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
Tsugaru Roman
NagaimoLOCAL CUISINE
Nanbu Senbei Crackers
Nanbu senbei is a type of crackers from the Nanbu region of Aomori. In the end of Edo period, the region experienced famine and poor... more
Ichigoni Urchin Soup
Kakke DumplingAOMORI 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.