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Hinona Pickles
Hinona Pickles (日野菜漬け, Hinona-zuke) have a long history dating back to the Muromachi period, when Sadahide Gamo, the lord of Otowa Castle, discovered the Hinona vegetable d...
Hashirii Mochi
Oiwake, once a bustling gateway to Kyoto on the Tokaido road, was filled with travelers and lined with charming tea houses. Hashirii Mochi (走り井餅, Hashirii mochi) originat...
Boze no Sugata Zushi
Boze no Sugata Zushi (ボウゼの姿寿司) is a specialty sushi from Tokushima Prefecture. The "boze" refers to a butterfish, known in Tokushima dialect as "ibo-dai." This white-fles...
Bamboo Chikuwa
One of the beloved soul foods of Tokushima Prefecture is "Bamboo Chikuwa" (竹ちくわ, Take chikuwa). What sets it apart from regular chikuwa? It’s sold with the bamboo still i...
Awa Wasanbon Sugar
Awa Wasanbon Sugar (阿波和三盆糖, Awa wasanbon tō) is a rare, traditional Japanese sugar made from a native sugarcane variety called "Taketo" (also known as Hosogoma), which is ...
Naruto Sea Bream
The Japanese sea bream, often referred to as the "King of Fish," reaches its pinnacle of quality in the swift currents of the Naruto Strait. Famous for its whirlpools that att...
Fish Katsu
Fish Katsu (フィッシュカツ) is a specialty dish from Tokushima made by mixing minced white fish, such as cutlassfish or lizardfish, with curry powder, chili pepper, and seasonin...
Wagashi (Traditional Japanese Sweets)
Kanazawa, a historic castle town, is celebrated as one of Japan’s top three regions for wagashi (和菓子, traditional Japanese sweets). Strolling through the city, you’ll encount...
Wajima Fugu
Wajima City in Ishikawa Prefecture is home to Wajima Port, one of the region's leading fishing ports that brings in a rich bounty of seafood from the Sea of Japan throughout the...
Hodatsushimizu Omurice
Hodatsushimizu Omurice (宝達志水オムライス) is a new local specialty inspired by the birthplace of Shigeo Kitahashi, a French cuisine chef and the founder of "Hokkyokusei," an i...
Tochi Mochi
Tochi Mochi (栃もち, Tochi mochi) is a traditional delicacy from the Hakusan foothills, distinguished by its slightly brownish color and tiny dark specks. Historically, it origi...
Komatsu Udon
Komatsu Udon (小松うどん, Komatsu udon) is a local specialty from Komatsu with a legacy spanning over 300 years. It is known that the famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho enjoyed this...
Goshiki Manju
Goshiki Manju (五色饅頭, Goshiki manju) is a beloved specialty of Kanazawa and consists of five types of traditional Japanese confections bundled together. Its origin dates b...
Kamo Nabe (Duck Hot Pot)
Kamo Nabe (鴨鍋, Duck Hot Pot) is a traditional dish that showcases the exceptional taste of wild duck, a specialty of Ishikawa Prefecture, which has long been one of Japan’s ma...
Kobako Crab
Kobako Crab (香箱ガニ, kobako gani) refers to female snow crabs harvested in Ishikawa Prefecture. These crabs are about half the size of the male snow crab, known locally as Kan...
Shio Yakisoba
Shio Yakisoba (塩焼きそば, Shio yakisoba) was created around 60 years ago by the owner of a Chinese restaurant who, inspired by Chinese stir-fried noodles known as "chow mein," ...
Noto Kanburi (Winter Yellowtail)
Noto Kanburi (のと寒ぶり, Winter Yellowtail) is a prized catch from Ishikawa Prefecture's winter season. This migratory fish begins its journey northward around June to spend th...
Kabura-zushi
Kabura-zushi (かぶらずし, Kabura zushi) is a traditional fermented delicacy from Ishikawa Prefecture made by sandwiching salted turnips with salted yellowtail, then fermenting t...
Mikka no Dango-jiru Soup
In Toyama Prefecture, known for its rice production, mochi dishes and sweets are deeply intertwined with ceremonies and major life milestones. "Mikka no Dango-jiru Soup" (三...
Sashimi of Spanish Mackerel (Sawara)
In southern Okayama Prefecture, sashimi usually means Spanish mackerel sashimi, or "sawara." It’s a highly regarded specialty of the area. Sawara caught in spring is particularl...
Sushi Donburi
Sushi Donburi (すし丼, Sushi donburi) features fresh seafood sourced from the Seto Inland Sea, offering a premium experience distinct from the typical "seafood rice bowls" serve...
