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Top 7 Must-visit Sushi Restaurants in Nagoya
Nagoya is one of the three major cities in the Chubu region. The area around Nagoya Station, a huge terminal served by JR, subway, and private railways, is lined with a variety of restaurants that are busy until late at night. Nagoya is also famous for its sushi restaurants, where you can simply enjoy Japanese seasonal ingredients. We have selected a wide variety of sushi restaurants, from reasonably priced stand-up restaurants to exclusive restaurants that require reservations only. Nagoya is an important starting point for your trip, and we hope you will try some of the best sushi in the city.
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6 Must-Visit Restaurants to Experience Japanese Cuisine: The Legacy and Evolution of Japan's Gastronomy
While inheriting the tradition of Japanese cuisine, Hasegawa has emerged as a brand renowned for its exceptional focus on yakiniku, sushi, and teppanyaki. The main branch is in Shinsaibashi, with other branches gracefully stationed in Osaka and Tokyo. In this feature, we delve into the uniqueness and dedication of Hasegawa and provide details on each of its establishments. It's ideal for an unforgettable dining experience during your travels, so be sure to visit.
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Voyage for [Fukui Amaebi], the Future of Fishermen | Part 2
When asked about amaebi dishes, most readers would have sushi or sashimi in mind. However, amaebi is not limited to Japanese dishes and has even attracted French and Italian cuisine. The chef Matsushita of la clartē located in the village of Takeda Village, Sakai, Fukui Prefecture, is one of the chefs who admire the local amaebi.
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Voyage for [Fukui Amaebi], the Future of Fishermen | Part 1
When asked about the local specialty of Fukui Prefecture, what comes to your mind? Echizen crab, or the king of the winter, would be a classic choice. Records claim that the oldest snow crab fishing in Japan was in Fukui Prefecture. During the Edo period, Echizen crab was one of the designated offerings for the shogunate. However, the crab is not the only seafood that can be caught here. The offshore from Tango-hantō to Noto-hantō peninsula, which is a fishing ground for crabs, is also a well-known spot for the amaebi sweet shrimp. The brand “Fukui Amaebi” was established in 2021 with an aspiration to promote sophisticated jumbo amaebi as a local delicacy. To unearth the secrets to the sweet amaebi that melts in your mouth, we flew straight to Fukui.
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[Kumagaya, Saitama] Enjoy Ingredients of the No.1 “Hotspot” in Japan
Saitama prefecture is located at the center of the Kanto region and can be accessed fairly easily by train or car from Tokyo. Being rich with natural resources, varieties of products such as green onions, spinach, and cucumbers are harvested in this area. This time, we visited Kumagaya in Saitama, to learn about its agricultural products. The city is also famously known for being the hottest during summer in Japan. In this article, two of the splendid ingredients grown in Kumagaya will be introduced.
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Experience Local Cuisine of Fukui Blessed with Natural Resources
Fukui prefecture is located in the Chūbu region of Honshū facing the Sea of Japan. Characterized by its rich land, mountains, and sea, the landscape of Fukui is decorated perfectly with the grace of each season―beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, green lively trees in summer, fall foliage in autumn, and elegant snow in winter. In fact, on the Japan Research Institute’s biennial research of prefectural happiness report, Fukui has been the number one, four times in a row since 2014. The area has also been the 4th place in Japan’s average life expectancy. Supposedly, in an area surrounded by nature and tradition, residents and tourists are bound to have a pleasant peaceful time.
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Discover the Ingredients of Wellness in Fukui
In the mountains and along the coast of northern Fukui Prefecture, locals work in harmony with the rich environment to reward visitors with healthy cuisine, enriching cultural experiences, and a much-deserved sense of wellness. Central Japan’s Fukui Prefecture feels far removed from the frenzied pace of life in the nation’s cities. Life in the northern reaches of the prefecture, in particular, appears to move to the calmer rhythms set by a close proximity to both mountains and sea. Using the area’s rich natural resources local chefs create healthy, sustainable cuisine, serving dishes that include Japan’s finest and freshest crab to those showcasing the zero-mileage ingredients grown on the mountainsides. Away from the dining table, local people infuse their heritage with creative energy, offering cultural workshops to visitors to the region’s retro townscapes. Deep in the mountains, things get far more zen at the revered Eiheiji Temple. Add to this menu life-affirming views of the sun setting over the Sea of Japan and it’s easy to see why this corner of Fukui Prefecture is quietly becoming the destination of choice for people looking to press reset, mentally and physically, on their busy lives. Modern and convenient Fukui Station is the region’s transportation hub and the logical point of departure for a Fukui wellness experience. Nextdoor, delightfully retro Echizen Testudo trains depart from Echizen Tetsudo Fukui Station for Eiheijiguchi. From here buses connect to Daihonzan Eiheiji.
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Recommended Nutritious Food: Tofu and Soy Milk
Soy-based food, popular for its nourishing quality, has developed over the years as it has existed for a long time. In this article, we will introduce you to the benefits of eating nutrient-rich soy-based foods: tofu and soy milk.
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How are Restaurants in Japan Reacting to the Third State of Emergency?
Due to the spread of COVID-19, the Japanese government has declared a state of emergency, which demands businesses including restaurants to shorten their business hours or closure. Following the state of emergency in April 2020, and January 2021, the third emergency measure was set on April 25th and was extended to mid-June. How is our lifestyle, especially dining style changing due to this measure?
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5 Restaurants in Osaka with Extra Hygiene Measures to Fight Coronavirus
Is it safe now to eat out in Osaka? Is it not? It is still in the gray area. But if you need some time to refresh your mind and belly, it might be the time to go out and eat, as long as you follow the safety protocol. It is now more important than ever to carefully choose where to eat. Many restaurants are taking extra steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus. How does the new normal in Japan look like for restaurants?
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Tokyo Area
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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Near Tokyo
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.