Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Hiroshima region.
Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Hiroshima region.
When visiting the Hiroshima region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.
Table of Contents
Daizu Udon
Hiroshima Tsukemen
Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki
Kaki no Dote Nabe
Anago-meshi
Onomichi Ramen
Hiroshima Ramen
Kaki Fry
Taiko's Power Mochi
Mihara Octopus Rice
Daizu Udon
Udon generously topped with whole soybeans
Etajima City has long had little rainfall, and soybean cultivation has flourished there. Daizu Udon comes from the custom of eating handmade udon in a broth made with soybeans on occasions such as ...
Hiroshima Tsukemen
A celebrity’s comments sparked a nationwide boom!
In 1954, inspired by something he had encountered in China, Mr. Shingu opened a Chinese restaurant called Shinkaen in Hiroshima City. Its “cold noodles” were popular at the time. These noodles, ser...
Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki
A soul food of Hiroshima
Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is typically made by layering batter, cabbage and other vegetables, meat, and egg, then cooking them together. Noodles—usually Chinese-style noodles or udon—are often ad...
Kaki no Dote Nabe
A Hiroshima specialty, perfect for sharing at home
On cold days, Kaki no Dote Nabe is especially inviting. This Hiroshima specialty is made by spreading miso around the inside of a pot, then simmering fresh oysters and vegetables as you eat. The oy...
Anago-meshi
Miyajima-born grilled conger eel over rice, rich with savory flavor and aroma
Anago-meshi is a local specialty of Hiroshima said to have originated on Miyajima. It is believed to have first been sold as a station bento near Miyajimaguchi Station, the gateway to Miyajima, fol...
Onomichi Ramen
A nationally renowned regional ramen
Onomichi Ramen features a soy sauce-based broth topped with pork back fat for added richness. Its distinctive chicken broth is enhanced with a seafood stock, often made with dried sardines. The noo...
Hiroshima Ramen
A mellow flavor beloved by locals
Hiroshima Ramen features a pork-bone and soy sauce broth made by simmering pork bones, chicken carcasses, and vegetables until the stock turns cloudy. Despite its pork-bone base, it is relatively l...
Kaki Fry
Large Hiroshima oysters make for a satisfying, hearty kaki fry.
When you think of fried oysters, kaki fry is probably the first dish that comes to mind. After the crisp coating, the oysters’ rich juices fill your mouth. Oyster tempura is just as delicious. Prep...
Taiko's Power Mochi
Miyajima's oldest sweet with 400 years of history: Taiko's Power Mochi
Taiko's Power Mochi (太閤の力餅, Taiko no Chikara Mochi) is a delicacy that reflects the rich history and culture of Miyajima. The name originates from the grand construction of Senjokaku Hall, a m...
Mihara Octopus Rice
A local specialty of Mihara, "Octopus Rice"
Mihara City in Hiroshima Prefecture is known for its abundance of islands, creating the perfect environment with strong tides and rocky areas where octopuses thrive. This region is famous for produ...
