Introduction2 What is Aikido?2.1 Characteristics as a martial art2.2 Weapons used2.3 What is "Aiki" in Aikido?3 What is Daito-ryu Aikijujutsu?3.1 Characteristics as a martial art3...

Korok with a sword2026.02.16

Traditions and customs

Dainichido Bugaku, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage with a history of approximately 1,300 years | Dedication in 2026...

Table of Contents1 Dainichido Bugaku on January 2, 20261.1 Arrival at 6:00 AM on the day1.2 Dainichido Bugaku begins at 8:00 AM1.3 Dainichido Bugaku from 9:40 AM | Main...

Aoiwa2026.02.13

Traditions and customs

Dainichido Bugaku | Bugaku with a history of approximately 1,300 years, dating back to the famous monk Gyoki [Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture]

Table of Contents1 What is Dainichido Bugaku?1.1 A valuable cultural heritage registered as a "proper noun" on the Representative List of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage1.2 Dainichido Bugaku and Danburi Choja1.3 Dainichido Bugaku...

Aoiwa2026.02.12