Fukusaki Town’s Local Specialty “Mochi Barley” Featured on Yahoo! News
Fukusaki Town in Hyogo Prefecture proudly boasts its local specialty, mochi barley, which has been featured in detail on one of Japan’s largest news websites, Yahoo! News!
The featured article was written by a professor from the Faculty of Economics at Kobe International University. It was penned with great affection, highlighting the deep connection between Fukusaki Town and mochi barley, as well as its many appealing qualities.
▼ The featured article (Yahoo! News)
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The article introduces topics such as:
- A health ally! The power of mochi barley, which is rich in dietary fiber and highly nutritious
- Fukusaki Town’s unique history: why mochi barley has been loved in Fukusaki
- Recommended ways to enjoy it: mochi-barley noodles and the simple pleasure of mixing it into everyday rice
While Fukusaki Town is widely known for its strong image of kappa (water goblins), the “mochi barley” cultivated right beneath their feet (?) is also a treasure the town can proudly share with the entire country.
Being featured in media seen by so many people is all thanks to everyone who enjoys mochi barley in their daily lives, as well as the producers who work tirelessly to cultivate and process it. We are truly grateful—thank you very much!
Whether you’re thinking, “I haven’t eaten mochi barley lately,” or “I’d like to try it from now on,” we encourage you to take this opportunity to read the article and rediscover the flavors of Fukusaki Town.
We will continue to share Fukusaki Town’s “delicious” and “fun” stories. Thank you for your continued support!
