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Hachioji Ramen

Hachioji Ramen

Hachioji Ramen (八王子ラーメン, Hachioji rāmen) is a beloved local specialty of Hachioji City in Tokyo, celebrated for its simple yet unique charm. This dish features a clear...

Hyogo
Kobe Croquette

Kobe Croquette

Kobe Croquette (神戸コロッケ, Kobe Korokke) is the delicately crafted croquette that originated in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Made with premium potatoes and carefully selected...

Hyogo
Jabu

Jabu

Jabu (じゃぶ) is a comforting local dish from Shinonsen Town in Mikata District, Hyogo Prefecture. This homestyle stew features chicken, tofu, shirataki noodles, burdock root, o...

Nara
Nara Zuke

Nara Zuke

Nara Zuke (奈良漬, Nara zuke) is a traditional fermented delicacy that originated in Japan’s ancient capital, Nara. Developed during the Heijō-kyō period as a preserved food, th...

Saitama
Jumangoku Manju

Jumangoku Manju

Jumangoku Manju (十万石まんじゅう, Jumangoku manju) is the signature confectionery of Fukusaya, a Japanese sweets shop established in 1952 in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture. Its...

Fukushima
Anko Hot Pot

Anko Hot Pot

Anko Hot Pot (あんこう鍋, Ankō nabe) is a signature winter dish from Fukushima Prefecture, made with the various parts of anglerfish, a deep-sea delicacy. Known as a prized seaf...

Yamagata
Hiyajiru

Hiyajiru

Hiyajiru (冷や汁, Hiyajiru) is a traditional dish from Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture, consisting of chilled dashi broth paired with seasonal vegetables. Its origin dates ...

Yamagata
Deep-Fried Eggplant and Grated Daikon Soba

Deep-Fried Eggplant and Grated Daikon Soba

Yamagata Prefecture is celebrated as one of Japan’s foremost soba regions, boasting a rich and diverse soba culture deeply rooted in its local traditions. Among its many offerin...

Mie
Anori Fugu

Anori Fugu

Anori Fugu (あのりふぐ, Anori fugu) is a premium ingredient that represents the town of Ago in Shima City, Mie Prefecture. This natural tiger pufferfish is raised in the rich wa...

Yamagata
Benkei Rice

Benkei Rice

Benkei Rice (弁慶飯, Benkei meshi) is a flavorful mixed rice dish and a cherished traditional food from Yamagata Prefecture. Its bold and hearty taste is said to be inspired by ...

Yamagata
Natto Mochi

Natto Mochi

Natto Mochi (納豆餅, Natto mochi) is a beloved traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture, commonly enjoyed as a winter favorite. Often prepared at home during New Year celebrati...

Mie
Kakimeshi (Oyster Rice)

Kakimeshi (Oyster Rice)

Kakimeshi (牡蠣飯, Oyster Rice) is a traditional dish from Mie Prefecture that blends fresh oysters from Ise Bay with locally grown rice, creating an irresistible harmony of fla...

Shizuoka
Susono Water Dumplings

Susono Water Dumplings

Susono Water Dumplings (すその水ギョーザ, Susono suigyouza) are a unique local specialty from Susono City in Shizuoka Prefecture. These healthy dumplings feature a distinctive g...

Yamagata
Pork and Miso Flavored Imoni

Pork and Miso Flavored Imoni

Pork and Miso Flavored Imoni (豚肉と味噌味の芋煮, Butaniku to Miso Aji no Imoni) is a comforting hot pot dish from the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, made by simmering ta...

Yamagata
Trout with Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze

Trout with Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze

"Trout with Sweet Soy Sauce Glaze (鱒のあんかけ, Masu no Ankake)" is a traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture, cherished in the Shonai region as a herald of spring. It featur...

Yamagata
Kaimochi

Kaimochi

Kaimochi (かいもち, Kaimochi) is a beloved traditional dish from Yamagata Prefecture that highlights the natural, hearty flavor of buckwheat flour. Made by kneading buckwheat fl...

Yamagata
Mogami River Oshin Bento

Mogami River Oshin Bento

The Mogami River Oshin Bento (最上川おしん弁当) is a special bento meal served during the scenic boat rides along the Mogami River in Yamagata Prefecture. Packed with locally so...

Shizuoka
Fukutaro

Fukutaro

Located in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Mishima Taisha is a historic Shinto shrine that has been revered since ancient times as the head shrine of the Izu Province. The en...

Mie
Iwato Mochi

Iwato Mochi

Iwato Mochi (岩戸餅, Iwato mochi) is a traditional Japanese sweet from Ise City in Mie Prefecture, created in tribute to the "Iwato Kagura," a dance performed by the goddess Ame...

Yamagata
Imoni (Yamagata Taro Soup)

Imoni (Yamagata Taro Soup)

Imoni (芋煮, Yamagata taro soup) is a quintessential hotpot dish from Yamagata Prefecture, enjoyed mainly during the autumn and winter seasons. This hearty dish features key ing...

Okinawa
Sukugarasu Tofu

Sukugarasu Tofu

Sukugarasu Tofu (スクガラス豆腐, Sukugarasu tōfu) is a beloved traditional dish from Okinawa, enjoyed in izakayas and homes alike. Despite its simplicity, it offers a deeply sat...

Yamaguchi
Chicken-Chicken Gobo

Chicken-Chicken Gobo

Chicken-Chicken Gobo (チキンチキンごぼう) is a beloved local dish from Yamaguchi Prefecture that originated in school lunches and has since become a popular favorite both within...

Yamaguchi
Turnip Zoni

Turnip Zoni

Turnip Zoni (かぶ雑煮, Kabu Zoni) is a heartwarming traditional dish widely enjoyed in Hagi City and surrounding areas in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Especially beloved as a New Year’...

Tottori
Beef Bone Ramen

Beef Bone Ramen

Beef Bone Ramen (牛骨ラーメン, Gyūkotsu Rāmen) is a rare local specialty from Tottori Prefecture, renowned for its unique broth made from beef bones. This traditional dish, cher...