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• kinwashi

  19 Jul 11, 18:42

  

  Blow Me a Mountain "mushroom"? Huge clumps ç�¾Ru

  5 hours 33 minutes September 14, 2009

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  Mushroom-Giant, Tsukuba, Ibaraki

  Mr. Yoshiyuki's administrative scrivener Yoshinuma Kawane Tsukuba, Ibaraki (60) 90 inches in height near the bamboo hand, the advent of the white mushroom clumps of about 1 meter in diameter. 18 cm tall and 45 cm in diameter about the size of each mushroom, out of digits.

  08, what was visible from the grass and white home from Mr. Kawane field. If you remove the grass surprised, there are huge clumps of mushrooms .... Dr. Kiyoshi Iguchi Temporary Employee of the Hall County Botanical Gardens Mushroom (47), according to the Tricholomataceae Nioushimeji. In the larger mushrooms in Japan, characterized by clumps. Easy to breed at Toka rotten grass plants.

  Kawane I had a pile of bamboo stocks five or six years ago this place. Since the bamboo grass is also seen as-grown. Food and understand, I will Osuso分Ke Kawane some neighbors, and ate soup and tempura. But we looked on the taste, for the visitor to tour a while that you should be left to make the awnings above the clumps. (Bi Kuroda)

• kinwashi

  19 Jul 11, 18:44

  

  Only cause bad weather? Growth refreshing bamboo garden palace

  13:11 minutes 25 April 2010

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  = 21 pm on bamboo grows in the courtyard of the Prime Minister, Satoru Iizuka shooting

  -Grown shoots of a few that are in the courtyard of the Prime Minister this year, growth is refreshing.Centimeters per day if not every year but grow, there is only about 80 centimeters in two weeks, we have tossed the care of participants.

  Futenma issue and "money politics" in headwinds, Hatoyama Cabinet approval of the downturn."Challenges for the future stretching toward the sky," there is no truly healthy and well planted Mousouchiku image.

  Why growth is likely to suffer bad weather, like "Lord of the residence," seems to imply a tight situation.Staff, "It should augur well Nobile rapidly" and has complained.

• kinwashi

  19 Jul 11, 18:55

  Chofu Shimonoseki garden / thoughts on a lotus from Sun Yat-sen

  Jul 14, 2011

  Chofu Shimonoseki Garden Sun Yat-lotus bloomed this year

  Sun Wen presented Lotus â—† "homecoming" to 17 years
  

  Sun Yat-sen (1866-1925) from the seeds of lotus buds of Shimonoseki gave to the entrepreneur, "Sun Yat Sen Lin (Wenlian loss)", and bloom in the garden this year Chofu Shimonoseki. Outside the province were in bloom, the citizens "homecoming" will be 17 years this year, has been fired from the Sun Yat Sen Xinhaigeming is exactly 100 years.
  

  Shimonoseki relationship with Sun Yat-lotus goes back in the Taisho era. Shimonoseki businessman had funded the Sun Yat-sen, T. Tanaka (1866-1935), but I got the lotus seeds in appreciation of Sun Yat-four grains of aid. After the war, families Tanaka, Ichiro Ohga lotus researcher (1883-1965) asked to cultivate. Only one grain and flower size of 4 "Lotus Sun Yat-sen," it was named.
  

  Lin Sun Yat-sen to close the day from early morning flowers begin to bloom. Among the green leaves of the lotus is larger than a human face, lovely flowers are tinged with pale pink tip. In the ornamental garden office for long, 16 to 18,24,31, August 07 will be opened from 5:00 am. Entrance fee is 200 yen for adults, $ 1.00 elementary students.Contact gardens Chofu (083.246.4120) to. (Nobuhiro Shirai)

   

• kinwashi

  19 Jul 11, 19:08

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• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 12:02

  Shiogama boats carry portable shrines for quake region

   

  2011/07/20

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  The Hoo Maru and about 80 other boats cruise outside Shiogama Port in Miyagi Prefecture on July 18. (Jun Kaneko)

  SHIOGAMA, Miyagi Prefecture - Just over four months after the March 11 earthquake and tsunami devastated this Pacific port, 23,000 participants and spectators took part in the Shiogama Port Festival on July 18.

  The centerpiece of the event, one of the three largest boat festivals in Japan, is the "Mikoshi Kaijo Togyo" (portable shrine cruise). The Ryuho Maru and the Hoo Maru, each carrying portable shrines representing the Shiwahikojinja and Shiogamajinja shrines, cruised outside the port surrounded by small fleets of fishing boats. Participants pray for safety at sea and big catches.

  The Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami severely damaged Shiogama and destroyed many of its boats. Local residents were uncertain whether the event would proceed, but the fact that the festival had originally been organized to help reconstruction after World War II helped persuade them to go ahead .

  Problems with ensuring safety obliged the organizers to reduce the number of fishing boats taking part from about 100 in past years to only 80 and to cut short the cruise. However, attendance was up more than 20 percent over last year.

