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Shiroishi Umen: Guided Factory Tour of Kichimi Noodle Production

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, Factory and Brewery Tours, One-off Experiences / Brittani Ivan

Founded in 1897 (Meiji 30), Kichimi Seimen has faithfully preserved the traditional techniques and spirit of Umen-making. At the factory, high-quality ingredients are carefully selected and processed using time-honored methods combined with modern technology. Every step—from mixing and kneading to aging, stretching, and drying—requires the experience and refined judgment of skilled artisans.
During the factory tour, you can witness the noodle-making process up close, where manual craftsmanship and modern machinery coexist in harmony.

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Taiyaki Workshop in Kurihara

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Brittani Ivan

At old-fashioned sweets shop Kurikomaya in the Muikamachi neighborhood of Kurihara City, learn from the shop owner how to make taiyaki sweets, then try your hand at making one yourself.

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Ishinomaki Culinary Adventure

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, Private One-Day Tours / Brittani Ivan

On this private sea-to-table culinary adventure tour, experience the bounty of the Sanriku fishing grounds just off the coast of Ishinomaki for yourself! Fish, fry, flambe, and feast your way through this all-day immersive experience.

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Mochi-Pounding Experience

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Brittani Ivan

Experience an indispensable element of Japanese holidays: mochi-pounding! Using a traditional mallet and mortar, pound mochi rice into this staple chewy morsel, and then enjoy the result as part of a delicious local dish.

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Tsuyahime Rice Workshops in Yamagata

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Derek Yamashita

Visit the vast rice fields of Yamagata Prefecture and meet the farmers and chefs behind what is widely regarded as Japan’s top commercially produced brand of rice: Tsuyahime!

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Washoku Culinary Experience with Knife Demonstration

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Bridgitte Kayasith

After watching a live demonstration by a local washoku chef, participants can try their hand at preparing fresh fish themselves! Participants will learn about kitchen knives and experience the difference in ease of slicing before and after sharpening. After that, participants will prepare sushi and sashimi to savor for lunch.

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Farm to Bar

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, Private One-Day Tours / Bridgitte Kayasith

Experience the fruit kingdom of Yamagata Prefecture. Meet a Yamagata farmer and visit their orchard to harvest fresh fruit, then head to a cocktail bar where the bartender will craft an original cocktail or mocktail just for you!

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Tofu Workshop

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Bridgitte Kayasith

In this cooking workshop based in Yamagata city, you will learn how to prepare a local style of tofu with Yamagata soybeans from start to finish.

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Dewa Sanzan Shojin Ryori Meal

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Derek Yamashita

Shojin ryori, is an ancient cuisine found on the Dewa Sanzan Mountains developed by the Yamabushi mountain monks with a storied history dating back over 1,400 years from when these sacred mountains were first opened.

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Sushi Workshop in Yamagata City

Culinary Workshops, Experiences, One-off Experiences / Bridgitte Kayasith

Learn how to prepare nigiri and rolled sushi under the guidance of a master chef in the heart of Yamagata City.

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