[Miyagi Prefecture] Terroage Tohoku trip | A moving experience in search of the best taste

Do you know the word "terroage"? This is a phrase proposed by Mr. Mori, the representative of Akiu Winery.

At Terroage Tohoku, we offer tourism that embodies the idea that "the best taste is found in the production area." A journey where you can see, touch, feel, and taste the local climate and people's activities. Why not take part in making memories?

In this article, we will introduce Terroage Tohoku.

What is terroage?

Terroage is a combination of terroir and mariage. This is a phrase proposed by Mr. Mori, the representative of Akiu Winery in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.

Terroir represents the climate and human activities. Marriage means the pairing of food and alcohol. The purpose of terroage is to travel to experience all of these things together.

The Tohoku region's rich natural environment has given rise to delicious food, alcohol, and a unique traditional culture. We are proposing a new form of tourism that allows you to get acquainted with the local people, culture, and climate through travel.

Terroage Tohoku activities

Terroage Tohoku offers tours where you can see, touch, and feel the climate and human activities that have cultivated the food of the Tohoku region, and enjoy food and drinks. This is a journey where you will realize that ``the best taste lies in the place where it is produced.''

This is not a tour that just ends with eating and seeing. Through food, we aim to turn the experience of living and interacting with people into precious memories.

This tour allows you to enjoy experiences unique to the production area, so the content of the experience varies depending on the destination.

You can eat ingredients that you have harvested with your own hands, and you can watch the cooking process. An outdoor restaurant is set up in a field or farm for that day only. The content is not only about the deliciousness of the ingredients, but also about the charm of the local nature and culture, and allows you to touch the hearts of the local people.

The types of alcohol you can enjoy vary depending on your destination.

Craft beer and wine production has also been increasing in Tohoku in recent years. Of course, there are many rice-producing areas, so there are many delicious sakes. Enjoy delicious local sake along with your food. You can also see the manufacturing process unique to the production area and taste the freshly made food.

The appeal of Terroage Tohoku's tours is the special experience that can only be experienced locally.

The best terroage in Tohoku! What is a model area?

Terroage Tohoku tours are held all over Tohoku, but there are some areas in particular that are taking the initiative as model areas.

  • Akiu
  • Sakunami
  • Natori

These three regions are working together to promote the marriage of local alcohol and food.

Akiu

Akiu Onsenkyo, about 30 minutes by car from Sendai City, is considered one of the three famous hot springs in Oshu. It is also famous as a famous spot for autumn leaves.

In addition to hot springs, the area is also rich in food resources, including restaurants that use local ingredients. The wines and ciders made at Akiu Winery have won awards at Asian wine competitions.

The combinations of Miyagi's rich ingredients from the mountains and sea and wine made from grapes cultivated from scratch are endless.

Sakunami

Sakunami Onsenkyo, located about 40 minutes by car from Sendai city, has been passed down as a hidden hot spring for successive Sendai feudal lords. A power spot where the beautiful valley and babbling of a clear stream soothe your soul.

This is the place where Nikka Whiskey Taketsuru built the Miyagikyo Distillery after falling in love with the clear water. This rich and gorgeous whiskey plays with the local ingredients and flavors in a powerful yet gentle way. You can enjoy mariage at delicious restaurants such as pizza made with fresh vegetables.

Natori

Located in the central part of Miyagi Prefecture, this is an area where farming has flourished since ancient times, using the fertile soil blessed by the Natori and Abukuma rivers. It is famous for its fragrant Japanese parsley, which is grown in clean water. Additionally, as a half-farming, half-fishing town facing the sea, it has developed a rich food culture.

Easy access is also attractive as it is close to Sendai Airport and the Tohoku Shinkansen. There are also many commercial and leisure facilities.

We are also proud of our delicious sake made from the rich underground water of the Natori River. The flavor is made with local rice, and the combination with fresh seafood is a delight that can only be enjoyed in the region where it is produced.

How can I join a tour of Terroage Tohoku?

To participate in the various tours promoted by Terroage Tohoku, please visit the website below. There are various attractive experiences available depending on the season and production area, so I hope you have a good encounter.

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In this article, we introduced Terroage Tohoku's delicious sake and food tour.

Proposing that the ultimate taste lies in the production area, Terroage Tohoku's tours are packed with special experiences that can only be experienced locally. Why not take a trip to experience the charm of Tohoku?

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