Aomori Prefecture is home to many historic springs, many of which are beloved by local residents for their drinking water. In the Tsugaru region in particular, spring water is called "shitsuko" (clear water) in the Tsugaru dialect.
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Have you heard of "Shingoro," a local dish beloved in certain areas of Fukushima Prefecture? With its unusual name, many people may not be able to imagine what kind of food it is. This time...
Hiroyuki Oka
There are stylish Starbucks stores all over Japan, but Hirosaki City in Aomori Prefecture is also home to the quaint, Showa-era retro Starbucks Coffee Hirosaki Koenmae store. Located in Hirosaki Park, famous for its cherry blossoms...
Have you heard of "Hoya Tamago" (Hoya Eggs), which are quietly becoming more and more popular in Miyagi Prefecture? Made with sea squirts, a specialty of Miyagi Prefecture, they make a perfect souvenir. Furthermore, there's a sea squirt egg shop at Sendai Station...
Hiroyuki Oka
"Gotto" is a famous confectionery from Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture. It comes in a specially designed package by Leiji Matsumoto, the manga artist behind Galaxy Express 999.
Speaking of snow, Tohoku is the place to be! Aomori's winter cold and snowfall are particularly different from other prefectures. If you're planning your first trip to Aomori, you might be wondering, "How cold is it in Aomori?".
In addition to the recommended travel spots in Morioka City featured in the New York Times' "52 Places to Visit in 2023," there are other recommended spots within walking distance of Morioka Station.
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The chocolate-flavored "Haginoshirabe," a sister product of the famous Sendai confectionery "Haginotsuki," will be back on sale for a limited time from Wednesday, February 1st at select stores and the official online shop...
On January 12, 2023, the New York Times announced that Morioka City was ranked second in its list of "52 Places to Visit in 2023," just behind London, causing a wave of surprise and delight among local residents.
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I stayed at Minamida Onsen Hotel Apple Land at the end of last year. I thoroughly enjoyed the hot springs and the food at Minamida Onsen Hotel Apple Land, and had a blissful time. In this article, I will introduce the Minami...
