This is the perfect way to finish off a night of drinking! Introducing the classic final dishes of the six Tohoku prefectures [Six Tohoku prefectures]

Tohoku is known as a "sake-producing region" with an abundance of local sake. And because it's a region where the culture of enjoying sake is deeply rooted, there's a strong emphasis on the "finishingtouch" to the meal after drinking. What's more, this "finishing touch culture" differs from prefecture to prefecture, and it's interesting to see how it reflects the local character and personality of the people.

that are actually eaten in the six prefectures of Tohokureal late-night mealswe'll introduce some

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[Aomori Prefecture] Niboshi ramen is the best! After drinking, finish it off with some dashi!

In Aomori Prefecture, dried sardine ramen has an overwhelming presence. Many ramen shops are open late into the night, and in the entertainment districts of Hirosaki and Aomori City, itniboshi chuka" (dried sardine ramen's common to eat

The soup, with its strong flavor of dried sardines, is light yet rich in flavor. Its gentleness makes it a safe choice even for those who don't like heavy dishes. There are many ramen shops that are open late into the night near the drinking district, and the convenience of being able to drop in after drinking is also a key to its popularity. Niboshi ramen is not just a final dish, but is a hometown flavor that is hugely popular with adults and children throughout Aomori Prefecture. Niboshi ramen is truly the perfect bowl to end an Aomori night

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[Akita Prefecture] Inaniwa Udon and "Senshumen" are popular in Akita

Inaniwa udon is "just right after drinking" whether it's cold or hot

Inaniwa udon is a popular final dish in Akita. Its thin, smooth noodles, combined with the rich dashi broth, have a soothing effect that quickly soothes the hangover

It is delicious whether it is served hot or cold, and many people choose to eat it cold in the summer

Kibun's "Chiakimen" is a classic ramen dish for ramen connoisseurs

in Akita CityKibunoffered bySenshu-men,, is another dish that enjoys enduring popularity as a finishing touch to a meal. With its sweet soy sauce and rich seafood broth, it's a beloved, comforting ramen dish that only a soba shop could offer.

It's no wonder that local regulars unanimously say, "This is what you want after a night of drinking."

Information

• Name: Soba Restaurant Kibun
• Address: 6-2-4 Omachi, Akita City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0921
• Business hours: [Daytime] 11:00-14:00 [Dinner] 18:00-1:00
• Closed: Sundays
• Phone number: 018-823-8766

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[Iwate Prefecture] Iwate's two major noodles, "Jajamen" and "Reimen," are the standard final dishes

Jajamen is a great way to finish off a night of drinking

Jajamen, a Morioka specialty, is a must-have final meal (soul food) for Iwate residents. It is characterized by flat noodles coated in meat miso, and can be eaten with garlic, vinegar, chili oil, and other seasonings to your liking

And the treat after you've finished eating is "Chitantan." You crack an egg into it, dilute it with the soup, and drink it all up...it's incredibly delicious. Fill your stomach with Jajangmyeon, and finish it off with Chitantan. It's the perfect way to end a night of drinking!

Many people reset their bodies with refreshing cold noodles

Morioka Reimen, a staple at yakiniku restaurants, is also popular as a final dish after a night of drinking. The beef bone soup is combined with chewy noodles, sobering you up with each bite. You can also enjoy changing the flavor by adding vinegar or kimchi

It is generally thought of as a standard dish at yakiniku restaurants, but there are also many people who just eat one bowl at ramen or cold noodle specialty restaurants and then go home

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[Miyagi Prefecture] Soba or sweets? "Soba no Kanda" and "Shime Parfait" are equally popular

Soba no Kanda is popular for its convenience and speed, close to the station

a common sight in Sendai's downtown areaSoba no Kanda. It's open until late at night, and the service from ordering to serving is incredibly fast. Its accessibility, making it a great place to stop by on your way home from drinking, is one of the reasons it has been loved for so long.
With a wide variety of toppings to choose from and just therightit's truly the perfect way to end a night out.

