[For Seniors] How many can you answer? Introducing a local quiz about Shizuoka Prefecture

mandarin orange

Mikkabi in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is a mandarin orange-producing area famous for “Mikkabi Mikan.” They are sweet and juicy, with the characteristic tang of mikan. In addition, Mikkabi mikans shipped by JA Mikkabi are also known as Foods with Functional Claims containing GABA, which has the function of improving high blood pressure.

Lake Hamana

Lake Hamana is located in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture and is well known for its thriving eel farming. Dishes made with fresh eel are also popular. There are many tourist attractions around the lake, making it a place that draws numerous visitors every day.

The world's largest floral clock

Matsubara Park is home to the “world’s largest flower clock,” which was certified by Guinness World Records in 1992. The clock has a diameter of about 31 meters and is famous for being made with a colorful array of flowers. By the way, the hour hand is 8.8 meters long, the minute hand is 12.5 meters, and the second hand is 10.8 meters!

sakura shrimp

Sakura shrimp caught in Suruga Bay are known as the “jewel of the sea” for their translucent pink hue and beautiful appearance, and they are a signature specialty of Shizuoka Prefecture. In Japan, these sakura shrimp are recognized as a precious bounty of the sea, landed exclusively in Suruga Bay.

tea

Shizuoka Prefecture has the highest tea production in Japan and is home to many tea fields. It is especially well known nationwide as “Shizuoka tea.” Among Shizuoka’s regional brand teas, three famous varieties are “Motoyama-cha,” “Kawane-cha,” and “Kakegawa-cha.” Each has a distinct taste and aroma, making it fun to compare them.

Meow

In the Shizuoka dialect, the expression “yaranyan,” which means “have to do (it),” includes the cat’s meow “nyan.” Incidentally, the ending “nyaa” is said to be a sentence-final expression in standard Japanese meaning things like “right?” or “isn’t it,” and it is used mainly in Shizuoka Prefecture.

shavings

A distinctive feature of Fujinomiya yakisoba is sprinkling it at the end with kezuriko—powdered niboshi such as sardines. This adds depth of flavor and a toasty aroma. It’s also a carefully crafted dish that uses special thick noodles and pork cracklings.