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Hachiman Horse - A lucky toy that is one of Japan's three major pieces and is a lucky toy that is passed down in the southern horse production area...

In the past, horses were inseparable from people's lives, such as farming, war, and transportation. There are many excellent horse production areas in the Tohoku region, and their appearance is naturally reflected in traditional crafts from various regions. Hachiman horse...

2025.03.17

Tsugaru dialect

Is Tsugaru dialect often onomatopoeia? Introducing popular onomatopoeia [Aomori Prefecture]

When I use Tsugaru dialect on a daily basis, I notice an astonishing amount of onomatopoeia (onomatopoeia) that are not found in standard Japanese. The more onomatopoeia, the nuances of the conversation become richer and the more intuitive it is conveyed...

2025.03.12

This is where the crayfish in Aomori are different! Introducing ways to enjoy other than miso soup

When it comes to shijimi, miso soup is the standard, but shijimi in Aomori Prefecture has such a shame that it's a waste to its own. The clams caught at Lake Juso and Lake Ogawara are particularly highly regarded nationwide...

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The highest consumption of Musumiko in Japan! The appeal of hot rice accompaniment from the prefecture talks about [Aomori Prefecture]

For Aomori residents, simiko is not just a companion to rice. If you have a simplicity for breakfast, that's enough to satisfy you. In fact, if you have muscular teeth, you don't need any other side dishes. Aomori's Sue...

2025.03.07

Shirayuki Express, which took 12 hours to connect Kanazawa and Aomori

From now on (2025) to about 40 years ago, express trains ranging from Kanazawa Station in Ishikawa Prefecture to Aomori Station in Aomori Prefecture over 12 hours. It's a train called "Shirayuki". ...

2025.02.27

Aomori Prefecture's apple harvest is the highest in Japan at 370,000 tons per year! But how much is 370,000 tons?

Many people, even if you don't live in the Tohoku region, know that Aomori Prefecture's specialty is apples. The amount of apples harvested in Aomori Prefecture in 2023 is 374,40...

2025.02.21

What kind of route was the Konan Railway Owani Line, which was effectively decided to abolish it? [Blue...

Regarding the Owani Line, a railway line operated by Aomori Prefecture's private railway, Konan Railway, Konan Railway intends to suspend train operations at the end of fiscal year 2027...

2025.02.19

A train with a locomotive and passenger train! ? Trains with a strange formation [Aomori, Akita, Iwate]

The main character of Japanese railways today can be said to be "trains." Furthermore, on routes where electricity cannot be supplied for trains (non-electrified routes), "dietic cars" that use diesel fuel as fuel are used...

2025.02.06

Aomori is a hidden horse meat production area! Explaining why horse meat culture has become popular

Did you know that Aomori Prefecture is the second largest producer of horse meat after Kumamoto and Fukushima? While horse meat dishes such as horse sashimi and cherry blossom hotpot are widely known, it is surprisingly easy to understand that Aomori is a hidden horse meat production area...

2025.02.05

Takasago Foods' "nabeyaki udon" is so delicious! Why are so many people buying boxes? [...

When you think of winter in Aomori, you can find snow, winter sports, and delicious hot pot dishes that warm your heart. Takasago Foods' "nabeyaki udon" is an essential part of winter. At Aomori supermarkets, it's winter...

2025.02.04

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