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Wild grape cheesecake

Kuji City

Northern Iwate

Local Cuisines

    A light and melt-in-your-mouth rare cheesecake paired with a sauce made from wild grapes harvested in the Kuji region. The combination of rich rare cheese and refreshing wild grape sauce is outstanding.
    It has become popular and has been featured on numerous TV programs.

    Address
    4-2, Okawamecho, Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture, 028-0091
    Inquiries
    Contact name: Sawagiku Ltd.
    Phone number 0194-55-2206
    [Toll-free number] 0121-55-4572
    Website
    http://www.sawagiku.jp/Open in new tab
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