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The next big thing after Morioka's three famous noodle dishes is this! Try the new genre, "Morioka Udon"...

Table of Contents 1. Morioka: Where Udon is Gaining Popularity 2. Mentaro (Nishisenboku, Morioka City) 2.1 Supakara Noodles: 950 yen 2.2 Hiyashi Jugoya: 860 yen 2.3 Jajamen Garlic: 900 yen 2....

DaiwaConsilio2026.04.07

dialect

How do you address people in Tsugaru dialect? We explain dialectal terms like "odo," "oga," and "appa," including family names and first-person pronouns

Table of Contents 1. What kind of language is Tsugaru dialect? A rough overview 2. The way family members are addressed is very unique 2.1 Odo (father) 2.2 Toccha (father) 2.3 Oga (mother) 2.4 Kaccha (mother) 2.5 ...

Hana Odagiri2026.04.03

Traditions and customs

The "Kase-dori," a divine incarnation wearing a straw cloak, is fun to watch with its "Kakkakka!" chant...

Table of Contents 1. What is Kase-dori? 1.1 "Celebratory Water," "Hand Towel Wrapping," and the Auspicious "Straw" 2. History of Kase-dori 2.1 Imperial Kase and Town Kase 2.2 Interruption in the Meiji Period 2.3 Preservation Society Formed in the Showa Period...

Aoiwa2026.04.02

souvenir

A treat made with carefully selected soybeans! Discover authentic tofu at "Fuusetsu Hana" [Iwate Prefecture, Hachioji...].

Table of Contents 1. "Fuusetsu Hana"'s Commitment to Making Truly Delicious Tofu 1.1 Selection of Heirloom Soybeans, Deep Well Water, and Imported Nigari Suitable for Tofu Making 2. Tasting "Fuusetsu Hana" Tofu...

DaiwaConsilio2026.03.31

bread

What is Aomori's famous "stick bread"? We'll introduce its origin story and how it's made

Table of Contents 1. What is Stick Bread? What is this mysterious food beloved in Aomori City? 1.1 Stick bread is bread baked on a stick 1.2 Often seen at school events and children's events 2. Why is it popular in Aomori City? ...

Hana Odagiri2026.03.30

traditional events

Hote Festival | A fire-prevention ritual with over 300 years of history held at Shiogama Shrine [Miyagi Prefecture...].

Table of Contents 1. What is the Hote Matsuri? 2. Scenes from the Hote Matsuri (Photo Report from March 10, 2026) The Hote Matsuri is held annually on March 10th at Shiogama Shrine in Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture...

Aoiwa2026.03.27

traffic

New HB-E220 series hybrid diesel railcars debut on the JR Kamaishi Line! [Iwate Prefecture]

Table of Contents 1. What is the JR Kamaishi Line? 2. Trains on the Kamaishi Line 2.1 Local Trains 2.2 Rapid Trains 2.3 Past Trains 3. What is the new HB-E220 series hybrid diesel railcar? 4. Retired Kiha...

Yuto Ono2026.03.25

Tohoku gourmet

What is Akita's specialty "Bodakko"? We'll explain why it's salty and show you how to recreate it at home

Table of Contents 1. What is Bodakko? Exploring the popular preserved food of Akita 1.1 Bodakko is a general term for salted salmon 1.2 Various origins of the name 2. Why is it so salty? Explaining why bodakko is salty...

Hana Odagiri2026.03.24

B-grade gourmet food

We asked the staff at Morioka's soul food shop, Fukuda Pan, about their top 3 most popular breads!.

Table of Contents 1. Fukuda Bread: A Soul Food Beloved by Morioka Citizens 2. What are the Best-Selling Savory Breads? Fukuda Bread's Popularity Ranking! 2.1 1st Place: Corned Beef (with Potato Salad) 2.2 2nd Place...

DaiwaConsilio2026.03.23

traffic

Enjoy the abundance of gourmet food at the station! Let's explore the food scene at Fesan, the station building at JR Morioka Station...

Table of Contents 1. What kind of place is "station-naka"? 2. Morioka Station's station building "Fezan" is a treasure trove of gourmet food! 3. Morioka's three famous noodle dishes, ramen, pasta, and standing bars are all available at "Menkoi Yokocho" 3.1 Ramen...

DaiwaConsilio2026.03.19