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UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Tokyo |
Tsuruoka time compared to Beijing time (China) |
1 hours behind |
Tsuruoka City, Japan: A Historical and Cultural City on the Shonai Plain
Tsuruoka City is located in the northwestern part of Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, in the center of the Shonai Plains, and is the second largest city in the prefecture, as well as the economic and cultural core of the Shonai region. The city has a long history, symbolized by the name "Tsuru," and is rich in historical relics, such as the Tsuru Castle Ruins (formerly Tsuruoka Castle) in Tsuruoka Park, which was an important military stronghold during the Edo period, and whose stone walls and gate towers can still be seen in the past. The city retains traditional townhouse buildings, and agricultural products such as Shonai rice and Tsuruoka beef are well known throughout Japan, making the city rich in farming culture. The Tsuruoka Cherry Blossom Festival in the spring and the Shonai Rice Festival in the fall attract many tourists, showcasing the city's unique festivals and the four seasons. Tsuruoka City is a fascinating place to experience Japan's local culture with its history and modern vigor.
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Today is 2026-03-21
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05:43
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17:52
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