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 12:04

  Text area from here   Anniversary Inn South / creative summer strawberries Jul 20, 2011 Picked strawberries in summer (front) into the "Strawberry Daifuku Kashiwa" Shikano-cho Chamber of Commerce offers # 7 of Kano Zhounan â—†, 22 sales Grown in the Kano area began in Shunan "picked summer strawberries," a drink with a creative and Suites, to sell 22 to 25 cafes and restaurants district # 7. In the first of its kind aiming to attract visitors from outside the area by utilizing local products Agricultural cooperation District Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce also supports the Kano city. Picked strawberries last summer has grown from one of the farmers in the district, and a strong smell sour, refreshing taste characteristics. My wife owned a cafe in the district, Mr. Seiji Fukuda served as the coordinator of matching agricultural cooperation with Chamber of Commerce this spring (62) which has been brought, the district appealed to the restaurant. As a result, each # 2 and farm cafe restaurant, cafe, noodle shop, the shop decided to join one each lodge. Each store to develop their own menu, "co-star Resort & Drink Creation" sell you name it. Nagano mountain lodge "Strawberry Daifuku" Kashiwa, udon noodles are flowers and birds, "strawberry tempura ice" issue. Cafes and restaurants mainly farmers parfait or juice. The price is 500 yen to 600 in each store are listed in the yellow handkerchief to mark a tree branch. Query Chamber of Commerce (0834.68.2259) to.  (Si Fu)

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 12:11

  Miyajima Oyster.

  http://youtu.be/LjOpI9fu4hs

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 12:16

  Source.

  

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• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:14

  Japan Oyster harvest.

  http://youtu.be/kwH1qigbDNk

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:15

  Oyster Pearl.

  http://youtu.be/iM2S2Guqo80

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:18

  Home > Etajima Oyster Festival

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  Etajima Oyster Festival

  You can try shucking oysters, taste free samples, buy local specialties and enjoy dishes made with oysters. There are also games played on stage.

  

  

  

  

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:22

  

  Tourism Promotion Office of the
  Hiroshima Prefectural Government
  Phone.082-513-3389 Fax.082-223-2135

  Copyright © 2009 Hiroshima Prefecture.

  This site is managed by the Tourism Promotion Office of the Hiroshima Prefectural Government.

  Hiroshima Prefecture, rich in nature, has many delicious foods such as okonomiyaki, meaty oysters and sea eels.
  The seasonal flavors and local specialties of Hiroshima will be an unforgettable part of your visit to Japan.

  Our Recommendations

  Okonomiyaki

  

  When you are in Hiroshima, you should not miss out on okonomiyaki. Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki comes with either Soba noodles or Udon noodles. It is an enjoyable experience to eat it from the hot grill using a spatula. The standard okonomiyaki is made with pork egg, and noodles. There are various other unique toppings.

  Oyster dishes

  

  Situated on the Seto Inland Sea, Hiroshima is famous for its oysters. The vista of Hiroshima Bay is unique in that rafts used in oyster cultivation bespeckle the sea. They are delicious whether you eat them raw, baked in the shell, stewed, or deep-fried. There are numerous oyster restaurants in the city.

  Anago-meshi (rice topped with conger eel)

  

  Anago meshi is made with fresh conger eel from the Seto Inland Sea. The eel is broiled using a special sauce whose ingredients are kept secret by each restaurant. The broiled eel is put on top of hot rice and served. The eel is so fresh and tasty that it melts in your mouth. This, with an appetizing combination of the sauce on the rice, m

   

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:24

  

  For visitors Hiroshima Prefecture offers many events and traditional Japanese festivals throughout all the seasons.
  Pick the events you like that fit your travel plans.

  Our Recommendations

  Hiroshima Flower Festival

  

  This is a huge festival held annually from May 3-5. Flamboyant parades of dance groups and bands composed of citizens, accompanied by floats decorated with flowers, march along the 100-meter wide Peace Boulevard. Various events and shows are presented on different stages set up along the boulevard. The festival is also noted for its beautiful flower displays.

  Miyajima Fireworks on the Sea

  

  This brilliant display of fireworks which takes place in front of the Itsukushima Shrine gives a poetic charm to summer. The fireworks over the water are reflected on the sea. It is quite dazzling to see the fireworks against the backdrop of vermilion-colored O-torii. Many people from within and outside Hiroshima come to see it every year on August 14.

  Mihara Yassa Festival

  

  This festival has a history more than 430 years. It is held annually on the second weekend in August from Friday to Sunday Yassa Dance is quite a sight.
  People dance through the city crying "Yassa,yassa!" to the accompaniment of lively music. It started a long time ago when people celebrated the completion of Mihara Castle, dancing around and playing such musical instruments as shamisen, drums and flutes.

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:25

  

  Blessed with the rich natural beauty of the Inland Sea and the Chugoku Mountains, there are a great many scenic areas in Hiroshima Prefecture.
  Enjoy Japanese flowers throughout the seasons and feel the nature.

