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5 Recommended Restaurants to Enjoy Casual Dining When Visiting Gunma

5 Recommended Restaurants to Enjoy Casual Dining When Visiting Gunma

Gunma Prefecture, easily accessible from Tokyo, is perfect for day trips or overnight stays. It is a popular tourist destination with the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Tomioka Silk Mill and the Silk Industry Heritage Sites. Known as a hot spring kingdom, it boasts over 450 hot spring sources, including Kusatsu and Ikaho. Here, they introduce restaurants where visitors can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients and carefully selected materials when visiting Gunma Prefecture.

If one visits Yamagata, they must definitely check out these 5 restaurants where they can enjoy Japanese cuisine!

If one visits Yamagata, they must definitely check out these 5 restaurants where they can enjoy Japanese cuisine!

They have carefully selected restaurants in Yamagata Prefecture where one can enjoy Japanese cuisine, ranging from casual izakayas to standalone restaurants that are perfect for special occasions like anniversaries. They invite visitors to enjoy heartwarming moments along with dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients from Yamagata.

6 Popular Restaurants for Enjoying Italian and French Cuisine in Tokyo

6 Popular Restaurants for Enjoying Italian and French Cuisine in Tokyo

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is a hub of various trends and cultures. It is lined with stylish restaurants and many establishments that offer authentic cuisine from around the world. The abundance of top-class restaurants is unique to Tokyo. This time, we will introduce high-quality and creative Italian and French restaurants that can be enjoyed in Tokyo.

Traditional dishes from history brought back to life for the modern day!

Traditional dishes from history brought back to life for the modern day!

Ibaraki Prefecture is home to a rich variety of
ingredients, including Hitachi beef (a prized brand of Kuroge wagyu),
wild duck, whitebait, spiny lobster, and mackerel. In 2025, the prefecture aims
to further elevate its status as a top culinary destination. At the heart of
this initiative is the Shokusai-roku, a historical recipe collection
believed to have been compiled by Tokugawa Nariaki (1800–1860), the ninth lord
of the Mito Domain. On January 23, a special event was held to unveil modern
interpretations of rare recipes from the Shokusai-roku. Eight of
Ibaraki’s top chefs reimagined these historical dishes with their own
contemporary touch. A panel of 40 guests, including world-renowned foodie Takefumi
Hamada, Professor Masaya Araki of Ibaraki
University—an expert in Shokusai-roku research—and five international resident
monitor participants, sampled and evaluated the creations. This exclusive event
brought together chefs from various culinary backgrounds for a
once-in-a-lifetime gastronomic experience. Stay tuned as we take you inside
this extraordinary showcase of Ibaraki’s evolving food culture!

Traditional dishes from history brought back to life for the modern day!

Traditional dishes from history brought back to life for the modern day!

Ibaraki Prefecture is home to a rich variety of
ingredients, including Hitachi beef (a prized brand of Kuroge wagyu),
wild duck, whitebait, spiny lobster, and mackerel. In 2025, the prefecture aims
to further elevate its status as a top culinary destination. At the heart of
this initiative is the Shokusai-roku, a historical recipe collection
believed to have been compiled by Tokugawa Nariaki (1800–1860), the ninth lord
of the Mito Domain. On January 23, a special event was held to unveil modern
interpretations of rare recipes from the Shokusai-roku. Eight of
Ibaraki’s top chefs reimagined these historical dishes with their own
contemporary touch. A panel of 40 guests, including world-renowned foodie Takefumi
Hamada, Professor Masaya Araki of Ibaraki
University—an expert in Shokusai-roku research—and five international resident
monitor participants, sampled and evaluated the creations. This exclusive event
brought together chefs from various culinary backgrounds for a
once-in-a-lifetime gastronomic experience. Stay tuned as we take you inside
this extraordinary showcase of Ibaraki’s evolving food culture!

Ibaraki: The story of flowers and food. Nature and flavors alive in the Edo period

Ibaraki: The story of flowers and food. Nature and flavors alive in the Edo period

"Shokusai-roku" is a collection of 300 recipes that are said to have been created by Nariaki
Tokugawa (1800-1860), the ninth lord of the Mito domain (the domain that ruled
the central and northern parts of present-day Ibaraki Prefecture). In the "Tasting the Phantom Recipes with History" project launched by Ibaraki
Prefecture, a total of 11 restaurants have cooperated to create an updated
2025 version of the menu! Enjoy these delicacies, each with its own unique
flavor.

Ibaraki: The story of flowers and food. Nature and flavors alive in the Edo period

Ibaraki: The story of flowers and food. Nature and flavors alive in the Edo period

"Shokusai-roku" is a collection of 300 recipes that are said to have been created by Nariaki
Tokugawa (1800-1860), the ninth lord of the Mito domain (the domain that ruled
the central and northern parts of present-day Ibaraki Prefecture). In the "Tasting the Phantom Recipes with History" project launched by Ibaraki
Prefecture, a total of 11 restaurants have cooperated to create an updated
2025 version of the menu! Enjoy these delicacies, each with its own unique
flavor.

Top Restaurants to Visit in Osaka for the Osaka-Kansai Expo

Top Restaurants to Visit in Osaka for the Osaka-Kansai Expo

The Osaka-Kansai Expo, which will be held in 2025, is a major event that will attract many visitors from around the world to Osaka Prefecture. The diverse attractions of Osaka will also enhance the excitement of the expo. After enjoying various events, exhibitions, and entertainment at the venue, visitors can indulge in Osaka's culinary delights. Here are five recommended restaurants.

Restaurants in the Osaka and Sakai area that you would like to visit after enjoying the Osaka-Kansai Expo!

Restaurants in the Osaka and Sakai area that you would like to visit after enjoying the Osaka-Kansai Expo!

The Osaka-Kansai Expo, which will be held in 2025, is a major event that will attract many visitors from around the world to Osaka Prefecture. The diverse attractions of Osaka will also enhance the excitement of the expo. After enjoying various events and exhibitions at the venue, visitors can indulge in Osaka's culinary delights. This time, five recommended restaurants in the historically rich Sakai area have been selected.

Restaurants in the Osaka and Sakai area that you would like to visit after enjoying the Osaka-Kansai Expo!

Restaurants in the Osaka and Sakai area that you would like to visit after enjoying the Osaka-Kansai Expo!

The Osaka-Kansai Expo, which will be held in 2025, is a major event that will attract many visitors from around the world to Osaka Prefecture. The diverse attractions of Osaka will also enhance the excitement of the expo. After enjoying various events and exhibitions at the venue, visitors can indulge in Osaka's culinary delights. This time, five recommended restaurants in the historically rich Sakai area have been selected.

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