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Perfect as a souvenir! What is "Sendai Naga Egg Pickled Egg Pickled"? We also introduce places where you can buy it [Miyagi Prefecture]

When you think of Miyagi Prefecture's specialty, many people probably think of bamboo kamaboko and beef tongue, but the "Sendai Chou Nasuzuke" is actually a famous product that has been popular in the prefecture since ancient times.

This time, we will introduce the characteristics and taste of ``Sendai long eggplant pickles,'' which are perfect as travel souvenirs, as well as the spots where you can purchase them.

What is Sendai's specialty, "Sendai long eggplant pickles"?

First of all, for those who are not familiar with "Sendai long eggplant pickles", I would like to introduce its characteristics.

Pickles with a history of over 400 years

The origin of ``Sendai long eggplant'' is said to have been in 1593 when the Sendai clan brought back seeds from Hakata and began cultivating them in their territory.

It has a slender and small look, and is also characterized by the fact that it can be pickled whole pieces without cutting them. The most familiar seasoning is light, pickled in a light soy sauce base, and some manufacturers offer miso-pickled or mustard pickled vegetables

When you bite into it, it has a crispy texture and the taste is not too strong, so it can be eaten in a variety of situations, from accompanying rice or somen to tea.

Difference between “Sendai long eggplant” and regular eggplant

The difference between "Sendai Nagasu" used for pickles and regular eggplants is in appearance and delicateness. In terms of appearance, the eggplants used for "Sendai long eggplant pickles" are harvested at a cute size of 8 to 11 cm, so I guess they are still growing. You may feel that way.

And in terms of sensitivity, Sendai Nagasu characterized by its extremely thin skin and is prone to scratches . As a result, there are few producers and it is rarely seen at supermarkets in the prefecture.

You can definitely buy it here! Two famous manufacturers of “Sendai long eggplant pickles”

Sendai long eggplant pickles are still relatively unknown to people outside the prefecture, but if you go to souvenir corners, you'll find several manufacturers selling them. Therefore, we will introduce two famous manufacturers so that even those who are purchasing ``Sendai long eggplant pickles'' for the first time will not be confused.

Okada's Sendai long eggplant pickles

"Okada's Sendai Naga Eggplant Pickled Seaweed" is characterized by the fact that you can enjoy the vivid coloration of the eggplant made from native varieties, which are carefully selected from the uncolored varieties.

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Okada's Sendai Naga Essip Pickled Eggplants <Information>

  • Store name: Okada's Sendai long eggplant pickles
  • Address: 1-4-9 Otoshi-cho, Wakabayashi-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture
  • Phone number: 022-284-0131
  • URL: https://www.sendai-naganasu.com/

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Sendai long eggplant yutakaya

"Sendai Long Eggplant Yutakaya" is a long-established pickled vegetables shop founded in 1937, and sells not only long eggplant pickles, but also Nanban miso pickles, which are famous as the best supporting role in beef tongue set meals.

the "miso pickles" made with Sendai miso the "spicy pickles" made with Japanese mustard are also popular products.

Sendai Long Eggplant Yutakaya <Information>

  • Store name: Sendai Nagasu no Yutakaya
  • Address: 20-20 Hakken, Shimonao, Shibata-cho, Shibata-gun, Miyagi Prefecture
  • Phone number: 022-282-3646
  • URL: https://www.yutakaya-shop.com/

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Where can I buy “Sendai long eggplant pickles”?

We have introduced the characteristics of "Sendai Long Eggplant Pickles" and famous manufacturers, but you can easily buy it without going to the factory. We will introduce three places that even tourists can easily stop by.

Souvenir corners from all over Miyagi Prefecture

The first is a souvenir corner located all over the prefecture. You can purchase it Meguri Irotoiro on the 2nd floor of Espal Sendai East Building Osougedokoro store, located near the Shinkansen ticket gate

You can also purchase souvenir corners in large supermarkets such as Aeon and Ito-Yokado in the prefecture.

S-PAL Sendai store

The Espal Sendai store has a direct store for "Okada's Sendai Naganasuzuke." located the first basement floor , so you can stop by after a trip or buy it quickly even when you don't have time.

Pickles section of supermarkets in the prefecture

"Sendai Chou Egg Pickled Egg Pickled" can also be purchased at the food sections of supermarkets all over the prefecture. The refreshing taste increases demand in the summer, so we recommend taking a look when you visit Miyagi Prefecture around summer.

Try “Sendai long eggplant pickles” once

This time, we have introduced the characteristics of Sendai long eggplant pickles, a specialty of Miyagi Prefecture, famous manufacturers, and places where you can purchase them. These delicious pickles have a light and chewy texture that will make you addicted to them. It's perfect as a souvenir or gift, so be sure to give it a try!

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