Tohoku Fair at Mitsuwa Marketplace
The “Rising Tohoku Food Fair,” which celebrates the charm and cultural diversity of the Tohoku region in the northeast of Japan, will take place November 2-6, 2017 at Mitsuwa Marketplace in Torrance. This five day event aims to attract several thousand visitors--children and adults--to experience a selection of food from the Tohoku region.
The Rising Tohoku Food Fair presents diverse and flavorful food products originating from different prefectures of Tohoku.
The Rising Tohoku Food Fair not only celebrates the cultural diversity of the Tohoku region of Japan, it also promotes awareness of the ongoing post-earthquake recovery from damage suffered during the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011.
Gourmet recommendations:
1. Yogurt and Dairy Products from Tada Natural Farm
A small organic farm from the Iwate prefecture that specializes in fresh, natural and high quality dairy products. Their yogurt products have the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Try the cheesecake and pudding, which have creamy textures and a mild sweetness.
2. Yamazin Fried Scallop
Tohoku scallops breaded and fried to a beautiful golden color for you to enjoy. Also available in a pack to make in the comfort of home.
3. Iwate Wagyu Yakisuki Bento Box
Famous Iwate wagyu beef cooked perfectly for a luxurious, umami tenderness. It comes with rice and vegetables to complete this delicious meal.
4. Tuna Mix Bowl
This bowl features a generous amount of fresh tuna from Miyagi. This one of a kind tuna bowl contains both akami (lean) and toro tuna slices, so be sure to try it!
5. Iwate Wagyu Beef
Famous Iwate wagyu beef features perfect marbling that gives a luxurious and exquisite tenderness. It is best enjoyed medium rare. Two different cuts are available: chuck roll for sukiyaki or shabu-shabu and rib-eye for steak.
6. Kasuriya Japanese Sweets
These traditional Japanese desserts are made with special rice and covered in edamame paste and other toppings.
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