Nikumochi is a local cuisine of Yuza Town, traditionally eaten after the exhausting work of planting rice fields. The dish is derived from ozōni, a soup with mochi eaten across Japan.
In Yuza Town, mochi is often served at gatherings, and nikumochi is a comfort food enjoyed by children and adults alike. The dish is made with a pork broth (niku in the name meaning “meat”) and the round mochi that is characteristic of the Shōnai region. This product is made without preservatives or additives, offering a traditional mild flavor.