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[Tokushima ]10 must-have souvenirs you can buy at roadside stations!

[Tokushima ]10 must-have souvenirs you can buy at roadside stations!
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2022-10-14

Tokushima has many specialty products, especially at local roadside stations, which offer a colorful array of souvenirs.
This article "introduces some "not-to-be-missed" souvenirs of Tokushima for those who want to avoid subtle souvenirs and buy souvenirs that will please ".
All of our souvenirs are reasonably priced, last a long time, and are easy to give to multiple people, so please take a look at our selection.

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Table of Contents

  1. 1.
    leaving the nest
  3. 2.
    Ono Nori Seasoned Tabletop Nori
  5. 3.
    Naruto-kintoki, the original famous confectionery
  7. 4.
    ball of bean paste covered with a grape bun
  9. 5.
    Kincho Manjuu (steamed bun)
  11. 6.
    Plenty of carrot dressing
  13. 7.
    Kanachan Noodle
  15. 8.
    Awa no Aroma Sudachi Shochu
  17. 9.
    before one's eyes
  19. 10.
    The Sudachi (juice)
  21. 11.
    [More than just souvenirs ]Two recommended roadside stations in Tokushima
    1. 11-1.
      Roadside Station Itto
    3. 11-2.
      Roadside Station Kuru Kuru Naruto
  23. 12.
    summary

leaving the nest



It is one of Tokushima's most famous products.

It is also a familiar ingredient used daily in Tokushima households when the harvest season arrives each summer.

In addition, Tokushima Prefecture's share of the national market for sudachi production is 98%, and almost all sudachi distributed throughout Japan is produced in Tokushima.



With its acidic yet clean taste and aroma, it goes well with a variety of dishes such as somen noodles, udon noodles, grilled fish, sashimi, and chicken.

It keeps well for a long time, and if kept uncut and in its original state in the refrigerator, it will stay fresh for about a month.

It is an ingredient that is not often used outside of the prefecture, but because it is easy to use and has no peculiar taste, it is an easy product to give as a souvenir.

Sudachi is recommended as a souvenir for those who cook on a regular basis.

It is also recommended to give it to those who like to drink "as a garnish for snacks ".

Price: 1 kg in a box, about 2,000 yen
Roadside Stations that handle the product: Itsuka no Kurukuru, Naruto, Dai-ninth Donari, etc.
*Please check with each facility as they may not handle the product outside of the harvest season (July-September).


Ono Nori Seasoned Tabletop Nori



It is no exaggeration to say that Ono Nori is the soul food of Tokushima, and is well-known to all Tokushima residents.

It is so popular that it is always on the dinner table in Tokushima households.

Seasoned laver is produced and sold in various places throughout Japan, and Ono Nori is one of the best, being well seasoned but also having the flavor of laver.

It has a spicy sweet base and a crispy texture.

It can be eaten as is as a snack, or wrapped around rice.

The price is also affordable at about 400 yen per piece.

This product is recommended as a souvenir for those who love alcoholic beverages, white rice, and snacks.

Price: 400 yen per piece
Roadside Stations we handle: Itsuka no Kurukuru Narutte, Dai-no-Ku, etc.

Naruto-kintoki, the original famous confectionery



This wagashi is based on Naruto Kintoki, a specialty of Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture.

It is a Japanese confectionery with a proven track record, having won the Honorary President's Award, the highest award, at the National Confectionary Exposition in 2002, which is also known as the Olympics of confectionaries.

The moist crust is filled with sweet potato bean paste baked in a mixture of milk, butter, and eggs.

The taste is elegantly sweet, the texture is soft, and the flavor is very gentle and mellow.

The yellow box in which the sweets are placed is also a nice touch, looking like a delivery from the countryside.

We highly recommend this product as a souvenir for sweets lovers and sweet potato lovers.

Price: 10 pieces, 1,080 yen
Roadside Stations that handle: Itsuka no Kurukuru, Naruto, Dai-ninth, etc.

ball of bean paste covered with a grape bun



This Japanese confectionery consists of small purple-colored dumplings resembling grapes on a skewer.

It was created in 1914 and remains a very popular specialty souvenir.

