The Complete Guide to the Mysterious Things of Tono, Iwate - Yokai Legends and Unknown Trivia
About Tono, the Village of Mysterious Things Tono City in Iwate Prefecture has long been known as a "treasure trove of mysterious things." The widespread popularity of the folklorist Kunio Yanagita's famous book, "The Tales of Tono" (1909), led to the...
[Akita Prefecture] Part 2 of Akita Roadside Station Soft Cream! 4 Popular Soft Creams in the Prefecture's Inland Rice-Growing Region!
Of the six Tohoku prefectures, Tohoku has the third most roadside stations, with 34 (as of June 2025), after Iwate and Fukushima. Each roadside station offers local soft serve ice cream that takes advantage of the region's unique characteristics.
Miyazawa Kenji and the Landscapes of Iwate — Stories of his Hometown Reflected in His Works
Miyazawa Kenji was born in Hanamaki, Iwate Prefecture in 1896. His works vividly reflect the mountains, rivers, and seasonal beauty of his hometown. The scenery he saw in his daily life and the details of daily life...
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...
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...
Autumn in Tohoku
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[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] “Naseba Naru Autumn Festival” was fun and delicious!
Eating the flowers used in crests is "a special thing" | Enjoy autumn ingredients! [Yamagata Prefecture]
[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Akita Edition] 3 History and Traditional Akita Autumn Festivals
[Tohoku Autumn Foliage Driving Map: Akita Edition] 3 Recommended Driving Courses and Local Cuisine!
More than 90% of Japan's distribution volume is from Tohoku! Akebi, one of the flavors of autumn [Yamagata, Akita]
[Akita] Enjoy nature! 4 recommended driving courses!
Tohoku events
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[Aomori] What is Hokaiori? Tsugaru's Obon customs are colorful and unique
[Aomori Nebuta / Hirosaki Neputa] A look back at what's happening after Aomori's four major summer festivals [Sansha Festival / Tachineputa]
Obon in Shimokita, Aomori is spectacular! Is it true that people welcome their ancestors with fireworks at their graves?
Obon in southern Aomori is a little different! Summer scenery decorated with backrests and 48 lanterns
[Aizu Tajima Gion Festival Photo Report: Part 2] Seven-lined procession, also known as Japan's number one bride procession [Minami Aizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture]
[Aizu Tajima Gion Festival Photo Report: Part 1] Kabuki Kabuki performances at the Great Hoods of the Night Festival [Minami Aizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture]
Tohoku mystery
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The missing link in the birth of the Japanese sword? What is the "Warabito" wielded by the Emishi? [Part 2]
[Recommended Autumn Festival: Iwate Edition 1] Let's go and see the gorgeous, elegant floats created by citizens!
What is Saru Jizo? Introducing a folk tale of a Jizo statue who gained good fortune [Yamagata Prefecture]
[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] What is the history and types of Morioka Sansa Odori? The Guinness World Records drum parade is spectacular!
Mother of 6 boys and 5 girls! Who is Date Masamune's grandmother, Princess Kubo? [Fukushima Prefecture and Miyagi Prefecture]
Tohoku things
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What is "pickled rushes" a vegetable that is passed down only in Yonezawa? [Yamagata Prefecture]
I want to enjoy the "sweet fat" brand pork "Shirakane Pork"! [Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture]
"I ate 28!" Do you know Akita's famous sweet "Kinman"? [Akita Prefecture]
Did you know that Fukushima Prefecture is actually Natto Prefecture? We also introduce recommended products and secret natto arrangements
