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"Monaka" opens in Sakanamachi, central Morioka! Come meet Mona!.

On July 11, 2024, a new commercial complex called "monaka" opened at the entrance to the Sakanamachi Arcade in Morioka City. The complex has one basement floor and four above-ground floors. "monaka"...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.07.19

"Yakisoba Bagoong" is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions

Why is Yakisoba Bagoong so popular in Tohoku? A look into this local soul food

One of the things that surprises people living in Tohoku when they travel outside the prefecture is that Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold anywhere in the country. In fact, Yakisoba Bagoon is not sold nationwide, and is a product exclusive to the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.27

Apples at JR Hirosaki Station

Introducing traffic safety slogans full of Tsugaru dialect: "Futozu" and "Ittomaga"! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

Traffic safety slogans are often seen while driving. They are often displayed on roadside billboards and electronic bulletin boards, and are used to raise awareness of traffic safety among people nationwide.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.19

Fujita Memorial Garden

5 Recommended "Flying Witch" Pilgrimage Sites Recommended by Locals! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

Flying Witch is a manga that depicts the growth of the main character, Kowata Makoto, amid the beautiful nature of Aomori. It is still being serialized eight years after the anime aired, and is a representative manga of Aomori. In this article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.24

Shiwa Inari Shrine, one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan, is one of the most powerful spots in Iwate Prefecture!

Iwate Prefecture is home to a number of power spots, including Morioka Hachimangu Shrine. One of the most notable is Shiwa Inari, sometimes counted among Japan's three greatest Inari shrines.

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2024.05.17

BBQ

Aomori Prefecture's BBQ is not your average thing! Is it true that the main dishes are sagari and innards?

Aomori Prefecture is known for its abundance of fresh seafood and vegetables, but did you know that it also has a unique yakiniku (grilled meat) culture? In this article, we'll introduce the unique BBQ characteristics found in Aomori Prefecture, particularly the Tsugaru region.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.14

"Grandpa and Grandma Rejuvenate" explores the appeal of the manga set in Aomori [Anime broadcast in April...

The anime "Grandpa and Grandma Rejuvenate" has been airing since April 7th. It's a manga with a unique plot in which an old man and an old woman suddenly become younger one day, but it's actually set in Aomori Prefecture! This article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.13

Daruma-ya Miso Ramen

What are the three great miso ramen in Hirosaki? Taste and compare the local foods loved by locals! [Ao...

When it comes to ramen in Aomori, dried sardine ramen is famous, but did you know that miso ramen is also popular? Miso ramen is almost always served in traditional restaurants...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.03.29

The legendary pyramid that lies dormant in Kazuno City is called Kuromanta! [Akita Prefecture]

Did you know that Kazuno City, which borders Aomori and Iwate prefectures, was once called "Kazuno" rather than "Kazuno"? Nearby are Hachimantai and Go...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2024.03.26

Corner bar

Morioka's 3 Popular Corner Bars! | Heiko Shoten, Hosoju ​​Sake Shop, and Kagiya Sake Shop [Iwate Prefecture]

With a clean river running through the city and good spring water, Morioka has long been a thriving sake brewing center, and in the past it was home to four sake breweries: Asa-Kai, Kiku-no-Tsukasa, Sakura-gao, and Iwate-gawa. As a result, Morioka City...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.12.13

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