5 famous local dishes to try while traveling to Oita
Oita is a prefecture located on the eastern coast of the island of Kyushu. The region has a rich history that started during ancient times, with evidence of human habitation dating as far back as the Paleolithic era. During the 8th century, Oita was part of […]
Kabosu: First-rate fruit of Oita Prefecture
You’ve probably already heard of Yuzu, but what about Kabosu? Kabosu (also known as Citrus sphaerocarpa) is a Japanese citrus fruit that is considered rare all over Japan of the agric. It only grows in one area which is Oita Prefecture. Usually, people prefer to use […]
Japanese Sake Expert in Oita Prefecture: an Interview with Kaori Koumatsu
Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Kaori Koumatsu-san, a Japanese Sake Expert located in Oita Prefecture. Although the northern and cooler parts of Japan are well-known for their Nihonshu (Japanese fermented rice wine), Oita is a great place to visit and has breweries that produce […]
