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[Miyagi Prefecture] What is “zunda” in Zunda mochi? Introducing the deliciousness from the origin of the word!

Zunda mochi is made in the southern Tohoku region, especially in Miyagi Prefecture. It is now famous nationwide for its deliciousness. But do you know what the "zunda" in "Zunda Mochi" is? east...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.12.24

[Miyagi Prefecture] 6 delicious Miyagi souvenirs taught by locals

Miyagi Prefecture has popular tourist destinations such as Sendai, Matsushima, and Zao. Miyagi Prefecture has many delicious souvenirs, including beef tongue, kamaboko, and zunda! This time, we'll be introducing a gift that only locals know about...

editorial staffeditorial staff2021.11.15

Charcoal-grilled Tota

The story of "Sanyaki Tota," a reverse Cinderella story from the Heian period, passed down in Kananari, Kurihara City...

The place name "Kannari" is located in Kurihara City, located on the border with Iwate Prefecture in northern Miyagi Prefecture. It is said that gold dust was removed in the Natsukawa River, which flows through this area, and is based on the place name Kananari, "Sumi-yaki Tota" (Sumi-yaki) (...

.NEFT Editorial Department2021.11.04

Brothers Iwajiro and Iwazaburo

Legend of the demon-stopping brothers of Iwajiro and Iwazaburo, passed down in Akiu Onsen [Miyagi Prefecture]

Akiu Onsen, located in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, has long been loved by people as a hot spring town with beautiful autumn leaves. With Akiu in the center, the prefecture borders of Iwate and Akita prefectures are located in the north, and the Ou Mountains in Tochigi prefecture to the south...

.NEFT Editorial Department2021.11.02

What is the appeal of Watari Town's local dish, "Harako Meal"? [Miyagi Prefecture]

Among the year, autumn from September to November is the time when salmon travels upstream to spawn eggs, and many restaurants in Miyagi Prefecture serve many local dishes called "Harakomeshi." Also,...

tryworks.okatryworks.oka2021.09.01

Sasakama

[Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture] "Kamaboko no Kuni Sasakamakan" offers factory tours and hands-on experience...

When it comes to Sendai's specialty gourmet foods, there are a variety of things, such as beef tongue, Sendai beef, and zunda. Among Sendai's gourmet foods with many fans across the country, Sasakama is the most common and popular among many people...

.NEFT Editorial Department2019.01.04

[Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture] Too much fun for both adults and children! Tohoku History Museum!

Tagajo is a city with a long history that is so long that it is featured in textbooks along with the name Sakaue Tamuramaro. At Taga Castle, there is a history museum that holds many historical materials from the Tohoku region. Its name is "Tohoku History Expo...

Chimon2018.11.06

[Miyagi Prefecture Katta District] The frost-covered field is a rare and spectacular view that can only be found in Tohoku! Ice monster...

A rare and spectacular view that can only be seen in the winter is the ice tree. Those who live in the Kanto region may not be familiar with this phrase. As the name suggests, snow and ice accumulate on the trees...

sugarsugar2018.11.01

craftsman's work

What is Iwadeyama's "Shino Bamboo Works"? Delicate and supple, yet durable! [Iwadeyama, Miyagi Prefecture]

As the catchphrase says Miyagi Prefecture is a food kingdom, it is a famous production area for a variety of foods, including beef tongue, rice, zunda and bamboo shoots, and seafood. However, it is said that it is actually well-known for its crafts such as kokeshi...

Chimon2018.09.27

shark

[Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture] The Shark Museum in “Sea City” is popular! Shark fin...

Speaking of Kesennuma, it is Japan's leading fishing port. It is known for being the number one shark catcher in Japan. And of course the specialty is the shark fin. This popular spot in Kesennuma...

sugarsugar2018.09.25

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