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[Shonai Region, Yamagata Prefecture] Dongara, a beloved dish in the Shonai region that warms both body and soul...

In the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, there is a soup that has long been loved and eaten during the harsh winter. It was originally only delicious near the sea, but now that distribution has improved, it is enjoyed throughout the entire prefecture.

ikokeikoke2023.01.19

Fukushima station bento

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Fukushima Prefecture

Fukushima Prefecture, the largest in Tohoku, is home to seafood in the Hamadori region and mountain produce in Aizu, while the Nakadori region produces delicious rice and fruits such as peaches. The entire prefecture is a treasure trove of ingredients. Each station in the prefecture...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.16

Miyagi Ekiben

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Miyagi Prefecture

Sendai's beef tongue, Miyagi Prefecture's most famous gourmet food, is a favorite among many restaurants in the city, with many specialty shops competing to offer the best flavor. There are also many delicious beef tongue bento boxes available as ekiben (station bento), making it hard to choose...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.13

Yonezawa beef from Yamagata

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Yamagata Prefecture

When you think of Yamagata Station's ekiben, the first thing that comes to mind is the now nationally popular "Beef Domannaka." This bento is made with locally grown "Domannaka" rice and topped with a generous amount of beef...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.10

Sendai Yukina

What is Sendai Yukina, delicious in winter? Introducing recommended recipes! [Miyagi Prefecture]

You may be curious about how Sendai Yukina differs from regular Yukina and what its flavor is. It's a popular winter vegetable in Sendai, making it a delightful addition to your dinner table during the cold winter months. This time, we'll be looking at...

megumegu2023.01.09

Akita Station Bento

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Akita Prefecture

Akita Prefecture, a rice-producing region, is rich in delicious local specialties, including seafood such as sandfish, smoked daikon radish, tonburi (rice dumplings), and water shield. It also boasts high-quality meats such as Hinai Jidori chicken and Akita Kuroge Wagyu beef (Akita Nishiki beef).

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.08

Shin-Aomori Station

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Aomori Prefecture

Surrounded on three sides by the Pacific Ocean to the east, the Sea of ​​Japan to the west, and the Tsugaru Strait to the north, Aomori Prefecture is home to the vast Mutsu Bay. Ekiben in Aomori Prefecture are primarily packed with seafood. Between Hachinohe Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen and Shin...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.06

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] Grilled goby is the highlight! Celebrate the New Year with the traditional Sendai Zoni dish...

Zoni, the New Year's dish, has various characteristics depending on the region and culture across Japan. Broadly speaking, in Kansai it is made with round rice cakes and a white miso paste, while in Kanto it is made with square rice cakes and a clear soup or soy sauce-based dish with lots of ingredients.

megumegu2023.01.05

[Aomori Prefecture] Two Aomori Prefecture local dishes you'll want to try in winter: "Keno-jiru" and "Tara no roe salad"...

Aomori Prefecture is home to many local dishes, but did you know that two winter dishes are also popular: "Keno-jiru" and "Tara no roe tossed with cod roe"? We'll introduce the origins and recipes of each dish...

sakusaku2022.12.21

[Yamagata Prefecture] Recommended for a drive: Scenic power spot Sekiyama Falls and warm oden...

National Route 48 (commonly known as Yonpachi), which connects Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, is an essential route for exchanges and logistics between the two prefectures. This time, we will introduce the famous Sakuranbo area, which is the gateway to Yamagata prefecture and lies on the prefectural border.

NakaNaka2022.12.01

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