Mitarashi Dango
Gifu's iconic sweet treat - Mitarashi Dango
About Mitarashi Dango
Mitarashi Dango (みたらし団子) is a beloved snack enjoyed throughout Gifu Prefecture. These skewered rice dumplings are coated in a sweet soy sauce glaze made with sugar and soy sauce, creating a perfect harmony of flavors.
The tender dumplings drenched in this delicious glaze have captured the hearts of both children and adults alike. In the Hida region, a soy-based glaze is traditionally used, offering a fragrant, slightly caramelized aroma that enhances its appeal. This local specialty is a favorite among tourists, attracting many with its unique and captivating flavor.
Related videos
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.
Regional cuisine of Gifu region
Japanese Cuisine - Local cuisine
Kind of food
Recommended
-
![Kamaishi Ramen]()
Kamaishi Ramen
Iwate / >Ramen -
![Meiji Gobo Burger]()
Meiji Gobo Burger
Okayama / >Local cuisine -
![Stone-Grilled Cuisine]()
Stone-Grilled Cuisine
Nagasaki / >Local cuisine -
![Suzume Sushi]()
Suzume Sushi
Wakayama / >Sushi -
![Karukan]()
Karukan
Kagoshima / >Local cuisine -
![Kajiki Manju]()
Kajiki Manju
Kagoshima / >Local cuisine -
![Iya Soba (Soba Kiri)]()
Iya Soba (Soba Kiri)
Tokushima / >Soba & Udon -
![Oda Tofu]()
Oda Tofu
Fukui / >Local cuisine