Surprisingly, the "Shime Parfait Culture" is Spreading

In fact, Sendai has a "dessert parfait culture," where people enjoy a parfait as a final treat. This culture, which originated in Hokkaido, has gradually taken root, mainly in bars and restaurants.

There are many elegant parfaits with a moderate sweetness that can be enjoyed comfortably even after finishing a drink. It seems to be popular not only with female customers but also with men who have a sweet tooth

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[Yamagata Prefecture] A strong cold noodle culture! Meat soba and ramen are "cold even in winter"

The local gourmet dish "Niku Soba" that originated in Kahoku Town is also popular as a final dish

Yamagata Prefecture's "meat soba) enjoys enduring popularity among locals. While the niku soba popular throughout Japan consists of beef or pork in a broth made from bonito or kelp, Yamagata's "niku soba" is completely different. It is characterized by a sweet and savory broth made with the rich flavor of mature chicken, firm soba noodles, and chicken on top.

Restaurants that serve Niku Soba offer both hot and cold Niku Soba all year round, but surprisingly, it's the cold Niku Soba that's the most popular. In particular, in Kahoku Town, where Niku Soba originated, it seems to be a common sight to eat cold Niku Soba before going home after a drinking party

"Cold ramen" is a popular choice regardless of the season

Cold ramen is also an essential part of Yamagata's final meal culture. What's particularly interesting is that there are avid fans of chilled ramen who eat it even in winter

There are also people who choose to order ramen at soba restaurants. In Yamagata, a soba-producing region, the ramen served at soba restaurants is of a high quality, so many people go to soba restaurants to finish off a night of drinking and order ramen instead of soba. This could be said to be a finishing touch culture unique to Yamagata, where soba culture is deeply rooted

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[Fukushima Prefecture] Ramen culture spreads throughout the prefecture, making it a "prefecture with plenty of options for finishing off the day"

Each region in Fukushima Prefecture has its own distinctive ramen culture. Kitakata's light ramen, Shirakawa's chicken broth ramen, Aizu's salt ramen, and more - each has its own unique flavor, making them perfect for eating after a night of drinking!

There aren't many establishments that are open late into the night, but the custom of finishing off your drinking early and finishing off with ramen is widespread

Many of the ramen here have a mild flavor, so they seem to be popular with people from outside the prefecture as well

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[Special Edition] Your ally for finishing off your meal! A popular late-night ramen chain in Tohoku

Ah, a Hakata-style ramen bar that caters to everyone from the first stop to the last stop

"Ah, Hakata Ninjowhere you can enjoy both ramen and alcohola ramen shop.

They have one store each in Aomori and Akita prefectures, and two in Iwate prefecture, and are the perfect place to finish off a light drink with some ramen! They have Hakata-style tonkotsu soup and a relaxed atmosphere that is somehow reminiscent of the Tohoku region. In addition to being open until late at night, they are conveniently located near the drinking district, making them a popular choice for many people

Information

• Homepage:Hakata Nagahama Street Stall Ramen Ah, Hakata Humanity

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Suehiro Ramen Honpo | Overwhelmingly popular for its all-you-can-eat green onions and Kyoto-style soy sauce

which operates mainly in Akita and MoriokaSuehiro Ramen Honpo, is also known as a popular late-night spot for a final meal. Their rich, Kyoto-style soy sauce broth is topped with pork back fat, and their fried rice is a welcome treat after drinking. They also have a selection of light snacks, making it a great choice for those who just want a quick drink.

Information

• Homepage:Suehiro Ramen Honpo

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summary

The food culture of each region comes to life in the Tohoku region's nightlife. The final meal after a night of drinking is particularly distinctive in its local flavors, so it's not just a way to reset your stomach, but also a time to truly savor the local flavors

If you try the local "end of the night" dishes while traveling, you'll surely come to love the nights in Tohoku even more

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