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[Aomori Prefecture] From grain-centered Edo culture to original cuisine! Aomori's...

Aomori Prefecture, located in the northernmost part of Honshu, is home to a variety of local delicacies that regularly make it into the top rankings at the B-1 Grand Prix, a festival of B-class local delicacies. Among them, the one that is particularly recommended is "Yatsugatake".

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.11.09

Enjoy a "full course apple meal" in Aomori Prefecture, Japan's No. 1 apple producer

Many people know that Aomori Prefecture is the number one producer of apples in Japan. In 2020, the prefecture boasted a harvest of over 60%, making it truly an apple-loving prefecture. And...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.11.08

[Fukushima Prefecture] What is the local dish, Ikaninjin? Now known nationwide! A beloved dish...

Ikaninjin is one of Fukushima's representative local dishes, originating in the northern Nakadori region of Fukushima Prefecture. It is a dish known to all Fukushima residents and has long been a beloved home-cooked delicacy.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.11.05

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

Autumn, from September to November, is the time of year when salmon swim upstream to spawn, and many restaurants in Miyagi Prefecture serve a local dish called "harako meshi." Also,...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.09.01

Lake Tazawa Ski Resort boasts stunning slopes! Warm up with local cuisine and hot springs...

One of Akita's most famous winter spots is Lake Tazawa Ski Resort. As its name suggests, it offers a panoramic view of Lake Tazawa and is spread across the slopes of Mount Komagatake. It's perfect for skiers from beginners to advanced...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2019.01.11

Sasakama

[Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture] "Kamaboko no Kuni Sasakamakan" offers factory tours and handmade experiences...

Sendai's specialty foods include beef tongue, Sendai beef, zunda, and many others. Among the many Sendai delicacies with fans across the country, the most popular is sasakama, a popular dish...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2019.01.04

[Aizu, Fukushima Prefecture] We recommend the famous Aizu sweets loved by locals as souvenirs!

When traveling to Fukushima Prefecture, souvenirs can be a challenge. Because Fukushima has three distinct regions—Hamadori, Nakadori, and Aizu—it's hard to find souvenirs that are truly representative of Fukushima Prefecture.

Chimon2018.12.10

Wine and snack set

[Akiu, Miyagi Prefecture] Tour the brewery and sample wine at Akiu Winery!

Akiu is one of Sendai's leading hot spring resorts. Sendai's first winery has opened in Akiu! Sendai is the center of Miyagi Prefecture, the kingdom of ingredients. Akiu's climate is ideal for grape production, so until now, wineries have been...

Chimon2018.09.21

Fromage Hakozuka

[Natori City, Miyagi Prefecture] Pensee's sweets workshop is here! Visit Fromage Hakozuka...

Hakozuka, Natori City, Miyagi Prefecture. A special Western-style pastry shop has opened near the quiet residential area of ​​Mejima. Pensee, a bakery founded in Miyagi, is based on the idea of ​​"bringing special smiles to everyday smiles.".

Chimon2018.09.19

rose

[Kami District, Miyagi Prefecture] Have a wedding in the garden?! Flower arrangements at Yakurai Garden...

Mount Yakurai is a conical mountain located in northern Miyagi Prefecture, on the road from Kami District to Yamagata Prefecture. Despite its low elevation of just 533 meters, its beautiful shape earned it the name of the district where it is located...

Chimon2018.09.17

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