Large cod were carried in procession and dedicated to a local Shinto shrine in this northern Japan city Feb. 4 in a unique festival traditionally held around the first day of spring according to the ...

The outcome is doubtful, but we will do our duty." Using smoke to conceal its movements, Roberts closed the range on heavy cruiser Chokai to 4,000 yards - too close for it to depress its 8-inch ...

The coastal waters of Nikaho and neighboring Yamagata Prefecture, enriched by the subsoil water of Mount Chokai, are known for summer rock oysters and winter cod. Locals enjoy codfish soup and ...