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Is Tonburi, a traditional Akita vegetable, effective for dieting? From nutritional value to recipes...

Tonburi is said to have been named after a corrupted version of "burikko (sandfish roe)," a dish from China that resembles sandfish eggs. Known as "caviar from the field," its appearance and texture have made it a popular dish among Akita residents.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.20

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What is "Danburi Choja"? A detailed explanation of the folk tales that became the name of sweet potato shochu [Akita Prefecture]

In May 2021, the Tokyo Whiskey & Spirits Competition (TWSC) 202 is a distilled liquor competition for the sweet potato shochu "Danburi Choja," manufactured and sold by Akita Prefecture Fermentation Industry Co., Ltd.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.18

Which is the name of the apricot "Yasuke Ume" or the authentic plum "Bungo"? [...

Aomori Prefecture's specialty products include plum and apricot. Its plump and fruity appearance gives it a rich atmosphere. However, in Aomori Prefecture, there are actually "apricots called ume"...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.17

The ultimate sweetness drips with a slurping taste | Enjoy spring asparagus [Fukushima Prefecture]

Spring is here and the season for delicious vegetables is here. This time we will introduce fresh asparagus from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. The large asparagus is thick enough and is straight. ...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.14

[Akita] What is Sakihokore? Introducing a new rice variety scheduled to debut in the fall of 2022

What is Sakihokore? View this post on Instagram Instagram Takaramai Honpo on Instagram: "Sakihokore Specially Grown Rice from Akita Prefecture...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.13

Enjoy cherry! Introducing the differences in varieties, products, and recipes for consumption [Yamagata Prefecture]

When you think of cherry, many people think of Yamagata Prefecture. Cherries are a major agricultural product in Yamagata Prefecture, and a wide variety of varieties are cultivated within the prefecture. This article is...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.12

What is Ohayo Natto? A delicious treat made from the clean water of Misato Town and original natto bacteria...

According to the results of an online survey conducted in June 2021 by the Natto PR Center of the National Natto Cooperative Association on 2,000 men and women aged 20 and over, people living in the Tohoku region eat natto every day...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.09

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[Shiraishi City, Miyagi Prefecture] Do you know the local gourmet "Shiraishi Onmen"? Recommended Allen...

Have you heard of Shiroishi Umen, a local Miyagi gourmet dish? It's popular within the prefecture, but it's probably unfamiliar to people outside the prefecture. So, this time we'll be introducing Shiroishi Umen...

HiroyukiOkaHiroyukiOka2022.05.08

What is "Kawaren Lacquerware"? Japanese traditional crafts are widely popular for their ease of use...

When it comes to traditional Akita prefecture crafts, Kawauchi lacquerware is lined with birch crafts, Odate bent-gewappa, and Akita cedar barrels, but I'm sure many people don't know their characteristics or advantages. This note...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.07

[Aomori] What is rice wine? An episode that will make drinking the highest quality sake even more fun...

When you think of tasting sake, you tend to imagine it as the finest sake made in Aomori, so many people probably think it's a bit of a hindrance. In this article, what are the best foods?

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.06

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