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Is Enichiji Temple, founded by the high priest Tokuichi of the Hosso sect, the birthplace of Aizu Buddhist culture? [Fukuoka].

Table of Contents1 Enichi-ji Temple, a base for Aizu Buddhism established in the early Heian period1.1 Prosperity as the mother temple of Aizu Buddhism based on Tokuichi's solid academic knowledge1.2 Decline, abandonment, and revival2 The restored remains of Enichi-ji Temple2...

Aoiwa2026.01.07

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Will the Ou-Uetsu Shinkansen actually come to fruition?

Table of Contents1 What is the Ou Shinkansen?2 What is the Uetsu Shinkansen?3 What is the basic plan route?4 It is unclear whether the Ou-Uetsu Shinkansen will be realized.5 Is there a possibility that it will be partially realized?Tohoku region...

Yuto Ono2026.01.06

winter

Only see it now! 4 spots in Fukushima Prefecture where you can see spectacular winter views

Table of Contents1 Ouchijuku: A Snowy Landscape That Makes You Feel Like You've Traveled Back in Time1.1 Ouchijuku <Information>2 Lake Hibara: A Mecca for Smelt Fishing, With Its Frozen Surface2.1 Hibara...

Haruka Hashimoto2026.01.05

Traditions and customs

Not just Namahage? Visiting gods from all over Tohoku who appear during Koshogatsu

Table of Contents1 What are Raihoshin? "Gods" in the Form of Demons1.1 Why do they appear on "Koshogatsu"?1.2 Why do they visit "houses" instead of shrines?2 Raihoshin Remaining in Tohoku2.1 Fukutawara Koro...

Aoiwa2026.01.02

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What is the new "E10 Series" train scheduled to appear on the Tohoku Shinkansen?

Table of Contents1 What is the next Tohoku Shinkansen E10 series train like?2 Top speed remains the same, but safety is improved3 No Gran Class4 Clearly stated to carry luggage5 Planned to run in India...

Yuto Ono2026.01.01

Tohoku gourmet

Delicious and nutritious amazake for the cold season! Introducing Houraiya's flavored amazake [Fukushima Prefecture]...

Table of Contents1. Refreshing Sweetness and Flavor! Houraiya's Amazake Series1.1 Gentle and Mellow "Yuzu Amazake"1.2 Refined and Deep "Matcha Amazake"1.3 Light...

Haruka Hashimoto2025.12.31

Traditions and customs

New Year's Cuisine in the Tohoku Region | Preserved Foods for Festivities Developed by Heavy Snowfall

Table of Contents1 The Role of Preserved Foods in Tohoku's New Year's Dishes1.1 Fish Dishes1.2 Vegetable, Fruit, and Bean Dishes1.3 Other New Year's DishesWhen it comes to New Year's, many people think of...

NEFT Editorial Department2025.12.30

Traditions and customs

A giant doll Jizo statue is enshrined within the grounds! Iwasaki Hachiman Shrine in Yuzawa City (Akita Prefecture)

Table of Contents1 History of Iwasaki Hachiman Shrine2 The Giant Dosojin Doll Enshrined at the Back of the Shrine "Mizujinja"2.1 Kashima-sama in Suehiro-cho2.2 Kashima-sama in Sakae-cho2.3 Bonus: Located Along National Route 13...

Aoiwa2025.12.29

What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition

[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is December 29th?

Birthday of Matsudaira Katamori, the 9th lord of the Aizu domain (Fukushima Prefecture) Matsudaira Katamori, the 9th lord of the Aizu domain in Mutsu Province, was born on December 29, 6th year of the Tenpo era (February 15, 1836).

NEFT Editorial Department2025.12.29

Historic Site

Sakaki-ryu Aoma Kagura at Aoma Shrine | A venerable Kagura dance performed in Kyoto [Sen...

Table of Contents1 What is Sakaki-ryu Aoma Kagura?1.1 Characteristics of Sakaki-ryu Aoma Kagura2 Sakaki-ryu Aoma Kagura Dedicated at the Niiname-sai Festival in 20252.1 Second Performance: "Hoheimai"2.2 Fifth Performance: "Kamishomai"2.3 Thirteenth Performance...

Aoiwa2025.12.28