Japanese Cuisine - Tenpura

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Tempura Cooking Class in Tokyo

Tempura is a typical Japanese fried food dish made by coating food in batter and deep frying it in oil. Learn how to make Edo-style tempura in Tokyo!

Ehime
Jakoten
Ehime Tenpura

Jakoten

Jakoten (じゃこ天, Jakoten) is a traditional dish from the Nanyo region of Ehime Prefecture, made by grinding small fish caught along the Ehime coast, including their skins and ...

Hiroshima
Fried Oysters
Hiroshima Tenpura

Fried Oysters

When it comes to oyster dishes, Fried Oysters (かきフライ, kaki furai) are undoubtedly a top favorite. The crispy coating gives way to a flavorful burst of oyster juices with ev...

Hyogo
Kakogawa Katsumeshi
Hyogo Tenpura

Kakogawa Katsumeshi

Kakogawa Katsumeshi (加古川かつめし, Kakogawa katsumeshi) is a cherished local specialty enjoyed primarily in Kakogawa City, Hyogo Prefecture. This dish traces its roots back to...

Aichi
Chicken Wings
Aichi Tenpura

Chicken Wings

When it comes to Nagoya cuisine, Chicken Wings (手羽先, Tebasaki) are a standout favorite. These are deep-fried chicken wings coated with a savory sauce and topped with salt, pe...

Tochigi
Fried Potato Skewers
Tochigi Tenpura

Fried Potato Skewers

Fried Potato Skewers (いもフライ, Imo Furai) originated after World War II when they were first sold from carts by vendors to local women working in Sano City’s silk weaving ind...

Saitama
Miso Potatoes
Saitama Tenpura

Miso Potatoes

Miso Potatoes (みそポテト, Miso Potato) was crowned the champion at the 5th Saitama B-Class Local Gourmet Grand Prix in 2009. Originally created as a snack, this dish features b...

Saitama
Gyoda Fry
Saitama Tenpura

Gyoda Fry

Gyoda Fry (行田フライ, Gyoda furai) is a beloved regional dish originating from Gyoda City in Saitama Prefecture. Despite its name, it’s not a fried dish but rather a savory pan...

Toyama
Shiroebi Tempura
Toyama Tenpura

Shiroebi Tempura

Shiroebi tempura is a longstanding local favorite, and fresh white shrimp are also sold. Freshly caught white shrimp have translucent bodies with a faint pink tint. As they shim...

Niigata
Imomochi
Niigata Tenpura

Imomochi

A traditional dish from Sado, made as a substitute for rice when rice was unavailable. It is still a popular sweet snack and is sold at local supermarkets. Steamed sweet potatoe...

Nagano
Sanzoku-yaki
Nagano Tenpura

Sanzoku-yaki

Sanzoku-yaki is a beloved local dish from central Nagano, particularly Shiojiri and Matsumoto. Chicken thighs are marinated in a garlic-rich sauce, coated in potato starch, and ...

Nagano
Koshiabura
Nagano Tenpura

Koshiabura

The new shoots that emerge in early spring have a distinctive aroma and are eaten as a mountain vegetable. Koshiabura is highly nutritious and is enjoyed in Nagano Prefecture in...

Miyagi
Abura-fu
Miyagi Tenpura

Abura-fu

Abura-fu, also called Sendai-fu, is wheat gluten that is shaped into a log and deep-fried in cooking oil. As it puffs up during frying, cuts are made along its length with a cut...

Iwate
Kitakami Croquette
Iwate Tenpura

Kitakami Croquette

Kitakami Croquette is a local specialty beloved in Kitakami, Iwate Prefecture. Its defining feature is the generous use of locally grown ingredients. The star is Futago taro, kn...

Hokkaido
Zangi
Hokkaido Tenpura

Zangi

Zangi is a Hokkaido favorite: chicken marinated in a sauce of ginger, soy sauce, and garlic, then deep-fried. Compared with karaage, it is more boldly seasoned and pairs especia...