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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

Is Akita's traditional vegetable "tonburi" 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

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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[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

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

What is Miyagi Shirome, a high-quality soybean grown in Miyagi Prefecture? We introduce restaurants where you can try it!

What is Miyagi Shirome? It is a high-quality soybean grown exclusively in Miyagi Prefecture. It is a top-quality, large-grained domestic soybean that offers the perfect combination of taste, appearance, and flavor. It is called "Shirome" because the soybean's sprout (navel) is white...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.20

[Fukushima Prefecture] Ramen made with Aizu Mountain Salt is delicious! A great souvenir...

When it comes to local ramen in Fukushima Prefecture, Kitakata Ramen, Shirakawa Ramen, and Koriyama Black Ramen are famous. However, ramen made with Aizu mountain salt has been gaining attention in recent years! The best...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.03.17

[Miyagi Prefecture] Indulge in luxury with Kesennuma's shark fin rice bowls and shark fin sushi!

Shark fin is a luxurious food, but did you know that Kesennuma City in Miyagi Prefecture has its own "Kesennuma Shark Fin Rice Bowl" and "Shark Fin Sushi"? Kesennuma City in Miyagi Prefecture is a shark fin production area...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.18

Ishinomaki Genki Market

Ishinomaki Genki Market, where delicious food from off the coast of Kinkazan is gathered, is a hot spot! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Ishinomaki Genki Market opened in 2017 along the Kitakami River in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the earthquake. It is a market where you can enjoy the energy and deliciousness of Ishinomaki City.

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.15

[Akita Prefecture] A recipe for the traditional dish "Iburi-gakko" is trending? Delicious food...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.08

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