I visited "HAGI," located on a quiet hill about 10 minutes by car from Iwaki Station.After the Great East Japan Earthquake, Chef Harutomo Hagi returned to his hometown, dedicating himself to the unparalleled freshness of seafood caught right off the coast of Tohoku and morning-harvested vegetables.Using mostly locally sourced firewood from Fukushima, this restaurant is a local gastronomic gem that food enthusiasts from all over the country rave about, often making it their travel destination. It is a regular on Tabelog's Silver list.♦︎ A special space where the warmth of firewood and the flames of the fireplace sharpen the senses ── The interior, surrounded by a blazing fireplace and antique furniture, feels like a refined vacation home, exuding a dignified atmosphere.The pleasant aroma of firewood and the flickering flames heighten the anticipation for the upcoming dishes.You can immerse yourself in the chef's story, filled with respect for Fukushima's producers and overwhelming love for the ingredients, while enjoying the meal.♦︎ Ingredients we enjoyed this time ── 【Morning-harvested corn】 【Sun-dried wheat, potatoes, green beans, basil, cheese, zucchini】 【Green peas, sea bream, rice noodles】 【Celeriac, Kawamata Shamo chicken, cucumber, kohlrabi, blue crab】 【Young corn】 【Kame no O rice, sweet sake, fermented pickled cabbage, Mehikari fish】 【Anago eel, Jerusalem artichoke, artichoke, kuro-moji, cacao, millet】 【Hokkigai clam, green onion, konbu wood】 【Fava beans, Suzuki fish, Abura-chan】 【Homemade bread made from organic sun-dried wheat from Fukushima】 【Cavolo Nero, lamb, daikon radish】 【Mulberries, freshly squeezed milk】 【Melon, huckleberries, Himekonatsu, loquat, bobobo, strawberries】 【Herbal tea】 ♦︎ Masterful techniques that bring out the essence of the ingredients and overall impressions ── True to the chef's commitment to "not naming dishes," the presentation brilliantly conveys the potential of the day's ingredients without being confined to tradition.The delicate cooking over firewood allows the pure umami and freshness of the ingredients to explode in your mouth.From the chopsticks made of local cedar to every detail, the dedication to using local materials creates a miraculous experience of "tasting the land of Fukushima".This is a supreme establishment where you can encounter the soulful cuisine of a chef dedicated to sharing Fukushima's food culture with the world.Thank you for reading to the end, from the reviewer "Instagram@_1show." I appreciate all your likes, follows, and saves for the restaurant.