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Koriyama brand vegetables [Green Sweet]

Koriyama Brand Vegetables [Green Sweet Edition] Cooking and Eating Them!

Have you ever seen vegetables called "Koriyama Brand Vegetables"? Let's create a vegetable brand unique to Koriyama. We're introducing vegetables that you won't find in your average supermarket or greengrocer.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.09.26

Akebia fruit

Over 90% of Akebia in Japan is produced in Tohoku! One of the autumn flavors, "Akebia" [Yamagata/Akita]

Although it is not a commonly sold fruit, Akebia is famous as one of the flavors of autumn. Although it is often thought of as growing wild in mountainous areas, it is actually also cultivated commercially and produced domestically.

AoiwaAoiwa2024.09.19

Smoked daikon radish tartar sauce is super useful! Introducing basic usage and recommended recipes [Autumn...

Iburi-gakko, a traditional Akita pickle, is known for its crispy texture and unique smoked flavor. Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT: What is the traditional food "Iburi-gakko"?.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.10

Expanded Polo Chocolat packaging

Polo Chocolat is hot! Introducing where to buy it, the varieties, and variations [Aomori Prefecture]

Have you heard of the sweet "Polo Chocolat" that has been trending on social media in recent years? Its rich chocolate flavor and moist texture have captivated many people...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.05

Is shiso-wrapped apricot only found in Aomori and Akita prefectures? Here's how to make it and some recipe variations

"Shiso-wrapped apricots" have been on the dinner table since I was a child. However, as soon as I left the Tohoku region, the opportunities to encounter them decreased. After some research, I discovered that shiso-wrapped apricots originated in Aomori...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.04

[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Iwate Edition ②] Iwate's Autumn Festivals Change with the Region

Compared to northern Iwate Prefecture, where many festivals feature elegant floats parading through the streets, autumn festivals in the southern part of the prefecture are more distinctive. In towns along the Sanriku coast, there are festivals where mikoshi (portable shrines) are carried in the sea, and inland towns have a variety of...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.09.03

Hanamaki Festival

[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Iwate Edition ①] Come see the gorgeous and elegant floats made by local residents!

Autumn festivals in northern Iwate Prefecture are characterized by the parade of colorfully decorated floats with warrior dolls and decorative curtains through the town. The floats are always driven by local children...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.09.03

What is Hirosaki City's traditional vegetable, "Shimizumori Namba"? Locally recommended recipes and products!.

Have you heard of "Shimizumori Namba," a vegetable grown in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture? It's sold at roadside stations and in the local vegetable section of supermarkets in Hirosaki City, but I'm not sure what kind of vegetable it is...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.09.02

[Recommended Autumn Festivals: Fukushima Edition] Autumn in Fukushima is all about warrior processions and fighting festivals!

Fukushima Prefecture's nationally known festivals include the Fukushima Waraji Festival in Fukushima City and the Uneme Festival in Koriyama City, both of which are summer festivals held in early August. This article...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.08.30

Enjoy Aomori's specialty "Takekimi"! Learn how to eat it deliciously and how to make a soft shake...

Dakekimi, a local specialty of Aomori, has captivated many people with its sweetness and rich flavor. In this article, we'll introduce ways to enjoy Dakekimi to the fullest, as well as how to enjoy this seasonal delicacy...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.08.29

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