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Yokote Yakisoba

Now is it nationwide? Akita Prefecture's legendary B-grade gourmet "Yokomete Yakisoba"

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

Nameta flounder

Let's go through the year with Miyagi's old fish, "Namegara"!

Namegare flounder is a traditional New Year's Eve tradition in Sendai. While salmon is popular in the Kanto region and yellowtail in the Kansai region, namegare flounder is the beloved New Year's fish in Miyagi Prefecture...

Chimon2017.12.29

Anpanman's Kadomatsu

Sendai's first sale is amazing! Get a luxurious lucky bag in Sendai on the 2nd of the New Year!

When you think of New Year's in Sendai, you think of the first sale! Nowadays, first sales are held all over Japan, but their origins lie in a commercial event held in the Sendai domain during the Edo period! Sendai's first sale...

Chimon2017.12.29

Scenery seen from the observation deck

A thrill for enthusiasts! Learn about infrastructure at Kamafusa Dam while enjoying nature!

From central Sendai, take National Route 286 towards Akiu Kawasaki. Lake Kamafusa is a beautiful lake located near the border between Sendai and Kawasaki. The Kamafusa Dam, which we'll introduce today, directs water from Lake Kamafusa to areas around Sendai and beyond.

Chimon2017.10.30

Grilled beef tongue

Sendai's best treat! What's the secret hidden in beef tongue? [Miyagi Prefecture]

When naming three famous things in Sendai, the two that always come up are "Date Masamune" and "beef tongue." Beef tongue in particular is a dish that many people who have only ever tried at regular yakiniku restaurants will enjoy in Sendai.

Chimon2017.10.06

The Imoni War Between Miyagi and Yamagata

What is the Imoni War as explained by a Miyagi writer? [Miyagi/Yamagata]

At this season, the Tohoku region is full of fun with Imoni parties. They gather together on the riverbed and deepen their friendship. It is an autumn tradition in the Tohoku region. However, in Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, the seeds of Imoni-kai...

Chimon2017.09.30

Yori unknown portal

Sendai Station is progressing into a tourist station! ? Enjoy Sendai Station with Yori Unknown SENDAI!

JR Sendai Station is now transforming into the most exciting tourist station. Previously, JR Sendai Station, a central institution in Sendai that emphasized functionality and convenience, said, "I went somewhere just by visiting...

Chimon2017.09.17

Sailor Moon's hometown? A stroll around Azabujuban, the former residence of the Sendai clan...

Azabu-Juban in Tokyo's Minato Ward was the site of the feudal lord's residence in the Sendai domain during the Edo period, and is now home to embassies from various countries. Naoko Takeuchi, the manga artist behind "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon," also lived here...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2017.07.14

Sendai nanda bill

Card game “Sendai Nanda Fu” event report that takes you on a journey of thought

On June 17th and 18th, 2017, a card game called "Sendai Nanda Fudashi" was held at Honmachi Square. This was part of an art project called the Sendai Merchants Project, and...

Chimon2017.07.01

good morning socks

[Miyagi Prefecture] Learn the Miyagi dialect! "So," "Suddenly," "O...

What would you do if someone said to you, "Bring me some jas!"? The correct answer is, "Bring me some jerseys." Although it's not used much these days, jerseys are called "jas" in Miyagi Prefecture...

Chimon2017.06.06

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