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Shimanuki kokeshi can 00

Shimanuki's "Kokeshi Can" is a gift for Sendai that will appeal to the hearts of the collection...

When it comes to souvenirs for travel, food is the best. In Sendai, there are many options, such as "beef tongue", "sasa kamaboko", and "hagi no Tsuki". However, surprisingly, the souvenirs that remain in shape are surprisingly unfolding. ...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.28

The highest level of natto consumption in the country! Introducing recommended natto selected by local children [Fukushima...

Natto is a classic rice accompaniment. It is delicious and has a good nutritional balance, so many households probably keep it on hand. Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture has a large amount of natto consumption...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.04.14

Kinoshita koma

Kinoshitakoma - One of Japan's three major pieces, originating from the wooden horse shape hanging on the chest of a present horse...

Along with Hachimanuma in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture and Miharukoma in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a local toy called Kinoshitakoma, which is one of the "three greatest komas in Japan" in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. What is Kinoshitakoma? Kinoshita pieces (Kinoshita pieces) are...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.11

The expression of the samun kokeshi

Sakunami Kokeshi - developed in Sakunami Onsen in Sendai and has a history of over 150 years...

Kokeshi is one of the most representative traditional crafts in the Tohoku region. This is a craft that has spread over a fairly wide area, with at least one unique lineage in all Tohoku prefectures. This time, we'll be looking at the following...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.04.08

Hachimanma IC

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...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.03.17

Variations of Hoyasuime

Speaking of Miyagi, you think of you! 5 recommended squirt souvenirs that you can buy at Sendai Station!

When you think of Miyagi Prefecture, you think of squirts! I'm sure there are many people who say that. This time, we will introduce 5 recommended squirt souvenirs that can be carried at room temperature and are recommended as souvenirs and snacks! What is squirt? ...

YokochiYokochi2025.03.05

What is the famous Iwaki sweet "Jangara"? A Japanese sweet that will addictive touch to your mellow mouth melting [Fuku...

"Jangara" from Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, is characterized by its heavy, heavy bean paste and crisp, chewy skin, and can be obtained not only in Iwaki City, but also at product halls and supermarkets in Fukushima Prefecture...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.02.25

[Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture] What is the traditional craft "Ohori Soma Yaki"? Functional beauty that keeps people fascinating...

Do you know "Ohori Soma ware"? This is a ceramic that has been handed down in Namie Town, Futaba District, Fukushima Prefecture. A bluish green ground color with fine cracks, and a dashing horse is seen running through...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.02.18

Fukushima Prefecture's chocolate flavored sweets! Also a limited edition flavor of that famous sweet?

It is no exaggeration to say that chocolate is captivating sweet tooth. Chocolate is delicious whether you eat in the spring or in the summer, but it's even tastier in the cold season! The rich sweetness goes all the way to the heart...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.02.12

Special Junmai Sake "Kawaguchi Natto"

Is it a natto label sake that should be forbidden to sake breweries? Special pure rice sake collaboration product from a local company...

Wataya is one of Miyagi Prefecture's leading sake brands. There is a limited edition product that Kinnoi Sake Brewery, which makes such a cotton shop, sells only once a year. Its name is Kawaguchi Natto, a special junmai dish. …yeah? Delivery...

AoiwaAoiwa2025.01.30

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