Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I want to introduce one of my favorite places, Kitakata in Fukushima Prefecture. Known as “Little Kyoto,” Kitakata is a beautiful town full of history and tradition. Kitakata is famous for its historic kura (storehouses) from the Edo period, with about 4,000 of them still standing. These storehouses were historically used

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Miyagi Murata

Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I want to introduce one of my favorite places, Murata in Miyagi Prefecture. Known as “Little Kyoto,” Murata is a beautiful town full of history and tradition. Murata features streets and buildings from the Edo period, preserving the old-town atmosphere. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, and in autumn, the town is

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Kakunodate

Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I want to introduce one of my favorite places, Kakunodate in Akita Prefecture. Known as “Little Kyoto,” Kakunodate is a beautiful town with a rich history and stunning scenery. In spring, the town is covered in cherry blossoms, turning everything pink. In autumn, the leaves change color, making it a perfect

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Ink Painting Experience

Mio’s Ink Painting Experience Mio decided to try Sumi-e, a traditional Japanese ink painting, so she visited a local art studio. As she stepped inside, she was greeted by a serene space with various ink paintings displayed on the walls. The instructor, Keiko, an experienced painter, began teaching Mio the basics of ink painting. “Ink

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