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"Place names with 'to' in them" from 1 to 9 [Shichinohe Edition] A place that remains strongly associated with horse breeding...

Of the nine "To" (towns), Shichinohe is the northernmost, and even today, horse ranches are scattered throughout the area. These days, thoroughbred racehorses are raised, rather than military or farm horses.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.29

"Place names with 'to' in them" from 1 to 9 [Gonohe and Rokunohe edition] A simple but tasteful...

Aomori Prefecture's National Route 4 runs from the northern part of Sannohe County to the southern part of Kamikita County, connecting Gonohe and Rokunohe from the south. Gonohe is located in a mountainous area with extensive forests.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.25

Zunda mochi keeps well at room temperature

"Zunda mochi" that lasts for a long time at room temperature, available at Sendai Station, is the perfect souvenir! [Miya...

When it comes to souvenirs from Sendai, there are many things like "Beef Tongue," "Hagino Tsuki," and "Sasakamaboko," but "Zunda Mochi" is also one of them, isn't it? However, authentic Zunda Mochi basically needs to be frozen...

AoiwaAoiwa2024.06.23

Yamagata dashi

Yamagata's "dashi" is a versatile and easy-to-make local dish that goes well with anything! [Yamagata Prefecture]

It's no exaggeration to say that dashi, a staple summer dish from Yamagata, has become popular nationwide. I love it and eat it two or three times a summer! However, when I think back on it, I realize that there are many things to consider when making dashi.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.06.22

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] What is Yonezawa like? Learn about the region's history, tourist attractions, and local specialties...

It would be cool if you could explain smoothly when someone asks you, "What's XXX like?" This "Local Knowledge Treasure Box" is packed with trivia that will come in handy in such situations...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.06.17

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"Niji no Mart" is the kitchen of Hirosaki citizens, aiming to be a market that will last for 100 years! [Aomori Prefecture]

Located just a five-minute walk from Hirosaki Station, with an adjacent parking lot, it's easily accessible. Did you know that there's a food market in Hirosaki that sells everything, making it the kitchen of the locals? This time, we'll be introducing the Rainbow Mart in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture...

YokochiYokochi2024.06.13

[Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture] Taro Roadside Station, gateway to the Sanriku Geopark, which is currently undergoing reconstruction...

The roadside station in Taro, Miyako City, opened in April 1995. At the time, the station was located on high ground north of Taro city, so it was spared from the tsunami caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake and was used as a base for relief efforts in the city.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.06.04

[Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture] Roadside Station Takada Matsubara, a symbol of Rikuzentakata's reconstruction

Takada Matsubara Roadside Station is located within the Takada Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park in Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture, and is adjacent to the Iwate Prefecture Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Memorial Museum.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.05.28

Rocky landscape on the west coast of the Oga Peninsula ©Oganavi

[Oga Peninsula, Akita Prefecture] Strange rock formations on the west coast where ancient legends are passed down

Oga Peninsula's famous tourist attractions, including Godzilla Rock and the Osanbashi Pier, are popular for their intriguing shapes, but they are also valuable places where you can witness the history of the Earth...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2024.05.15

Sakaeya ​​Main Store shop card

If it's nearby, try it for ramen! Sakaeya ​​Honten, the birthplace of "hiyashi" ramen (Yamagata Prefecture)

During the hot summer, you crave something cold! At times like that, the most common thing you can find is "chilled" ramen. In Hokkaido, chilled Chinese noodles are called "chilled ramen.".

AoiwaAoiwa2024.05.11

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