Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Tottori region.
Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Tottori region.
When visiting the Tottori region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.
Table of Contents
Tochi Mochi
Matsuba Crab from Tottori
Mosa Shrimp
Azuki Zoni
Jabu
Tofu Chikuwa
Hatahata Sushi
Rock Oysters
Sakyu Nagaimo
Tottori Crab Sushi
Tochi Mochi
A rustic mochi with a unique bittersweet taste
Tochi Mochi (栃餅, tochi mochi) is made from tochi nuts, which are known for their strong astringency and intense bitterness when eaten raw. The raw nuts are so potent that they can even cause a ti...
Matsuba Crab from Tottori
The king of winter flavors in Tottori: premium Matsuba crab
Matsuba crab (松葉がに, Matsuba gani) refers to the mature male snow crab, renowned as a winter specialty of Tottori for its plump, succulent meat and delicate, refined flavor. The crabbing seas...
Mosa Shrimp
A rare delicacy exclusive to the local area
Mosa Shrimp (モサエビ, Mosa Ebi) is the local name for deepwater shrimp known as Kurozakoebi in Tottori Prefecture. These shrimp are caught using offshore bottom trawl nets between September and Ma...
Azuki Zoni
A sacred dish that energizes the human spirit
New Year’s zoni (雑煮, zōni), a traditional soup dish, varies greatly across Japan, reflecting the unique flavors of each region. In Tottori Prefecture, the most common style is Azuki Zoni (小豆雑...
Jabu
A heartwarming hot pot from Tottori, blending seasonal vegetables and chicken
Jabu (じゃぶ, Jabu) is a beloved traditional dish from Tottori Prefecture. This hearty hot pot is packed with chicken, tofu, and an array of seasonal vegetables, making it a comforting meal perfect...
Tofu Chikuwa
Tofu-based "Chikuwa" as a substitute for fish
Tofu Chikuwa (とうふちくわ, Tofu chikuwa) is a unique local delicacy found mainly in the central and eastern regions of Tottori Prefecture. Unlike traditional chikuwa made from fish, Tofu Chikuwa i...
Hatahata Sushi
A spring festival delicacy from the Karo District of Tottori City
Hatahata Sushi (ハタハタ寿司) is a special dish made when the hatahata fish, also known as sandfish, becomes abundant and its skin becomes thinner in spring. In Tottori City's Karo District, a famo...
Rock Oysters
Known as the "milk of the sea," the ultimate summer delicacy
Rock oysters (岩牡蠣, Iwagaki) from Tottori are known for their impressive size, with some reaching up to 20 cm in length and weighing as much as 1 kg. These natural treasures are harvested through...
Sakyu Nagaimo
The miraculous yam nurtured by the Tottori Sand Dunes: "Sakyu Nagaimo"
Sakyu Nagaimo (砂丘ながいも, Sakyu nagaimo) is a signature specialty of Tottori Prefecture, grown in the sandy soil of the central Tottori Sand Dunes. Known for its crisp texture and perfectly stra...
Tottori Crab Sushi
Vividly colorful, a winter treasure of Tottori
Tottori Crab Sushi (鳥取かにずし, Tottori kani-zushi) is a local delicacy from Tottori Prefecture made with an abundance of snow crab (Matsuba crab), a prized regional specialty. This luxurious dis...
