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

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

Table of Contents

Hamamatsu Gyoza
Hitsumabushi
Grilled Rainbow Trout with Salt
Fujinomiya Yakisoba
Shizuoka Oden
Unaju (Grilled Eel Rice Box)
Japanese Spider Crab
Simmered Kinmedai (Golden Eye Snapper)
Tsuke Napolitan
Mikuriya soba

No.1

Hamamatsu Gyoza

When it comes to Hamamatsu’s local cuisine, it has to be "Hamamatsu Gyoza"

Hamamatsu Gyoza (浜松餃子, Hamamatsu gyoza) reflects the region's strong production of cabbage, onions, and pork, which are the key ingredients in its filling. The dumplings are known for their ref...

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No.2

Hitsumabushi

A bowl of irresistible grilled eel topped with rich, savory sauce.

Hitsumabushi (ひつまぶし) is a delicious dish featuring fragrant grilled eel beautifully arranged over a bed of hot steamed rice in a wooden serving container called "ohitsu." The eel, prepared kab...

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No.3

Grilled Rainbow Trout with Salt

A gourmet indulgence fresh from the streams of Mount Fuji – Grilled Rainbow Trout

Did you know that Fujinomiya City in Shizuoka Prefecture is Japan's largest producer of rainbow trout? Raised in the pristine spring waters flowing from Mount Fuji, these trout boast exceptional fr...

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No.4

Fujinomiya Yakisoba

A miraculous yakisoba born from recreating rice vermicelli!

When it comes to yakisoba from Shizuoka, Fujinomiya Yakisoba (富士宮やきそば, Fujinomiya yakisoba) stands out as a must-try. Its firm, chewy texture surprises first-time eaters with its unique bite...

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No.5

Shizuoka Oden

What surprises await in the rich black broth? Skewered Shizuoka oden!

One of the most unique features of Shizuoka Oden (静岡おでん, Shizuoka oden) is its jet-black broth and skewered ingredients. The distinct dark color of the broth comes from the time-honored tra...

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No.6

Unaju (Grilled Eel Rice Box)

Are you Team Kanto or Team Kansai? Enjoy both styles of Unaju in Shizuoka

Shizuoka is renowned as a premier region for eel farming. Its warm climate throughout the year and abundant fresh groundwater make it the ideal environment for raising eels, with Lake Hamana at the...

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No.7

Japanese Spider Crab

The giant of the seas with long legs, dubbed a living fossil

The Japanese Spider Crab (タカアシガニ, Takaashigani) is the largest crab in the world, living at depths of 200 to 500 meters in Suruga Bay, and is a specialty of Numazu City's Heda area. With i...

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No.8

Simmered Kinmedai (Golden Eye Snapper)

Rich and tender kinmedai with a sweet and savory glaze!

Kinmedai (金目鯛, Golden Eye Snapper) is a fish that represents Izu in Shizuoka Prefecture. It boasts a refined flavor with a delicate sweetness and umami from its natural oils, along with a thick,...

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No.9

Tsuke Napolitan

A dip-style Napolitan pasta with a touch of Suruga Bay’s essence

Tsuke Napolitan (つけナポリタン, Tsuke Napolitan) is a beloved local delicacy from Fuji City in Shizuoka Prefecture. This unique dish features a tomato-based soup served separately from the nood...

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No.10

Mikuriya soba

It is served at home as a feast for guests during New Year's Eve, New Year's, and events

Mikuriya soba (Mikuriya soba) is a local dish from the Mikuriya region of Gotemba City. Since this area cultivated a lot of soba and wheat, farmers made their own soba using “yam” or “natural yam”...

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