Regional cuisine of Saga region

Saga

Saga Seafood

Karatsu Q-Saba

Karatsu Q-Saba (唐津Qサバ, Karatsu Q-Saba) is a farm-raised mackerel developed through a joint research initiative between Kyushu University and Karatsu City...

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Saga Sushi

Suko Sushi

Suko Sushi (須古寿司, Suko zushi) is a traditional box-style sushi from Suko, located in Shiroishi Town, Kishima District, Saga Prefecture. It features a ...

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Saga Meat dish

Saga Beef

Saga Beef (佐賀牛, Saga gyu) is one of the finest brand-name wagyu in Japan, renowned for its exceptional quality. Only beef that meets strict criteria—Grade...

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Saga Meat dish

Imari Beef

Imari Beef (伊万里牛, Imari gyu) is carefully raised in the lush green mountains, pristine waters, and crisp air of Imari's beautiful natural surroundings. ...

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Saga Local cuisine

Saga Nori

Saga Nori (佐賀のり, Saga nori) is a special type of seaweed cultivated in the coastal waters of the Ariake Sea. Known for its fragrant aroma, silky texture,...

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Saga Local cuisine

Zaru Tofu

Zaru Tofu (ざる豆腐, zaru tōfu) is a traditional specialty from Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, crafted by the renowned Kawashima Tofu Shop, which has been in...

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Saga Meat dish

Imari Beef

Imari Beef (伊万里牛, Imari gyu) is a premium-grade Saga beef raised in the lush, green natural environment of Imari. Expert farmers, equipped with advanced ...

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Saga Seafood

Arakabu (Kasago)

Arakabu (アラカブ, also known as Kasago) is a type of fish found in the waters of the Genkai Sea, off the coast of Kyushu. It is a white-fleshed fish with a ...

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Saga Seafood

Hiougi Scallops

Hiougi Scallops (ヒオウギ貝) are known for their strikingly colorful shells, which come in vibrant shades of yellow, purple, orange, and red, making them a s...

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Saga Seafood

Grilled Turbo Shell

At Hado Cape in Saga Prefecture, you can find small food stalls offering freshly grilled turbo shells (サザエのつぼ焼き, sazae no tsuboyaki) at very reasonab...

Saga

Saga Seafood

Yobuko Ika Sashimi

Yobuko Ika Sashimi (呼子いかの活きづくり, Yobuko ika no ikizukuri) is a signature dish of Yobuko Town in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, often enjoyed alongsi...

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Saga Seafood

Kamenote (Gooseneck Barnacles)

Kamenote (カメノテ, Gooseneck Barnacles) is a unique seafood delicacy enjoyed in coastal regions like Saga Prefecture. This crustacean gets its name from its...

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Saga Seafood

Grilled Barracuda with Salt

In Karatsu Port, the gateway to the sea in Saga Prefecture, autumn marks the season when fresh, fatty barracuda are brought ashore. Among Karatsu's barracud...

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Saga Local cuisine

Sicilian Rice

Sicilian Rice (シシリアンライス, Shishirian raisu) is a savory local specialty featuring stir-fried meat and fresh vegetables like tomatoes and lettuce, serv...