Nameko Rice Bowl
A must-try Chiba specialty when visiting the Boso Peninsula!

About Nameko Rice Bowl

Nameko Rice Bowl (なめろう丼, Namerou-don) may have a peculiar name, but one popular theory suggests it comes from how irresistibly good it is—so much so that people would "lick" every last bite off the plate.

This traditional dish is made fresh aboard fishing boats by filleting freshly caught fish like horse mackerel, Pacific saury, mackerel, sardines, or flying fish. The fillets are seasoned with miso, Japanese sake, and aromatic ingredients like green onions, shiso leaves, ginger, and myoga (Japanese ginger), then minced finely with a knife until the flavors blend perfectly.

I still fondly remember how amazed I was as a child when I first saw Nameko showcased in a period drama. Later, as an adult, I had the chance to try it during a drive to the Boso Peninsula, and it was nothing short of a revelation. This dish pairs wonderfully with a bowl of warm, steamed rice.

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