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[Fukushima Prefecture] "The best peach of my life": What are the Fukushima peaches that were the talk of the Olympics?

Some people may remember that the peaches from Fukushima Prefecture served at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics were praised as "the best peaches of my life," creating a buzz. "I ate six Fukushima peaches. They were so...".

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.02

[Miyagi Prefecture] What is the "Zunda" in Zunda Mochi? Learn about its origin and deliciousness!

Zunda mochi, a type of mochi made in the southern Tohoku region, particularly Miyagi Prefecture, is so delicious that it has become famous nationwide. But do you know what the "zunda" in "zunda mochi" means?.

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.12.24

Street vendors still selling these at train stations today | What is Yonezawa City's hidden specialty, "Toge no Chikara Mochi"? [Yama...

Have you heard of train station stand sales? As the name suggests, stand sales are a style of sales where vendors with pouches hanging from their necks sell bento boxes and other items on train platforms. You've probably seen them in old movies...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.15

What is Junsai? From delicious ways to eat it to events...

When traveling, do you look forward to buying precious vegetables that can only be grown in that area as souvenirs? In this article, we will introduce the famous vegetables from Mitane Town, Akita Prefecture, that are perfect for such people...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.10

What is Egoto? Introducing a low-calorie, healthy souvenir made from seaweed [Akita Prefecture]

It's nice to get delicious souvenirs from your trip, but are you worried about the high calorie content? This article introduces some recommendations for those people...

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2021.12.10

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[Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture] "Miroku Yokocho" is a local gourmet spot recommended by the city! A small...

This time, we will introduce Hachinohe Yatai Village Miroku Yokocho, a famous spot representing Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture. As a place where the city is putting effort into revitalizing the area, it is packed with Hachinohe's charms.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.12.08

Enjoy the thick, rich sweetness of "Anpo-gaki," a natural treat! [Fukushima Prefecture]

One of Fukushima Prefecture's specialties is the dried persimmon, or anpo-gaki. When the north winds become cold and harsh, the season for dried persimmons arrives. The vibrant orange persimmons line the shelves of stores across the prefecture, a symbol of winter...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.04

[Fukushima Prefecture] What is the "Usukawa Manju" of Japan's Three Great Manju? Kashiwaya's famous...

Kashiwaya's thin-skinned manju is one of Fukushima Prefecture's most famous confections. The thin skin, which encases a generous amount of refreshingly sweet bean paste, is the result of the same passion and refined techniques that have been used since the company's founding...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.12.02

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

When it comes to New Year's food, mochi (rice cakes) come to mind, but how do you eat them? There are many ways to eat them, such as in zoni (rice cake soup), isobeyaki (rice cake with red bean paste), and so on. However, in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a local dish called cabbage mochi...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2021.11.30

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[Akita Prefecture] From Standard Items to Unique Items! 7 Recommended Souvenirs to Buy in Akita

What comes to mind when you think of Akita Prefecture? Namahage? Iburi-gakke? Akita dogs? Akita Prefecture is a place in the Tohoku region that is home to many unique things. Even within the Tohoku region, it is a unique place...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.11.18

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