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From diesel express trains to Shinkansen bullet trains... The history of the "Tsubasa" [Akita and Yamagata Prefectures]

As of 2025, the Yamagata Shinkansen "Tsubasa" mainly connects Tokyo Station with Yamagata Station or Shinjo Station in Yamagata Prefecture. Even if you're not particularly a train enthusiast, if you live in Yamagata or are visiting Yamagata...

Yuto Ono2025.06.11

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...

Hana Odagiri2025.06.10

5 Recommended Soft Serve Ice Creams You Can Enjoy at Roadside Stations in Northern Iwate Prefecture! [Iwate Prefecture]

Soft serve ice cream at roadside rest areas is a popular treat that's a must-try during a road trip, as it showcases the flavors and aromas of local ingredients. Last time, I visited a roadside rest area near Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, and recommended by the author...

DaiwaConsilio2025.06.09

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 8th?

Yamagata Airport (Yamagata Prefecture) opened on June 8, 1964 (Showa 39) as Jinmachi Airport, with a 1,200m runway.

NEFT Editorial Department2025.06.08

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 7th?

Manga artist Hirohiko Araki's birthday (Miyagi Prefecture) Today (June 7th) is Araki's birthday! Congratulations! It's the double anniversary of his 30th year writing JoJo and his 25th anniversary...

NEFT Editorial Department2025.06.07

What is the Seikan Ferry? 80 years of supporting the flow of people and goods between Honshu and Hokkaido [Aomori Prefecture]

Currently, you can travel between Aomori Prefecture and Hokkaido by plane or the Hokkaido Shinkansen, which runs through the Seikan Tunnel. However, before the Seikan Tunnel and airplanes, the only way to get between the two was by boat.

Yuto Ono2025.06.06

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 6th?

Yamagata Cherry Day (Yamagata Prefecture) June 6th of each year is Yamagata Cherry Day, established by the JA Zennoh Yamagata. The number "6" resembles the silhouette of a cherry, and cherry trees are shipped in June...

NEFT Editorial Department2025.06.06

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...

Hana Odagiri2025.06.05

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is June 5th?

The Battle of Suriagehara (Fukushima Prefecture) On June 5, 1589 (July 17, 1589 in the Gregorian calendar), a major battle between the Date clan (Date Masamune) and the Ashina clan (Ashina Yoshihiro) took place at Suriagehara (present-day Bandai and Inawashiro towns, Fukushima Prefecture).

NEFT Editorial Department2025.06.05

From Kanegasaki Town! "Barrel-Aged ONI no ama" herbal liquor made with Iwate rice shochu and Japanese ingredients...

The barrel-aged herbal liquor "ONI no amaro KZ" features a striking label featuring a demon mask from the traditional Onikenbai dance, a traditional art form passed down mainly in Kitakami City, Iwate Prefecture.

Aoiwa2025.06.04