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Let's go see the natural Akita cedars [2] A forest of natural Akita cedars with giant trees over 200 years old

In "Let's go see natural Akita cedars" [1], we introduced some representative old Akita cedar trees and the natural forests where they grow. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely walk along well-maintained trails...

NORIJUN2025.09.16

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is September 15th?

Showa-era photographer Domon Ken's death anniversary (Yamagata Prefecture) Showa-era photographer Domon Ken was born on October 25, 1909, in Takamachi, Sakata Town, Akumi District, Yamagata Prefecture (now Aioimachi, Sakata City).

NEFT Editorial Department2025.09.15

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is September 14th?

The Ou Main Line opened in September 1905 (Meiji 38). The Ou Main Line runs from Fukushima Station in Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture, through Yamagata Prefecture and Akita Prefecture, to Aomori Station in Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture.

NEFT Editorial Department2025.09.14

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is September 13th?

Munakata Shiko's Death Anniversary (Aomori Prefecture) Munakata Shiko, a printmaker from Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture, died on September 5, 1903, the son of swordsmiths Kokichi and Sada Munakata, one of fifteen siblings (nine boys and six girls).

NEFT Editorial Department2025.09.13

What's so great about Aomori garlic? A thorough explanation of the differences and the secret to its deliciousness!

When I see a bag labeled "Aomori Garlic" at the supermarket, I feel a little proud. Living in Aomori Prefecture, garlic is naturally produced in Aomori, but its taste and aroma...

Hana Odagiri2025.09.12

Let's go see the natural Akita cedars [1] The striking natural Akita cedars

Cedar is a tree native to Japan, and fossils dating back approximately 5.3 million years have been discovered in Akita Prefecture. Archaeological excavations have since revealed that humans used cedar trees during the early Jomon period.

NORIJUN2025.09.11

All you need is this to make your meal delicious! Aizu Tenpo's "Okazu Miso" series [Fukuoka...

Each prefecture in the Tohoku region has a wide variety of foods that go well with rice, known as "rice accompaniments." This time, we'll be introducing the Aizu Tenpo "Okazu Miso" series. This dish features a rich miso paste and plenty of ingredients...

Haruka Hashimoto2025.09.10

What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition What day is it on September 10th?

Beef Tongue Day (Miyagi Prefecture): September 10th is designated as "Beef Tongue Day" based on a wordplay where "gyu" (9) and "tan" (ten = 10). This day is centered around Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture...

NEFT Editorial Department2025.09.10

The pride of the castles in the six Tohoku prefectures: "Magnificent stone walls worthy of being symbols of the vast southern domain!" A rare sight in Tohoku...

Morioka Castle, once the political center of the Morioka Domain and now beloved by its citizens as a symbol of Morioka and a place of relaxation, is a rare stone-walled castle in the Tohoku region, where most castles are primarily earthen ramparts.

DaiwaConsilio2025.09.09

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is September 9th?

The Tohoku Expressway was fully opened on September 9, 1987 (Showa 62). The Tohoku Expressway is a major artery planned to promote industry in the Tohoku region and strengthen logistics between the region and the Tokyo metropolitan area.

NEFT Editorial Department2025.09.09