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5 Local Fukushima Sakes: Recommended Souvenirs and Gifts for Your Loved Ones

Fukushima Prefecture has the highest number of gold medal winners in the National New Sake Tasting Competition! It is attracting attention as one of the leading sake producing regions in the country. If you are looking to buy delicious Fukushima sake as a souvenir or gift, which one should you choose?.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.07

Akabu Sake Brewery

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] What is Akabu? Introducing a new type of sake made by young people in Iwate

We all know that sake has been passed down to the Japanese people since ancient times, but are there any of you who feel that it doesn't suit the modern era? This article is for those of you who feel that sake is not suitable for the modern era.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.06

Hechoko Dango

What is Hechoko Dango? A detailed explanation from the meaning of the name to how to make it [Ninohe City, Iwate Prefecture]

In the days before agriculture was mechanized, the moment when a year's worth of farm work came to an end was probably a happy moment for farmers, when they could finally take a breather. In this article...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.05

[Miyagi Prefecture] What is Yamatoden? Introducing the rare sake sold exclusively in Miyagi Prefecture by Ichinokura

When buying souvenirs while traveling, many people probably want to buy limited edition items that are only available in that area. This article introduces the perfect souvenirs for those people.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.03

The reborn Tsuchiyu Onsen! 4 fun spots recommended for seasonal travel [Fukushima Prefecture]

Tsuchiyu Onsenkyo in Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a famous hot spring town that has been renowned for a long time. In recent years, it has been attracting attention for the emergence of new and unique spots while still retaining the charm of a good old hot spring town.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.02

frozen sky

The once-disappeared flavor is back! The miracle of Fukushima's soul food, "Toten" [Fukushima Prefecture]

One of Fukushima's most popular products is "Toten." This satisfying snack was hugely popular, but it suddenly disappeared from the market in 2019. However, there are still people hoping for its revival...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.01.31

[Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture] The ultimate luxury of enjoying Yonezawa beef along with hot springs!

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.29

Shirakawa Ramen

The exquisite soy sauce soup that fills your mouth! What is the appeal of "Shirakawa Ramen"? The popular...

Ramen has become a national dish. Fukushima Prefecture is home to local ramen varieties such as Kitakata Ramen and Koriyama Black Ramen, but one of the most popular is Shirakawa Ramen.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.01.28

Mamebu soup (1)

What is Mamebu Soup? A detailed explanation of the flavor featured in the NHK drama series "Amachan" [...].

In the first episode of "Amachan," which was broadcast as a serial drama on NHK in 2013, the main character Aki is taken to Kitasanriku City by her mother during summer vacation, and tastes mamebu soup for the first time.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.01.28

What is hittsumi? Learn more about the differences between suiton and hatto, as well as the best sake to pair it with...

In December 2007, Iwate Prefecture's local dish, "Hittsumi," was selected as one of the "Top 100 Local Dishes of Agricultural and Fishing Villages" by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. In this article, we will introduce a local dish made with local ingredients, which has been...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.01.27

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