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20 Must-Visit Sushi Restaurants in Tokyo
Tokyo is a metropolis with first-class restaurants in every type of cuisine. Naturally, there is a multitude of restaurants serving sushi, which is almost synonymous with Japanese cuisine. This article introduces 30 highly recommended sushi restaurants in Tokyo.
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15 Must-Visit Long-Established Tokyo Restaurants
People have the impression that Tokyo is a modern and advanced city filled with skyscrapers, but there are also many well-established restaurants that have enjoyed love and support from locals for a long time. Check out this list of 15 such places that you should try on your next visit!
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Enjoy the Premium Taste of Okinawan Agu Pork in the Heart of Naha
Known as the "phantom pig", Agu pork is an Okinawan breed of pig that is highly valued due to its scarcity. Its beautiful marbling and the sweetness and umami (Japanese savory taste) of its fat sets it apart from other varieties of pork. It is rich in glutamic acid, making it delicious, and low in cholesterol, so you can indulge in it while remaining guilt-free. If you’re heading to Okinawa, read on for some restaurants around Naha where you can try this for yourself!
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Beat the Summer Heat with Hot Pot Dishes! Top Summer Hot Pot Picks in Osaka
The end of the rainy season signals the true start of summer. Every day, you'll feel exhausted from the heat. During this hot and humid season, most people would want to cool down in an air-conditioned room and enjoy cold food, but why not change your approach and eat piping hot food to prevent heat fatigue instead? Check out this list of excellent restaurants in Osaka that serve hot pot dishes to help you fight back against the summer heat, ranging from shabu-shabu (sliced meat parboiled with vegetables) to sukiyaki (hot pot stew) and motsu-nabe (offal hot pot).
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5 Popular Restaurants in Naha, Okinawa to Visit for Great Regional Cuisine
Don't you want to enjoy some local cuisine when you go on overseas trips? Check out this list of 15 restaurants in Okinawa where you can do just that. They're located near hot sightseeing spots around Naha like Kokusai Street (Kokusai-dori) and Shuri Castle (Shuri-jo).
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16 Best Restaurants You Should Visit in Nara
Many world heritage sites are located in Nara, but there are also a lot of good restaurants there. Check out these recommended restaurants that are perfect for a meal when you visit Nara for sightseeing.
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13 Restaurants in Kyoto with Great Summer Cuisine
Kyoto summers are known for being hot and humid. As a result, Kyoto chefs have become masters at creating dishes that are refreshing and that bring relief from the heat. Check out this roundup of Kyoto's finest restaurants offering summer cuisine!
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15 Famous Japanese Cuisine Restaurants to Visit When in Hiroshima
Hiroshima Prefecture faces the Seto Inland Sea (Setonaikai), the largest inland sea in Japan, and is richly blessed with marine produce. For that reason, Hiroshima is home to many restaurants that offer delicious Japanese dishes made with seasonal ingredients including fresh seafood. Here are 15 restaurants that you'll definitely want to visit when you're in Hiroshima.
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Local-Approved! 14 Renowned Motsu Nabe Restaurants in Hakata
Whenever anyone mentions Fukuoka Prefecture, most people will start smacking their lips at the delicious food they can have there. Motsu nabe (offal hot pot), mizutaki (lightly flavored hot pot), mentaiko (seasoned cod roe), Hakata ramen (noodles), fresh seafood and much more: everything is delicious and cheap, which is why Fukuoka cuisine has an enthusiastic fan base from all over the country. This list of 14 restaurants focuses on what is considered to be a soul food for Fukuoka locals: motsu nabe. Don't miss the authentic version of this dish when traveling to Hakata and Nakasu!
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"Adult's Counter Sushi" in Otaru, the Town of Sushi
You're going to want to try sushi at a counter seat at least once, especially if you happen to be at Otaru Sushi-ya Street (Sushi-ya-dori). In Otaru, the town of sushi, you can enjoy quality sushi with the best selections of fresh seasonal toppings from casual counter seats. You will doubtlessly be deeply impressed when you see the artistry of master sushi chefs up close! If you want to savor the real thrill of sushi, book a counter seat immediately! Here is a short selection of five sushi restaurants in Otaru that you should try.
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Japan's largest city, Tokyo, is the center of culinary culture in Japan. Countless Tokyo restaurants serve every kind of food imaginable and the Toyosu fish market keeps restaurants stocked with the nation's finest fish.
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Coastal areas, mountains and valleys surrounding Tokyo are bursting with tourist destinations, such as hot springs and ski slopes, where many unique foods are only available locally.
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Kyoto and Osaka Area
The cities of Kyoto and Osaka, together with their surrounding areas, have greatly influenced Japan's culinary culture since the 7th Century. The region is renowned for its entertainment, Kobe beef, and wide-ranging traditional dishes.
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Hokkaido Area
The island of Hokkaido is home to wide-ranging produce of the finest quality, such as rice, meat, vegetables, fish and fruit. Popular dishes from Hokkaido include robatayaki (food slowly roasted on skewers) and Sapporo miso ramen.
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Northern Honshu (Tohoku)
The northern end of Japan's main island, Honshu, is renowned for its seasonal fruit and vegetables, nation-leading harvest of fish (especially tuna from Ohma), and delicious beef from Yonezawa, Sendai and Yamagata.
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Central Honshu (Chubu)
Chubu is in the center of Japan's main island, Honshu, and its culinary culture reflects its position between Japan's western and eastern halves. Delicious Hida beef, world-famous Mount Fuji and many acclaimed sake breweries are in Chubu.
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Western Honshu (Chugoku)
Chugoku, on the southwest of Japan's main island, is rich with diverse produce. Many of its products are praised as Japan's best, including Matsuba crabs from Tottori and oysters from Hiroshima. Its pears and muscats are also top grade.
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Shikoku
The mild climate of Shikoku is ideal for growing citrus fruit such as sudachi. Shikoku is also famous for Sanuki udon noodles, huge yields of tiger prawn from Ehime Prefecture and the best torafugu (tiger globefish) in the country.
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Kyushu
Western culture was first introduced to Japan through Kyushu, Japan's third largest island, where the influence of Portuguese and other western cuisine influenced the creation of a colorful culinary tradition.
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Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture, is a treasure trove of distinctive dishes and drinks that have become popular throughout Japan, including Okinawa soba, unique sushi toppings and Awamori distilled liquor.