Kahoku Town, Nishimurayama County, is an area that combines a variety of natural environments, including the Mogami River, the Sagae River, and Mount Asahi. With major transportation options like Yamagata Airport, the Yamagata Shinkansen, and the Yamagata Expressway, the town is highly convenient for commuting, school, and travel. Local specialties include cherries and cold meat soba noodles. Cold soba noodles are the norm in this region, and people naturally eat them even in the cold winter. Due to its somewhat unusual characteristics, it has recently become increasingly popular as a local delicacy, with an increasing number of tourists visiting specifically for the dish. The town is also working to revitalize the region through a variety of other industries, including the production of secret beans and slippers.