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

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

Table of Contents

Miso Oden
Ogura Toast
Tenmusu
Taiwan Ramen
Miso Katsu
Akakara Hot Pot
Chicken Wings
Kishimen
Ankake Spaghetti
Dote-ni Stew

No.1

Miso Oden

Perfect with beer! Nagoya’s famous Miso Oden

In Nagoya, when people say "oden," they’re often referring to "Miso Oden." Unlike the soy sauce-based version—known locally as "Kanto-ni"—this dish features ingredients like konjac, eggs, and fish ...

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No.2

Ogura Toast

A beloved Nagoya specialty – Ogura Toast!

Ogura Toast (小倉トースト, Ogura toast) is one of Nagoya’s iconic dishes, representing its unique café culture and famous breakfast tradition. This must-try delicacy for visitors features toasted b...

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No.3

Tenmusu

A Nagoya specialty! Bite-sized rice balls with plump shrimp tempura

Tenmusu (天むす, tenmusu) is a unique type of rice ball filled with shrimp tempura, and it's a beloved dish from Nagoya’s local cuisine. The shrimp tempura, which is also used to make shrimp cracke...

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No.4

Taiwan Ramen

A spicy delight that hooks you—Taiwan Ramen, a Nagoya specialty

Taiwan Ramen (台湾ラーメン, Taiwan ramen) is a dish so closely associated with Nagoya cuisine that it has become one of its staples. This flavorful noodle soup features stir-fried minced pork, g...

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No.5

Miso Katsu

A crispy pork cutlet topped with a sweet and savory red miso sauce—a Nagoya favorite!

Miso Katsu (味噌カツ, Miso katsu) is so beloved in Nagoya that almost no tonkatsu restaurant is without it. This dish features freshly fried pork cutlets generously topped with a flavorful miso-bas...

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No.6

Akakara Hot Pot

Originating from Nagoya! A rich, savory miso and spicy delight loved by many

Akakara Hot Pot (赤から鍋, Akakara nabe) is a beloved specialty from Nagoya. It features a flavorful broth made with a unique blend of red miso and chili peppers, paired with plenty of hearty ingre...

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No.7

Chicken Wings

Crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside — simply delicious!

When it comes to Nagoya cuisine, Chicken Wings (手羽先, Tebasaki) are a standout favorite. These are deep-fried chicken wings coated with a savory sauce and topped with salt, pepper, and sesame see...

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No.8

Kishimen

Known for its smooth texture and slippery, pleasant finish

Kishimen (きしめん, Kishimen) is made from wheat flour mixed with salt and water, then kneaded into dough. Its signature characteristics are its wide, flat, and thin noodles. The noodles have a sil...

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No.9

Ankake Spaghetti

A spicy and flavorful soul food from Nagoya

Ankake Spaghetti (あんかけスパ, Ankake Supa) is a unique dish that originated in Nagoya City. Unlike Italian pasta, where freshly boiled spaghetti is tossed with sauce, this dish uses thick, pre-bo...

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No.10

Dote-ni Stew

Aichi’s Specialty! A Rich and Delicious Miso-simmered Dish

Dote-ni Stew (どて煮, dote-ni) is a beloved local specialty from Nagoya, featuring a rich red miso base made with ingredients such as Hatcho Miso, a signature Nagoya seasoning. This hearty dish ...

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