Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Kumamoto region.
Introducing the top 10 unmissable local gourmet dishes from the Kumamoto region.
When visiting the Kumamoto region, be sure to enjoy the authentic local gourmet dishes at their best.
Table of Contents
Kumamoto Ramen
Karashi Renkon
Basashi (Horse Sashimi)
Ikinari Dango
Taiping Yan
Akaushi Beef Bowl
Dago Jiru
Fried Pork Trotters
Hitomoji Guruguru
Takamori Dengaku
Kumamoto Ramen
When it comes to Kumamoto cuisine, Kumamoto Ramen is a must-try!
Kumamoto Ramen (熊本ラーメン, Kumamoto ramen) originated as an evolution of tonkotsu ramen, which was first created in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. It made its way through Tamana City and event...
Karashi Renkon
A beloved local specialty of Kumamoto
Karashi Renkon (からし蓮根, karashi renkon) is a unique dish from Kumamoto Prefecture, cherished for its crisp lotus root texture and the sharp spiciness of karashi miso that tingles the nose. It i...
Basashi (Horse Sashimi)
No trip to Kumamoto is complete without tasting the famous "Basashi"!
Basashi (馬刺し) is a beloved specialty of Kumamoto, especially popular at traditional horse meat restaurants in the vibrant Kamitori shopping area. Using fresh horse meat from their own ranch, the...
Ikinari Dango
A traditional Kumamoto sweet with a simple, nostalgic charm
Ikinari Dango (いきなり団子) is a classic sweet from Kumamoto, made by steaming dough filled with sliced sweet potato and sweet red bean paste. The slightly salted, chewy dough complements the fl...
Taiping Yan
A beloved local specialty from Kumamoto, Taiping Yan
Taiping Yan (太平燕, Taiping yan) is a Japanese adaptation of a traditional dish from Fujian Province in China. This comforting noodle dish features a flavorful chicken broth filled with an arra...
Akaushi Beef Bowl
Pure bliss in every bite: tender Akaushi beef with rice
Akaushi Beef Bowl (あか牛丼, Akaushi Gyūdon) features Akaushi beef, a celebrated specialty from Kumamoto's Aso region. Raised on ample exercise and high-quality grass, Akaushi beef is lean yet marb...
Dago Jiru
Nutritious, filling, and easy to prepare
Dago Jiru (だご汁, Dago jiru) is a hearty soup dish originating from Kumamoto Prefecture. The term "dago" means "dumpling" in the Kumamoto dialect. This comforting soup is made by kneading wheat...
Fried Pork Trotters
Crispy and crunchy outside, melt-in-your-mouth tender inside
Fried Pork Trotters (揚げ豚足, Age Buta Ashi) are carefully prepared and then deep-fried to golden perfection before being served with a refreshing dipping sauce of soy sauce and vinegar. Crispy on...
Hitomoji Guruguru
The rich aroma, sweetness, and spiciness of "Hitomoji"
Hitomoji Guruguru (一文字ぐるぐる, Hitomoji guruguru) is a unique dish from Kumamoto Prefecture, featuring a local variety of green onions. While commonly referred to as "wakegi" in other parts of ...
Takamori Dengaku
A dish created to enjoy Tsuru-no-Ko potatoes, found only in Takamori, in the most delicious and long-lasting way
Dengaku (高森田楽, Takamori Dengaku) is a traditional Japanese dish with a history spanning 700 to 800 years, rooted in the culture of Takamori. What makes it unique is the special dengaku miso,...
