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"Mogami River Senbon Dango" strawberry and tiramisu

What is Mogamigawa Senbon Dango? A delicious Japanese sweet with a one-day expiration date [Oishida Town, Yamagata Prefecture]

Have you heard of "Mogamigawa Senbon Dango," the dumplings that attract crowds of people from inside and outside Yamagata Prefecture every day, lining up to buy? We visited the store to find out the reason for their popularity.

NakaNaka2022.06.16

Flathead sushi

What is Hatahata Sushi? A detailed guide from when to eat it to how to make it [Akita Prefecture]

When you think of delicious fish in Akita Prefecture, you probably think of hatahata, but you might be wondering if it's not suitable as a souvenir because it doesn't keep well. This article will introduce some recommended fish for those people...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.06.12

[Yamagata Prefecture] Buy Cherries Here! 3 Direct Sales Stores Recommended by Locals and Beautiful Cherries...

Yamagata Prefecture's most famous fruit is undoubtedly cherries. This time, we'll introduce freshly picked cherries for those who want to buy delicious cherries in Yamagata.

NakaNaka2022.06.10

What is Chinese elm? A detailed explanation from how to grow it to its use in New Year's dishes [Akita Prefecture]

Many people may think of Chinese elm as a pickled vegetable served in the New Year's dishes of the Kanto region, but in Akita, it is a cherished traditional vegetable. In this article, we will introduce Chinese elm...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.06.08

Ajidoraku Village

What is "Ajidoraku no Sato"? We'll introduce you to everything from where to buy it to delicious recipes...

Did you know that noodle soups are surprisingly regional, with people from Hokkaido calling them "Menmi" and people from Kyushu calling them "Tosenkyo Mentsuyu"? In this article, we'll be looking at Akita...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.06.05

[Miyagi Prefecture] Even more delicious sasa kamaboko! Recommended products and fun recipe variations...

A classic souvenir from Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, is sasa kamaboko. Its firm texture and refined fish flavor are addictive. It's a versatile ingredient that can be enjoyed as a snack with alcohol or as a finishing touch to a meal. Simple...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.25

Frozen rice cakes

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

Which is which: the apricot "Yasuke Ume" (plum) or the genuine "Bungo Ume"?.

Two of Aomori Prefecture's specialties are plums and apricots. Their plump, ripe appearance evokes the richness of the region's climate. However, in fact, there are apricots in Aomori called "ume"...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.17

The ultimate sweetness that drips with juice | Savor the taste of spring asparagus [Fukushima Prefecture]

Spring is here, and the season for delicious vegetables is upon us. This time, we'll be introducing fresh asparagus from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. The large asparagus is thick and perfectly straight.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.05.14

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