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The scent of bamboo brings back memories! "Sasa Dango," a retro Japanese sweet from Inawashiro Town (Fukushima Prefecture)

Each sasa dango is carefully wrapped in a large, deep green bamboo leaf. The refreshing scent of the bamboo leaves brings back memories of childhood, and it's nostalgic for everyone.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.27

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Eating Frozen Mochi | The Ultimate Preserved Food Born from Life's Wisdom [Fukushima Prefecture]

This article focuses on "komi mochi," a preserved food that has been eaten throughout Fukushima Prefecture for a long time. Komi mochi is a food that is eaten fairly widely from the Tohoku region to the Shinshu region. However,...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.24

[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 Cherries! Learn About Different Varieties, Products, and Recipes to Use Them [Yamagata Prefecture]

When you think of cherries, Yamagata Prefecture probably comes to mind. Cherries are Yamagata's main agricultural product, and a wide variety of cherries are grown within the prefecture. This article...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.12

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[Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture] Have you heard of the local gourmet dish "Shiroishi Onmen"? Recommended allergens...

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...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.05.08

What is Kawatsura Lacquerware? A traditional Japanese craft that is widely loved for its ease of use...

When it comes to traditional crafts from Akita Prefecture, Kawatsura lacquerware comes to mind along with birch crafts, Odate bento boxes, and Akita cedar barrels and tubs. However, surprisingly, many people are unaware of its characteristics and merits. This article...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.07

[Aomori] What is Denshu? A story that will make drinking premium sake even more enjoyable...

Denshu is often thought of as the finest sake produced in Aomori, so many people may find it a little intimidating. In this article, we'll introduce you to Denshu...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.05.06

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How did the traditional craft "Akabeko" come about? Exploring its origins and history! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is a traditional craft with a charming, swaying neck. Many people are familiar with its distinctive appearance and name. However, many people may be wondering, "Why is it called Akabeko?" or "What is Akabeko?".

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.05.05

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I want to enjoy the delicious "Sweet Fat" brand pork "Hakkin Pork"! [Iwa...

Have you heard of Hakkinton? Hakkinton is a brand of pork raised in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. Its sweet fat, fine texture, and moderate tenderness make it popular among professional chefs.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.04.30

Yamagata Prefecture is the number one consumer of konjac in Japan! Is boiled konjac the most popular recipe?

You can almost always find tama konnyaku on skewers at any tourist spot in Yamagata Prefecture! Usually, there are 3-4 tama konnyaku on each skewer. Each skewer costs 100 yen...

ikokeikoke2022.04.27

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