  Our Recommendations

  Shukkeien

  

  This garden was constructed in 1620 as the garden of a villa of the Asano clan who reigned over Hiroshima. It was designed after the model of the famous scenic lake, Xi Hu (West Lake), of China. In the center of the garden, there is a pond with about ten islets of various sizes. There are valleys, bridges, teahouses and an arbor beautifully arranged in this strolling-style garden surrounded by artificial hills. The garden appear larger than it actually is, this garden is constructed with a variety of landscapes such as valleys, ravines and a seashore. It is also famous for its cherry blossoms. Shukkeien is visited by 30,000 people a year, and cherished as a beautiful scenic garden.

  • Open: 9:00-18:00; 1 Oct-31 Mar, 9:00-17:00
  • Closed: 29 Dec-3 Jan
  • Admission: 250 yen
  • Access: 15 minute walk from JR Hiroshima Station.
  • URL: Shukkeien

  Innoshima Flower Center

  

  There is a huge collection of rare plants from all over the world. Ninety-five thousand plants are cultivated and exhibited in this flower park. There are numerous facilities in which to enjoy the beauty of flowers throughout the year, including a large green house abounding with tropical and subtropical flowers, a plaza with a fountain and a small waterfall, a rest house and a flower shop. Various events are held all year round. You can see the Seto Inland Sea from the park. From Shigeinishi Port, take a bus for 5 minutes, and get off at Flower Center-mae.

  • Open: 9:30-16:00; 1 Jul-30 Sep, 9:30-16:30
  • Closed: Tue and 27 Dec-1 Jan
  • Admission: 500 yen
  • Access: From JR Onomichi Station take an express bus 2km, get off at the innoshima Inta entrance. Or get off at Oniiwa and take a city bus bound for the Flower Center.

  Tomonourat

  

  Tomonoura is located at the end of the Numakuma Peninsula. This was a prosperous port town where people waited for favorable tides and winds. Even today, there are many spots in town reminiscent of those days. Peddlers, who sell fresh local fish and shellfish by the roadside, evoke a nostalgic atmosphere. Such a scene has almost disappeared in Japan. There are also many places of historic interest relating to the Korean envoys of the Edo period, and to the Meiji Restoration.

  • Access: 30 minutes by bus from JR Fukuyama Station.

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:26

  

  Hiroshima Prefecture has many historically valuable buildings including Itsukushima Shrine, a world heritage site. In addition, kagura, one of Japan's ancient traditional performing arts, entertains you with its gallant and splendid dances as well as the sounds of flutes and taiko drums.
  Enjoy the mysterious and beautiful culture of the prefecture.

  Our Recommendations

  Buttsuji Temple

  

  Buttsuji Temple, the head temple of the Buttsuji school of the Rinzai sect, is known as one of the most prominent zen training halls in Japan. Surrounded by old cedars and maple trees, the precincts have a solemn atmosphere. There are always visitors who come to see the temple, especially in spring, with the fresh verdure, and in autumn, when the leaves are crimson. The temple has valuable cultural properties.
  during the autumn season of colored leaves.

  • Admission: 300 yen
  • Access: From JR Mihara Station, take a bus for about 40 minutes, and get off at Buttuji. The temple is nearby. 
    
  • URL: Buttsuji Temple

  Kagura Dance

  

  When the autumn festivals begin, "Kagura Dancing" is held in various places all over the prefecture. Kagura Dancing has been the scared religious ritual as well as important for the residents in the region. Hiroshima Prefecture is well known for Kagura Dancing and has more than 300 Kagura Dancing teams.

  Takehara Historical Preservation District

  

  The area called "little Kyoto of Aki Province" is the symbol of Takehara City. It is designated as an Important Traditional Building Preservation District by the national government. This historic district shows the remnants of the Edo period culture and it makes visitors feel as if they were transported through time. This sightseeing spot, with its stone-paved alleys, stucco walls and latticed windows has a very traditional Japanese atmosphere. Two of the typical merchant houses are open to the public, so please do not fail to visit them.

  • Admission: 500 yen
  • Access: 15 minute walk from JR Takehara Station.

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:27

  

  Hot spa inns are ancient traditional sightseeing spots in Japan. There are many traditional hot spa inns and also spa facilities good for an easy day trip in various parts of Hiroshima Prefecture. Find and enjoy the most suitable hot spa and relieve the weariness of your journey.

  Our Recommendations

  Miyahama Onsen Hot Spring

  

  A quiet and peaceful hot spring resort with six hotels and Japanese inns on a small hillside near the Seto Inland Sea. You can enjoy the beautiful view of Miyajima Island, eating small fish fresh from the Seto Inland Sea, drinking the local sake of Hiroshima. The oysters, that are raised in the nearby Seto Inland Sea, are a special treat.

  • Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Onoura Station.

  Yuki Onsen Hot Spring

  

  This hot spring was discovered about 1,500 years ago, when an injured white egret was seen bathing in the hot water. The hot spring resort has a especially serene atmosphere as it is located along a small river, surrounded by green forests. Specialties include sliced yamafugu (made from the konyaku plant), river fish, and cuisine prepared from wild plants which are gathered in the surrounding mountains. It takes about an hour and 40 minutes by bus from Hiroshima Bus Center. Please get off at Yuki Onsen, which is near the hot spring.

