"Hatahata" (smelt) is a fish also known as "Thunderfish." It is mainly caught along the Sea of Japan coast and is famous throughout the country as a local specialty of Akita Prefecture, often featured in songs. Akita Prefecture has long been known for its...
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At this time of year, the Tohoku region is in the midst of excitement with imoni (sweet potato stew) parties. Friends gather on the riverbanks to deepen their friendships. This is a typical autumn event in the Tohoku region. However, in Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, the imoni...
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When traveling, you might eat a lot of luxurious food or end up overeating, which can leave your stomach feeling exhausted. In times like these, we recommend a place in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture...
Miyagi Prefecture's signature foods include beef tongue, sasakama (rice crackers), and zunda mochi (rice cakes with dried peas). Among these, zunda is so beloved nationwide that it's used in a variety of sweets. Not just in Japanese sweets...
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Even though Tohoku is cool, summers are still hot. When you travel around, you'll want to eat cold food. Yamagata Prefecture has dishes like mugi-kiri, chilled meat soba, and chilled ramen...
Azumaya, a long-established soba restaurant famous as the birthplace of Morioka's wanko soba, is just a three-minute walk from Sakanamachi Shopping Arcade. It has long been customary in Iwate to serve soba at banquets...
Tatsugoyama is a place located in the southeastern part of Fukushima City, in the mountains, about 20-30 minutes by car from Fukushima Station. "Tatsugoyama Frozen Tofu" has been made here for a long time. Speaking of tofu...
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Miyagi Prefecture is famous for its bean dishes, including "Zunda Mochi." The taste of mochi coated with zunda paste made from edamame beans is simply exquisite. Recently, a zunda-themed candy called "Tohoku Zunko" has been developed...
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Yamagata soba is known for its firm texture and rich aroma, and is enthusiastically supported by country soba fans across the country. Yamagata Prefecture's Murayama, Oishida, and Obanazawa cities are particularly well-known, with many famous soba restaurants...
When it comes to traditional performing arts originating in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, the Tsugaru shamisen is undoubtedly the first thing that comes to mind. The fast-paced, lively music with its many notes lifts your spirits just by listening to it. There are plenty of places where you can enjoy Tsugaru shamisen...
