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[Miyagi Prefecture] 6 delicious Miyagi souvenirs taught by locals

Miyagi Prefecture is home to popular tourist destinations such as Sendai, Matsushima, and Zao. Miyagi Prefecture is also home to many delicious souvenirs, such as beef tongue, kamaboko, and zunda. This time, we will introduce some delicious souvenirs that only locals know about and that will make a great gift

If you're looking to give a perfect souvenir to someone who has been kind to you, this is a must-see!

Speaking of Miyagi Prefecture! Beef tongue souvenirs

Tasuke's beef tongue (salty)

This frozen beef tongue is supervised by Umami Tasuke, which has inherited the taste of Tasuke, the original creator of grilled beef tongue. This is a dish that is sure to please, allowing you to enjoy the taste of a super popular restaurant that has long lines on weekends and holidays, right from the comfort of your own home!

The owner is particular about the beef tongue he purchases and prepares, and it is so tender that you can bite into it with ease

It can also be purchased at souvenir shops throughout the prefecture,

INFORMATION

  • Name: Ajitasuke, the birthplace of Sendai beef tongue
  • Address: 4-4-13 Ichibancho, Aoba Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture
  • Phone number: 022-225-4641
  • Official URL: https://www.aji-tasuke.co.jp/

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Tanya Zenjiro's beef tongue stew with too much beef tongue

Tan-ya Zenjiro is a hugely popular restaurant that operates only in Miyagi Prefecture. The beef tongue stew made by this popular beef tongue restaurant is a hugely popular menu item at the restaurant

This dish, which was featured on a certain gourmet TV program, is a luxurious dish filled with chunks of beef tongue, just as the name suggests. The beef tongue is simmered for a long time in the restaurant's secret demi-glace sauce, making it tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious!

This delicious delicacy can be eaten simply by heating it in hot water, making it a great souvenir even for those who don't like to cook

INFORMATION

  • Name: Tanya Zenjiro Sendai Station Main Branch
  • Address: AK Building 3F, 1-8-38 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, 980-0021
  • Phone number: 022-723-1877
  • Official URL: https://www.tanya-zenjirou.jp/

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90% of the ingredients are beef tongue! Beef tongue Sendai chili oil from beef tongue specialty store "Jinchu"

This beef tongue chili oil dish, made by the beef tongue specialty restaurant "Jinchu," is highly recommended by locals. It's packed with so many small cuts of beef tongue that it could even be used as a side dish, and the flavors of sesame oil and garlic go perfectly with rice!

It also makes a great snack, making it a perfect souvenir for alcohol lovers

It can be carried around at room temperature and has a long shelf life, making it a great souvenir to give for any occasion

INFORMATION

  • Name: Beef Tongue Specialty Shop Jinchu Souvenir Shop Sendai No. 1
  • Address: 2F JR Sendai Station, 1-1-1 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, 980-0021
  • Phone number: 080-1813-4129
  • Official URL: https://www.jinchu.jp/

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Sweet souvenirs that everyone will love!

Mochibee's Zunda Mochi and Chestnut Dango Set

Mochibee is a Japanese sweets shop beloved by locals, famous for its zunda mochi (rice cakes with peanuts) and dango (rice dumplings). Among their selection, this "Zunda Mochi and Chestnut Dango Set" is a delightful combination that allows you to enjoy not only the ever-popular zunda mochi, but also Miyagi's hidden specialty, chestnut dango!

The combination of the whole chestnut dumplings and mitarashi sauce is outstanding, making this a highly recommended souvenir with many local fans

INFORMATION

  • Name: Mochibee Sendai Station Store
  • Address: 1-10-10 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, 980-0021
  • Phone number: 022-226-8778
  • Official URL: http://www.mochibe.co.jp/

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Eitaro's Namadorayaki

The "Nama Dorayaki" from Kasho Eitaro, a long-established confectionery shop originating in Shiogama City, is a recommended item that only locals know about!

This dorayaki, with a fluffy skin rich in honey flavor and a creamy filling made with fresh cream, is delicious and different from any dorayaki you've had before!

Another great thing about this product is that there are plenty of seasonal limited flavors available, including sesame and zunda

This one needs to be refrigerated, but regular dorayaki can be stored at room temperature, so choose according to your needs

INFORMATION

  • Name: Eitaro Sendai Station Souvenir Shop Sendai 4th Store
  • Address: 1-chome Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture JR Sendai Station 3F
  • Phone number: 022-716-5721 (Sendai Souvenir Shop No. 4)
  • Official URL: https://kasho-eitaro.com/

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Kazunori Ikeda Individuelle's Cake Citron

Cake Citron, made by Kazunori Ikeda Individuelle, a popular Western confectionery shop that attracts visitors from outside the prefecture in search of delicious sweets, is a refreshing cake made with lemon confit

The owner, who trained in French pastry in Paris, opened his first store in his hometown of Miyagi Prefecture, and now offers authentic sweets at three stores across the prefecture. There is also a store in the S-PAL East Building in the Sendai Station building, making it easy to purchase

It will keep for about a month, so it's a great souvenir to give with plenty of time to spare

INFORMATION

  • Name: Kazunori Ikeda Individuel S-Pal Sendai store
  • Address: 2nd floor, East Building, S-Pal Sendai, 1-1-1 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai
  • Phone number: 022-781-5170
  • Official URL: https://www.kazunoriikeda.co.jp/

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Miyagi Prefecture is full of delicious souvenirs!

In addition to the classic beef tongue and zunda, Miyagi Prefecture is full of delicious gourmet foods that only locals know about

If you're visiting Miyagi Prefecture and are having trouble deciding on a souvenir, be sure to use this as a reference to help you choose a delicious souvenir

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