Regional cuisine of Hokkaido/Tohoku region

Fukushima

Fukushima Nabe dish

Anko Hot Pot

Anko Hot Pot (あんこう鍋, Ankō nabe) is a signature winter dish from Fukushima Prefecture, made with the various parts of anglerfish, a deep-sea delicacy. Kn...

Yamagata

Yamagata Local cuisine

Hiyajiru

Hiyajiru (冷や汁, Hiyajiru) is a traditional dish from Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture, consisting of chilled dashi broth paired with seasonal vegetable...

Yamagata

Yamagata Soba & Udon

Deep-Fried Eggplant and Grated Daikon Soba

Yamagata Prefecture is celebrated as one of Japan’s foremost soba regions, boasting a rich and diverse soba culture deeply rooted in its local traditions. Am...

Yamagata

Yamagata Bento & Onigiri

Benkei Rice

Benkei Rice (弁慶飯, Benkei meshi) is a flavorful mixed rice dish and a cherished traditional food from Yamagata Prefecture. Its bold and hearty taste is sai...

Yamagata

Yamagata Local cuisine

Natto Mochi

Natto Mochi (納豆餅, Natto mochi) is a beloved traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture, commonly enjoyed as a winter favorite. Often prepared at home durin...

Yamagata

Yamagata Nabe dish

Pork and Miso Flavored Imoni

Pork and Miso Flavored Imoni (豚肉と味噌味の芋煮, Butaniku to Miso Aji no Imoni) is a comforting hot pot dish from the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, ...

Yamagata

Yamagata Seafood

Trout with Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze

"Trout with Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze (鱒のあんかけ, Masu no Ankake)" is a traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture, cherished in the Shonai region as a herald ...

Yamagata

Yamagata Local cuisine

Kaimochi

Kaimochi (かいもち, Kaimochi) is a beloved traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture that highlights the natural, hearty flavor of buckwheat flour. Made by k...

Yamagata

Yamagata Bento & Onigiri

Mogami River Oshin Bento

The Mogami River Oshin Bento (最上川おしん弁当) is a special bento meal served during the scenic boat rides along the Mogami River in Yamagata Prefecture. Pa...

Yamagata

Yamagata Nabe dish

Imoni (Yamagata Taro Soup)

Imoni (芋煮, Yamagata taro soup) is a quintessential hotpot dish from Yamagata Prefecture, enjoyed mainly during the autumn and winter seasons. This hearty d...

Fukushima

Fukushima Ramen

Shirakawa Ramen

Shirakawa Ramen (白河ラーメン, Shirakawa ramen) originated in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, and is a beloved local ramen characterized by its expertl...

Yamagata

Yamagata Ramen

Yonezawa Ramen

Yonezawa Ramen (米沢ラーメン, Yonezawa ramen) is a beloved local specialty of Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture, known for its thin, hand-kneaded curly no...

Yamagata

Yamagata Ramen

Torimotsu Ramen

Torimotsu Ramen (とりもつラーメン, Torimotsu ramen) is a beloved local ramen from Shinjō City in Yamagata Prefecture. This dish features a light and savory s...

Iwate

Iwate Ramen

Ofunato Pacific Saury Ramen

Ofunato Pacific Saury Ramen (大船渡さんまら～めん, Ōfunato sanma rāmen) is a local specialty of Ofunato City in Iwate Prefecture, created in 2010 to showcase...