岩手県·せんべい
Nanbu Senbei (Morioka)
Nanbu Senbei is a signature confection of Iwate, baked to a fragrant perfection using flour and salt. Its origins are ancient; because white rice was difficult to obtain in the Nanbu Clan domain, baked goods made with buckwheat and barley became a beloved part of daily life. From the Meiji era onward, wheat flour became the primary ingredient, leading to its production as a full-scale commercial product. The Nanbu Senbei baked in Morioka offers a vast variety of flavors—such as sesame, peanut, and pumpkin—providing the joy of choosing from many options. With a pleasant, crisp texture and a simple, rustic flavor that unfolds with every bite, it is loved as a quintessential Iwate souvenir. It is delicious enjoyed on its own or crumbled into soup to make 'Senbei-jiru' (senbei soup).
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