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Kaku-zushi
Kaku-zushi (角ずし, kaku-zushi) is a traditional local dish from Ōda City in Shimane Prefecture, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. It is made using a small w...
Ama Hut Experience
The Ise-Shima region is home to approximately 1,300 Ama divers who practice traditional free-diving fishing. Ama fishing involves diving into the ocean without breathing equipme...
Pork Tea Motsu Karaage
Pork Tea Motsu Karaage (豚茶モツから揚げ) is a frozen karaage (Japanese fried food) product developed by Marumatsu Foods. Made from premium domestic pork offal, it is boiled ...
Sakura Shrimp
Sakura Shrimp (桜えび, Sakura ebi) is a rare and precious seafood harvested only in Suruga Bay, Japan, and Taiwan. With its translucent, glossy cherry blossom-pink color, it is ...
Hoba Miso
In the Hida region, dried magnolia leaves that fall in autumn have long been collected and used as cooking tools. The magnolia tree is a large deciduous tree with broad leave...
Mikan Nabe (Citrus Hot Pot)
Mikan Nabe (みかん鍋, Mikan Hot Pot) is a unique local dish combining the fresh seafood and the famous mandarin oranges (mikan) of Suo-Oshima, an island that produces 80% of Yam...
Shino Udon
Shino Udon (しのうどん) is said to be the type of udon eaten by the famous Zen monk Ryokan during his training at Entsuji Temple in the late Edo period. It is also known as "cel...
Iwata Omoro Curry
In the Enshu region, pork trotters have long been known as "Omoro". The origin of the term is uncertain, but it’s believed to derive from the Ryukyuan word "Omoro". Tradition...
Fujieda Morning Ramen
“Morning Ramen” is a unique food culture born in Fujieda, Shizuoka. Known as one of the leading tea-producing regions in Japan, Fujieda has a long history of people starting the...
Oishiyaki
Oishiyaki (大石焼, Oishiyaki) is a traditional senbei rice cracker made by kneading ingredients with hot spring water and baking it to a firm texture. Its simple, rustic flavor ...
Henba Mochi
Henba Mochi (へんば餅) is a rice cake delicacy crafted and sold by the long-established Japanese confectionery store Henbaya Shoten in Ise City, Mie Prefecture. These round, ...
Taiko Shusse Mochi
Taiko Shusse Mochi (太閤出世餅) is a classic Japanese sweet featuring smooth, subtly sweet red bean paste carefully wrapped in freshly pounded mochi and gently hand-toasted for ...
Sawa Mochi
Sawa Mochi (さわ餅, Sawa mochi) is a specialty confection from the Ise-Shima region in Mie Prefecture. This simple yet delightful treat is made by cutting thinly rolled mochi...
Kamiyo Mochi
Kamiyo Mochi (神代餅, Kamiyo mochi) is a delightful bite-sized mochi made with natural yomogi (Japanese mugwort) and filled with mildly sweet chunky red bean paste. The refre...
Ise Lobster
Ise Lobster (伊勢えび, Ise ebi) is found abundantly along the Pacific coast south of Chiba Prefecture, with significant catches centered around the Shima Peninsula in Mie Prefec...
Matsusaka Grilled Chicken
When it comes to Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture, the world-famous Matsusaka beef naturally comes to mind. However, “Matsusaka Grilled Chicken” (松阪鶏焼き肉, Matsusaka toriyak...
Mishima Croquette
Mishima Croquette (三島コロッケ, Mishima korokke) is made using Mishima potatoes (a special variety of May Queen potatoes) cultivated on the western slopes of Hakone. These c...
Abekawa Mochi
Abekawa Mochi (安倍川餅, Abekawa mochi) is a traditional delicacy from the Chubu region, particularly around Shizuoka City. It features freshly pounded rice cakes coated in swee...
Tamago Fuwafuwa
“Tamago Fuwafuwa” (たまごふわふわ) is a dish mentioned in the Edo-period document “Sendai Shimomuki Nikki.” It was traditionally served as a breakfast dish for travelers staying...
Black Hanpen
Black Hanpen (黒はんぺん, Kuro Hanpen) is a unique type of fishcake made by boiling a blend of finely minced fish such as mackerel, horse mackerel, and sardine. It has a distinc...
Mikuriya Soba
Mikuriya Soba (みくりやそば, 御厨そば) is a traditional dish from the Mikuriya region in Gotemba City. This area has a history of cultivating buckwheat and wheat, which led f...
Ayu Sweets
Ayu Sweets (鮎菓子, Ayu gashi) are a beloved specialty of Gifu Prefecture, shaped like the ayu fish that swims in the crystal-clear waters of the Nagara River. These treats feat...
Chestnut Kinton
Chestnut Kinton (栗きんとん, Kuri kinton) is a traditional sweet closely tied to the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture. Made by gently simmering chestnuts with a touch of sugar and...
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