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Is British toast a local food? Discover the charm of local bread! [Aomori Prefecture]

Have you heard of "British Toast," a bread beloved by the people of Aomori Prefecture? "British? But it's Aomori..." some people wonder, while others say, "It's British toast, right? I know it!"...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.07.14

Craft beer

[Craft Beer in Akita Prefecture] 5 Local Beers with Unique Flavors to Enjoy!

As of June 2022, there are five craft beer breweries in Akita Prefecture. Three of them were founded during the "craft beer boom" at the end of the 20th century and have been brewing unique beers for over 20 years...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.07.13

[Kawauchi Village, Fukushima Prefecture] What is "Kanzarashiko" (cold powder) that is full of natural flavors?.

Have you ever heard of "kanzarashiko" (cold flour)? Kanzarashiko is actually a type of rice flour. Kanzarashiko, which is made by utilizing the harsh natural cold, is a high-quality food ingredient. At the same time...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.07.10

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What is Yamaichi Soy Sauce's "Akegarashi"? A special flavor that pairs well with alcohol and rice [Yamagata...

We would like to introduce you to "Akegarashi," a soy sauce made by Yamaichi Soy Sauce Factory, a long-established soy sauce maker in Yamagata Prefecture. It is a secret recipe that has been enjoyed only within the family for a long time. The rich, vibrant flavor of koji and the tangy...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.07.09

Craft beer

[Craft Beer in Miyagi Prefecture (Northern Area)] 5 Breweries with Unique Flavors!

Among the microbreweries producing craft beer in the area north of Sendai in Miyagi Prefecture are a long-established establishment that has been brewing "local beer" since the end of the 20th century and a new brewery that is hoping to help with the recovery of the coastal areas affected by the disaster.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.07.08

[Miyagi Prefecture] Make delicious "Zunda" | Enjoy the vibrant green flavor of early summer at home

Miyagi Prefecture's specialty is "Zunda Mochi." For fans of Japanese sweets, seeing the generous amount of Zunda bean paste poured over the mochi makes you feel happy. By the way, that bright green "Zunda Mochi"...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.07.07

Craft beer

[Craft Beer in Sendai City and Southern Miyagi Prefecture] 5 New Breweries...

As of June 2022, there are two microbreweries in Sendai City, and one each in Shiogama City, Natori City, and Kakuda City. With the recent craft beer boom, the number of restaurants serving craft beer is increasing...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.07.06

Hinai chicken yakitori

[Akita Prefecture] Learn to love Hinai Jidori, one of Japan's top three breeds of chicken, even more! Its characteristics, history, and beauty...

In Hinai, a region in northern Akita Prefecture, local chicken breeding has flourished since the Edo period. Hinai Jidori is one of Japan's top three local chicken breeds, and its meat is known for its rich flavor and chewy texture.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.07.03

Fukushima sweets

"Just like a picture book" - 3 stunningly beautiful Fukushima sweets

Fukushima Prefecture is home to many famous sweets, including Mamadoru and thin-skinned manju, which are well-known throughout the country. At the same time, a new genre of sweets has emerged, known as "photogenic sweets," which are so beautiful they'll take your breath away...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.07.02

Craft beer

[Yamagata Prefecture Craft Beer] 7 Local Beers from the Fruit Kingdom! Cherry and Apple...

Yamagata is famous for its cherries, such as Sato Nishiki, and craft beer is brewed using these cherries and apples as secondary ingredients. There are many well-established breweries that have been around since the 20th century, as well as up-and-coming...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2022.07.01

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  • Aomori's sea urchin is also top-notch! We introduce its charms that are just as good as those of Sanriku and Hokkaido!
  • A must-have in Aomori's cold winter! What is the local dish "Jappa Soup"?
  • Grilled scallops
    [Aomori Prefecture] Enjoy the taste of Mutsu Bay scallops in local cuisine!
  • Shimizumori Nanba, a traditional vegetable from Hirosaki City
    What is "Shimizumori Nanba," a traditional vegetable from Hirosaki City? Here are some recipes and products recommended by locals...
  • [Aomori] What is Hokaiori? Tsugaru's Obon customs are colorful and unique
  • Yamagata Prefecture is the number one consumer of konjac in Japan! Is boiled konjac the most popular recipe?
  • [Semboku City, Akita Prefecture] A hotly talked about craft beer! Is it called "Akita Inu"?
  • Okahijiki
    "Okahijiki" is a traditional vegetable originating from Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture, and is a nutritious land-based hijiki!
  • The family crest of Akita City (a cypress fan with an eagle's feather)
    The Hiyama Ando clan, who ruled Akita during the Sengoku period and had their base in Noshiro [Akita Prefecture]
  • [Series 5: The Battle of Zenkunen and the Battle of Gosannen] 20 years after the Battle of Zenkunen, wars once again spread across Oshu...
  • Osaki Senbero
    The area around Furukawa Station in Osaki City, the central city in the north of the prefecture, is a treasure trove of cheap drinking establishments! [Miyagi Prefecture]
  • Aizu Higan Lion (Tenning Lion)
    Aizu Higan Shishi | A folk performance from the Aizu region, danced during the spring equinox [Fukushima Prefecture]
  • The Rusu family graveyard at Daian-ji Temple
    Daian-ji Temple, the family temple of the Mizusawa Date clan and Rusu clan in Mizusawa, Oshu (Iwate Prefecture)
  • Rezanov's Nadezhda as depicted in Japan
    A strange twist of fate led the Sendai clan to become the first Japanese to circumnavigate the globe [Imperial].
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    Konpira Barrel Floating Ceremony | A traditional folk event in Yamagata Prefecture to pray for protection against water-related disasters on the Mogami River
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The relationship between Oe Hiromoto, one of the "13 Lords of Kamakura" and Minamoto no Yoritomo's wise man, and Yamagata Prefecture
The first place in Japan to be connected to space: the Mizusawa Campus of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan [Iwa...
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What is Saruzake? A detailed explanation of the medicinal liquor introduced by Masumi Sugae in "Yuki Dewa Do" [...
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Is one of Japan's three Fudo temples in Miyagi Prefecture? Tome City's Shirauosan Daitokuji Temple and Yokoyama Fudo...
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