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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

[Fukushima] Opened in 2017. The famous bar at the popular roadside station "Kunimi Atsukashinosato"...

Kunimi Atsukashinosato Roadside Station opened in May 2017 in Kunimi Town, Date County, in northern Fukushima Prefecture. Kunimi Town is known for its abundant agricultural products, including peaches.

HazukiHazuki2017.08.22

Perfect for a summer trip! Try all of Yamagata's "cold noodles"!

Even though Tohoku is cool, summers are still hot. When you travel around, you'll want to eat cold food. Yamagata Prefecture has dishes like mugi-kiri, chilled meat soba, and chilled ramen...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.08.08

What is the natto mochi that is so delicious that Miyagi residents mistake it for a national favorite?

Miyagi Prefecture is famous for its bean dishes, including "Zunda Mochi." The taste of mochi coated with zunda paste made from edamame beans is simply exquisite. Recently, a zunda-themed candy called "Tohoku Zunko" has been developed...

Chimon2017.07.11

Fried gluten rice bowl

Make Aburafu Donburi at Home! A Delicious B-Class Gourmet Originating from Miyagi Prefecture

A famous B-class gourmet dish from Miyagi Prefecture is the aburafu don (fried gluten rice bowl). It has gained national fame through the B-Class Gourmet Grand Prix (B-1 Grand Prix) and the "Secret Kenmin Show.".

Chimon2017.05.02

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Wankosoba? Or Reimen? A famous restaurant in Morioka City where you can enjoy local specialties...

Morioka City in Iwate Prefecture was once famous for its wankosoba noodles, but in recent years, Morioka cold noodles and jaja noodles have been gaining attention, earning it the nickname "Noodle Town." If you're visiting Morioka City in Iwate Prefecture, be sure to check out the famous...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.04.26

Image of swordfish

Come to Iwaki and eat swordfish! Unique menu items are constantly being added!.

The sea off the coast of Iwaki is a "tidal marlin" where warm and cold currents meet. It is world-famous as a marlin fishing ground. There is a record of the largest marlin ever caught in Japan here. By the way, "Marlin...".

HazukiHazuki2017.04.13

We asked about the appeal of Akiu Village, Akiu's new tourist facility! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Akiu Village is a new leisure facility that has opened in Akiu. With its spacious grounds and neat exterior, it's a place you'll want to stop by. To make the most of Akiu Village, we recommend...

Chimon2017.03.24

Perfect for walking around town! 3 handy foods you can try in Miyagi!

Miyagi Prefecture is home to a wealth of walking spots in each region. And because of this, there are plenty of hand-held foods you can casually enjoy while strolling around town! This time, we'll be introducing some of the locally beloved hand-held foods...

Chimon2017.02.21

Approach to Mount Teikyo

Speaking of Sendai! The locals love the triangular deep-fried tofu and Mount Teikyo [Miyagi Prefecture]

Miyagi Prefecture has a wide selection of delicious prepared foods, such as sasakama (rice crackers) and beef tongue, but they make a rather cliched souvenir. If you're looking for something a little more unique, try Teikyo Mountain's "Teikyo...".

Chimon2017.02.08

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