  • Access: An hour and 40 minutes from Hiroshima Bus Center.

  Yunoyama Onsen Hot Spring

  

  This prestigious hot spring prospered as a spa of the feudal lord, Asano, who reigned over the fiefdom of Hiroshima. Near the hot spring, there is a facility called "Kua House Yunoyama," where visitors can enjoy thirteen baths, a heated swimming pool and different types of saunas.

  • This prestigious hot spring prospered as a spa of the feudal lord, Asano, who reigned over the fiefdom of Hiroshima. Near the hot spring, there is a facility called "Kua House Yunoyama," where visitors can enjoy thirteen baths, a heated swimming pool and different types of saunas.

  Miharashi Onsen Hot Spring

  

  Natural hot spring drawn from 2000 meters underground. The water is 45.1℃, which is the highest temperature of any hot spring in Hiroshima Prefecture. You can enjoy twenty-six different types of baths to make your body healthy, including a floating bath, a bubble bath and an esthetic bath. You can also enjoy seafood dishes at the restaurant. A karaoke room, rest rooms and lodging accommodations are also provided.

  • Open: 9:00～22:00 No holiday 
    
  • Admission: 1,410 yen (for three hours) 
    
  • Access: 15 minutes by bus from JR Mihara Station, get off at Onsen-mae. It is near the bus stop. 
    
  • URL: Miharashi Onsen Hot Spring

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:29

  

  Hiroshima Prefecture has many specialties and famous goods unique to Japan. Enjoy shopping for traditional Japanese handicrafts , sake and more.

  Our Recommendations

  Miyajima Craftwork

  

  Shakushi (bamboo ladles), handicrafts made by woodturning, kurimono (wood scooped out into bowls and pots), and carving using chestnut, Japanese zelkova and cherry trees. The more these items are used, the more seasoned they become.

  Kumano Paint Brushes

  

  Kumano paint brushes are hand-made one by one by craftsmen using a 170-year-old tradition that has been passed down through generations. Kumano Town is the largest producer of traditional paint brushes in Japan. The traditional paint brushes are used for various purposes, including calligraphy, painting, making painted postcards, and makeup.

  Miyoshi Dolls

  

  Traditional craftworks dating back to the Edo Period. The dolls, which are made of clay, are also called "shining dolls" due to a glaze containing a unique glue that is applied to their surfaces.

  Momiji Manju 
  (maple leaf-shaped manju)

  

  Moist adzuki bean paste inside a soft sponge cake. They are also available with cheese, chocolate, and creamy fillings and such, making manju rich in variety and flavors.

  Miyoshi Wine

  

  The wine is fragrant with ingredients that are 100% locally grown under Miyoshi's special climate.

  Homeishu medicinal liquor

  

  This medicinal liquor has been produced in the Tomo area since the Edo Period.

  Seishu (Refined Sake)

  

  Sake in this prefecture is referred to as "onnazake (female sake)", while that in the Nada area in Hyogo Prefecture is referred to as "otokozake (male sake)", and is mellow but rich with a refreshing aftertaste. Sake breweries are scattered about the prefecture, including Saijo.

  Kendama 
  (cup and ball game)

  

  This is a specialty of Hatsukaichi City, famous for woodwork. Furniture and wooden toys are this city's specialties, and kendama is said to have originated in Hatsukaichi.

  Moshio salt

  

  Moshio salt is produced in Kamagari-cho, Kure City. Individual salt grains are light brown in color. Moshio is savory and mellow, rich in minerals, and good on foods like grilled fish, steak, onigiri and more and accentuates the natural flavors of these foods.

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:30

  

  Hiroshima Prefecture, rich natural beauty, has many outdoor facilities available all year round, such as golf courses, farms, beaches, ski and snowboarding resorts and more.
  Enjoy Japan's four seasons in Hiroshima Prefecture.

  Our Recommendations

  Taishakukyo Gorge Sukora Heights

  

  This is a highland resort complex (about 500 meters above sea level) in the area of Taishakukyo Gorge. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities and sports. The Cosmo Dome is an indoor facility where many different sports can be played. There are also campsites, outdoor tennis courts, a public bath, lodging accommodations and a restaurant. Local products of Jinseki-Town are sold as souvenirs here.

  • Closed: Tuesday(If Tuesday is a holiday, closed 
    Wednesday. Open on Tuesday as well during the tourist season.)
  • Access: 15 minutes drive from the Tojo Interchange (an hour and a half drive from Fukuyama).

  Citrus Park Setoda

  

  This park is the first fruit theme park featuring citrus fruit in Japan. It was established in Setoda Town, which is one of the leading producers of citrus fruits. In the park, there are various unique facilities such as a fragrance shop, the Original Fragrance Studio and an exhibition garden where visitors can see about 600 different kinds of flowers and fruits collected from all over the world. There are also barbecue facilities, a putter golf course and Super Slider (a large slide), which is great fun.

