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5 Gourmet Restaurants in Yamaguchi Prefecture Gaining Popularity Among Foreign Visitors
Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture was selected by the New York Times as one of the best places to go in 2024. In addition to being known as the “Kyoto of the West” for its historical buildings, Yamaguchi is also famous for its gourmet specialties such as Choshu chicken and Choshu beef. Here are five restaurants in this easily navigable and compact city where you can fully enjoy local ingredients.
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Event 'Fishermen's Gathering at Toyama Shinminato Fishing Port!' Showcases Toyama's Seafood | Sea to Plate PJ Supports Hokuriku Region
We attended the event "Fishermen's Gathering at Toyama Shinminato Fishing Port!" organized by the non-profit organization "Fisheries Association," held on March 31, 2024, at Minato Kitchen, a shared kitchen located in Shinminato Fishing Port, Imizu City, Toyama Prefecture. A total of 16 participants from Toyama Prefecture and Tokyo enjoyed dishes made with fresh seafood from Toyama Bay, such as firefly squid from Namerikawa, yellowtail from Himi, and spring kelp from Shinminato. Additionally, there was a commentary corner on shrimp fishing by fishermen affiliated with Shinminato Fishermen's Cooperative, deepening our understanding of Toyama's seafood.
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Admiring the Skill of Elevating Seasonal Ingredients to Their Most Delicious with Charcoal Grilling at the Forefront | "Himawari Shokudo 2" Toyama
Since its opening in 2013, it's been almost 10 years. Chef Tanaka's skill in transforming Toyama's seasonal ingredients into unexpectedly delicious dishes while preserving their original flavors has captivated food enthusiasts both locally and beyond. The warmth and amiability of Chef Tanaka have charmed customers, making "Himawari Shokudo" a renowned restaurant frequented by connoisseurs. Due to the aging of the building, the original restaurant closed its doors at the end of 2023, only to reopen in April 2024 at a location near Toyama Station. With a new name, "Himawari Shokudo 2 (Two)," they have embarked on a new chapter, beginning a fresh chapter in their history.
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Top 10 Restaurants Where You Can Enjoy Nagoya Cuisine Around Nagoya Station.
In Aichi Prefecture's Nagoya City, there are plenty of famous gourmet dishes known as "Nagoya Meshi," such as Hitsumabushi, Ankake Spaghetti, and Nagoya Kochin. Therefore, the editorial team at SAVOR JAPAN has compiled a list of delicious restaurants serving Nagoya Meshi around Nagoya Station.
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9 Delicious Restaurants in Osaka Minami (Namba/Shinsaibashi) to Visit When Traveling to the Gourmet City, Osaka
Osaka, the city of culinary delights, where delicious treats abound. Aside from famous flour-based dishes like takoyaki, there is an abundance of gourmet options available. This time, we will introduce recommended restaurants for Osaka's specialties such as okonomiyaki and kushikatsu.
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Join Over Two Million Spectators at the Hakata Dontaku Festival!
The Hakata Dontaku Festival is a dynamic celebration of traditional dance and music held annually on May 3 and 4 in the heart of Fukuoka City. This article introduces the energetic parades that weave through the city, including the So-Odori dance, where everyone is invited to join, and will show you how to make the most of the experience. Plus, it’ll feature some recommended restaurants to try the local culinary specialty of motsunabe, a flavorful offal hotpot perfect for refueling after a day of dancing.
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Exploring Chugoku! 5 Restaurants Near Tourist Spots in Hiroshima, Shimane, and Tottori
In Japan, the graduation travel season will soon be here. The country's Chugoku region is gaining attention as a travel destination. This area is packed with tourist spots that boast high name recognition across Japan, including the Peace Memorial Park, Izumo Taisha Shrine, and the Tottori Sand Dunes. It has many highlights that are must visits unique to this region. Here are 5 recommended restaurants in the Chugoku region near such amazing tourist spots!
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Support Local Cuisine: 5 Recommended Restaurants in Toyama Prefecture Worth Visiting
The 2024 Noto earthquake that struck in January 2024 caused severe damage in Toyama Prefecture. Many people may be wondering what they can do to help with the recovery. Here are some delicious restaurants in Toyama Prefecture where you can do your part. We would like diners to help support the community by visiting Toyama and enjoying your fill of dishes featuring ingredients from Toyama.
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Savoring Exquisite Hida Beef in the Popular Tourist Area of Gifu
Gifu Prefecture is gaining attention as a destination for foreign tourists. Among them, Hida Takayama, known as "Little Kyoto of Hida," is a popular tourist spot with its well-preserved old castle town streets. There are plenty of delicious ingredients available, with Hida beef being a particularly popular local specialty. Experience the tender texture created by the fine marbling of Hida beef as a memento of your trip.
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All About the Tokyo Specialty Food, Monjayaki
Have you heard of "monjayaki," a food popular in the traditional working-class neighborhoods of Tokyo? Monjayaki has some similarities to the okonomiyaki that Osaka is known for, but it is a completely different dish. This article covers its history, how it is prepared and eaten, and some restaurants to try it in.
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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.