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Nama-fu (Raw Wheat Gluten)
Nama-fu (生麩, raw wheat gluten) is a traditional Japanese food made by kneading wheat flour with water to extract gluten, which is then mixed with rice flour and steamed. While...
Manganji Peppers (Manganji Sweet Peppers)
Manganji Peppers (万願寺とうがらし, Manganji tōgarashi) originated from the Manganji district in the outskirts of Maizuru, located in northern Kyoto Prefecture. Though part o...
Kyo no Obanzai
Kyo no Obanzai (京のおばんざい, Kyoto-style home-cooked dishes) refers to traditional dishes prepared in ordinary households in Kyoto for generations. These meals often featu...
Himeji Oden
Himeji Oden (姫路おでん, Himeji oden) is a unique way of enjoying oden, a popular Japanese simmered dish, with ginger soy sauce. There are two main ways to relish Himeji Oden...
Awajishima Burger
Awajishima Burger (淡路島バーガー) is a special title reserved for burgers made exclusively on Awaji Island, born from the desire to share the island’s culinary treasures. Th...
Gohei Mochi
Gohei Mochi (五平もち, Gohei mochi) is a cherished traditional dish originating from the mountainous areas of Gifu and Nagano Prefectures. Made from slightly pounded non-glut...
Kakamigahara Kimchi
Kakamigahara Kimchi (各務原キムチ, Kakamigahara kimchi) is a specialty dish of Kakamigahara City, notable for its blend of local ingredients like Kakamigahara’s signature carrot...
Pickled Vegetable Steak
Pickled Vegetable Steak (漬物ステーキ, Tsukemono steak) is a traditional dish from the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture. While pickles are typically eaten as-is, in Hida Takayama,...
Tsuke Napolitan
Tsuke Napolitan (つけナポリタン, Tsuke Napolitan) is a beloved local delicacy from Fuji City in Shizuoka Prefecture. This unique dish features a tomato-based soup served sepa...
Shizuoka Oden
One of the most unique features of Shizuoka Oden (静岡おでん, Shizuoka oden) is its jet-black broth and skewered ingredients. The distinct dark color of the broth comes from ...
Hamamatsu Gyoza
Hamamatsu Gyoza (浜松餃子, Hamamatsu gyoza) reflects the region's strong production of cabbage, onions, and pork, which are the key ingredients in its filling. The dumplings are...
Ogura Toast
Ogura Toast (小倉トースト, Ogura toast) is one of Nagoya’s iconic dishes, representing its unique café culture and famous breakfast tradition. This must-try delicacy for visitor...
Takasaki Pasta
Takasaki Pasta (高崎パスタ, Takasaki pasuta) comes from Gunma Prefecture, a region blessed with long hours of sunlight even in winter and well-draining soil, making it ideal for...
Yaki Manju
Yaki Manju (焼きまんじゅう, Yaki Manju) is a beloved traditional sweet from Gunma Prefecture. Made from simple fermented and steamed wheat flour buns, this treat is skewered on ...
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