  • Open: 9:30～16:00
  • Closed: Tuesdays , the year-end and the New Year holidays
  • Admission: 800 yen
  • Access: 20 minutes by bus from Setoda port.
  • URL: Citrus Park Setoda

  Miroku no Sato

  

  Miroku no Sato is a large comprehensive leisure complex located on the Numakuma Peninsula. On 2.1 million square meters of land, Miroku-no-sato encompasses an amusement park, a swimming pool, a golf course, an open-air bath, a hot spring bath, a Chinese art museum, and other facilities, which are fun to visit. A facility called "Itsuka-kita-michi"(a path I once walked along)" shows a typical corner of a town in the mid-1950's. Visitors are reminded of their younger days, Lodging accommodations are attached, too.

  • Amusement Park: Open:10:00-17:00
  • Admission: 800 yen
  • Access: A direct bus leaves from JR Fukuyama Station.
  • URL: Miroku no Sato

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 16:36

  Hiroshima Oysters.

  The next time you are there, make sure you try their Oysters.

  here all about Oysters.

  http://www.jetro.go.jp/jetro/japan/hiroshima/food/pdf/pamphlet_en_02.pdf

• kinwashi

  20 Jul 11, 22:33

  

  Keep you waiting, ripe mango "sphere 30,000 yen 2" Kagoshima output Fashi

  April 22, 2011

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  Following the ceremony the prefecture mango, fruit and vegetable market in the Central Wholesale Market is a town in Kagoshima, Kagoshima City = Dongkai bidding was done

  Ceremony on April 21 of this year's factory in Kagoshima Prefecture mango, fruit and vegetable market was the central wholesale market in Kagoshima City Donghai Street. Chairman of the Steering Committee Xiangxiong Nakazaki mango orchards Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Group province is "blessed with great weather was mango. Goals (market price) would like to sell yen to 1 kilometers aim 2700" and æ„�æ°—è¾¼Nda.

  Last year the average market price of 2300 yen Prefecture mango 1 km. County officials 経済連 is "cooling effect of the earthquake in the eastern economy, are expected to struggle. Last year, the refurbished dressing well given the opportunity of receiving a brand from the province. Period, such as summer gift for Mother's Day and catch, the PR in various forms 注Gitai force, "he said. In addition to the bid was subsequently awarded with a total of 30,000 yen or about 1 km 2 of the finest mango balls, sugar content and excellent color tone is different and the next bid was dropped several thousand yen km.

• kinwashi

  21 Jul 11, 18:47

  Echizen Oroshi Soba Noodle

  

  Note

  Harvest period: October and November

  Contact Info

  Fukui Noodles Trade Association for Environmental Hygiene 0776-21-3142

  
  

  Outline

  This dish is made from a unique soup, into which is first put grated daikon radish (daikon oroshi), (unlike most dishes, which get served soup and daikon oroshi separately) and firm dark brown soba noodles. The combination of the sweet taste of delicious fragrant soba noodles and the sharpness of grated daikon radish make this meal exquisite. The name ‘Echizen Oroshi Soba’ is believed to come from the Showa emperor who called it ‘That Echizen Soba’ after he visited the town of Takefu in this region and tasted the dish.

  Echizen Gani (Crab)

  

  Note

  Fishing period: November to March

  Contact Info

  Fukui Fishermen's Cooperative Association Sales Division　　0776-24-1203

  
  

  Outline

  It is often said that this is the king of winter food. The male crab is called ‘Zuwai’ and female is called ‘Seiko’, and they inhabit the coast of the Sea of Japan. Fishermen catch them using a dragnet and take them back fresh without freezing. These crab are sold at auction fish markets and shipped to Fukui, Kanazawa and even to the Kyoto area.

  Wakasa Fugu (Blowfish)

  

  Note

  Fishing period: November to February

  Contact Info

  Fukui Fishermen's Cooperative Association Sales Division　　0776-24-1203

  
  
  

  Outline

  At a fish farm in the bay of Wakasa where the tidal flows are good, blowfish are raised in conditions closest to their natural environment. The fish is now one of the winter delicacies in Wakasa.

  Grilled Mackerel Sushi

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Prefectural Products Association　　0776-41-3357

   

  
  

  Outline

  Grilled Mackerel Sushi is made from grilled fresh fatty mackerels. Once it is grilled, it has neither any excess fat nor fishy taste. They are very tasty, do not leave an aftertaste, and create a delicate flavor with sushi rice.

  Habutae Rice Cake

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Prefectural Products Association　　0776-41-3357

  
  

  Outline

  The Echizen Fukui area flourished because of the silk textile industry. In particular, the satiny textile, called Habutae, was favored as a high-quality textile. A Habutae Rice Cake represents the elegant texture of Habutae and has a very silky texture and a delicate sweetness.

  Heshiko

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Prefectural Products Association　　0776-41-3357

  
  

  Outline

  Heshiko is preserved fish with soybean paste and is Fukui’s essential nonperishable food during the winter season. Heshiko can be made from many kinds of fish, but mackerel is the most popular ingredient since it is the specialty of the Wakasa area. Other than mackerels, Heshiko can be made from sardines, herrings, and globefish. It is said that Heshiko was originally made in the mid-Edo Period. To make Heshiko, fresh fish is washed, salted, and pickled in rice-bran paste for a year.

