-やまぐち yamaguchi
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2. a region formerly known as the Nagato
3. Rurikogi temple
-is a Buddhist temple that is best known
for its five-storied pagoda that is a national treasure
-built in 1442, the pagoda is justifiably ranked among japan three greastest
-Built in 1442, the pagoda is justifiably ranked among Japan's three greatest
Yamaguchi City is the main art gallery
-Opened in 1979
-the gallery has a permanent collection, part of which is exhibited at any one time, and also hosts special exhibitions
4.Fuguor or puffer fish dish
Fugu sashimi is sliced so thin that you can see the pattern of
the plate through the neatly arranged slices. Puffer fish are cute in appearance, but there are some types
that contain a deadly poison called tetrodotoxin. People who cook puffer fish
are required to have a special license. Licensed cooks are trained to carefully
remove the poisonous parts, so it is perfectly safe to eat when prepared by
them.
-おかやま okayama
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.Barazushi
-Rich, fresh seafood and vegetables on top of sushi rice. Looks pretty.
3.karakuen garden
-Very varied, with incredible views of the castle in the grounds
-ranked #1 out of 35 attractionin okayama
okayama castle
-also know as crow castle
-original castle was destroyed in the last year of World War 2, but a
reconstruction was made in 1966
4.the lengend of momotaro
-peach boy
-Once upon a time there lived an old
man an old woman in the country of Okayama. The old man went everyday into the
mountains to cut wood, while his wife would go to the river to wash clothes.
One day, while the old woman was down at the river washing clothes, a big peach
came floating down the river! It looked so delicious, she decided to take it
home for her and her husband to eat. When the old man came back to their home,
the old woman cut the peach open, and to their surprise, there was a small boy
inside! They decided to call him Momotaro, which means 'peach boy'.
The old couple raised Momotaro to
be big and strong. One day, he decided to go and defeat the ogres living on
Ogre Island that were pillaging the land. The old woman fixed him some
delicious millet dumplings, known as kibi-dango, for his long journey to the
island. On the way, a monkey, a dog, and a pheasant joined him, giving them a
dumpling each in return for their help in fighting the ogres.
Upon reaching the Ogre Island,
Momotaro and his companions found that the gate was locked to the Ogre's fort.
The pheasant flew inside, and grabbed a key to let the others in. Once inside,
they fought the evil ogres. The pheasant pecked their eyes, the dog bit their
legs and the monkey jumped on their backs, clawing at the beasts. Finally, the
ogres cried for mercy! They gave the strong Momotaro all of their treasure, and
he returned to his village triumphantly. Momotaro and the old couple lived
happily ever after.
-しまね shimane
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.art muesum
-first domestic exhibition of the works of Pierre Puvis de Chavannes-
-focused on painting his Arcadia by the shore and his work had a large influence
on modern Western-style painters in Japan
3.lake shinji
-As Lake Shinji-ko is connected to the Nakaumi Lagoon, it is a brackish lake in which fresh water blends with seawater
-rich variety of fishes and shellfishes inhabit the lake
4. Izumo sobaor or buckwheat noodles
Unlike ordinary Japanese noodles, the ones made from Izumo
buckwheat are rather dark because the buckwheat is milled with the chaff
included. This chaff contains many nutrients such as protein, vitamins and
minerals as well as a certain element of flavor. The dark noodles have a strong
body, rich aroma and excellent nutritional value, and the stock sauce has a
distinctive flavor.
-ひろしま hiroshima
1. does not have a capital since its a city
2. Hiroshima was founded in 1589, on the coast of the Seto
Inland Sea, and became a major urban centre during the Meiji period.
3. tragic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945.
-destroyed many Japanese cities
-large numbers died from the effect of burns, radiation sickness and other injuries,
compounded by illness
Peace Memorial Park (cheery blossom)
From all over the world a lot of people come to visit Peace Memorial Park
praying for peace. In spring, about 300 cherry trees (Prunus Yedoensis) along
the river are in full bloom. Visitors can also enjoy unique cherry blossom
viewing from the water as they go down the river on a sightseeing
cruise.
4. Okonomiyaki
In Hiroshima, okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) have been a popular
snack since before the war. The six-layered structure with flour batter, cabbage,
then the main ingredients plus noodles and more flour batter, then turned and
flattened sunny side up is characteristic of these unique Hiroshima-style
pancakes. They make a hearty meal and provide a good balance in nutrition. A
special sauce is produced in many variations by a local company, so you can
enjoy different flavors according to your taste.
-とっとりtottori
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.Sailfin Sandfish (Hata-Hata, Shiro-Hata)
The delicious flavor of the Sailfin Sandfish condenses as it is left to dry overnight.
When it is lightly grilled, the fish offers a savory sensation that cannot be surpassed.
3. The Tottori Sand Dunes
- are the largest sand dunes in Japan and Tottori's most famous tourist attraction
-The sand dunes were created over thousands of years, as sand from the nearby
Sendaigawa River was washed out to sea
Tottori Castle
-served as the regional center of power
-the castle fell victim to the modernization policies of the Meigi government and was subsequently destroyed
4.Watermelon
Tottori is famous across the nation for its watermelons. In particular, the central region
around Hokuei Town produces large watermelons that are soft, yet slightly crispy.
The sweetness of this fruit is truly surprising.
