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Fukushima boasts the highest natto consumption in Japan! Introducing the locals' top picks for natto...

Natto is a classic rice accompaniment. Delicious and nutritionally balanced, it's likely that many households keep it on hand. Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture, is known for its high natto consumption...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.04.14

Hoya Suimei Variation

Speaking of Miyagi, sea squirts are the first thing that comes to mind! 5 recommended sea squirt souvenirs you can buy at Sendai Station!

When you think of Miyagi Prefecture, you think of sea squirts! Many people probably think of sea squirts! This time, we'll introduce five sea squirt souvenirs that can be stored at room temperature and are recommended as souvenirs or snacks! What is a sea squirt?...

YokochiYokochi2025.03.05

Chocolate-flavored sweets from Fukushima Prefecture! Limited-edition flavors of famous sweets?

It's no exaggeration to say that chocolate is a sweet tooth. It's delicious in spring and summer, but even more so in the cold season! Its rich sweetness reaches deep into your heart...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.02.12

Taroan's famous "Aizu Tenjin-sama" fluffy bouche with addictive cheese cream...

Have you heard of the sweet "Aizu no Tenjinsama"? It's a long-selling treat that has been sold by the confectionery store "Taroan" since 1979. It has a soft and fluffy bouche with a firm texture...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.01.20

Locals share the appeal of Aomori's all-purpose seasoning, "Stamina Gentare," and their recipe variations...

When you think of Aomori, what comes to mind? Apples? The Nebuta Festival? Or perhaps snowy scenery? But as a local who knows Aomori inside and out, I can say with a loud voice, "There's one thing you can't miss!".

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.01.14

Furukawa specialty dad's favorite

Does the name sound similar to a nationwide favorite? Furukawa's specialty, "Papa's Favorite" (Miyagi Prefecture)

When you think of delicious and versatile mixed rice crackers that are great for drinking or as a snack for kids, what product name comes to mind? Many people probably think of names like "〇 Favorites"...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.10.01

Koriyama brand vegetables [Green Sweet]

Koriyama Brand Vegetables [Green Sweet Edition] Cooking and Eating Them!

Have you ever seen vegetables called "Koriyama Brand Vegetables"? Let's create a vegetable brand unique to Koriyama. We're introducing vegetables that you won't find in your average supermarket or greengrocer.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.09.26

Akebia fruit

Over 90% of Akebia in Japan is produced in Tohoku! One of the autumn flavors, "Akebia" [Yamagata/Akita]

Although it is not a commonly sold fruit, Akebia is famous as one of the flavors of autumn. Although it is often thought of as growing wild in mountainous areas, it is actually also cultivated commercially and produced domestically.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.09.19

Smoked daikon radish tartar sauce is super useful! Introducing basic usage and recommended recipes [Autumn...

Iburi-gakko, a traditional Akita pickle, is known for its crispy texture and unique smoked flavor. Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT: What is the traditional food "Iburi-gakko"?.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.10

Is shiso-wrapped apricot only found in Aomori and Akita prefectures? Here's how to make it and some recipe variations

"Shiso-wrapped apricots" have been on the dinner table since I was a child. However, as soon as I left the Tohoku region, the opportunities to encounter them decreased. After some research, I discovered that shiso-wrapped apricots originated in Aomori...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.04

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    The Moniwa family mausoleum at Sekiunji Temple, where the bloodline of Moniwa Tsunamoto, a famous general known as one of the Three Great Commanders of the Date clan, rests [Miyagi Prefecture]
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Miyagi Prefecture also has a castle with a castle tower! The castle of Katakura Kagetsuna, a senior retainer of the Date clan, is called "Shira...
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"Mogami Safflower" certified as a Japanese Heritage and Japanese Agricultural Heritage [Yamagata Prefecture]
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Yasunotaki Falls in Akita Prefecture is ranked a proud 2nd among Japan's 100 best waterfalls!
Tsugaru dialect
Does Tsugaru Dialect Have a Lot of Onomatopoeia? Introducing Commonly Used Onomatopoeia [Aomori Prefecture]
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