The grape bun was invented as a souvenir for visitors to "Mt. Kenzan ", a sacred mountain in Tokushima Prefecture famous for its martial arts beliefs. "Budo "and the fruit "grape "were combined to form a unique confectionary, a pun-like idea.

When you put the dumpling with milk-based red bean paste and grape flavor in your mouth, a mellow aroma spreads in your mouth.

The rich sweetness of these sweets makes them ideal as a tea snack.

Also, because of its cute round appearance, this product can be recommended as a souvenir for those who like cute things.

▼There are also these extras.



Price: 1,404 yen for a pack of 12
Roadside Stations that handle the product: Itsuka no Kuru Kuru Naruto, etc.

Kincho Manjuu (steamed bun)



Kincho Manju is a Japanese confectionery made with white bean paste wrapped in a chocolate-flavored skin.

Since it was first sold in 1937, it has been loved by many people as Tokushima's representative Japanese confectionery souvenir.

The name comes from "Kincho Danuki ", the main character in "Awa Raccoon War ", a folk tale in Tokushima Prefecture.

The bitter-tasting chocolate crust is filled with gently sweet white bean paste, allowing you to enjoy the harmony of sweet and bitter tastes in your mouth.

Since this famous confectionary inherits the taste of traditional Japanese sweets, we recommend this product as a souvenir for older people.

Price: 15 pieces, 1,944 yen
Roadside Stations that handle the product: Itsuka no Kuru Kuru Naruto, etc.

Plenty of carrot dressing



This dressing is made with a generous amount of carrots harvested in Itano Town, Tokushima Prefecture.
Itano Town is a major producer of spring carrots, with the largest amount shipped in Japan.

"At "in Ita, a roadside station, the company that manufactures the dressing is just a stone's throw away, so it is a major feature of the facility.

The product was just launched on March 1, 2022, and has already begun to gain popularity both within and outside the prefecture.

We recommend this product as a souvenir for those who like refreshing fresh salads and fresh pasta.

Price: 270 yen per bottle
Roadside Stations that handle the product: Itsuka no Kuru Kuru Naruto, etc.

Kanachan Noodle



These local cup noodles are produced and sold by Tokushima Flour Milling Co.

It is no exaggeration to say that there is no one in Tokushima who does not know about this long-selling product, which has been loved for a long time since it went on sale in 1973.

The light soy sauce broth is well infused with the extracts of shiitake mushrooms, shrimp, and other ingredients, and is a perfect match for the firm noodles.

Because it is light and easy to eat, it can be chosen as a snack when you are hungry or as an evening meal.

This product can be recommended as a souvenir for local ramen lovers and those who often eat cup noodles for lunch.

Price: about 100-150 yen per piece
Roadside Stations that handle: Itsuka no Kurukuru, Naruto, Dai-ninth, etc.

Awa no Aroma Sudachi Shochu



Since it was first sold in 1985, this product has been a longtime staple as a Tokushima sake souvenir.

As a liqueur with a refreshing and mellow flavor, it is popular not only in Tokushima but also throughout Japan.

It is made with 100% Sudachi juice produced locally in Tokushima, and the refreshing aroma and mild acidity of Sudachi can be enjoyed to the fullest.

It also goes well with Japanese dishes such as grilled fish and sashimi, enhancing the flavor of the dish.

This is a great gift for those who like liqueur drinks or those who like to drink local alcoholic beverages.

Price: about 1,000 yen per bottle
Roadside Stations that handle: Itsuka no Kurukuru, Naruto, Dai-ninth, etc.

before one's eyes



This spicy condiment is made from "Mimakara chili pepper "from Mima County, Tokushima Prefecture.

Sliced "Mimamara chilies "are stir-fried in sesame oil and seasoned with soy sauce, dried bonito flakes, etc.

It is characterized by its naturally rich flavor and intense spiciness that will please those who love spicy food.

It can also be used as an accompaniment to rice, added to shabu-shabu ponzu, or as an accent to nabe dishes.

Since it is very spicy, it is recommended as a souvenir for those who like spicy food or those who eat a lot of rice.

Price: 782 yen per bottle
Roadside Stations that handle: Itsuka no Kurukuru, Naruto, Dai-ninth, etc.

