Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
This site is an online media that delivers all sorts of trivia about the six Tohoku prefectures, from sightseeing and gourmet spots to local customs, history, and more
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
  • Home
  • What day is it today? Tohoku edition
  • Tohoku gourmet
    • Local cuisine
    • Recipe
    • meal
    • ingredients
    • Alcohol
    • drink
  • Tourist destinations in Tohoku
    • scenic spots
    • power spot
    • facility
    • hot spring
    • Historic Site
    • Experience
    • traffic
  • Things from Tohoku
    • souvenir
    • Traditional crafts
    • food
    • Tohoku Brand
    • seasoning
  • Tohoku Events
    • swimming in the sea
    • Festival
    • Limited-time event
    • firework
    • Cherry blossom viewing
    • autumn leaves
  • Tohoku Mystery
    • history
    • Traditions and customs
    • traditional events
    • folk performing arts
    • folk beliefs
    • urban legend
    • great man
  • Japanese

Tohoku gourmet

  • HOME
  • Home
  • Tohoku gourmet

A local introduces the charms of Morioka City, which was chosen as the second most popular travel destination in the world by the New York Times...

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.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.31

What is the "Minamida Onsen Hotel Appleland" in Tsugaru, home to the Apple Kannon?.

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...

sakusaku2023.01.30

[Iwate Prefecture] 7 Famous Waters in Iwate Prefecture! Sweetfish and salmon swim upstream in the famous waters that flow through the city!

Iwate Prefecture has the largest watershed in Tohoku and is home to the Kitakami River system, which is rich in water. Furthermore, there are many mountain forests that serve as water sources, making it an area rich in water resources. Morioka City, the prefectural capital, is particularly known for its "famous water sources.".

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.27

What is "Fusubezuke," a vegetable dish passed down only in Yonezawa? [Yamagata Prefecture]

Yonezawa City boasts a variety of traditional vegetables and pickles that are registered as trademarks. The name of the vegetable, "yukina," is said to have been passed down directly to Lord Uesugi Yozan. It is one of the vegetables that represents the snowy city of Yonezawa, and pickles made with it are available.

ikokeikoke2023.01.25

cod

[Shonai Region, Yamagata Prefecture] Dongara, a beloved dish in the Shonai region that warms both body and soul...

In the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, there is a soup that has long been loved and eaten during the harsh winter. It was originally only delicious near the sea, but now that distribution has improved, it is enjoyed throughout the entire prefecture.

ikokeikoke2023.01.19

Fukushima station bento

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Fukushima Prefecture

Fukushima Prefecture, the largest in Tohoku, is home to seafood in the Hamadori region and mountain produce in Aizu, while the Nakadori region produces delicious rice and fruits such as peaches. The entire prefecture is a treasure trove of ingredients. Each station in the prefecture...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.16

Miyagi Ekiben

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Miyagi Prefecture

Sendai's beef tongue, Miyagi Prefecture's most famous gourmet food, is a favorite among many restaurants in the city, with many specialty shops competing to offer the best flavor. There are also many delicious beef tongue bento boxes available as ekiben (station bento), making it hard to choose...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.13

Yonezawa beef from Yamagata

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Yamagata Prefecture

When you think of Yamagata Station's ekiben, the first thing that comes to mind is the now nationally popular "Beef Domannaka." This bento is made with locally grown "Domannaka" rice and topped with a generous amount of beef...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.10

Sendai Yukina

What is Sendai Yukina, delicious in winter? Introducing recommended recipes! [Miyagi Prefecture]

You may be curious about how Sendai Yukina differs from regular Yukina and what its flavor is. It's a popular winter vegetable in Sendai, making it a delightful addition to your dinner table during the cold winter months. This time, we'll be looking at...

megumegu2023.01.09

Akita Station Bento

Boasting the best ekiben from the six Tohoku prefectures! Introducing the top 5 recommended ekiben in Akita Prefecture

Akita Prefecture, a rice-producing region, is rich in delicious local specialties, including seafood such as sandfish, smoked daikon radish, tonburi (rice dumplings), and water shield. It also boasts high-quality meats such as Hinai Jidori chicken and Akita Kuroge Wagyu beef (Akita Nishiki beef).

