Regional cuisine of Kyushu/Okinawa region
Keiran
Keiran (けえらん) is a traditional confection made by wrapping sweet bean paste in a thin, steamed dough crafted from finely milled non-glutinous rice flour....
Ikashumai (Steamed Squid Dumplings)
Ikashumai (いかしゅうまい, steamed squid dumplings) is a signature delicacy of Yobuko, Kyushu, and has become one of the region’s most popular souvenirs. Thi...
Ara no Sugatani (Simmered Whole Ara Fish)
Ara no Sugatani (アラの姿煮, Simmered Whole Ara Fish) is a stunning centerpiece of "Kunchi cuisine," a traditional feast served during the Karatsu Kunchi Fes...
Yame Tea Sweets
Yame Tea Sweets are crafted using Yame Tea (八女茶, Yame-cha), which has roots tracing back to 1423 when a monk named Shuzui established Reigan-ji Temple and...
Fukuoka Udon
Fukuoka Udon (うどん, Fukuoka udon) is unique for its soft-textured noodles. The delightful combination of fluffy, chewy noodles and a mild, soothing broth i...
Fugu (Pufferfish)
Fugu (ふぐ, pufferfish) is a celebrated specialty of Fukuoka Prefecture, known for its abundant catch of natural fugu species, such as tiger pufferfish (tora...
Ashiyan Squid
Ashiyan Squid (あしやんいか, Ashiyan ika) is a branded spear squid caught in the Hibikinada Sea off the coast of Ashiya Town, one of western Japan's prime fi...
Kuzukiri
Kuzukiri (葛きり, Kuzukiri) is a traditional Japanese delicacy made from Akizuki Honkuzu, a pure white starch extracted from the natural roots of the kuzu pl...
Kashiwameshi Rice Ball
In the northern Kyushu region, chicken has been traditionally referred to as "kashiwa" and has long been cherished as a popular ingredient. The spread of Kas...
Tagawa Hormone Hotpot
Tagawa Hormone Hotpot (田川ホルモン鍋, Tagawa horumon nabe) is a beloved local delicacy from Tagawa City in Fukuoka Prefecture. This dish features tender pie...
Umegae Mochi
Umegae Mochi (梅ヶ枝餅, Umegae mochi) is a delightful snack made with a thin, chewy rice flour shell that is grilled to a crispy perfection. Inside, you'll f...
Hakata Wagyu
Hakata Wagyu (博多和牛, Hakata wagyu) is a prized Japanese beef raised by certified farmers primarily in Kyushu. These farmers carefully nurture their cattle...
Steamed Eel in a Bamboo Steamer
The signature delights of Yanagawa are its serene riverside scenery and the local specialty, steamed eel in a bamboo steamer. In Fukuoka, the phrase "eel mea...
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