The history, culture, and lifestyles of the area are mixed and condensed in one plate of a local dish that has been passed for generations in mountain and fishing villages throughout Japan. We will introduce various unknown local dishes, also known as the soul food of the Japanese people.

Ajibukashi

Iwate

Home-made tradition that continues to date

Ajibukashi

Ajibukashi is a rice dish specially prepared for Boy’s Festival in Japan (May 5), cooked with a variety of seasonal ingredients - konjac, carrots, dried shiitake mushrooms, gobo burdock, bamboo shoots, and fried tofu (locals recommend to choose the one made by Ho-noki Tofu shop in Ichinoseki City). The green bean garnish adds extra colour to the special dish. 　

Information provided by : Gurutabi

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Local cuisine

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