Carefully selected by JAL staff! 10 exquisite souvenirs that will charm you at Oita Airport

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The charm of Oita's beloved citrus fruit in a compact, single-serving size. "Tsuburana Kabosu"

"I want to give it to someone" category No. 1

The refreshing sweetness and aroma of citrus comes from kabosu, a specialty of Oita Prefecture. The local Oita style is to use kabosu generously in cooking and as a dilution water for shochu. This drink is packed with that charm. The grains inside are actually summer mandarins. The balance of sweetness and sourness is perfect, and the drink has a rich texture.

"It's delicious with summer mandarin oranges inside, and it's cute in appearance and size. It would be great to give it to friends outside the prefecture!" (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

"Cattleya Soy Sauce" is popular even with people who aren't usually fond of sweet soy sauce

"I want to give it to someone" category No. 2

Kyushu is known for its sweet soy sauce. This is one that we would like to recommend to those who have never tried it before. The rich umami of the bonito flakes and the deep, mild sweetness make it a great choice to either pour on its own or as a seasoning for food. This locally loved flavor, which has been in business for 76 years, is a souvenir that will bring a fresh new awareness to those who are not familiar with sweet soy sauce.

"They sell them in handy sizes at the airport, so they're perfect for trying out. Even people from areas where they think Kyushu soy sauce is sweet say that this soy sauce is great for sashimi! I gave it as a souvenir to a friend in the Kanto region, and he said it's also great to use as a seasoning!" (Ground staff)

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"Oita Kabosu Salt Mix Nuts" is a simple snack with a refreshing sour taste.

"I want to give it to someone" Category 3

The sourness that hits you as soon as you put it in your mouth is nothing short of refreshing. In addition to the different textures of the almonds, cashew nuts, and giant corn, you can also enjoy the aroma and moderate saltiness. It goes well with beer, or with the savory flavor of Oita's famous barley shochu.

"With just the right amount of saltiness and kabosu flavor, you won't be able to stop eating them. They're great as a snack or appetizer!" (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

Moist and rich. "Ruisa" sweets with a fragrant butter flavor

"I want to give it to someone" Category 4

Named after the Christian girl Ruisa, who rests in Ume, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, this famous confectionery is made of a soft, butter-flavored dough filled with a generous amount of subtly sweet white bean paste. The soft, moist baked confectionery highlights the richness of the liqueur and the full-bodied butter flavor, making it a hearty and satisfying snack to go with tea.

"People tend to buy the standard Oita souvenir, 'Xavier,' but Ruisa is also delicious with its refined sweetness." (Station Operations)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

The number one chicken consumer in Japan. Oita Prefecture's unique chicken dish, "Mysterious Chicken Tempura Crackers," is an easy way to enjoy the dish.

"I want to give it to someone" category No. 5

In fact, Oita Prefecture has the highest chicken consumption in Japan. It is not uncommon to see chicken tempura, or "toriten," on the dinner table. This "toriten," known to those in the know as Oita Prefecture's soul food, has been made into a rice cracker. It is light and crispy, and full of the delicious flavor of chicken. It is perfect as a snack or appetizer. Please take home a piece of Oita's food culture as a souvenir that can be easily distributed.

"It's a unique product name and it's interesting. I gave it to a friend in another prefecture and it was very well received." (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

For pasta and salads. A fragrant and easy-to-use all-purpose sauce, "Shiso Sauce"

"I want one for myself" Category #1

This olive oil-based pesto sauce is rich and condensed with the flavor of shiso leaves, making it extremely versatile. If you pour it over tomatoes and mozzarella cheese, it becomes a Caprese that will put any restaurant to shame. Even if you just mix it with pasta, it becomes a Japanese-style pesto. It has a strong salty taste, and has great potential as a flavor accent. If you love cooking, it will surely pique your curiosity and make you wonder, "What can I make with this?"

"It's delicious just as it is, but it can also be used as a secret ingredient in a variety of dishes." (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

"Krapfen" has a fluffy texture and a milky flavor

"I want one for myself" Category #2

Krapfen is a type of baked confectionery that is eaten on the morning of festivals in Germany and other countries. This is a healthy delicacy that has been carefully baked by artisans. The milky flavor and fluffy texture, made using milk from Yufuin, give the impression of a "high-quality baked confectionery," and the taste is refined and delicious. It has a shelf life of about 60 days, so you can enjoy it for a long time.

"It's fluffy and delicious. The box and packaging are cute, so it makes a great gift for someone. Of course, it's also a great treat for yourself." (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

Refreshing and dry. A delicious drink unique to Oita: "Kabosu Highball"

"I want one for myself" Category #3

If you have traveled to Oita Prefecture, you may have come across shochu or highballs made with plenty of kabosu. If you feel nostalgic for the refreshing taste, a kabosu highball may be a wise choice. A dry, delicious drink made with kabosu grown in Oita Prefecture. It is also perfect as a drink with a meal.

"It's delicious and easy to drink. I also like that it has zero sugar." (Ground staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

"Yoshino Chicken Rice Base" - Enjoy the traditional taste just by mixing it with rice

"I want one for myself" Category #4

In Oita Prefecture, on special occasions, each household brings rice, chicken, and burdock root to cook together to make Yoshino Torimeshi (Yoshino chicken rice). This souvenir was created to preserve the traditional taste, and all you need to do is mix it with three cups of freshly cooked rice. The chicken is tender and the burdock root is soft, with a sweet and spicy flavor that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. The simple flavor will add a touch of gentle tradition to your dinner table.

"You can easily enjoy the same taste as the Yoshino chicken rice sold as onigiri rice balls," said the airport director.

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

"Yufuin Original Sweets Mitsuemon" is a sweet that tastes like a roasted sweet potato, made with Oita Prefecture-grown Beniharuka.

"I want one for myself" Category #5

When you open it, the aroma that wafts out is just like roasted sweet potato. The firm texture of the skin and the sticky sweetness of the inside are so delicious that you will be amazed at how close it tastes to roasted sweet potato! The Beniharuka from Oita Prefecture is cooked in a pot to bring out the full sugar content. It is delicious as is, but if you take it out of the bag and pop it in the microwave for about 20 seconds, the flavor will be even richer.

"It's just like roasted sweet potato! It's individually wrapped so you don't have to eat too much. It's very delicious." (Ground handling staff)

Available for purchase at Soranoeki Tabibito

Oita Prefecture is blessed with a warm climate, sea and mountains, and is rich in souvenirs. By the way, on the second floor of the airport, there is a large souvenir mall called "Sora no Eki Tabibito", where you can shop smoothly as the stores are not separated. There is also JAL PLAZA in the restricted area after security checkpoint. Please enjoy choosing souvenirs to your heart's content as long as you have time before boarding.

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