5 souvenirs you should buy when you come to Minamisanriku Town! (Tohoku/Miyagi)

1. Clear file in collaboration with Sendai characters

The octopus-themed character ``Octopus-kun'' was created in Minamisanriku Town, a town famous for its octopus production, as a lucky charm that will help you pass the exam if you place it, and the Sendai Bento Kokeshi doll, a local Miyagi character. Drawn clear file. You don't have to take up a lot of space to bring it back as a souvenir.

Where to buy: Friends, Wataya, Minamisanriku YES Kobo

2. Moai T-shirt

Chile and Minamisanriku Town have been linked by a bond of recovery together since the 1960 Chilean earthquake. In Minamisanriku Town, there are many moai goods! T-shirts can be worn by yourself during your trip, and they are great souvenirs that don't take up too much space!

Where to buy: Friends

3.Octopus-kun's strap

Octopus-kun's strap is small and cute! You can attach it to your keys or to your bag. Each color has a meaning, so it might be a good idea to give it as a gift according to the recipient. Red increases your luck in competition, blue increases your concentration, pink increases your luck in love, yellow increases your luck with money, and green increases your grades. Please tell us the meaning of each when you give the souvenir!

Where to buy: Wataya, Friends, Minamisanriku YES Kobo, Ujie Supermarket

4.Octopus-kun pin badge made from local wood

Minamisanriku is a town rich in nature surrounded by forests and the sea. Forestry is also flourishing here, and Minami Sanriku cedar is well-regarded for its beautiful pink color. Additionally, we are making progress in creating environmentally friendly forests, including obtaining FSC certification. Unlike plastic pin badges, the pin badges are made of cedar and are warm and cute, typical of Minamisanriku.

Where to buy: Minamisanriku YES Kobo

5. Moai Monaka

Sweets are also a great idea to buy as souvenirs. Monaka, a traditional Japanese sweet, is a Japanese sweet that has bean paste wrapped in a skin made from mochi. The shape of the middle is a moai typical of Minamisanriku, so it would be a great souvenir. The skin and filling are separate, so you can enjoy the crispy texture! It's a one-of-a-kind souvenir that you can pack yourself.

Where to buy: Yushindo