When you think of the classic ingredients in tempura, what do you think of? Shrimp, sweet potato, maitake mushrooms, shiso leaves, and manju. ...Huh, manju? that's right. Um, there's bean paste in it...
On a certain day in September 2024, there was a lot of talk about the release of a plastic model of Akabeko, a traditional craft from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture, on news sites and social media. Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media N...
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Hot springs in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture are dotted with hot springs of various water quality, such as around Mt. Bandai and the mountains of Minami Aizu, as if surrounding the area of the Aizu Basin. Yuno...
Daiwa Consilio
There are local lines that are praised for their expressions such as "local lines with spectacular views," "rail lines with beautiful autumn leaves," and "local lines with beautiful snowy scenery." The Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture and the Uonuma region of Niigata Prefecture...
In Minamiaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture, there are many traditional farmers called Magaraya, with thatched roofs and L-shaped main buildings, and among them, 13 congregants gather in Maezawa Village...
Spring is here and the season for delicious vegetables is here. This time we will introduce fresh asparagus from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. The large asparagus is thick enough and is straight. ...
Akabeko is a cute traditional craft with its neck swaying. Many people may know this because of its distinctive appearance and name. However, "Why do you call me red beacon?" and "Akabekohana..."
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Fukushima Prefecture has many famous spots with great views, where you can enjoy flowers in every season. Among them, the famous cherry blossom spots that capture the hearts of Japanese people and keep you from letting go are definitely something you'd love to visit as a day of outings that will make you feel the spring. So...
The Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture is a famous rice and sake production area. Combined with this, there are a wide variety of local dishes that can be enjoyed as a companion for rice or alcohol. This time we will be introducing a dish of "Nishin" made in the Aizu region, a fragrant adult flavor...
Homare Sake Brewery is open in Kitakata City, located in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. Kitakata City is famous for its Kitakata ramen. However, it is also known for many sake breweries that make delicious alcohol...
