By prefecture and throughout Japan! Food & Experience Part 1
All over Japan, there are a variety of sightseeing spots and delicious foods to enjoy the local culture and cuisine.
Each prefecture in Japan will introduce its own unique and fascinating experiences and delicious food. In this issuePart1As a result, Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, and Chubu regions are the most popular regions. Please refer to them to help foreign tourists enjoy Japan's diverse culture and delicious cuisine.
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Hokkaido: Snow Festival Experience and Genghis Khan
Hokkaido is a region characterized by beautiful nature and rich food culture. Among these, we recommend visiting in winter for the Snow Festival and Jingisukan (Genghis Khan).
One of Hokkaido's most famous events, the Snow Festival is held annually in Sapporo. The event attracts millions of visitors, who enjoy the beautiful scenery of giant snow and ice statues on display and lit up at night. In addition, various events and concerts are held during the Snow Festival, making it an all-day event.
One dish unique to Hokkaido that is particularly recommended is a barbecued meat dish called Genghis Khan. In Hokkaido, there are many ranches, and dishes using fresh mutton are very popular. Lamb is very tender and flavorful. Jingisukan contains mutton, lamb, and a variety of vegetables such as green onions, bean sprouts, green peppers, and cabbage to warm the body. We also recommend the authentic Sapporo ramen that can be enjoyed in Sapporo City.
Hokkaido's winter scenery is truly picturesque. Snow-capped mountains, frozen lakes, and vast snowfields are unforgettably beautiful once seen. In addition to going to snow festivals, winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding are also recommended to fully enjoy Hokkaido's nature. There are also many hot spring resorts, so don't forget to take a trip to a hot spring to recover from the cold.
Tohoku region (northernmost six prefectures of Honshu)
Aomori: apple picking, rice cracker soup and ikameshi (squid rice)
In Aomori Prefecture, visitors can enjoy an apple-picking experience in Japan's largest apple-growing region. You can visit farms and orchards to pick apples directly with your own hands, and even taste the harvested apples on the spot. The apple-picking experience, where you can enjoy the beautiful natural environment and delicious apples of Aomori Prefecture, is a valuable way to experience the charm of your hometown.
For food, senbei soup and ikameshi (squid rice), Aomori's local cuisine, are recommended. Senbei soup is made by putting senbei (rice crackers) in miso soup. It is characterized by its unique texture and taste. Ikameshi is a dish made by boiling small squid stuffed with rice and seasonings. Both are popular among tourists as standard local dishes of Aomori Prefecture. We hope you will try them along with the scenic beauty of Aomori's rich nature.
Iwate Prefecture: Historical Experience and Wanko Soba
In Iwate Prefecture, visitors can experience Japanese history in depth by visiting historical castle ruins and beautiful gardens. In terms of food, "wanko soba" is famous. This experience of eating buckwheat noodles served in small bowls one after another is popular among foreign visitors to Japan.
Akita Prefecture: Kanto Festival and Kiritanpo
In Akita Prefecture, visitors can experience a traditional Japanese summer with the colorful Kanto Festival. Kiritanpo nabe, a hot pot dish made with fresh local ingredients, is also popular among visiting tourists.
Miyagi Prefecture: Nature Exploration and Beef Tongue
Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture is known for its spectacular scenery. Exploring the beautiful sea and islands by boat is recommended. In terms of food, you cannot miss "beef tongue" in Sendai City. You must try this juicy and flavorful dish.
Yamagata Prefecture: Cherry Picking and Cold Ramen Noodles
In Yamagata Prefecture, visitors can enjoy picking cherries in early summer. Sweet and juicy cherries are very popular among visiting tourists. For a meal, try the chilled ramen noodles, perfect for the hot summer.
Fukushima Prefecture: Peach Picking and Local Cuisine of Aizu Wakamatsu
In Fukushima Prefecture, a sweet peach picking experience is recommended in summer. In Aizuwakamatsu, visitors can also enjoy local cuisine. Visitors can enjoy the local food culture while strolling through the historic castle town of Aizu Wakamatsu.
Kanto region (inc. Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Gunma, Tochigi and Chiba prefectures)
Tokyo: All-you-can-eat restaurant with otaku culture and sushi
Akihabara is a great place to experience anime, manga, and video games and enjoy Japanese otaku culture to the fullest. Numerous anime and manga specialty stores and game-related stores line the streets, where you can pick up the latest productions, popular character goods, game software, and hardware. You can also enjoy anime and manga events and exhibitions, as well as a wide variety of games in game centers and arcades.
Among the many sushi restaurants in Tokyo, all-you-can-eat style restaurants are very popular among foreign tourists because they offer a wide variety of sushi at one time. You can enjoy delicious sushi using the freshest ingredients at a reasonable price.
