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[Fukushima Prefecture] What is Japan's third generation manju, "usukimanju"? Kashiwaya's signature name that continues to be loved by locals...

One of Fukushima Prefecture's most famous sweets is Kashiwaya's thin-skinned manju. The thin skin is wrapped in a refreshingly sweet bean paste, and the unchanging thoughts have been around since its founding, as well as refined techniques...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2021.12.02

[Devazuru] Natural rice sake What is Matsukura? Isetan buyers also noticed the specialties [...

When the season gets chilly, many people probably think that if they want to drink sake, they should be hot sake rather than cold sake. This time, we will introduce the Dewazuru, a natural rice sake that is also recommended for warming up Akita local sake...

editorial staffeditorial staff2021.12.01

[Fukushima Prefecture] What is Koriyama City's "Cabbage Mochi"? Enjoy the simple taste! New Year's man...

When you think of New Year's dishes, mochi is the place to eat, but how do you eat mochi? There are many ways to eat it, such as zoni, yakisobe, and bean paste rice cakes, but in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, cabbage mochi, a local ingredient...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2021.11.30

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[Akita Prefecture] From standard items to rare items! 7 recommended souvenirs to buy in Akita

When you think of Akita Prefecture, what do you think of? Namahaga? Is it a bitter? Akita dog? Akita Prefecture is a place in the Tohoku region where many unique things are found in Akita. It is a unique presence in the Tohoku region...

editorial staffeditorial staff2021.11.18

[Aomori Prefecture] From grain-based Edo culture to original cuisine! Born in Aomori...

Aomori Prefecture, the northernmost part of Honshu, has a variety of local gourmet foods that are a regular at the B-1 Grand Prix, a festival of local gourmet food. Among them, I highly recommend "8...

editorial staffeditorial staff2021.11.09

A full course of apples to enjoy in Japan's largest apple production area [Aomori Prefecture]

When you think of Aomori Prefecture, many people know that it is the highest apple production in Japan. It boasts a harvest of over 60% in 2020, making it a truly apple prefecture. And so...

editorial staffeditorial staff2021.11.08

[Fukushima Prefecture] What is the local dish, Ikajin? It is now famous nationwide! Continue to be loved...

Carrots are one of Fukushima's most representative local dishes, originating from northern Nakadori in Fukushima Prefecture. This dish is known to all Fukushima residents, and has long been popular as a home-style flavor. ...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.11.05

What is the appeal of Watari Town's local dish, "Harako Meal"? [Miyagi Prefecture]

Among the year, autumn from September to November is the time when salmon travels upstream to spawn eggs, and many restaurants in Miyagi Prefecture serve many local dishes called "Harakomeshi." Also,...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.09.01

Lake Tazawa Ski Resort has its spectacular slopes! Warm up with local gourmet food and hot springs...

Tazawako Ski Resort is one of Akita's most representative winter spots. As the name suggests, this slope offers a panoramic view of Lake Tazawa, and extends across the slope of Mt. Komagatake. Properly advanced to beginners...

editorial staffeditorial staff2019.01.11

Smelt fishing

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Enjoy fishing for smelt, a specialty of Lake Iwado! Rent a set of tools...

Smelt fishing is usually popular with tourists, including many families and couples. Smelt fishing in Iwado Lake is known for being easy to achieve even for beginners. That's...

sugarsugar2019.01.10

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