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No.1

Okinawa Tenpura

Fried Gurukun

Fried Gurukun (グルクンの唐揚げ, Gurukun no Karaage) is a beloved traditional dish of Okinawa, made using Gurukun, the prefectural fish of Okinawa, also known as "Takasago" in J...

No.2

Mie Meat dish

Matsusaka Grilled Chicken

When it comes to Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture, the world-famous Matsusaka beef naturally comes to mind. However, “Matsusaka Grilled Chicken” (松阪鶏焼き肉, Matsusaka toriyak...

No.3

Tokyo Ramen

Hachioji Ramen

Hachioji Ramen (八王子ラーメン, Hachioji rāmen) is a beloved local specialty of Hachioji City in Tokyo, celebrated for its simple yet unique charm. This dish features a clear...

No.4

Okinawa Seafood

Coconut Crab

The Coconut Crab (ヤシガニ, Yashigani) is one of the largest land-dwelling hermit crabs in the world and can be found in select areas of Okinawa, particularly around Miyako Isla...

No.5

Okinawa Soba & Udon

Soki Soba

Soki Soba (ソーキそば, Soki soba) is a traditional dish from Okinawa, featuring Okinawa soba noodles topped with sweet and savory braised pork ribs (soki). The soki is slow-cook...

No.6

Kagoshima Seafood

Kibinago Sashimi

Kibinago Sashimi (きびなごの刺身) features small silver-striped fish measuring around 10cm, and it holds a special place on Kagoshima’s dining tables. This dish, which requires ...

No.7

Okayama Local cuisine

Kibi Dango

Kibi Dango (きびだんご, Kibi dango) is a traditional sweet from Okayama, a region famous for its peach production and its association with the beloved Japanese folktale of "Momo...

No.8

Saga Seafood

Kamenote (Gooseneck Barnacles)

Kamenote (カメノテ, Gooseneck Barnacles) is a unique seafood delicacy enjoyed in coastal regions like Saga Prefecture. This crustacean gets its name from its peculiar appearance...

No.9

Yamagata Local cuisine

Hiyajiru

Hiyajiru (冷や汁, Hiyajiru) is a traditional dish from Yonezawa City in Yamagata Prefecture, consisting of chilled dashi broth paired with seasonal vegetables. Its origin dates ...

No.10

Oita Local cuisine

Kabosu

Kabosu (かぼす, Kabosu) is a citrus fruit that is believed to have been first cultivated in Usuki City during the Edo period. Today, areas like Usuki, Taketa, and Bungo-Ono are ...

No.11

Saitama Local cuisine

Gokabo

Gokabo (五家宝) is a simple yet nostalgic sweet, characterized by the toasty aroma of roasted soybean flour (kinako). Alongside Soka Senbei rice crackers and Kawagoe’s sweet pot...

No.12

Miyazaki Tenpura

Deep-Fried Mehikari

Deep-Fried Mehikari (めひかりの唐揚げ, Mehikari no karaage) features Mehikari, a small fish measuring 5 to 15 cm, caught at depths of around 300 meters off the coast of Nobeoka ...

No.13

Hyogo Local cuisine

Kobe Croquette

Kobe Croquette (神戸コロッケ, Kobe Korokke) is the delicately crafted croquette that originated in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. Made with premium potatoes and carefully selected...

No.14

Tokyo Nabe dish

Yanagawa Hot Pot

Yanagawa Hot Pot (柳川鍋, Yanagawa nabe) is a traditional hot pot dish from the Edo period, featuring loach fish as its star ingredient. Similar to "Dozeu Nabe," another loac...

No.15

Aichi Meat dish

Miso Katsu

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 ...

No.16

Ishikawa Don dish

Hanton Rice

Hanton Rice (ハントンライス, Hanton raisu) is a beloved Japanese-style Western dish, also known as Hanton-style rice. Originating from Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture, this...

No.17

Tokyo Seafood

Kusaya

Kusaya (くさや, Kusaya) is a distinctive fermented food that has been made for centuries in the Izu Islands of Tokyo. This unique delicacy is created by marinating fresh fish su...

No.18

Gifu Local cuisine

Hoba Miso

In the Hida region, dried magnolia leaves that fall in autumn have long been collected and used as cooking tools. The magnolia tree is a large deciduous tree with broad leave...

No.19

Miyagi Don dish

Harako Meshi

Harako Meshi (はらこ飯, Harako Meshi) is a beloved autumn specialty from Watari Town in Miyagi Prefecture. This dish consists of rice cooked in savory salmon broth, topped gener...

No.20

Yamagata Bento & Onigiri

Mogami River Oshin Bento

The Mogami River Oshin Bento (最上川おしん弁当) is a special bento meal served during the scenic boat rides along the Mogami River in Yamagata Prefecture. Packed with locally so...