Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Chiba region.

Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Chiba region.
When visiting the Chiba region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.

Table of Contents

White Gyoza
Narita's Unagi Cuisine
Katsuura Tantanmen
Futomaki Sushi
Nameko Rice Bowl
Sanga Yaki
Chiba Seafood Bowl
Takeoka-Style Ramen
Tai Shabu
Chiba Peanuts

No.1

White Gyoza

Locally known as "Hwa-Gyo," the soul food of Noda City, Chiba

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 Manchuria, and this u...

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No.2

Narita's Unagi Cuisine

When you think of Narita, you think of unagi. Savor the exquisite taste of eel!

Narita's Omotesando Street, near the historic Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, is a rare "eel town" with a high concentration of unagi specialty restaurants. Many of these establishments are long-sta...

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No.3

Katsuura Tantanmen

A beloved classic: 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 warm up after cold ...

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No.4

Futomaki Sushi

Enjoy the vibrant cross-sectional design of each slice

Futomaki Sushi (太巻ずし, Futomaki sushi) is a traditional type of sushi that has been passed down in farming communities and households in Japan. Its history dates back to the late 18th century du...

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No.5

Nameko Rice Bowl

A must-try Chiba specialty when visiting the Boso Peninsula!

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" every last bite of...

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No.6

Sanga Yaki

Perfectly soft and fluffy grilled delight

Sanga Yaki (さんが焼き, Sanga yaki) is a traditional dish from the Boso Peninsula area, where fish like horse mackerel, sardines, and Pacific saury have been abundantly caught for generations. F...

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No.7

Chiba Seafood Bowl

Beautifully presented and delightfully luxurious! Enjoy Chiba’s specialty 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, Chiba kaisendon) is a m...

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No.8

Takeoka-Style Ramen

Richly colored soup with bold flavor – Takeoka 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: soy sauce base mixed ...

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No.9

Tai Shabu

A refined take on shabu-shabu, even more elegant than meat varieties.

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 delicate flavor, making ...

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No.10

Chiba Peanuts

A healthy snack rich in zinc! Chiba's famous specialty: 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 unsuitable for other...

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