In the heart of Iwate Prefecture lies Morioka, a city that has quietly cultivated a rich culinary heritage. The city is renowned for its delectable …
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Where to Find the Weirdest #Food Challenge in Japan?
Think you can handle endless bowls of soba noodles? Head to Iwate Prefecture in the northeastern Tohoku region, home to the legendary Wanko Soba challenge. Competitive eating meets culinary tradition here, as you slurp your way to victory in a lively setting that’s both fun and uniquely Japanese.
Have you ever heard of the wanko soba? This style of Japanese soba (buckwheat) noodles is originating from the Iwate prefecture, in the North of …
Crowned the #2 must-visit destination of 2023 by The New York Times, Morioka is no longer Japan’s best-kept secret. Just 2.5 hours from Tokyo via the …
Adding something to your Japanese foods list? Make it unique - try a tasty Tohoku food from Japan's northeast! The Tohoku region consists of six …
Japan is divided into eight major regions with a total of forty-seven prefectures, from the Okinawa islands in the southwest to Tokyo in the east and …
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