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5 restaurants near the Tsukiji area where you can enjoy sushi in a private room
Sushi is the representative of Japanese soul food. Because sushi is a simple dish, the ingredients and craftsmanship make a big difference in the taste. Tokyo, where fresh and carefully selected ingredients are gathered from all over Japan, is a veritable treasure trove of top-quality ingredients. Sushi chefs are also refining their skills to bring out the best of the ingredients. If you want to savor sushi, a private room is recommended. This time, we have gathered together some of the best restaurants with private rooms that are conveniently accessible from the popular Tsukiji area.
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Savor Unagi Eels on the Midsummer Day of the Ox!
In addition to sushi and tempura, unagi (freshwater eel) stands out as one of Japan's most beloved culinary delights. Visitors might not know that there are specific days in Japan when consuming eel is considered auspicious. This article will explore some distinctive Japanese eel dishes and customs.
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Little-Known Spots and Recommended Restaurants for Watching the Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival
Fireworks festivals are a summer tradition in Japan. Even in Tokyo, you’ll see fireworks festivals, small and large, taking place across the metropolis during the summer. One of its most famous fireworks festivals is the Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival, which also happens to be known as one of the three best fireworks festivals in Tokyo in terms of scale and grandeur. Read on to discover the highlights of this fireworks show and the best spots to view the fireworks.
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A Surprisingly Harmonious Union: Delight in the Pairing of Wine and Japanese Cuisine in Tokyo!
Did you know that Japanese cuisine, known as "washoku," pairs wonderfully not only with Japanese sake but also with wine? This article will explain how to find the best wine to pair with your Japanese cuisine while also delving into Japanese wines that have captured the hearts of many in recent years. Additionally, you can learn about some wonderful establishments where you can experience the harmonious fusion of wine and authentic Japanese food.
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Delicious Restaurants in Tokyo to Visit While Embarking on a "Weathering with You" Pilgrimage.
Among fans of director Makoto Shinkai, the pilgrimage course around the filming locations of the movie "Weathering with You" remains incredibly popular. Even travelers from overseas visit to see the movie spots. One of the points is that many scenes were filmed in Tokyo, making it easy to navigate. Therefore, we would like to introduce delicious restaurants that you should visit during your pilgrimage journey, focusing on impressive locations.
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Recommended Restaurants for Visiting While Embarking on a "Suzume" Pilgrimage throughout Japan
The pilgrimage route visiting the filming locations of the movie "Suzume" has become extremely popular among foreign visitors to Japan. Travelers from overseas come to see the spots featured in the film. The locations that served as models for the movie's settings can be found throughout Japan, especially in Kyushu. In this article, we will introduce delicious gourmet shops that we recommend visiting while exploring the places that are believed to have inspired the movie "Suzume".
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Indulge in Osaka's Summer Tradition: Tenjin Festival! Delight Your Palate at These 5 Restaurants After the Festivities
Tenjin festival, held on July 24 and 25, is one of the three major festivals in Japan, along with Kanda festival in Tokyo and Gion festival in Kyoto. It is the largest festival of Osaka Temmangu Shrine, located in the central area of Osaka City, and is a summer tradition of Naniwa, which boasts a tradition of more than 1,000 years. The highlight of the festival is the boat procession on the 25th, when boats carrying portable shrines come and go along the Okawa River. At the climax of the festival, fireworks light up the night sky. After enjoying this major event to the fullest, soak up the enjoyment of the festival at one of Osaka's gourmet restaurants. Here are five restaurants with easy access.
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5 Sapporo Sushi restaurants where you can taste the beauty of Hokkaido's ingredients
Hokkaido is a treasure trove of fresh ingredients. The surrounding oceans provide an abundance of seasonal delicacies throughout the year. Sushi is the best way to enjoy these fascinating ingredients in a simple manner. We have carefully selected the best sushi restaurants in Sapporo, where you will be based during your trip. These are five sushi restaurants that compete in the art of sushi and are a must-try when you visit Hokkaido.
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Hokkaido's local cuisine! 5 restaurants offer Jingisukan (a local specialty made with grilled mutton)
Jingisukan is one of the most representative soul foods in Hokkaido. It is a type of barbecued meat dish unique to Hokkaido, in which mutton dipped in sauce is grilled in a special iron pot or pan. Nowadays, the sauce, ingredients, and grilling method have developed into a rich variety, and numerous specialty restaurants have appeared. We have selected authentic restaurants from among them.
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Discover new possibilities for Japanese cuisine - 5 sophisticated Japanese restaurants in Tokyo.
Washoku is a traditional Japanese food culture. If you have come all the way to Japan, enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine that emphasizes the taste of seasonal ingredients and depicts the four seasons in a single dish. There are many famous restaurants in Tokyo, but we would like to introduce a few that are a step ahead of the rest with their unique perspectives and sensibilities and that offer something a little different. You will be able to fully enjoy the refined skills of a master chef who makes the most of their ideas.
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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 and Southeast Islands
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.