Regional cuisine of Kyushu/Okinawa region
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Toruko Rice
Nagasaki’s Toruko Rice is a hearty Western-style dish served on one plate, typically with dry curry rice (or pilaf, fried rice, and other variations), pork c...
Nagasaki Champon
Champon, said to have originated in Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture, has been enjoyed there since the Meiji era and is one of the region’s signature dishe...
Sasebo Burger
The story began around 1950, when people connected with the U.S. Navy stationed in Sasebo shared a recipe. It was later adapted to suit Japanese tastes, and ...
Saga Nori
Saga nori is a special type of laver grown in the Ariake Sea. It is known for its rich fragrance, smooth texture, and melting sweetness. Nutrient-rich fresh ...
Zaru Tofu
Zaru tofu from Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, is a specialty developed by Kawashima Tofu Shop, a long-established business dating back to the Edo period. Fou...
Imari Beef
Raised with care by skilled farmers in Imari’s lush natural surroundings, this premium Saga beef is known as Imari Beef. Its finely textured meat is tender a...
Sazae no Tsuboyaki
At Cape Hado in Saga Prefecture, rows of food stalls serve sazae no tsuboyaki at affordable prices. Freshly caught turban shells are grilled over charcoal, b...
Yobuko Ika Ikizukuri
Ikizukuri is one of Yobuko’s local specialties, alongside the Yobuko Morning Market in Yobuko, Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. Skilled chefs quickly prepare Y...
Salt-Grilled Barracuda
Every autumn, fresh, fatty barracuda are landed at Karatsu Port, Saga Prefecture’s gateway to the sea. Among the barracuda caught off Karatsu, the especially...
Sicilian Rice
Sicilian Rice is a local specialty served at restaurants and cafés in Saga City. It consists of sautéed meat and vegetables such as tomatoes and lettuce serv...
Hakata Zoni
Zoni is an essential part of New Year celebrations, and Hakata Zoni is enjoyed mainly in Fukuoka City’s Hakata area. It is made with broth from grilled flyin...
Uchiwa-ebi
Uchiwa-ebi is sometimes called a “phantom” lobster. As its name suggests, it has a distinctive shape, with a head that spreads out like a fan. Its flattened ...
Hakata Mentaiko
Hakata Mentaiko is one of Fukuoka’s signature souvenirs. It is made by fermenting Alaska pollock roe with chili pepper, salt, sesame, and garlic. Its distinc...
