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Nagasaki
Stone-Grilled Cuisine

Stone-Grilled Cuisine

Stone-Grilled Cuisine (石焼料理, Ishiyaki Ryouri) is a traditional dish where fresh seafood is cooked on heated quartz porphyry stone. It originated from local fishermen who ...

Nagasaki
Yusenpei

Yusenpei

Yusenpei (湯せんぺい) is a must-try souvenir from Unzen. It is a slightly sweet, crispy, and fragrant treat made by blending wheat flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, and the local...

Nagasaki
Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen

Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen

Shimabara Hand-Stretched Somen (島原手延べそうめん, Shimabara tenobe somen) stands apart from machine-made somen due to its meticulous crafting process. These noodles are car...

Nagasaki
Tsushima Tonchan

Tsushima Tonchan

Tsushima Tonchan (対馬とんちゃん, Tsushima tonchan) is a flavorful dish made by grilling pork marinated in a sweet and savory barbecue sauce, alongside vegetables like cabbage a...

Nagasaki
Taishu Soba

Taishu Soba

Taishu Soba (対州そば, Taishu soba) is a rare variety of buckwheat that is believed to have been introduced to Japan from the continent during the late Jomon period. Known for i...

Nagasaki
Kankoro Mochi

Kankoro Mochi

Kankoro Mochi (かんころ餅, Kankoro mochi) is a specialty of the Goto Islands in Nagasaki Prefecture. The term “kankoro” comes from the local dialect, referring to thinly slic...

Nagasaki
Kattoppo

Kattoppo

Kattoppo (かっとっぽ) is a traditional dish from Kamigoto, featuring grilled boxfish seasoned with miso. This local delicacy is prepared by hollowing out the boxfish after clean...

Nagasaki
Iki Sea Urchin Rice Bowl

Iki Sea Urchin Rice Bowl

Iki Sea Urchin Rice Bowl (壱岐うに丼, Iki Uni Don) showcases the rich flavors of fresh sea urchins, a renowned delicacy from Iki Island, a remote island in Nagasaki Prefecture c...

Akita
Holland-yaki

Holland-yaki

Holland-yaki (オランダ焼, Holland-yaki) is a unique local specialty that originated in Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture. At first glance, it might resemble desserts like Obanyaki o...

Akita
Atsumi Karinto

Atsumi Karinto

Atsumi Karinto (あつみのかりんとう) is quite different from the typical image of karinto. These bite-sized squares have a rich amber color, are coated with plenty of sesame seed...

Akita
Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie (パンプキンパイ, Panpukin pai) is a handmade treat crafted with care in Ogata Village, Akita Prefecture. The pies are filled with a lightly sweetened pumpkin paste m...

Akita
Nono Hana Chiffon Cake

Nono Hana Chiffon Cake

Nono Hana Chiffon Cake (野の花シフォン, Nono Hana shifon) is a delightful chiffon cake made with fresh vegetables and fruits grown in the fertile lands of Ogata Village, Akita P...

Akita
Hachiko Sweets

Hachiko Sweets

Odate City in Akita Prefecture is the hometown of the loyal dog Hachiko, and it offers a variety of sweets inspired by this beloved figure. These treats are known for their cris...

Akita
Yama no Imo Nabe

Yama no Imo Nabe

Yama no Imo Nabe (山の芋鍋, Yama no imo nabe) is a beloved specialty from the Tazawako area. This hearty hot pot features "yama no imo," a starchy mountain yam similar to nag...

Akita
Butter Mochi

Butter Mochi

Butter Mochi (バター餅, Bata Mochi) is a sweet treat made by pounding glutinous rice that has been soaked in water overnight, and then mixing it with ingredients like butter, fl...

Akita
Friendor Melon Pan

Friendor Melon Pan

Friendor Melon Pan (フレンドールメロンパン) is a beloved treat with over 30 years of history, cherished for its consistent, delightful taste. Unlike the typical melon pan wit...

Akita
Hinai Jidori Yakitori

Hinai Jidori Yakitori

Hinai Jidori Yakitori (比内地鶏焼き鳥, Hinai Jidori yakitori) is made from the prized Hinai Jidori, a renowned chicken breed from northern Akita Prefecture. This region's fer...

Akita
Kuroko Curry

Kuroko Curry

Kuroko Curry (黒鉱カレー, Kuroko kare) is a unique dish inspired by the mining heritage of Kosaka Town. The head chef of Seidokan prepared this curry with the image of kuroko or...

Akita
Hana-zushi

Hana-zushi

Hana-zushi (花ずし, Hana-zushi) is a unique pickled dish from Akita Prefecture made using eggplant. The eggplants are hollowed out and filled with edible chrysanthemums, chili p...

Akita
Yamauchi Imonoko Soup

Yamauchi Imonoko Soup

In the southern region of Akita Prefecture, taro is referred to as "imonoko." Among them, the "Yamauchi Imonoko," cultivated in the Yamauchi area of Yokote City, stands out for ...

Akita
Oga Shottsuru Yakisoba

Oga Shottsuru Yakisoba

Hatahata (ハタハタ, hatahata) is a mysterious deep-sea fish that gathers along the coast to spawn during early December amid winter storms and lightning. "Hatahata Shottsuru" is...

Akita
Kogyoku Apple Pie

Kogyoku Apple Pie

Kogyoku Apple Pie (紅玉りんごのアップルパイ) greets you with the fresh aroma of apples as soon as you cut into it. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the flaky, crispy pastry along wi...

Akita
Natural Rock Oysters

Natural Rock Oysters

In the town of Kisakata, located in Nikaho City at the southern tip of Akita Prefecture along the Sea of Japan, the harvested rock oysters are celebrated as the branded "Kisakat...

Akita
Shirakami Abalone

Shirakami Abalone

Shirakami Abalone (白神あわび, Shirakami awabi) is cultivated in Happo Town, Akita Prefecture, which lies within the vast Shirakami Sanchi, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site....