SOCIETY
Muslim Cemetery in Miyagi Prefecture Will Proceed Despite Resistance
The prefecture has received 400 objections to the proposed cemetery, which would be the 11th in the country.
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SOCIETY
ADVERTORIAL
Explore Japanese Minimalism with Setsugekka
Taking its name from a poem dedicated to the world of natural beauty, Setsugekka is a new select shop focusing on Japanese…
SOCIETY
Japanese Governor: Accept More Foreigners to Combat Depopulation
In a statement sure to generate controversy, the governor of Miyagi Prefecture says Japan needs immigrants to counter population decline.
SOCIETY
In Japan’s North, The Bears Are Now Visiting the Train Station
Depopulation in Japan means more abandoned land - and that means the bears in the Tohoku region are getting bolder.
HISTORY
Tanabata in Sendai: An Old-School Star Festival
Tanabata is one of Japan's most famous holidays. In northern Sendai, however, it's a little extra special. Discover the story of one…
HISTORY
Lost and Restored: The Equestrian Statue of Date Masamune
A massive earthquake struck northern Japan, damaging the famed statue of Date Masamune in Sendai. But Date - and Sendai - are…
TRAVEL
Cherry Blossoms, Miyagi Style: The Shiogama-sakura
On the grounds of Shiogama City's Shiogama Shrine are very special double-cherry blossoms. Here, we introduce you to their story. 💮
FOOD
A Forgotten Samurai Energy Drink
Hundreds of years before Red Bull, the samurai of the house of Date were drinking a powdered concoction said to replenish a…