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
Aomori Cassis
Aomori city is the largest producer of cassis (black currant) in Japan. Aomori became a major producer in the 1970s. Aomori Cassis, suited to the... more
Sea Pineapple
EggsLOCAL CUISINE
Wakaoi Onigiri
The most well-known preparation of rice in Japanese cuisine is, without question, “sushi.” However, the original Japanese soul food is rice balls, or “onigiri.” Wakaoi... more
Umpei
JappajiruAOMORI RECIPE
UbatamaJul 29, 2020
Ubatama is a traditional sweet confection originally from the Kamikita/Sampachi region of Aomori prefecture. Ubatama features nagaimo, or Japanese yam, making it a highly nutritious snack. It is believed to be perfect for “uba” or wet nurses, giving it the name Ubatama. 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.
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