10 Historical Shogi in Tendo City Hannah Warren The streets of Tendo are littered with shogi references to remind us that it is the biggest producer of shogi pieces in Japan.
Culture Tendo Ningen Shogi 2026 Mid Apr Tendo Ningen Shogi is a “Human Chess” event that occurs every April in the city of Tendo, Yamagata.
Culture Tendo Sakura Matsuri Celine Ong Known for the famous Ningen Shogi (Human Chess) event, the Tendo Sakura Matsuri is an annual spring festival held in Tendo City, Yamagata.
Culture Things to Do in Tsuruoka City Tom Roseveare Designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2014, Tsuruoka can be proud of having a diverse food culture thanks to the blessings of an abundant
Culture A Summer Day in Yamagata City Sandro Bernardinello Besides these popular locations, Yamagata city is usually just a place... This hill is known among the locals for its great view over the city.
Culture Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival 2026 Mid Jan Cold cod soup or dongara jiru is a popular winter dish in the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, and the Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival in Tsuruoka City
Culture The Uesugi Clan Elena Lisina At the time of Uesugi, Niigata was not yet a city, but the Uesugi Clan... In that small city, you'll find the Uesugi Museum, the Uesugi Clan
14 Culture Samurai Experience with Abe Faction Saber Way Tom Roseveare Join samurai champion, Yoshihiro Abe, in this interactive workshop, The Samurai Experience, in Yamagata city.