  Sauce Katsu-Don

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Prefectural Tourism Federation　　0776-23-3677

  
  

  Outline

  Typical Japanese Katsu-Don (pork cutlet rice bowl) is made from a deep-fried cutlet bounded together with egg. In Fukui, however, the most popular Katsu-Don is the one with a deep fried cutlet flavored with sauce. A piping hot fried cutlet is quickly dipped with Worcester sauce-based secret seasoning and put on a seasoned rice bowl.

  Wakasa Garei (Flatfish)

  

  Note

  Fishing period: September to June

  Contact Info

  Fukui Fishermen's Cooperative Association Sales Division　　0776-24-1203

  
  

  Outline

  The correct name for the fish commonly known as ‘Wakasa Garei’ is ‘Yanagimushi Garei’. This fish is considered one of the treasures among small types of flatfish and is incredibly tasty as a dried product. The clear fish meat is delicious, making it easily understandable why this fish is given to the imperial court every year.

  Fukui Rice

  

  Note

  Harvest period: August to October

  Contact Info

  Fukui Economic Agricultural Cooperative Association Rice and Wheat Division　　0776-27-8257

  
  

  Outline

  The rice called ‘Koshihikari’ which is harvested in the beginning of September was first cultivated by the Fukui agricultural experiment station in 1956 after more than ten years of great effort. Koshihikari, which was created in Fukui prefecture but is now not only grown in Fukui but throughout Japan, is the most popular and regarded as one of most delicious kinds of rice.

  Fukui Ume (Plums)

  

  Note

  Harvest period: June and July

  Contact Info

  Fukui Economic Agricultural Cooperative Association Horticultural Speciality Division　　0776-27-8258

  
  

  Contact Info

  One of the main selling points of a Fukui plum is its hearty fruit with a small seed, the best kind of plum to process into ‘Umeboshi’ (pickled plums) or ‘Umeshu’ (plum liquor). The taste is wonderful, as it is grown in a land with gentle sunshine and a sea breeze from the Sea of Japan.

  Hana Rakkyo

  

  Contact Info

  Fureai Park Sanrihama　　0776-82-3339
  Sakai City Tourism section　　0776-50-3152

  
  

  Outline

  The rakkyo, or shallot, is famous for its three-year growing period before it gets harvested from the dune area of Sanrihama beach facing the Sea of Japan. The main selling point of this small shallot is its firmness with fine fibre and a fresh crisp taste. The Hana Rakkyo is processed by cutting the top and roots and pickling. It can be bought nationwide in Japan.

  Tesuki Oboro Konbu (hand-sliced tangle seaweed)

  

  Contact Info

  Tsuruga City, City Planning and Tourism section　　0770-22-8122

  
  

  Outline

  Tsuruga is one of the few home sliced tangle producers in Japan. This fine silk-like seaweed is produced after being kept damp and softened by vinegar.Today, 85% of the Japanese hand-sliced tangle is produced here.

  Amaebi Shrimp

  

  Note

  Fishing period: September to June

  Contact Info

  Fukui Fishermen's Cooperative Association Sales Division　　0776-24-1203

  
  

  Outline

  It is said that these clear reddish shrimp will melt in your mouth with a sweet sensation when served raw, as sashimi. Like Echizen Crabs, the Amaebi Shrimp is one of the Japanese people’s favourite winter fruits from the sea. These shrimp are taken from offshore and are then taken directly to the fish market, keeping their freshness and flavour. They are delicious with a hint of sweetness when eaten as sashimi accompanied with soy sauce and wasabi horseradish.

  Wakasa Gyu(Beef)

  

  Contact Info

  Wakasa Beef Distribution Promotion Council　　0776-54-0205

  
  

  Outline

  The Japanese Tanba family of cattle, which is known for its gentle nature and great quality, has been kept in the Wakasa region since ancient times and was also famous for pulling oxcarts in the Heian Period. The cattle is now recognised by the exclusive, and very tender and marbled meat with a great taste.

  Koshi no Ruby (Tomato)

  

  Note

  Harvest period: June to November

  Contact Info

  Fukui Economic Agricultural Cooperative Association Horticultural Speciality Division　　0776-54-6463

  
  

  Outline

  This shiny and bright red coloured tomato, which you can imagine from its name, was created by biotechnology, combining large tomatoes and miniature tomatoes. Koshi no Ruby is a medium sized tomato with a full sweetness and a moderate sourness that makes you feel as if you are eating a piece of fruit. It contains 1.5 times more vitamin C than a large tomato and 7 to 8 brix of sugar content, which is 2 to 3 brix more than a large tomato. This nutritious and tasty tomato is now attracting much attention.

  Fukui Suika (Watermelon)

  

  Note

  Harvest period: June to August

  Contact Info

  Fukui Economic Agricultural Cooperative Association Horticultural Speciality Division　　0776-54-6463

  
  

  Outline

  With its perfect weather conditions during spring and summer, rich soil, and pure water, Fukui is the most suitable place to grow watermelons. This sweet and juicy watermelon is shipped all over Japan.

