Regional cuisine of Nara region

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Nara Local cuisine

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 Heijō-kyō period as ...

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Nara Local cuisine

Shikishiki

Shikishiki (しきしき, Shikishiki) is a traditional snack beloved in the areas of Katsuragi-Taima and Shinjou in Nara Prefecture. It’s a crepe-like delicacy m...

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Nara Sushi

Kakinoha-zushi

Kakinoha-zushi, one of Nara’s signature regional dishes, is made with bite-sized portions of vinegared rice topped with slices of fish such as mackerel or sa...

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Nara Local cuisine

Yamato no Chagayu

Yamato no Chagayu is a local dish beloved in Nara, where it is known as “okaisan.” It is simply made by steeping hojicha in boiling water in a small cotton b...

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Nara Local cuisine

Yoshino Kuzu Mochi

Yoshino Kuzu Mochi is a local specialty that recreates the flavor of kuzu mochi once enjoyed in old family homes along the route to Mount Yoshino. Made by sl...

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Nara Nabe dish

Shishi Nabe

Shishi nabe is a traditional hot pot made with wild boar from the mountainous areas of Nara. It is sometimes also called shishi-jiru. Ginger, ground Japanese...

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Nara Soba & Udon

Harusame

Sakurai and Gose in Yamato are home to harusame production facilities. Together, they account for more than 60% of Japan’s production, making harusame one of...

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Nara Soba & Udon

Miwa Somen

Miwa somen is produced in the Miwa area, centered around Sakurai City in Nara Prefecture. Miwa is also said to be the birthplace of somen. Made using kneadin...

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Nara Ramen

Tenri Ramen

Tenri Ramen is a local ramen style that originated in Tenri, Nara Prefecture. It is known for its spicy, rich, full-bodied soy sauce broth made with pork bon...

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Nara Soba & Udon

Nyūmen

Nyūmen (煮麺) is a dish of somen noodles served in warm broth, as its name suggests. Although it is known throughout Japan, it is a regional dish said to hav...