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Illustration of a monkey drinking sake

What is monkey sake? A detailed explanation of the medicinal liquor introduced by Sugae Masumi in Yukidewamichi [Akita Prefecture]

Sugae Masumi, a Japanese scholar and traveler from the late Edo period, wrote in "Yukidewamichi" that he made monkey sake at the house of Shimada Gensuke, who has lived in Tashiro Village (now Yamauchi Village), and is effective in treating stomach pains. This note...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.24

[Ramen Kingdom, Yamagata Prefecture] 5 famous restaurants that offer Yonezawa Ramen, a light soy sauce-rich noodles!

Yamagata Prefecture is said to be the top ramen consumer in the country. Remains of the Edo period's shogunate domains have led to the prefecture being "Okitama", "Murayama", "Mogami", and "Shonai..."

editorial staffeditorial staff2022.02.23

Enjoy Yamagata Soba! Introducing soba noodles and recommended restaurants that are unique to Yamagata

I want to go on a trip to eat delicious soba noodles! For those who think so, Yamagata Prefecture is a recommended area. Yamagata Prefecture has the second largest consumption of soba noodles in the country. As a prefecture that loves soba, there are many soba restaurants lined up...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.21

[Miyagi Prefecture] Enjoy luxury with Kesennuma's "Shark Fin Bowl" and "Shark Fin Sushi"!

Shark fin is one of the luxurious ingredients, but did you know that in Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, there are Kesennuma shark fin bowls and shark fin sushi? Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, produces shark fin...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.18

grilled scallops

[Aomori Prefecture] Enjoy “Mutsu Bay Scallops” with local cuisine!

The sweet and deliciousness of scallops is amazing. Aomori Prefecture is the second largest catch for scallops after Hokkaido. In particular, scallops are farmed a lot. And Aomori...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.16

Ishinomaki Genki Ichiba

"Ishino Maki Genki Ichiba" is a hot spot where delicious food from Mt. Kinka is gathered! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Ishinomaki Genki Ichiba has been opening since 2017 along the Kitakami River in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, which was heavily damaged by the earthquake. A market where you can enjoy the "energy" and "delicious" of Ishinomaki City...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.15

Monkfish

The delicacy "Anko" is a delicious winter taste on the beach! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Hamadori is a coastal area of ​​Fukushima Prefecture. It boasts rich seafood from the seasons, and has developed a food culture of fisherman's food and seafood dishes. In this article, we will introduce the "Anko" seafood in winter. Deep sea...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.12

[Miyagi Prefecture] Terroage Tohoku trip | A moving experience in search of the best taste

Do you know the term "terroage"? These are words proposed by Mori, representative of Akiu Winery. Terroage Tohoku has a skeleton that embodies the "best deliciousness lies in the production area"...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.10

[Akita Prefecture] Is the arranged recipe for the traditional food “Iburigakko” a hot topic? Delicious food...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.08

5 local sake selections from Fukushima | Introducing sake recommended as souvenirs and gifts for loved ones

Fukushima Prefecture has the highest number of gold medals in the country at the National New Sake Tasting Review! It is attracting attention as one of the best sake spots in the country. If you want to make delicious Fukushima alcoholic drinks a souvenir or gift, which one you choose...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2022.02.07

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