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2. a region formerly known as the Nagato
3. Rurikogi temple
-is a Buddhist temple that is best known
for its five-storied pagoda that is a national treasure
-built in 1442, the pagoda is justifiably ranked among japan three greastest
-Built in 1442, the pagoda is justifiably ranked among Japan's three greatest
Yamaguchi City is the main art gallery
-Opened in 1979
-the gallery has a permanent collection, part of which is exhibited at any one time, and also hosts special exhibitions
4.Fuguor or puffer fish dish
Fugu sashimi is sliced so thin that you can see the pattern of
the plate through the neatly arranged slices. Puffer fish are cute in appearance, but there are some types
that contain a deadly poison called tetrodotoxin. People who cook puffer fish
are required to have a special license. Licensed cooks are trained to carefully
remove the poisonous parts, so it is perfectly safe to eat when prepared by
them.
-おかやま okayama
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.Barazushi
-Rich, fresh seafood and vegetables on top of sushi rice. Looks pretty.
3.karakuen garden
-Very varied, with incredible views of the castle in the grounds
-ranked #1 out of 35 attractionin okayama
okayama castle
-also know as crow castle
-original castle was destroyed in the last year of World War 2, but a
reconstruction was made in 1966
4.the lengend of momotaro
-peach boy
-Once upon a time there lived an old
man an old woman in the country of Okayama. The old man went everyday into the
mountains to cut wood, while his wife would go to the river to wash clothes.
One day, while the old woman was down at the river washing clothes, a big peach
came floating down the river! It looked so delicious, she decided to take it
home for her and her husband to eat. When the old man came back to their home,
the old woman cut the peach open, and to their surprise, there was a small boy
inside! They decided to call him Momotaro, which means 'peach boy'.
The old couple raised Momotaro to
be big and strong. One day, he decided to go and defeat the ogres living on
Ogre Island that were pillaging the land. The old woman fixed him some
delicious millet dumplings, known as kibi-dango, for his long journey to the
island. On the way, a monkey, a dog, and a pheasant joined him, giving them a
dumpling each in return for their help in fighting the ogres.
Upon reaching the Ogre Island,
Momotaro and his companions found that the gate was locked to the Ogre's fort.
The pheasant flew inside, and grabbed a key to let the others in. Once inside,
they fought the evil ogres. The pheasant pecked their eyes, the dog bit their
legs and the monkey jumped on their backs, clawing at the beasts. Finally, the
ogres cried for mercy! They gave the strong Momotaro all of their treasure, and
he returned to his village triumphantly. Momotaro and the old couple lived
happily ever after.
-しまね shimane
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.art muesum
-first domestic exhibition of the works of Pierre Puvis de Chavannes-
-focused on painting his Arcadia by the shore and his work had a large influence
on modern Western-style painters in Japan
3.lake shinji
-As Lake Shinji-ko is connected to the Nakaumi Lagoon, it is a brackish lake in which fresh water blends with seawater
-rich variety of fishes and shellfishes inhabit the lake
4. Izumo sobaor or buckwheat noodles
Unlike ordinary Japanese noodles, the ones made from Izumo
buckwheat are rather dark because the buckwheat is milled with the chaff
included. This chaff contains many nutrients such as protein, vitamins and
minerals as well as a certain element of flavor. The dark noodles have a strong
body, rich aroma and excellent nutritional value, and the stock sauce has a
distinctive flavor.
-ひろしま hiroshima
1. does not have a capital since its a city
2. Hiroshima was founded in 1589, on the coast of the Seto
Inland Sea, and became a major urban centre during the Meiji period.
3. tragic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945.
-destroyed many Japanese cities
-large numbers died from the effect of burns, radiation sickness and other injuries,
compounded by illness
Peace Memorial Park (cheery blossom)
From all over the world a lot of people come to visit Peace Memorial Park
praying for peace. In spring, about 300 cherry trees (Prunus Yedoensis) along
the river are in full bloom. Visitors can also enjoy unique cherry blossom
viewing from the water as they go down the river on a sightseeing
cruise.
4. Okonomiyaki
In Hiroshima, okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) have been a popular
snack since before the war. The six-layered structure with flour batter, cabbage,
then the main ingredients plus noodles and more flour batter, then turned and
flattened sunny side up is characteristic of these unique Hiroshima-style
pancakes. They make a hearty meal and provide a good balance in nutrition. A
special sauce is produced in many variations by a local company, so you can
enjoy different flavors according to your taste.
-とっとりtottori
1.does not have a capital since its a city
2.Sailfin Sandfish (Hata-Hata, Shiro-Hata)
The delicious flavor of the Sailfin Sandfish condenses as it is left to dry overnight.
When it is lightly grilled, the fish offers a savory sensation that cannot be surpassed.
3. The Tottori Sand Dunes
- are the largest sand dunes in Japan and Tottori's most famous tourist attraction
-The sand dunes were created over thousands of years, as sand from the nearby
Sendaigawa River was washed out to sea
Tottori Castle
-served as the regional center of power
-the castle fell victim to the modernization policies of the Meigi government and was subsequently destroyed
4.Watermelon
Tottori is famous across the nation for its watermelons. In particular, the central region
around Hokuei Town produces large watermelons that are soft, yet slightly crispy.
The sweetness of this fruit is truly surprising.