Regional cuisine of Chugoku/Shikoku region
Kaku-zushi
Kaku-zushi (角ずし, kaku-zushi) is a traditional local dish from Ōda City in Shimane Prefecture, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. It is ...
Mikan Nabe (Citrus Hot Pot)
Mikan Nabe (みかん鍋, Mikan Hot Pot) is a unique local dish combining the fresh seafood and the famous mandarin oranges (mikan) of Suo-Oshima, an island that...
Shino Udon
Shino Udon (しのうどん) is said to be the type of udon eaten by the famous Zen monk Ryokan during his training at Entsuji Temple in the late Edo period. It i...
Hamo (Pike Conger)
Hamo (ハモ, Pike Conger) is a celebrated specialty of Tokushima Prefecture, boasting one of the highest catch volumes in Japan. Despite its fierce appearan...
Handa Somen
Handa Somen (半田そうめん, Handa somen) is a specialty from Tsurugi Town, Handa, a nature-blessed area located in western Tokushima Prefecture. Despite being...
Boze no Sugata Zushi
Boze no Sugata Zushi (ボウゼの姿寿司) is a specialty sushi from Tokushima Prefecture. The "boze" refers to a butterfish, known in Tokushima dialect as "ibo-d...
Bamboo Chikuwa
One of the beloved soul foods of Tokushima Prefecture is "Bamboo Chikuwa" (竹ちくわ, Take chikuwa). What sets it apart from regular chikuwa? It’s sold wit...
Awa Wasanbon Sugar
Awa Wasanbon Sugar (阿波和三盆糖, Awa wasanbon tō) is a rare, traditional Japanese sugar made from a native sugarcane variety called "Taketo" (also known as ...
Naruto Sea Bream
The Japanese sea bream, often referred to as the "King of Fish," reaches its pinnacle of quality in the swift currents of the Naruto Strait. Famous for its...
Fish Katsu
Fish Katsu (フィッシュカツ) is a specialty dish from Tokushima made by mixing minced white fish, such as cutlassfish or lizardfish, with curry powder, chili ...
Sashimi of Spanish Mackerel (Sawara)
In southern Okayama Prefecture, sashimi usually means Spanish mackerel sashimi, or "sawara." It’s a highly regarded specialty of the area. Sawara caught in s...
Sushi Donburi
Sushi Donburi (すし丼, Sushi donburi) features fresh seafood sourced from the Seto Inland Sea, offering a premium experience distinct from the typical "seafo...
Tamano On-Tama Meshi
Tamano On-Tama Meshi (たまの温玉めし) is a delightful fried rice dish featuring fluffy eel sourced from the Seto Inland Sea and mixed-grain rice grown in Tam...
Dried Beef
Dried Beef (干し肉, Hoshiniku) is a traditional food passed down in Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture. Okayama is known as the birthplace of Japan's oldest wa...
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Omi Beef
Shiga / >Meat dish -
![Kuroishi Tsuyu Yakisoba]()
Kuroishi Tsuyu Yakisoba
Aomori / >Soba & Udon -
![Chimaki]()
Chimaki
Fukuoka / >Local cuisine -
![Modern Yaki]()
Modern Yaki
Osaka / >Okonomiyaki & Takoyaki -
![Little red flounder]()
Little red flounder
Tottori / >Seafood -
![Bukkake Udon]()
Bukkake Udon
Okayama / >Soba & Udon -
![Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)]()
Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)
Kyoto / >Meat dish -
![Shinjō Himekko Zoni]()
Shinjō Himekko Zoni
Okayama / >Local cuisine
