Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Fukushima region.
Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Fukushima region.
When visiting the Fukushima region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.
Table of Contents
Kitakata Ramen
Dengaku
Anko Hot Pot
Sauce Katsudon
Dobujiru
Shimi-dofu
Aizu Soba
Awamanju
Ika Ninjin
Shirakawa Ramen
Kitakata Ramen
A regional ramen from Kitakata, Fukushima
As its name suggests, Kitakata Ramen is a regional ramen from Kitakata, Fukushima. It is often considered one of Japan’s three great ramen styles, alongside Sapporo and Hakata ramen. Its light soy-...
Dengaku
A taste of Fukushima’s local food and performing arts heritage.
Dengaku is tofu skewered on bamboo, coated with miso or other toppings, and grilled over a fire. Aizu miso dengaku is known for its sauce, made by blending red miso with sugar and various seasoning...
Anko Hot Pot
A rich and flavorful winter delight from Fukushima — warming both body and soul
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 seafood, anglerfish is o...
Sauce Katsudon
Crispy pork cutlet soaked in sweet-savory sauce—a comforting local favorite from Aizu, Fukushima.
Sauce katsudon, a specialty of Fukushima Prefecture’s Aizu region, is made with a thick-cut pork cutlet dipped in a sweet-savory house sauce and served over rice with shredded cabbage. It is said t...
Dobujiru
A rich, wintertime monkfish hot pot from Fukushima’s Hamadori region
Dobujiru, a winter specialty rooted in Fukushima Prefecture’s Hamadori region, is a local dish with a robust yet delicate flavor, said to have originated in the area’s fishing ports. It is traditio...
Shimi-dofu
Enjoy Shimi-dofu’s springy texture, a beauty-friendly treat.
Shimi-dofu is a nutritious food rich in protein, calcium, iron, vitamin E, and lecithin. It keeps for a long time and can be used in a variety of dishes throughout the year. Freezing and then thawi...
Aizu Soba
Aizu soba is delicious in so many ways—how will you enjoy it?
Aizu soba is made with buckwheat flour from a variety called “Aizu no Kaori” and is known for its firm texture and fragrant aroma. Buckwheat cultivation is also widespread in Aizu, where the cool c...
Awamanju
A traditional Yanaizu treat made with a wish to avoid misfortune
Awamanju, beloved in Yanaizu in Fukushima’s Aizu region, is a traditional Japanese sweet known for its vivid yellow color and distinctive texture. Its story dates to 1818, when a great fire struck ...
Ika Ninjin
Finely sliced dried squid and carrots make a delicious pairing—also great as a snack with drinks.
Ika Ninjin is a regional dish from northern Nakadōri in Fukushima Prefecture. This traditional New Year’s staple is a simple soy-marinated dish of finely sliced carrots infused with the savory flav...
Shirakawa Ramen
A traditional taste crafted with handmade noodles and clear soy-based soup
Shirakawa Ramen (白河ラーメン, Shirakawa ramen) originated in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, and is a beloved local ramen characterized by its expertly handmade curly noodles and rich soy-ba...
