If You Plan to Explore Japan, Check This Out! Go on a Japanese Food Journey!
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As the world overcomes the COVID-19 pandemic and gradually returns to life as it was before, we have picked out some recommended shops in Fukuoka and Kumamoto in the Kyushu area, which have been attracting attention from overseas. Kyushu has even been selected as one of the 'Top 10 Places to Visit in 2024' by a famous international magazine. Let's enjoy the delicious local cuisine in this must-see Kyushu area.
If you visit Fukuoka, a place rich with delicious ingredients, why not stop by a sushi restaurant where you can enjoy a meal for under 10,000 yen? