Regional cuisine of Kyoto region

Kyoto
Simmered Black Soybeans

Simmered Black Soybeans

Simmered Black Soybeans (黒豆煮, Kuromame-ni) is a traditional dish made using black soybeans primarily grown in the Tanba region, including Kyotanba Town an...

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Kamo Eggplant Dengaku

Kamo Eggplant Dengaku

Among Kyoto's traditional vegetables, Kamo eggplant (賀茂なす, Kamo nasu) stands out as a favorite. Recognizable by its round shape exceeding 10 cm (4 inches...

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Natto Mochi

Natto Mochi

Natto Mochi (納豆餅, Natto mochi) is a cherished dish with deep roots in Japan's culinary history. While the exact origin of natto remains a topic of debate,...

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Kibi Mochi, Awa Mochi, and Tochi Mochi

Kibi Mochi, Awa Mochi, and Tochi Mochi

Kibi Mochi, Awa Mochi, and Tochi Mochi are traditional delicacies originating from Kyoto Prefecture, especially in its mountainous regions stretching from th...

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Shogoin Turnip

Shogoin Turnip

The Shogoin Turnip (聖護院かぶ, Shogoin kabu) is one of Japan’s largest turnips and is classified as a traditional Kyoto vegetable, as well as a distinctive ...

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Tango Barazushi
Kyoto Sushi

Tango Barazushi

Tango Barazushi (丹後ばらずし, Tango barazushi) is a dish deeply rooted in the traditions and natural environment of the Tango Peninsula. Its creation was gr...

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Chestnut Rice
Kyoto Don dish

Chestnut Rice

Tanba chestnuts (丹波くり) are a specialty of the Tanba region in Kyoto, known for their large size and natural sweetness. In the Tanba area, chestnuts ha...

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Kyoto Matcha Soba
Kyoto Soba & Udon

Kyoto Matcha Soba

Matcha Soba (茶そば, Cha soba) is a unique variation of soba noodles, made by kneading finely powdered Uji matcha from Kyoto into the dough. Its vibrant gree...

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Kujo Negi

Kujo Negi

Kujo Negi (九条葱, Kujo negi) is a type of Japanese green onion and one of Kyoto's traditional vegetables, known as "Kyo-yasai." It is said to have originate...

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Nama-fu (Raw Wheat Gluten)

Nama-fu (Raw Wheat Gluten)

Nama-fu (生麩, raw wheat gluten) is a traditional Japanese food made by kneading wheat flour with water to extract gluten, which is then mixed with rice flou...

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Manganji Peppers (Manganji Sweet Peppers)

Manganji Peppers (Manganji Sweet Peppers)

Manganji Peppers (万願寺とうがらし, Manganji tōgarashi) originated from the Manganji district in the outskirts of Maizuru, located in northern Kyoto Prefectu...

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Kyo no Obanzai

Kyo no Obanzai

Kyo no Obanzai (京のおばんざい, Kyoto-style home-cooked dishes) refers to traditional dishes prepared in ordinary households in Kyoto for generations. The...

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Yudofu
Kyoto Nabe dish

Yudofu

Yudofu (湯豆腐) is a hot pot dish believed to have originated near Nanzenji Temple in Kyoto, and it is considered a signature culinary specialty of the regio...

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Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)
Kyoto Meat dish

Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)

Niku Dofu (肉豆腐, simmered beef and tofu) is a simple yet hearty dish made by simmering beef, tofu, and green onions together. It often features Kujo Negi (...