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Mochi Honzen 01

[Part 1] What is Ichinoseki and Hiraizumi's "Mochi Honzen"? | Honzen cuisine made entirely from mochi

As symbolized by the word "omotenashi," deep consideration and meticulous consideration for others and guests is known as one of the virtues that characterizes Japanese culture.

Korok with a swordKorok with a sword2025.12.01

Enjoy the gourmet food at this station! Packed with Akita's deliciousness...

A wide variety of restaurants are open in "Poporo Road," a free passageway connecting the east and west sides of JR Akita Station, and the station building "Topico," which are directly connected to the ticket gates. From national fast food chains to stylish restaurants...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.11.27

Did you know? Fukushima is constantly creating new local specialties! 3 recommendations [Fukushima Prefecture]

Tohoku is full of delicious foods! Fukushima Prefecture also has many delicious foods, such as peaches and sake, that can be proudly presented both nationally and internationally. While these classic specialties are wonderful, there are also many unique foods...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.19

A taste review of "Miso-pickled Cream Cheese," a delicious snack to enjoy with local sake...

When it comes to snacks that go perfectly with local sake, it's best to find them locally! Fukushima Prefecture is home to many highly acclaimed sakes. We'll introduce you to some of the region's finest snacks to pair with these delicious drinks...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.13

Have you heard of Apios? Introducing the nutritious superfood grown in Aomori

A small potato called "Apios" can be found at farm shops in Aomori. It looks similar to a potato, but it's actually a legume and is so nutritious it's been called a "superfood." This time, we'll be introducing Apios...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.11.10

When you think of yakiniku, you think of mutton, right?! Exploring the mutton food culture of Tadami Town [Fukushima Prefecture...

Yakiniku is delicious any time of the year. What kind of meat do you like? Beef, pork, chicken, mutton...huh, mutton? In fact, there are areas in Fukushima Prefecture where mutton is synonymous with yakiniku...

Motoharu KahashiMotoharu Kahashi2025.11.06

Iced coffee (Tea House Liebe)

[Iwate Prefecture] 6 "Good Old Coffee Shops" that Trace Morioka's Coffee Shop Culture

Heading to Morioka, the Quiet City of Coffee Shops While walking through the city of Morioka, just a short distance from the hustle and bustle in front of the station, you'll come across a quiet coffee shop that exudes a sense of nostalgia. The deep wooden door...

RyokoRyoko2025.11.05

What is the edible chrysanthemum "Afang Palace"? Find out about the origins and recipes of this ingredient that colors autumn in Tohoku!

Like mushrooms and chestnuts, there are many foods that make you feel like autumn has arrived, but in Aomori Prefecture, one such ingredient is the yellow edible chrysanthemum known as "Abokyu." This time, we'll be looking at what kind of ingredient Abokyu is...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.11.04

Introducing the popular gelato at roadside stations! Taste delicious gelato in Iwate prefecture...

One of the joys of roadside stations is the original soft serve ice cream made with local ingredients, but recently, an increasing number of roadside stations have started offering stylish Italian gelato. In Iwate...

Daiwa ConsilioDaiwa Consilio2025.10.30

What is Aomori's autumn delicacy, "Kedamame"? Why is it less well-known than Dadacha beans?

In autumn in Aomori, piles of "Kedamame" (haired beans) appear in supermarkets and farm stands. They are a type of edamame, and as their name suggests, they have a unique appearance with their pods covered in fine hairs. No other beans are as...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2025.10.29

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