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Date Anpo Persimmon Day (Fukushima Prefecture)

Date Anpo Persimmon Dayis a commemorative day established by Fukushima Mirai Agricultural Cooperative (commonly known as JA Fukushima Mirai), which has jurisdiction over 12 municipalities in the northern and Soma regions of Fukushima Prefecture.

• 13 people were involved in establishing and spreading the unique sulfur fumigation method for Date's Anpo persimmons
• The place where it originated is called "Isazawa"

For this reason, the 13th of each of the three months of December, January, and February, which are the peak season for persimmon production, are designated as commemorative days

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Enjoy the thick, rich sweetness of "Anpo-gaki," a natural treat! [Fukushima Prefecture]

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One of Fukushima Prefecture's specialties is the anpo-gaki (dried persimmon). When the north winds become cold and harsh, anpo-gaki season arrives. The sight of the vibrant orange anpo-gaki lined up in stores across the prefecture is a symbol of winter. Anpo-gaki is a type of dried persimmon, but it is a special product made using a unique method. It has a unique flavor that can only be experienced with anpo-gaki. In this article, we will introduce anpo-gaki and its appeal. Persimmon lovers and those interested in Fukushima Prefecture cuisine should definitely take a look. What are anpo-gaki? Is it different from regular dried persimmons? Located in the northern part of Fukushima Prefecture...

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The day Date Masamune (asteroid) was discovered (Miyagi Prefecture)

AsteroidDatemasamune,February 13, 1991was discovered on

It was named after Date Masamune, the first lord of the Sendai Domain. On the same day, Koishikawa discovered another asteroid, which was Tsunenaga after Hasekura Tsunenaganamed

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