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Tatsukoyama's frozen tofu is a great ally for a healthy diet! And it's delicious! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Tatsugoyama is a place located in the southeastern part of Fukushima City, in the mountains, about 20-30 minutes by car from Fukushima Station. "Tatsugoyama Frozen Tofu" has been made here for a long time. Speaking of tofu...

HazukiHazuki2017.07.18

"I ate 28 of them!" Have you heard of Akita's famous confectionery, Kinman? [Akita Prefecture]

Each prefecture has its own specialty dishes and famous sweets. Of course, Akita Prefecture has many of its own specialties. Kiritanpo nabe and smoked pickles are famous both inside and outside the prefecture and are synonymous with Akita.

akoako2017.05.22

[Fukushima] Even one is filling - If you come to Fukushima, you have to try Shimiten!

There are many delicacies that can only be enjoyed in Fukushima, and one of them is "Shimiten." However, just hearing the name doesn't tell you what it is, right? That's the same for me. I had a friend ask me, "...

HazukiHazuki2017.05.20

Characterized by its refined sweetness! What is Akita's specialty "morokoshi"? [Akita Prefecture]

Each region has its own specialty products. Of course, Akita Prefecture has many of these, and the souvenir shops are lined with colorful sweets and folk crafts. Among the souvenirs, "gold...".

akoako2017.05.07

Kiritanpo: A traditional gourmet dish that is a must-try on any trip to Akita!

Akita Prefecture is known as one of Japan's leading rice-producing regions. According to a 2016 announcement by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Akita Prefecture ranks third in the nation in terms of rice yield. It's precisely because of this...

akoako2017.04.17

One more

The strawberry situation in Miyagi Prefecture: "Moikko" and "Migaki Ichigo"

One of Miyagi Prefecture's famous products that tends to be overlooked is strawberries. Watari Town and Yamamoto Town are famous strawberry producing areas, boasting the highest production volume in the Tohoku region, and many tourists visit the area every year to pick strawberries. In Miyagi Prefecture...

Chimon2017.04.10

Bamboo shoots

Enjoy your evening drink with sasakamaboko! A simple recipe to enjoy sasakama to the fullest!

Sendai's famous products include beef tongue, zunda, and sasa-kamaboko. Sasakama is named for its bamboo leaf shape. However, its history is not well known. This time, we will introduce the Sendai specialty...

Chimon2017.04.05

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