栃木県·特産品
Otawara Chili Peppers
If you love spicy food, this is a town you must visit at least once. This is Otawara City, the home of chili peppers. Otawara has a long history of chili pepper cultivation, and in the 1960s (Showa 40s), it boasted the highest production volume in the country. The most famous variety is 'Tochigi Mitaka.' Developed through selective breeding in 1955 (Showa 30), this chili pepper is characterized by its intense heat and beautiful luster. Although production once declined, through a passion for regional revitalization and the cooperation of over 150 producers, it reclaimed its status as Japan's number one production area in 2019 (Reiwa 1). A culture of enjoying spiciness, including super-hot gourmet foods and processed goods, is deeply rooted throughout the town. Please come and experience the sharp, stimulating flavors of Otawara.
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