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  • Those who are well versed in Japanese soba may know of "hegisoba ", which is rarely heard of outside of Niigata. It is one of the soba varieties born and developed in Niigata Prefecture, and is a local delicacy commonly eaten in the region. "Hegi "is the vessel that serves as the identity of hegisoba. "It is said that the name comes from the verb hagu ", which means to peel, and as the name implies, a wooden board is used. It is like "colander ", in which "colander "is replaced by "hegi ". The soba is made with a smooth buckwheat paste, which is then arranged like a beautiful woven fabric. It is a local soba with a unique taste and appearance. In this issue, we have selected five popular soba restaurants in Niigata Prefecture that offer hegisoba. Please have a look.

    2024-04-17

  • Nagano Prefecture reminds us of its magnificent nature and clean, clear water. In the case of Nagano Prefecture, the main characteristic of the installation spots is that everything is in harmony with the beautiful nature, not just man-made objects. Karuizawa, a popular summer resort, is lined with fashionable and cute stores, but at the same time, you can enjoy the beauty of the trees and the flowing river space. In addition, we will introduce four carefully selected Instagram-worthy spots where man-made objects and nature are well mixed, such as the spectacular sea of clouds and Matsumoto Castle with the Northern Alps in the borrowed scenery. These are all spots where you can enjoy the blessed nature of Nagano together with fashionable and photogenic buildings.

    2023-12-20 Management office

  • Sado, an island of Niigata in the Sea of Japan. Although it is often thought to be small, it is actually about 280 km in circumference and covers an area 1.4 times the size of Tokyo's 23 wards. Sado Island, the largest island in Honshu, is home to about 50,000 people, and can be reached from Tokyo by high-speed boat in as little as 3 hours and 30 minutes. Although it is an island off the coast of Niigata, winters are warm and snowfall is fairly low thanks to the Tsushima Warm Current that flows around the island! Visitors can enjoy the original Japanese landscape in the blessed four seasons! This article introduces recommended sightseeing spots on Sado Island, which is rich in such natural beauty. This article is recommended for those who are going to travel to Sado Island or who would like to go there someday. Why not take a trip to Sado Island using this article as a guide?

    2023-07-11

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce about 7 recommended installations in the Niigata area. It is a well-known fact that the Niigata area is a land of rich rice growth, which combined with the atmosphere of the area, creates a relaxed Japanese-style atmosphere. It is an addictive atmosphere for adults that cannot be easily enjoyed in the glittering city. We hope you will capture this unique atmosphere in your photographs and create stylish and enjoyable memories.

    2023-05-18 Management office

  • This may seem surprising to people from other parts of Japan, but Niigata Prefecture is a region where ramen has developed to such an extent that the locals call it "a ramen superpower ". Notably, there are five main categories of ramen called Niigata's five major ramen: "Nagaoka ginger soy sauce ""Tsubame back fat ""Niigata thick miso ""Niigata light soy sauce ""Sanjo curry ". It is interesting to note, however, that there are popular restaurants that do not belong to any of these categories. So, please take a look at the seven popular ramen stores we have picked up for you.

    2023-05-12

  • With the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Kanazawa in 2015, the Ishikawa area has become even more significantly more valuable as a tourist destination. In fact, it is also a prefecture that often ranks high in the national ranking of cake consumption based on purchase value. Ishikawa is a prefecture with a sweet tooth, and naturally, there are many sweet stores to satisfy your craving for sweets. In this issue, we will introduce five attractive sweets stores in the Ishikawa area.

    2023-03-28

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce 7 recommended restaurants in the Ishikawa area. The Ishikawa area is a land very blessed with nature, and you can enjoy delicious foods from both the sea and the mountains. As a tourist destination rich in nature, you can first enjoy the scenery and sightseeing itself. Then, please enjoy the food, which is the other best part of the trip, and have a wonderful time.

    2022-06-30 Management office

  • When you visit Nagano Prefecture, the first thing you may notice is the cute, round, rustic "oyaki ". Nagano Prefecture is blessed with beautiful water and abundant nature, so no matter what you make, the taste of the ingredients is outstanding. In addition to "Oyaki "and "Gohei Mochi "made with Nagano's seasonal vegetables and high-quality udon flour and rice, we have carefully selected five famous restaurants in Nagano where you can enjoy the most delicious local specialties such as Shinshu soba noodles, Sauce katsudon, "Oshibori udon "and many other local gourmet dishes. These are restaurants where you can enjoy local delicacies while taking your time to pick up souvenirs or enjoy walking around the city in Nagano.

    2022-06-10 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce some recommended restaurants in Yamanashi Prefecture. Yamanashi Prefecture is a wonderful area where you can experience the rich nature of Japan with your whole body, especially Mt. In recent years, it has also become very popular as a sacred place for the TV animation "YuruCan△ ", and the image of abundant nature has taken root in the public mind, making it the object of admiration for many people. We will introduce some of the specialties that are unique to Yamanashi Prefecture and recommend restaurants where you can enjoy them. We hope you will find it useful as we introduce a variety of local cuisine.

    2022-03-01 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce some recommended restaurants in Fukui Prefecture. Fukui Prefecture is still famous for crab, which may remain in the image of many people. There are many restaurants and gourmet specialties that follow the rich nature and serene atmosphere of the Sea of Japan. In this article, we will introduce Fukui Prefecture's famous gourmet specialties and recommend restaurants where you can enjoy them. Fukui Prefecture is easy to get to, even for a drive. We hope you will find it useful.

    2022-02-28 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I will introduce 7 recommended restaurants in the Toyama area. Toyama Prefecture is an area that is extremely rich in marine products, so much so that it is said to be a natural fish tank, and as Japanese people, there are many dishes that you should pay attention to. We will introduce a wide range of dishes, from classic gourmet foods that can be called specialties to local dishes that are not so well known to tourists. We hope you will use this article as a reference and enjoy the delicious gourmet food in the Toyama area.

    2022-02-25 Management office

  • In this article, we will introduce six recommended restaurants in the Niigata area. Speaking of Niigata, first of all, we can say that it is very highly renowned as the sacred land of rice. It is also famous throughout Japan for being the mecca for various brands of rice. And we cannot forget the fresh seafood and fresh meals that are not available in other areas due to its proximity to the Sea of Japan. Japanese cuisine is especially famous for its delicious rice and fresh ingredients that take advantage of the Japanese soil. The delicious dishes that tickle the fancy of many Japanese people are a must. It is an enjoyable city that tourists visiting on vacation should try at least once. We hope you will enjoy the delicious food.

    2022-02-24 Management office

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