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Is it too much? Is it? What is the Japanese sweets "unpei"? Traditional flavors rooted in the local area [Aomori...

supermarkets and Japanese confectionery shops in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture and Akita Prefecture are lined with sweets called "Unpei" during the New Year holidays, before Obon, and during the equinox period. Colors such as pure pink and fluorescent green...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.04.25

Is the birth of a new B-grade gourmet food? ? Bel Joyce's nice feeling pan! ! [Iwate Prefecture]

Have you heard of the Bell Joyce Group's "Delicious Beef Curry Bread with Sesame Fragrance" that won the top prize at the "Bento and Side Dishes Awards 2025"? Beef curry filling...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.04.15

The highest level of natto consumption in the country! Introducing recommended natto selected by local children [Fukushima...

Natto is a classic rice accompaniment. It is delicious and has a good nutritional balance, so many households probably keep it on hand. Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture has a large amount of natto consumption...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.04.14

What was "Kirisensho" that pitcher Kikuchi Yusei thought would be in the national category? [Iwate Prefecture]

"Kirisensho" is a local sweet made from steamed rice flour, and is served at celebrations in the central part of Iwate Prefecture, or as a snack when planting rice or farming. The other day, I was able to...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.04.07

What is the true identity of the mysterious traditional sweet "Yubesi"? We also introduce recommended souvenirs [Fukushima Prefecture]

When you go to the station buildings and the product corner in Fukushima Prefecture, you'll find a wide selection of delicious sweets. This time we've picked out Yubeshi, which is one of the most popular local sweets. It has a chewy texture and a simple...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.04.03

What is "Miso Curry Milk Ramen" from Aomori City? Introducing the behind-the-scenes stories and interesting flavors [...

There are many local ramen in Aomori Prefecture, and among them, "Miso Curry Milk Ramen" stands out. At first glance, this combination may seem like a mismatch, but the richness of the miso and the curry...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.03.26

The highest consumption of Musumiko in Japan! The appeal of hot rice accompaniment from the prefecture talks about [Aomori Prefecture]

For Aomori residents, simiko is not just a companion to rice. If you have a simplicity for breakfast, that's enough to satisfy you. In fact, if you have muscular teeth, you don't need any other side dishes. Aomori's Sue...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.03.07

Is Manju Tempura really delicious? We also introduce famous shops and how to make them [Fukushima Prefecture]

When you think of the classic ingredients in tempura, what do you think of? Shrimp, sweet potato, maitake mushrooms, shiso leaves, and manju. ...Huh, manju? that's right. Um, there's bean paste in it...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2025.02.10

Aomori is a hidden horse meat production area! Explaining why horse meat culture has become popular

Did you know that Aomori Prefecture is the third largest producer of horse meat after Kumamoto and Fukushima? While horse meat dishes such as horse sashimi and sakura nabe are widely known, it is surprising to learn that Aomori is also a hidden horse meat renowned region...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.02.05

Takasago Foods' "nabeyaki udon" is so delicious! Why are so many people buying boxes? [...

When you think of winter in Aomori, you can find snow, winter sports, and delicious hot pot dishes that warm your heart. Takasago Foods' "nabeyaki udon" is an essential part of winter. At Aomori supermarkets, it's winter...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.02.04

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