In central Iwate Prefecture, between Morioka City and Oshu City, there are roadside stations dotted with uniquely flavored local soft serve ice cream. There are also stations with museums showcasing the Nanbu Toji brewers, and abandoned...
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The local soft serve ice creams at roadside stations in southern Iwate Prefecture are characterized by their "orthodox" flavors, which are made with the delicious local milk, and by the fragrant sesame seeds. This article...
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Each prefecture in the Tohoku region has a wide variety of foods that go well with rice, known as "rice accompaniments." This time, we'll be introducing "Pucchin Kokko," a product of Kaneka Sea Foods Co., Ltd. "Pucchin...".
The Sanriku Coast south of Miyako City is a scenic ria coastline, and the offshore area has long been known as a good fishing spot. The seafood can be tasted and purchased at roadside stations, so it's a popular destination for locals.
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Kumatappan is a traditional confectionery from Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. Although the name includes the word "bread," it is actually a Japanese confectionery. With its striking pure white appearance and long history, it is one of the most famous local confectioneries...
As part of the post-earthquake reconstruction efforts, the Sanriku Coastal Road was completed as a bypass of National Route 45 along the Sanriku Coast. While this has made travel easier, it is said that the number of cars passing through the city has also increased. Therefore, the coastal road...
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Soft serve ice cream at roadside rest areas is a popular treat that's a must-try during a road trip, as it showcases the flavors and aromas of local ingredients. Last time, I visited a roadside rest area near Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, and recommended by the author...
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Tohoku is known as a "sake region" with an abundance of local sake. And because the culture of drinking is so deeply rooted in this region, there is a strong commitment to "shime" (a traditional Japanese way of drinking) at the end of a night's drinking session. Moreover, this "shime culture"...
The soft serve ice cream at roadside stations makes the most of the flavors and aromas of local ingredients, making it a popular gourmet treat that's essential for a break from driving. In this article, we'll introduce the flavors of the 39 roadside stations in Iwate Prefecture...
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When the cherry blossoms in Hirosaki Park begin to bloom, the people of Tsugaru begin enjoying a slightly unusual cherry blossom viewing experience. The food lined up on the picnic sheets is actually "spiky crabs," a rare cherry blossom viewing delicacy in Tsugaru.
