Regional cuisine of Akita region
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Gibasa
Gibasa (ぎばさ, Gibasa) is a type of seaweed from the brown algae family known as Akamoku. Cherished as a local specialty in Akita Prefecture, it is recogniz...
Tomburi
Tomburi (とんぶり, Tomburi) is a hidden gem from Akita Prefecture, often served as a delightful appetizer. Made from the seeds of the kochia plant, its cavia...
Hinai Free-Range Chicken Oyako Don
Hinai Free-Range Chicken Oyako Don (比内地鶏親子丼, Hinai jidori oyako don) is a luxurious local specialty of Akita Prefecture, crafted with Hinai chicken, o...
Kazuno Horumon
Kazuno Horumon (鹿角ホルモン), a specialty of Kazuno City in Akita Prefecture, is a dish featuring pork and beef offal marinated in a sweet and savory miso-b...
Jumonji Ramen
Jumonji Ramen (十文字ラーメン, Jumonji ramen) is a beloved local ramen from the Jumonji area in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture. Its standout features inclu...
Yokote Yakisoba
Yokote Yakisoba (横手やきそば, Yokote yakisoba) is a beloved local dish from Yokote City in Akita Prefecture, known for its unique style and delicious flavor...
Baba Hera
Baba Hera is a classic roadside ice cream vendor that every resident of Akita Prefecture knows and loves. This treat boasts a light, refreshing texture an...
Shottsuru Hot Pot
Shottsuru Hot Pot (しょっつる鍋, Shottsuru nabe) is made with Shottsuru, a traditional seasoning from Akita Prefecture. This unique fish sauce is created thr...
Junsai (Watershield)
Mitane Town in Akita Prefecture is renowned as Japan’s top producer of junsai (watershield), a unique perennial water plant from the waterlily family. This p...
Kiritanpo
Kiritanpo Nabe (きりたんぽ鍋, Kiritanpo hot pot) is a traditional dish from Akita Prefecture. It features "tanpo" – rice that has been cooked, mashed, wrappe...
Inaniwa Udon
Inaniwa Udon (稲庭うどん, Inaniwa udon) is a dried hand-stretched udon noodle from the southern region of Akita Prefecture. It is recognized as one of Japan'...
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