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Tochigi
Sano Ramen

Sano Ramen

Sano Ramen (佐野ラーメン, Sano ramen) is a beloved local specialty of Sano City in Tochigi Prefecture, known for its hand-rolled noodles made with a bamboo pole and its clear, s...

Tochigi
Utsunomiya Gyoza

Utsunomiya Gyoza

When you think of Utsunomiya, you think of gyoza, and when you think of gyoza, it’s Utsunomiya! There's even a statue dedicated to gyoza in front of Utsunomiya Station. Utsunomi...

Ibaraki
Monkfish Hot Pot

Monkfish Hot Pot

Monkfish Hot Pot (あんこう鍋, Ankō Nabe) is a traditional dish from Ibaraki Prefecture, best enjoyed during its peak season in the cold months from winter to early spring. It’s ...

Ibaraki
Hitachi Aki Soba

Hitachi Aki Soba

Hitachi Aki Soba (常陸秋そば, Hitachi Aki soba) is a renowned buckwheat variety from the northern region of Ibaraki Prefecture, an area historically famed as a top soba-producin...

Ibaraki
Monkfish Liver (Ankimo)

Monkfish Liver (Ankimo)

In the coastal regions of Ibaraki, monkfish dishes are a local specialty, with monkfish hot pot being particularly famous. Known for its versatility, every part of the monkfish,...

Ibaraki
Shishi Nabe (Wild Boar Hot Pot)

Shishi Nabe (Wild Boar Hot Pot)

Shishi Nabe (しし鍋, Wild Boar Hot Pot) is a cherished winter specialty of Ishioka City in Ibaraki Prefecture. This hearty dish is crafted with freshly caught wild boar meat and...

Ibaraki
Mito Natto

Mito Natto

Mito Natto (水戸納豆, Mito natto), a specialty of Mito City in Ibaraki Prefecture, is one of Japan's most iconic fermented foods. While its origins are debated, a popular legend...

Ibaraki
Stamina Ramen

Stamina Ramen

Stamina Ramen (スタミナラーメン, Stamina ramen) is a local specialty of Ibaraki, first created in the 1970s. This hearty dish features thick noodles that are chilled in cold ...

Ibaraki
Ibaraki Catfish

Ibaraki Catfish

In Ibaraki Prefecture, catfish farming thrives in the abundant waters of Lake Kasumigaura. Blessed with rich natural resources and fertile land, Ibaraki has developed a diverse ...

Ibaraki
Hoshiimo (Dried Sweet Potatoes)

Hoshiimo (Dried Sweet Potatoes)

Did you know that Ibaraki Prefecture produces the most dried sweet potatoes in Japan? In fact, about 90% of the nation’s production comes from Ibaraki. Hoshiimo (干し芋, drie...

Ibaraki
Tsukekenchin Soba

Tsukekenchin Soba

Tsukekenchin Soba (つけけんちんそば, Tsukekenchin soba) is a comforting traditional dish from Ibaraki Prefecture that pairs flavorful soba noodles with a hearty Kenchin-style ve...

Ibaraki
Ibaraki's Carp

Ibaraki's Carp

In Ibaraki Prefecture, carp dishes are abundant, ranging from sashimi and sushi to sweet simmered preparations. This culinary tradition likely stems from the culture of savoring...

Chiba
Chiba Soft Serve Ice Cream

Chiba Soft Serve Ice Cream

Did you know that the origin of soft serve ice cream traces back to China, with a history spanning 4,000 years? You might not immediately associate soft serve ice cream with Chi...

Chiba
Chiba Seafood Bowl

Chiba Seafood Bowl

Chiba Prefecture is a fantastic place where you can enjoy both the bounty of the sea and the mountains, all conveniently close to Tokyo. The Chiba Seafood Bowl (千葉 海鮮丼, Chi...

Chiba
Tai Shabu

Tai Shabu

Tai Shabu (鯛しゃぶ, Tai shabu) is made with fresh sea bream so fresh it could be served as sashimi. Compared to beef or pork shabu-shabu, it offers a much lighter and more deli...

Chiba
Takeoka-Style Ramen

Takeoka-Style Ramen

Takeoka-Style Ramen (竹岡式ラーメン, Takeoka-shiki ramen) originates from Takeoka in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture. This ramen stands out for its unique preparation method: s...

Chiba
Katsuura Tantanmen

Katsuura Tantanmen

Katsuura Tantanmen (勝浦タンタンメン, Katsuura tantanmen) is known for its spicy kick — but it’s incredibly tasty too. Originally enjoyed by fishermen and workers as a way to...

Chiba
Nameko Rice Bowl

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...

Chiba
Chiba Peanuts

Chiba Peanuts

Chiba Peanuts (千葉落花生, Chiba rakkasei) are a proud specialty of Chiba Prefecture, particularly produced in Sanmu City. The area's soil, rich in volcanic ash, was considered ...

Chiba
White Gyoza

White Gyoza

White Gyoza (ホワイト餃子, Howaito Gyoza) originated from a specialty shop in Noda City, Chiba Prefecture. The founder learned the recipe from Mr. Bai, a Chinese man he met in M...

Chiba
Sen (formerly “Tori Komachi”)

Sen (formerly “Tori Komachi”)

Sen (千, Sen), located in Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture, is a highly satisfying spot known for its wide variety and top-quality skewered grilled dishes. The highlight of their ...

Saitama
Sauce Yakisoba-style Udon

Sauce Yakisoba-style Udon

Sauce Yakisoba-style Udon (ソース焼きうどん, Sauce yaki udon) is a flavorful dish originating from Hatogaya. Born as part of a revitalization project between a local sauce manuf...

Saitama
Kumagaya Udon

Kumagaya Udon

Kumagaya Udon (熊谷うどん, Kumagaya udon) is a specialty of Kumagaya City in Saitama Prefecture, where locally grown wheat flourishes in both quantity and quality. This high-...

Saitama
Saba Sushi

Saba Sushi

Saba Sushi (さば寿司, Saba sushi) is a beloved traditional dish from Saitama Prefecture, celebrated for the delightful balance of lightly grilled mackerel’s smoky aroma and tang...