  Eiheiji Sesame Tofu

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Prefectural Products Association　　0776-41-3357

  
  

  Outline

  Sesame Tofu is a protein-rich food and is a vital source of nutrients for Buddhist monks. It is widely used in their daily vegetarian diet. Eiheiji Sesame Tofu is carefully and slowly made with sesame and kudzu starch. Its soft and silky texture together with the sesame flavor is very delicate.

  Satoimo (Aroid)

  

  Note

  Harvest period: October and November

  Contact Info

  Teraru Echizen Agricultural Cooperative Association
  0779-65-1250 
  Fukui Economic Agricultural Cooperative Association Horticultural Speciality Division　　0776-54-6463

  
  

  Outline

  This vegetable has been grown mainly in Ono city and Katsuyama city within the Okuetsu region, which has been famous for great quality water since the Edo period. The satoimo, which harvested and shipped from this region, is known by the peculiar sweet taste and the firm body that does not melt away when it is boiled.

  Echizen Kantake Mushroom

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Ikeda Agricultural Cooperative Association (Processing plant)　　0778-44-6505

  
  

  Outline

  The original mushroom brand from Fukui prefecture, selected and cultivated from the tissue culture of the tasty natural Kantake mushroom, can be eaten whole, even its stems.

  Fukui Shiitake Mushroom

  

  Contact Info

  Fukui Forestry Cooperative Association　　0776-38-0345

  
  

  Outline

  Logs from the forests of Fukui prefecture (which has many good quality deciduous trees) are used to grow the Fukui Shitake Mushroom. It is widely produced in Fukui prefecture. This rich and tasty natural food is recommended.

  Hotaruika (Firefly Squid)

  

  Note

  Fishing period: March to May

  Contact Info

  Fukui Fishermen's Cooperative Association Sales Division
  0776-24-1203

  
  

  Outline

  The main season to enjoy the Hotaruika is between March and June in their breeding period. Fishermen with dragnets catch them when these squid gather in the centre of the bay of Wakasa. A general way of eating these squid is to dress with a vinegar and miso (soy bean paste) mixture after dipping them in the boiling water.

  Mushroom

  

  Contact Info

  Oi Mushroom Producers' Cooperative　　0770-78-1606

  
  

  Outline

  Mushrooms are one of the local products in the Wakasa region. The whole root attached mushrooms are on sale and are popular for a wide range of cooking, from homemade meals to exclusive cuisine.

  Pearl Mushroom

  

  Contact Info

• kinwashi

  21 Jul 11, 18:49

  July 21, 2011

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  Broiled eel = 21 yesterday morning and we are next baking charcoal, Kita-ku, Osaka "Yes Shizu" shooting Shinichi Iizuka

  [PR]

  This eel is high summer. It causes bad fry for two consecutive years. Before you order in the store, it may be necessary to confirm the contents of the purse. Oct. 21 "Saturday Ox (Cow)."

  Osaka Tenma veteran "can Horses (quietly)" is decided to increase from 1 month in 14 years. $ 1.00 each é°»é‡� (such ten) to the wave of 1,300 yen. Last year, up about 30% 仕入Re値. Up further this year, four years ago was 50% wider. But has had to reduce costs, such as bulk buying of spices, "marginal effort" (Mr. H. barrels third owner), respectively.

  Kansai Super store 123 to expand the "Life Corporation" (Higashi-Yodogawa, Osaka district).Real price of 1280 yen, up 30 percent Kagoshima Compared to last year, 880 yen is also produced in China increased more than 40%. 21 was increased up to $ 1.00 each. Is slightly below last year's sales personnel is "to accelerate the separation in eels," and worry.

• kinwashi

  21 Jul 11, 18:55

  Through the structure of the Hanshin Expressway Building] [idea �Ki抜Keta

  July 21, 2011

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  Hanshin go through the gate towers. Bill is not actually in contact with the road, Fukushima ku, Osaka-structure that is separated from the helicopter headquarters, Tomonori Nakazato shooting

  Gate Tower Building

  Centerville-Senba, Chuo-ku, Osaka run the roof of a building roads, Tomonori Nakazato shooting

  Kita-ku, Osaka-Asahi Shimbun Osaka Head Office has become a part of the building structure supporting the highway, the helicopter headquarters, Tomonori Nakazato shooting

  Aoyama Gregoire

  Mr. Takaoka Shinichi

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  Running from the direction of the Hanshin Expressway Ikeda, Osaka to exit. And the building, "such shining belly," we are drawn to the road. Cover, stick to the building shortly after entering the tunnel I think. If you pass only a few seconds. As I came near future cities.

  This Bill Gate Tower Building. Through holes in the road in a 5-7 16-story portion of the ground floor. But building conference room hire, floor signs are fine 5-7 "Hanshin Expressway" that says. The owner keeps business in this land from the Meiji, LP gas industry and selling end-taek. Mid-1980s, when building new construction plan emerged, Umeda conflict with plans to build a fast exit here.After a few years of negotiations, settled on the current form.

