Established over 110 years ago, the main store of Yamanaka Senbei serves up handcooked senbei rice crackers. Just like in times of old, they use a traditional brick oven to cook their crackers over a charcoal fire. This experience is highly recommended for foodies and tourists alike, as you’ll be able to enjoy senbei fresh from the charcoal oven! (Reservations are advised for the senbei-making experience)
| Website | http://www.yamanaka-senbei.com/shop.html (Japanese) |
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| Contact |
Yamanaka Senbei Main Store |
| Best Season | All Year |
| Opening Hours |
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Senbei experience run from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM) Open throughout the year |
| Parking | Available (Space for 5 cars) |
| Entrance Fee | 600 yen per person (for 3 senbei crackers) |
| Related info | This experience takes around 15 minutes. |
| Access | Kita-machi 407-1, Sekishiba-machi Kamitakahitai, Kitakata City, Fukushima Pref. 966-0015 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 16 min from Aizuwakamatsu I.C. exit off the Ban-etsu Expressway By Train: 17 min walk (8 min taxi ride) from Kitakata Station (JR Ban-etsu West Line) |
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