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.01.08

  • 
  • 1
  • …
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • …
  • 59
  • 
  • [What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is August 4th?
Search articles by keyword
Pickup
  • "Grilled Squid Street" is famous for its squid curtains! The concentrated flavor attracts many repeat customers...
  • Scarlet Robe (Part 1)
    [Part 1] Aizu samurai cultivated apples! Japan's first privately cultivated apples, "Hi no Koromo" and "Kuni...
  • [Semboku City, Akita Prefecture] A hotly talked about craft beer! Is it called "Akita Inu"?
  • The season for the local dish "dashi" has arrived! We'll introduce you to a wide range of recipes and variations...
  • Delicious sauce
    The all-purpose seasoning "Umai-tare" is the unsung hero of local cuisine! [Yamagata Prefecture]
  • Fried gluten rice bowl
    Make Aburafu Donburi at Home! A Delicious B-Class Gourmet Originating from Miyagi Prefecture
  • British toast packaging
    Is British toast a local food? Discover the charm of local bread! [Aomori Prefecture]
  • Mochi Honzen 02
    [Part 2] What is "Mochi Honzen" in Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi? | Over 300 varieties! A diverse cuisine...
  • bar
    5 "Senbero" Bars in Front of Sendai Station (Miyagi Prefecture)
  • [Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture] Follow in the footsteps of the Oshu Soma clan, who nurtured a unique culture for 800 years...
  • Image of an Emishi warrior
    The missing link in the birth of the Japanese sword? What is the "Warabito" wielded by the Emishi? [Part 1]
  • deer dance
    Date and Nanbu folk performing art "Shishiodori" | Sasara Hall closure project on-site report [Iwate Prefecture]
  • Naruko Kokeshi doll facial expression
    Naruko Kokeshi – Traditional Kokeshi dolls developed in Naruko Onsen, one of Miyagi's three famous hot springs in Oshu.
  • The Legend of Benbeko Taro
    Myoken Shrine (Yamagata Prefecture) - home to the legend of Benbeko Taro, a fierce battle between a dog and a raccoon dog
24h Ranking
Recommended Articles
  • Katakura family mausoleum
    Four historic sites related to Katakura Kagetsuna, a famous vassal of Date Masamune, and the Katakura family [Miyagi Prefecture]
  • Iwatani Juhachiya Kannon, a folk deity's altar, "Onakama" (Collection of Nakayama Town Historical and Folk Museum)
    The spirit medium "Onakama" and her head temple "Iwatani Juhachiya Kannon-do" in Yamagata Prefecture
  • Plaque of Karamatsu Shrine
    Karamatsu Shrine | The god who protects women's lives for matchmaking, fertility, and safe childbirth... "Karamatsu-sama of the Border" [...
  • Family photo from the Meiji period
    30 Surnames with Roots in Yamagata Prefecture's Prestigious Families
  • Tohoku region license plates
    Including local license plates, there are a total of 16 types! A map showing the distribution of license plates in the Tohoku region!
  • Close-up of a white fluffy dog ​​with a pink tongue hanging out, smiling at the camera on a neutral background.
    Go meet the big, fluffy Akita dogs! [Akita Prefecture, Odate City, Akita City, and other locations]
Image of the excavation of the Warabite sword
The missing link in the birth of the Japanese sword? The "Warabite sword" wielded by the Emishi...
[Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture] Sightseeing spots to visit along with Hanamiyama and food you should try...
Rice drying scene in the countryside
Why are rice drying methods different? Scenes after rice harvesting vary by region
Sendai City Museum
[Miyagi] Visit the Sendai City Museum to see the rarest documents from the Date clan!
Atago Shrine's temple nameplate
Atago Shrine on Mount Atago (...
[Akita Prefecture] Before enjoying Akita's representative summer festival, the Kanto Festival!...
Lake Usoriyama at Mount Osore
The mysterious world of Shimokita Peninsula Geopark: "The northernmost monkeys at Mount Osore and Hotokegaura"...
What is the mystery behind the place names that start with "to" from Ichinohe to Kunohe? Scattered throughout the former Nanbu territory...
[Akita Prefecture] What is Hirafuku Hyakuho? A detailed introduction to his works and where you can see them
Honkai Shishimai Banraku is a folk performing art that has been preserved and passed down for 400 years in Akita.
Mochi Honzen 01
[Part 1] What is Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi's "Mochi Honzen"? | Made entirely from mochi...
Is Japan's Oyu Stone Circle a sacred place from the Jomon period? [Autumn...
JR Morioka Station
[Iwate Prefecture] A good old retro trip! 5 spots to experience Morioka's history!
[Fukushima Prefecture] If you want to meet aliens, head to Fukushima! Iino Town is famous for its UFOs 
The bus comes once a day
Is the statement "The bus comes once a day" from the movie "We're Going to Tokyo" actually true?.
Search articles by keyword
Search articles by prefecture
  • Aomori Prefecture
  • Iwate Prefecture
  • Akita Prefecture
  • Miyagi Prefecture
  • Yamagata Prefecture
  • Fukushima Prefecture
Recommended Categories
  • Festival
  • Traditional crafts
  • power spot
  • urban legend
  • Alcohol
  • B-grade gourmet food
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT
  • Japanese
  • About this site
  • Operating company
  • Privacy Policy
  • Writers Wanted
  • inquiry

Copyright © 2026 Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media NEFT. All Rights Reserved.