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Akita, the birthplace of Inaniwa udon, is a treasure trove of noodle dishes! Why not try comparing them?

When you're feeling a little hungry, why not try some easy-to-eat noodle dishes? Akita Prefecture is famous for its Shottsuru Nabe and Kiritanpo, but it also has a wide variety of noodle dishes. Inaniwa udon and To...

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.27

Inaniwa udon

What is Inaniwa Udon, one of Japan's three great udon noodles and a specialty of Akita?

There must be many people in Japan who have heard of the famous dish "Inaniwa udon." This is because Inaniwa udon is one of the "Three Great Udon Noodles of Japan," and is a dish that originates in Akita.

akoako2018.03.23

Tono Furusato Village

Discover the original Japanese landscape! Tono, Iwate Prefecture, has plenty to see

Located about an hour by train from Shin-Hanamaki Station, Tono City is home to numerous folk tales and legends. There are many charming spots, including old-fashioned houses and a river where kappa are said to have lived.

HarumakiHarumaki2018.03.15

Grilled Kawamata Shamo skewers

We tried out the delicious local chicken and the popular Kawamata Shamo chicken!

While local chickens are now found all over Japan, one that has caught the attention of many chefs for its delicious flavor is Kawamata Shamo, a local chicken from Fukushima. This time, we'll be looking at the appeal of Kawamata Shamo, a product certified by Fukushima Prefecture.

HazukiHazuki2018.03.14

[Pensées] Miyagi Prefecture's two biggest bakeries clash! Who will win the salted bread showdown?! [Bar...

The two major bakeries representing Miyagi Prefecture are "Pensee" and "Basday." If you live in Sendai, you may have been to one of them. They offer unique bakeries themed around Miyagi's specialties.

Chimon2018.03.13

Babahera Ice Cream

Yellow and pink ice flower blooming in Akita! What is "Babahera"?

When talking about Akita Prefecture gourmet food, there is one thing that cannot be forgotten: Babahera ice cream. As summer approaches in Akita Prefecture, people hang parasols on the streets...

akoako2018.03.10

Smoked daikon radish

What is the traditional food "Iburigakko"? Great for snacks and dinner! [Akita Prefecture]

There are many traditional regional dishes, many of which reflect the local food situation. One of the must-try pickles in Akita, "Iburi-gakko," is a part of Akita's culinary history.

akoako2018.01.11

Freshly cooked rice

Chewy rice brand "Date Masayume" debuts! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Brand rice has been gaining attention in recent years. Aomori Prefecture's "Aozora no Hekireki," which debuted in 2015, has quickly risen to become a nationally beloved brand. Miyagi Prefecture, a rice-producing region,...

Chimon2018.01.07

[Fukushima] Enjoy the delicious, thick noodles of Namie Yakisoba at home!

Namie Yakisoba, which originated in Namie Town, Futaba County, Fukushima Prefecture, is an incredibly delicious local food loved not only by locals but also by many people both inside and outside the prefecture. However, due to the Great East Japan Earthquake,...

HazukiHazuki2018.01.06

Yokote Fried Noodles

Is Yokote Yakisoba, Akita Prefecture's legendary B-class gourmet food, now popular nationwide?

Many people have probably heard of the term "B-grade gourmet." B-grade gourmet refers to affordable, everyday food that is neither traditionally stylized cuisine nor high-end cuisine.

akoako2018.01.05

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