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Inaniwa udon

What is "Inaniwa Udon," one of Japan's three major udon noodles and is a specialty of Akita?

There are certainly not many people in Japan who have heard of the name of the famous dish "Inaniwa Udon." This is because Inaniwa Udon is one of the "three major udon in Japan" and is known as Akita...

akoako2018.03.23

Iburigakko

What is the traditional food "Iburigakko"? Great for snacks and dinner! [Akita Prefecture]

There are many local traditional dishes, but many of them reflect the local food situation. The pickle called "Iburigakko" that you can eat in Akita is also a food history in Akita Prefecture...

akoako2018.01.11

Nameta flounder

Let's go through the year with Miyagi's old fish, "Namegara"!

Namegare flounder is a traditional New Year's Eve tradition in Sendai. While salmon is popular in the Kanto region and yellowtail in the Kansai region, namegare flounder is the beloved New Year's fish in Miyagi Prefecture...

Chimon2017.12.29

Sendai specialty "Seri Nabe"

Warm up your body with Miyagi Prefecture's famous winter dish "Seri Nabe"!

"Seri nabe" (water parsley hotpot) is a winter specialty of Miyagi Prefecture, especially Natori and Sendai. Compared to beef tongue, sasakama, and zunda mochi, it is not as well known nationwide, but it is a very popular dish in Miyagi Prefecture.

Chimon2017.12.01

Speaking of fish from Akita Prefecture, this is it! 《Hatahata》 and 《shotsuru nabe》

"Hatahata" is a fish also known as the "Kaminarifish." It is a fish that is mainly caught on the Sea of ​​Japan side, and has appeared in the poem as a specialty of Akita Prefecture, and is famous nationwide. In Akita Prefecture, it has been a long time since...

akoako2017.10.25

The Imoni War Between Miyagi and Yamagata

What is the Imoni War as explained by a Miyagi writer? [Miyagi/Yamagata]

At this season, the Tohoku region is full of fun with Imoni parties. They gather together on the riverbed and deepen their friendship. It is an autumn tradition in the Tohoku region. However, in Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, the seeds of Imoni-kai...

Chimon2017.09.30

It warms your heart! Experience the wonders of Japanese cuisine with Aizu's local cuisine! [Fukushima Prefecture]

When you're traveling, you can eat only luxurious foods or eat too much, which can make your stomach feel tired. In such cases, we recommend Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.09.20

[Tago Town, Aomori Prefecture] Tapkopu Soyu Village is a popular spot where you can experience sightseeing! cup...

Recently, experiential tourism has become popular, especially among couples and families. One must-see spot for experiential tourism is Tapkopu Soyu Village. This facility is located in Takko Town...

sugarsugar2017.08.20

Zunda

Easy and simple! ? Let's try Sendai's famous zunda at home!

The most representative foods in Miyagi Prefecture are beef tongue, bamboo shoots, and zunda mochi. Among them, Zunda is loved nationwide so much that it is used in a variety of sweets. Not only Japanese sweets...

Chimon2017.08.11

Perfect for summer trips! Let's eat all the "cold noodles" from Yamagata!

No matter how cool it is, summer is still hot. When you travel around and around, you'll want to eat cold food. Yamagata Prefecture offers chopped barley, cold meat soba noodles, and chilled ramen...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.08.08

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