Akita Prefecture 秋田県 「あきたけん」
Akita Prefecture 秋田県 「あきたけん」
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Akita area overview
Akita area overview
Akita Prefecture is located in the northeastern part of the Tohoku region. There are many spots filled with nature, ruins, history and culture that have been registered as World Heritage Sites.
Akita Prefecture's characteristics can be broadly divided into the following three.
The first is abundant nature. Akita Prefecture is a region facing the Sea of Japan and is blessed with an abundance of seafood. It is also surrounded by mountains such as the Ou Mountains and Hachimantai, and is rich in mountain vegetables such as wild vegetables and mushrooms.
The second is history and culture. Akita Prefecture's culture is diverse, and it is especially famous for Namahage, Magewappa [A wooden container made of bent wood], and Matagi [People who hunt in groups using traditional methods in mountainous areas and mountainous areas.]. In addition, historical buildings such as Akita Castle and Kakunodate Samurai Residence remain.
The Akita dog, which is the model for Hachiko in front of Shibuya Station in Tokyo, originates from this region.
The third is food culture. Akita Prefecture is characterized by its many dishes that make use of rich ingredients such as seafood and mountain produce. Local dishes such as Kiritanpo Nabe and Iburigakko are also popular.
Charm of Akita's food culture
Charm of Akita's food culture
Akita Prefecture faces the Sea of Japan and is home to an abundance of seafood. It is also surrounded by mountains such as the Ou Mountains and Hachimantai, and is rich in mountain vegetables such as wild vegetables and mushrooms.
Additionally, since the region experiences deep snow and cold winters, there are many preserved foods and winter hot pot dishes(Nabe dishes). For example, there are Iburigakko, Kiritanpo, and Hinai Jidori Nabe.
Kiritanpo Hot Pot
Recommended menu in Akita
Recommended menu in Akita
Akita Prefecture has many delicious local dishes. Here are some examples:
Kiritanpo Hot Pot: You can enjoy "Kiritanpo", which is made by shaping new rice into bamboo rings, with miso or hot pot.
Inaniwa Udon: One of the three major types of udon in Japan, it is characterized by its smooth texture.
Hinai Jidori: One of Japan's three major Jidori chickens, it is highly praised for its flavorful meat quality.
Yokote Yakisoba: It is famous as a B-class gourmet dish, and ``Kamiya Yakisoba Yakitoraku Honten'' is especially popular.
Iburigakko: A specialty of Akita Prefecture. This is a pickle made from smoked daikon radish.
Shotsuru nabe: A hotpot dish made with Akita's prefectural fish, sandfish, mixed with small fish and salt, and fermented fish sauce.
Inaniwa Udon
Yokote Yakisoba
Hinai Jidori
Iburigakko
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