Hiruzen Okowa (glutinous rice)
Hiruzen Okowa (glutinous rice) is a local delicacy representative of the Hiruzen region. It has always been served at festivals and other celebratory events.
It is made with glutinous rice, chicken, fried tofu, shiitake mushrooms, butterbur, burdock root, carrots, chestnuts, etc. The flavor of soy sauce and the umami of the ingredients blend ever so elegantly and make you hungry. You can find Hiruzen Okowa served at events held in Hiruzen, such as the national Hiruzen Kogen Marathon, and at local restaurants.
POSTED on 2025/01/14
Okowa is made with glutinous rice, chicken, fried oil, shiitake mushrooms, butterbur, burdock, carrots, chestnuts, and other ingredients, and the flavor of soy sauce and the umami of the ingredients are elegantly harmonized to whet your appetite.
It can be enjoyed at events held in Hiruyama, at stalls at the national Hiruyama Kogen Marathon, and at local restaurants.
It can be enjoyed at events held in Hiruyama, at stalls at the national Hiruyama Kogen Marathon, and at local restaurants.