Kanagawa Prefecture: Sea Activities and Shirasu Bowl
In the Shonan area of Kanagawa Prefecture, visitors can enjoy surfing and swimming. In addition, "shirasu-don" (shirasu rice bowl) served on Enoshima is a local delicacy that allows visitors to enjoy the flavor of fresh shirasu.
Chiba Prefecture: Disney Resort and Seafood
Chiba Prefecture is home to the Tokyo Disney Resort, making it an ideal place for families to enjoy themselves. In addition, fresh seafood can be enjoyed along the seaside in Chiba Prefecture. In particular, seafood from Urayasu is very popular among tourists.
Saitama Prefecture: Nature Exploration and Kawagoe's Ikkintsuba
Saitama Prefecture offers a wealth of activities to explore its beautiful nature and parks. In Kawagoe, visitors can enjoy the famous fresh kintsuba as well as strolling through the traditional streets.
Tochigi Prefecture: Nikko Toshogu Shrine Sightseeing and Yuba Cuisine
Nikko City in Tochigi Prefecture is home to such tourist attractions as the historic Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Falls. Local food offers fresh yuba dishes. Visitors can enjoy both history and food.
Ibaraki Prefecture: Seaside Activities and Ankou Hot Pot
On the Oarai Coast of Ibaraki Prefecture, visitors can enjoy surfing, fishing, and other seaside activities. During the winter season, visitors can enjoy anko-nabe, a local delicacy. You can enjoy the deep flavor of ankou together with fresh seafood.
Chubu region (inc. Aichi, Nagano, Shizuoka, Niigata, Toyama, Ishikawa and Fukui prefectures)
Niigata Prefecture: Skiing, snowboarding and Niigata rice
Niigata Prefecture is home to some of Japan's best ski resorts and winter sports. In addition, Niigata's Koshihikari rice is the most popular rice in all of Japan. Be sure to enjoy rice balls made with Niigata rice and local sake.
Toyama Prefecture: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route and Firefly Squid
In Toyama Prefecture, visitors can enjoy magnificent natural scenery by visiting the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Firefly squid, which can be caught in Toyama Bay, is also enjoyed locally with the arrival of spring. It is characterized by its clear and delicate flavor.
Ishikawa Prefecture: Kanazawa Historical Exploration and Kaga Cuisine
In Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, visitors can experience Japanese history and culture by visiting historical castles and gardens. Local Kaga cuisine offers seasonal dishes made from fresh seafood and mountain produce.
Fukui Prefecture: Dinosaur Museum and Echizen Crab
Fukui Prefecture is home to the world-famous Dinosaur Museum, which has many exhibits including dinosaur fossils and skeletal specimens. In terms of food, Echizen crab is especially famous, and grilled crab, crab hot pot, and crab sushi can be enjoyed.
Yamanashi Prefecture: Fujiyoshida City and Hoto Hot Pot
Fuji, visitors to Fujiyoshida City in Yamanashi Prefecture can enjoy beautiful views of Mount Fuji while sampling local specialties. In particular, houtou nabe, a dish of thick noodles and vegetables, is very popular among visitors.
Nagano Prefecture: Kamikochi Hiking and Soba Noodles(Soba)
In Nagano Prefecture, hiking in the beautiful natural scenery of Kamikochi is recommended. Nagano Prefecture is also known for its soba (buckwheat noodles). There are many handmade soba noodle stores where you can enjoy fresh and aromatic soba.
Gifu Prefecture: Tour of Gassho-Zukuri Villages and Hitsumabushi
In Gifu Prefecture, a visit to Shirakawa-go, a World Heritage site, is recommended to explore the gassho-style houses. Also, the famous Hitsumabushi is a sumptuous dish of eel that is very popular among visitors.
Shizuoka Prefecture: Fuji Experience and Tea Ceremony
Shizuoka Prefecture offers beautiful views of Japan's highest mountain, Mt. Fuji. Hiking on Mt. Fuji and visiting Mt. Fuji at its foot are popular among foreigners. It is also known as a production center of green tea, and a tea ceremony experience is recommended.
Aichi Prefecture: Factory tour and Miso Katsu
Aichi Prefecture is the center of Japanese industry, and Toyota factory tours are available. Miso katsu, a specialty of Nagoya, is a hearty and delicious cutlet topped with a rich miso sauce.
summary
In this issue, we introduced Part 1, featuring experiences and food by prefecture.
The experiences and foods offered by each prefecture are very attractive to foreign visitors, who can enjoy Japan's rich natural environment, traditional culture, and diverse regional specialties.
Also, please read Part 2!
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