UMAIMONO AOMORI
No.1 food
Aomori is the top producer of many products in Japan.
No.1 food
The prefecture offers unique, locally sustained products.
AOMORI SPECIALTY GUIDE
Strawberries
There are two groups of strawberries in Aomori, the winter/spring strawberries harvested between November and June, and summer/fall strawberries harvested between July and October. Size,... more
Icefish
Mantis ShrimpLOCAL CUISINE
Shinagawa-Jiru
Shinagawa-jiru is a country-style dish from the town of Kawauchi in Mutsu, Aomori prefecture. Though there are a few theories for the naming of this... more
Wakaoi Onigiri
Monkfish Dressed in MisoAOMORI RECIPE
Garlic and Burdock AjilloMar 22, 2024
Abundant “Fukuchi White” garlic, suited to the climate, is grown In Aomori Prefecture. The feature of this garlic is that it is large, firm, and snowy white. It is cultivated in a field covered with snow over winter, and because it grows in severe cold, it becomes less spicy and sweeter. In addition, the taste of burdock increases its deliciousness the synergy because of umami with other ingredients. Furthermore, the leftover oil after eating has the umami of the ingredients blended into the oil, so it can be enjoyed twice when used for pasta, fried rice, and so on! more
ABOUT AOMORI
Aomori is home to a rich natural environment producing fresh top-quality produce. In addition, Aomori has distinct food cultures that have developed and continue to evolve within its many local regions.