The Sudachi (juice)



It is a local juice made from sudachi juice.

The acidity, refreshing aroma, and slight sweetness of sudachi are all concentrated in this product.

Pouring it into a glass with ice in the summer is a great way to enjoy the refreshing scent of sudachi, and is a must-try drink.

It is also a good gift for those who are not fond of alcohol or for those who have children.

Price: 110 yen per can
Roadside Stations that handle the product: Ita no. 9, etc.

[More than just souvenirs ]Two recommended roadside stations in Tokushima

In recent years, roadside stations have become more and more like leisure facilities, where visitors can enjoy not only souvenirs but also local gourmet foods and local experiences.

The number of attractive roadside stations is increasing in Tokushima Prefecture, and now we would like to introduce some of our recommended roadside stations.

Roadside Station Itto

▼ Monument of "88 ". On the left is Tokushima's mascot character "Sudachi-kun ".



Roadside Station Itano is the 88th station opened in Shikoku in April 2021.

A monument stands in front of the facility with the numbers "88 "dyed in the colors of spring carrots, a specialty of Itano.



At "Megumi Restaurant ", located in the facility, you can enjoy dishes using vegetables from local farms and seafood caught in the nearby sea.



In addition, the spring carrot-based sweets "carrot pudding "offered at the same cafeteria are a must-try for children who do not like vegetables.

Onigiri take-out store "ROUTE88 (hachi hachi) "is another recommended food spot.

The onigiri are made to order, so you can enjoy freshly made onigiri.

The menu also features a variety of ingredients using many of Tokushima's best ingredients, such as "Awa Beef Stewed in Sesame Flavor ""Chirimen Soybeans with Sesame Flavor ""Seasonal Hamo-ten (fish tempura) "



There is also a footbath corner where you can enjoy the local hot spring "Asebi Onsen ".

Visitors can spend a relaxing time while soaking their tired feet after a day of sightseeing.

"Facility Information "
Facility Name: Roadside Station Itto
Address: 39-5, Kawabata Aza Tesaki, Itano-cho, Itano-gun, Tokushima
Access: 4 minutes by car from Aizumi I.C. exit
Phone number: 088-612-8817
Business hours: 8:30-18:00
Regular holiday: No mid-year break
Parking lot: 313 general purpose cars
URL：https://www.michinoeki-itano.jp/


Roadside Station Kuru Kuru Naruto



Michi no Eki Kurukuru Naruto is a station that opened in April 2022.

Inside the facility, there is a monument of Naruto City's specialty, Naruto-kintoki, sliced into round slices, making it a perfect photo spot for commemorative photos.



There are also a variety of gourmet spots, including "Ouzu Shokudo "for seafood and Japanese cuisine, "Horetate Kitchen "for Western food, and "Nartoemon "for baked sweet potato sweets and other treats.

Among them, "Ouzu Shokudo "is a very popular restaurant where you can have a bowl of rice bowl and miso soup using luxurious seafood from the seas around Naruto, and where people line up on holidays and consecutive weekends.





On the second floor rooftop, there is a lawn area with playground equipment featuring Tokushima's famous sea bream, lotus root, and bamboo chikuwa, as well as a "zip line "where visitors can walk in the air.

If you have children, this is also a good place to photograph them playing to their heart's content.

This is a great place for families to enjoy Tokushima's gourmet food and a plaza where children can play.

"Facility Information "
Facility name: Roadside Station Kuru Kuru Naruto
Address: 338-1, Aza-Kanita-no-Koshi, Bizenjima, Otsu-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture
Access: 4 minutes by car from Naruto I.C.
Phone number: 088-685-9696
Business hours: 9:00-17:00
Regular holiday: No mid-year break
Garage: 152 cars
URL：https://www.kurukurunaruto.com/

summary

We have introduced 10 must-have souvenirs and 2 recommended stations that you can buy at roadside stations in Tokushima.
Please use this article as a guide to find souvenirs that will please the people you give them while having fun.
The recommended roadside stations are also tourist attractions that can be enjoyed by both children and adults while enjoying the charms of Tokushima.
If you like, please go and play with them to create memories of your sightseeing in Tokushima.

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