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[Miyagi Prefecture] Indulge in luxury with Kesennuma's shark fin rice bowls and shark fin sushi!

Shark fin is a luxurious food, but did you know that Kesennuma City in Miyagi Prefecture has its own "Kesennuma Shark Fin Rice Bowl" and "Shark Fin Sushi"? Kesennuma City in Miyagi Prefecture is a shark fin production area...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.18

Ishinomaki Genki Market

Ishinomaki Genki Market, where delicious food from off the coast of Kinkazan is gathered, is a hot spot! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Ishinomaki Genki Market opened in 2017 along the Kitakami River in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the earthquake. It is a market where you can enjoy the energy and deliciousness of Ishinomaki City.

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.02.15

[Miyagi Prefecture] A trip to Tohoku's terroage region | A moving experience in search of the finest flavors

Are you familiar with the term "terroage"? This is a term coined by Akiu Winery's CEO, Mr. Mori. At Terroage Tohoku, we are a tour company that embodies the idea that "the best flavor comes from the place of origin.".

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.02.10

[Miyagi Prefecture] What is Yamatoden? Introducing the rare sake sold exclusively in Miyagi Prefecture by Ichinokura

When buying souvenirs while traveling, many people probably want to buy limited edition items that are only available in that area. This article introduces the perfect souvenirs for those people.

MurasakihimeMurasakihime2022.02.03

Full of wonders! The Sendai Science Museum is a spot that stimulates children's curiosity...

The Sendai Science Museum in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, is a facility based on the concept of "touching science and experimenting with chemistry." With many touchable exhibits, it's a popular spot that piques children's curiosity.

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2022.01.25

Knitters and buyers of "Kesennuma Knitting" expand to support reconstruction efforts [Miyagi Prefecture]

Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, suffered severe damage in the Great East Japan Earthquake, but Kesennuma Knitting is helping to spread the word about the area's recovery. Originally a fishing area, the area is now known for its "Kesennuma...".

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.17

[Matsushima Town, Miyagi Prefecture] Winter only! The all-you-can-eat oyster hut in Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, is crowded...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2022.01.12

[Miyagi Prefecture] What is the "Zunda" in Zunda Mochi? Learn about its origin and deliciousness!

Zunda mochi, a type of mochi made in the southern Tohoku region, particularly Miyagi Prefecture, is so delicious that it has become famous nationwide. But do you know what the "zunda" in "zunda mochi" means?.

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.12.24

[Miyagi Prefecture] 6 Delicious Miyagi Souvenirs Recommended by Locals

Miyagi Prefecture is home to popular tourist destinations such as Sendai, Matsushima, and Zao. Miyagi Prefecture also boasts a wide variety of delicious souvenirs, including beef tongue, kamaboko, and zunda. This time, we'll introduce some gift ideas that only locals know about.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2021.11.15

Charcoal Grill Tota

The story of charcoal burner Tota, a reverse Cinderella story from the Heian period, passed down in Kannari, Kurihara city...

Located in northern Miyagi Prefecture, on the border with Iwate Prefecture, there is a place called "Kanari" in Kurihara City. It is said that gold dust was mined in the Natsukawa River that flows through this area, and the charcoal maker "Sumi-yaki Tota" (Sumi-yaki Tota) was named after the place name.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2021.11.04

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