We are pleased to announce the results of a survey of 374 readers of the information magazine “Style Koriyama” in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture! !

The theme is

“What is Koriyama’s specialty?”

 

Best 1 – 10 (Ranked by number of votes)

1st place “Cream Box”

A traditional sweet bread made from a small loaf generously coated with rich condensed milk cream.

Koriyama’s famous “Seoul Sweet Bread” has gained popularity across Japan. The idea of spreading such a generous amount of cream was truly inspired—the perfect balance of soft bread and sweet, creamy indulgence makes it unforgettable.

 

2nd place “Carp dishes” (cooked/boiled)

Koriyama has the highest carp production of any municipality in Japan.

Carp is deeply rooted in the local food culture, and even fried carp is served in school lunches, making it a familiar and beloved taste for many residents.

 

3rd place “Mamador”

Koriyama is known for this unique local sweet, made by blending traditional bean paste with plenty of milk and presenting it in the style of a Western confectionery.

With its gentle, milky flavor, it’s often described as having a warm, homemade “mom’s cooking” taste ♪

There’s even a catchy tune associated with it—if someone who moved away this spring can still sing it, you can bet they’re a true Koriyama native!

 4th place “Kashiwaya Usukawa Manju”

One of the three great manju that represent not only Koriyama but Japan as well.
With a history of 160 years, this timeless sweet is known for its refined and elegant brown sugar flavor.

 

5th place “Rakuo Cafe au lait/Cafe au lait donut”

This is the one! The coffee milk loved by generations.
The balance between coffee and milk is simply divine.

 

6th place “Ecussonpie”

A traditional sweet from Koriyama, made of flaky puff pastry filled with smooth red bean paste.
When I come home and find it waiting on the kotatsu, I can’t help but feel excited.

It pairs perfectly with both tea and coffee.

6th place “Koriyama Black” (Ramen)

Although the soup is pitch black, the ramen itself has a surprisingly light flavor.
This beloved bowl features a nostalgic, mellow soy sauce taste—slowly simmered to bring out a rich yet rounded depth.

 

8th place  “Cabbage rice cake”

A sweet and savory stir-fry of rice cakes and cabbage.
This local SDGs-inspired dish has been enjoyed for over 80 years. It was originally created by farmers as a way to avoid wasting surplus cabbage.

 

9th place “Asakaｍai”

Miraculous rice nurtured by the pure waters of Lake Inawashiro and the rich soil of Asakano.
It’s wonderfully chewy with a satisfying texture—simply delicious.

 

9th place “Squid carrots”

A dish of thinly sliced squid and carrots, pickled in soy sauce.

When I was a kid, I couldn’t help but wonder—how many carrots were eaten all across the country? I know I certainly ate my share! 🥕

9th place “Green curry”

Green curry made with Koriyama’s local specialties can be enjoyed at many Japanese, Western, and Chinese restaurants throughout Koriyama City.

 

9th place “Morning’s Yogurt/Mogu Mogu Yogurt”

“Morning” is a popular yogurt specialty shop loved by the people of Koriyama.
Their seasonal yogurt-based sweets are also a big hit.