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What is Miyagi Shirome, a high-quality soybean grown in Miyagi Prefecture? We introduce restaurants where you can try it!

What is Miyagi Shirome? It is a high-quality soybean grown exclusively in Miyagi Prefecture. It is a top-quality, large-grained domestic soybean that offers the perfect combination of taste, appearance, and flavor. It is called "Shirome" because the soybean's sprout (navel) is white...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.20

[Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture] So much fun and excitement! The Sendai Astronomical Observatory exhibition room and museum...

The Sendai City Astronomical Observatory has a long history. 68 years ago, in 1954, Professor Yoshio Kato of the Tohoku University School of Science, who became the first director of the observatory, said, "I want to build a proper, sturdy telescope for the students.".

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.03.16

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] 5 Korean restaurants to enjoy near Sendai Station!

Thanks to the popularity of K-POP and Korean dramas, the number of restaurants serving Korean food has been increasing in the Sendai area. From classic dishes like samgyeopsal and bibimbap to chijimi and cheese dak galbi...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.14

[Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture] Enjoy huge portions in Sendai City! 5 gourmet dishes with large portions!!

There are times when you just want to eat until you're stuffed to the brim. There are plenty of restaurants in Sendai where you can enjoy large portions of gourmet food. This time, we'll be introducing...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.13

Bakke Miso

What kind of ingredient is "Bakke"? Learn about the origin of the name and how to cook it! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Many people may not know what "bakke" means. In fact, "bakke" is the name of a certain food ingredient. This time, we will explain the origin of the name of "bakke," a beloved food ingredient in Miyagi Prefecture.

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.12

Koppepan

[Akiu Town, Miyagi Prefecture] The hottest gourmet food in Akiu Onsen! Akiu Pan Shokudo Koppepan is hot!

When you think of Akiu Onsen, many people probably think of Saichi's Ohagi. However, there is a gourmet food that has been trending on social media recently: Koppepan! This time, we'll be introducing...

Hiroyuki OkaHiroyuki Oka2022.03.09

[Miyagi Prefecture] Introducing 5 exquisite sweets only locals know about!

When you think of sweets from Miyagi Prefecture, many people probably think of "Zunda Mochi." However, Miyagi Prefecture is also home to many other delicious sweets, including cakes, tarts, dango, and anmitsu, all of which are less well known.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2022.02.27

Fresh oysters

Oyster-based processed foods like "Oyster Miso" and "Oysters Boiled in Water" make perfect souvenirs! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Hiroshima Prefecture is famous for its oysters, but Miyagi Prefecture boasts the second-highest oyster farming yield in Japan in 2020. Miyagi Prefecture also has a wide variety of processed oyster products. Oyster souvenirs are a great way to...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.26

A stone monument engraved with the Freemason mark near the site of the main gate of Sendai Castle

A Freemason stone monument near the site of Sendai castle's main gate? Investigating the mystery of Sendai!.

In Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, there is Sendai Castle (Aoba Castle), the castle of Date Masamune. Near the site of the main gate, there is a stone monument that appears to belong to the Freemasons, and it has become a bit of an urban legend...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2022.02.22

Miyagi Prefecture: A tour of famous footbath hot springs | Recommended footbath spots in Akiu, Sakunami, and Naruko...

A must-see for footbath lovers! We'll introduce you to some footbath spots where you can easily enjoy Miyagi Prefecture's famous hot springs. Miyagi Prefecture is home to many famous hot springs, but there are also plenty of other places to enjoy a footbath while sightseeing, touring, or just for a quick...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.20

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