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Tenpura
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Ramen
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Seafood
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Soba & Udon
Okonomiyaki & Takoyaki
Okonomiyaki & Takoyaki
Bento & Onigiri
Bento & Onigiri
Don dish
Don dish
Nabe dish
Nabe dish
Yakitori & Kusiyaki
Yakitori & Kusiyaki
Meat dish
Meat dish
Local cuisine
Local cuisine

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Shizuoka
Grilled Rainbow Trout with Salt

Grilled Rainbow Trout with Salt

Did you know that Fujinomiya City in Shizuoka Prefecture is Japan's largest producer of rainbow trout? Raised in the ...
Yamagata
Natto Soup

Natto Soup

Natto Soup (納豆汁, Natto-jiru) is a hearty and nutritious wintertime staple that has been loved in Yamagata Prefectu...
Hyogo
Ibonoito

Ibonoito

Ibonoito (揖保乃糸, Ibonoito) is a proud specialty from the Banshu region along the Ibo River in the southwestern par...
Iwate
Green Pepper Miso

Green Pepper Miso

Green Pepper Miso (ピーマン味噌, Piiman miso) is a versatile seasoning from Iwate Prefecture, featuring a perfect bal...
Yamagata
Mogami River Oshin Bento

Mogami River Oshin Bento

The Mogami River Oshin Bento (最上川おしん弁当) is a special bento meal served during the scenic boat rides along the...
Kumamoto
Akaushi Beef Bowl

Akaushi Beef Bowl

Akaushi Beef Bowl (あか牛丼, Akaushi Gyūdon) features Akaushi beef, a celebrated specialty from Kumamoto's Aso region...
Miyazaki
Fish Sushi

Fish Sushi

Fish Sushi (魚ずし, Uozushi) refers to a traditional style of whole fish sushi, often made with mackerel or horse mac...
Oita
Yoshino Torimeshi

Yoshino Torimeshi

Yoshino Torimeshi (吉野鶏めし) is a beloved home-cooked dish passed down in the Yoshino area of southern Oita City. I...
Tokushima
Dekomawashi

Dekomawashi

Dekomawashi (でこまわし) is a delightful type of miso-dengaku, a skewered and grilled dish made using local ingredien...
Chiba
Seigaku Mochi

Seigaku Mochi

Seigaku Mochi (性学もち, Seigaku mochi) is a traditional dish from the Katori and Kaiso regions of Chiba Prefecture. ...
Fukuoka
Hakata Mentaiko

Hakata Mentaiko

Hakata Mentaiko (博多明太子, Hakata mentaiko) is one of Fukuoka's most famous specialties. It is made by fermenting p...
Nagano
Oyaki

Oyaki

Oyaki (おやき, Oyaki) is a beloved specialty of Nagano Prefecture. This traditional dish is made by kneading dough fr...
Nagano
Togakushi Soba

Togakushi Soba

Togakushi Soba (戸隠そば, Togakushi soba) refers to soba noodles from Togakushi, located in Nagano City, Nagano Prefe...
Nagasaki
Nagasaki Sara Udon

Nagasaki Sara Udon

When it comes to Nagasaki's culinary delights, "Champon" often takes the spotlight. However, equally loved by locals,...
Okayama
Tsuyama Horumon Udon

Tsuyama Horumon Udon

Tsuyama Horumon Udon (津山ホルモンうどん, Tsuyama Horumon Udon) is a beloved local dish packed with fresh mixed offal...
Mie
Ise Udon

Ise Udon

Ise Udon (伊勢うどん, Ise udon) is a specialty from Ise City in Mie Prefecture, known for its thick, soft, and chewy ...
Shimane
Izumo Soba

Izumo Soba

Izumo Soba (出雲そば, Izumo soba) is a cherished culinary tradition of the Izumo region, easily recognizable by its d...
Oita
Sake Manju

Sake Manju

Sake Manju (酒まんじゅう, Sake manju) is a beloved traditional sweet from the Houhi region, which encompasses Taketa ...
Aichi
Akakara Hot Pot

Akakara Hot Pot

Akakara Hot Pot (赤から鍋, Akakara nabe) is a beloved specialty from Nagoya. It features a flavorful broth made with ...
Ishikawa
Ishiru Hot Pot

Ishiru Hot Pot

"Ishiru" is a traditional fish sauce hailing from the Noto Peninsula in Japan. The name is believed to have originate...

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Tokyo
Ishiru Hot Pot

Hachioji Ramen

Hachioji Ramen (八王子ラーメン, Hachioji rāmen) is a beloved local specialty of Hachioji City in Tokyo, celebrated for its simple yet uniqu...
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Hyogo
Ishiru Hot Pot

Kobe Croquette

Kobe Croquette (神戸コロッケ, Kobe Korokke) is the delicately crafted croquette that originated in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Made with p...
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Hyogo
Ishiru Hot Pot

Jabu

Jabu (じゃぶ) is a comforting local dish from Shinonsen Town in Mikata District, Hyogo Prefecture. This homestyle stew features chicken, to...
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Nara
Ishiru Hot Pot

Nara Zuke

Nara Zuke (奈良漬, Nara zuke) is a traditional fermented delicacy that originated in Japan’s ancient capital, Nara. Developed during the He...
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