  However, common sense is impossible idea. Preceded by President of the negotiations, died a few years ago, Mr. Masahiro Sawa end of the current president, son (43), "I have to negotiate what is in his grave." But the institutional side, the Hanshin Expressway is not a compulsory purchase was also a last resort, "I did it patiently." Even after completion of the 1992 interview as Bill rushed changed.Chinese TV stations even from this year, the coverage is also called Al-Jazeera satellite television came to the Middle East, that's building a global focus. "I'll not make elsewhere is like daring the, and I think ..."

  Peculiar structure of the Hanshin Expressway are also others. Semba Centre is one of them has been on the road portion of the roof between two and four-story building about 930 meters east to west. Semba escaped the war, the clamor fibrosis, complicated Mamanaranai entitled to use the road maintenance. Before the Osaka Expo in 1970, but was suddenly emerged as a solution to solve, "through a huge building on a fast, local shops get into the building together." According to the Expo opening ceremony at the opening, Mayor of Osaka at the time, "a model for the time being one of the downtown redevelopment throughout the world" and praised.

  "Bill to support the road," say, is also the headquarters office building in Osaka Asahi Shimbun, which ä¹—Kke the western edge of the Hanshin Expressway. Large office building and bounces through the car yet, with a bonus. Originally the land was in Osaka. Early 1960s, when the Asahi Shimbun office building planned for expansion, also has plans to pass this road, the city "If you pass the road on the premises at no cost to, sell the land to the rising sun," is that What's with the other.

  Currently, the rebuilding plan is to go high-rise buildings are now part building will leave behind on the Hanshin earthquake reinforcement. Hanshin Expressway officials said, "the Asahi Shimbun crushed, please be in trouble luck Nde" Words and gentle. Yes, I Ganbarimasu!

  Not know the exact number, many of these spaces available to Osaka from Tokyo. "Not necessarily in favor of making, but wisdom results focused on overcrowded land" (Hanshin Expressway) called. Mon Omoroi complicated negotiations with each, or that good people skills Which Osaka. (Yutaka Chiba)

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  Takaoka Shinichi architect's familiar with the building in Osaka (40)

  Roads and buildings, in conjunction yeah

  Building on the street is that the institutional principles that stand, they are just buildings, "for example you say" feel it.

  And there was a time he took the road that would land and buildings, many buildings in Osaka this is why I would. I think there's also a love for the land has been in business, roads, irrespective of the frame of a building "or Eeyan Moutara and together," it may be 人Rashi Osaka.

• kinwashi

  21 Jul 11, 19:47

  

  â–  Kintetsu Abeno adult store pickled cucumbers taste of tradition Kema

  July 18, 2011

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  Kema bran pickled cucumber

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  Well, this is a normal cucumber (cucumber), and even homeopathic, cover different tastes.Traditional vegetables in Osaka, Kema (or only) bran pickled cucumber. Kintetsu Abeno Shop "Office Tsukemono (far from) where 沢庵 bucket (Shou your pickles)" of this season's classic.

  Times you want to revive the forgotten taste - and 10-year tradition begun in the pickled vegetables, a variety of Osaka. Cucumber is one of them in Kema, buy direct from growers in Osaka.

  First, I nibble a raw cucumbers marinate before. Paris, in addition to the comfort of crisp and crunchy texture with a surprised and mildly irritating to the unique bitter tongue. This is a surprising taste for adults. Even though the pickles, this is the original flavor intact. Hot summer, to accompany the beer, drink even better Kke. 2 630 yen.

  Since the amount of 30 cm and 1, "enjoying the change in flavor from soaking into the shallow å�¤æ¼¬Ke" Our store clerk. Until about the end of July sales.

  (Asahi Okai, Tetsuya Family News)

• kinwashi

  21 Jul 11, 19:49

  New Daihatsu minicar to get 30 km per liter

  BY KAZUKI KIMURA STAFF WRITER

  2011/07/21

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  A prototype of Daihatsu Motor Co. 'S high-mileage minicar. Leave patterns are drawn on the body to camouflage designs until release. (The Asahi Shimbun)

  Daihatsu Motor Co. Will release a minicar that gets 30 kilometers per liter of gasoline, adding to the competition for better fuel economy.

  The car, with an engine displacement of 660 cc or less, will go on sale in September, with the lowest-priced version under 800,000 yen ($ 10,100), the company said July 19.

  It will be almost as fuel-efficient as Toyota Motor Corp. 'S Prius gas-electric hybrid, which can travel 32 km per liter of gasoline.

  Mileage figures are based on the stricter government standard introduced in April.

  The car will feature Daihatsu's new technologies that enhance fuel efficiency by about 40 percent from current models. For example, it is about 60 kilograms lighter than conventional models.

  Specifically, the 40-percent increase comes from improvements to engine technologies (14 percent), the lighter weight (5 percent), lesser air resistance (3 percent), idle-stop functions (10 percent) and other features.

  Daihatsu plans to incorporate the package of new technologies, called "e: S technology," into other models, including those sold overseas.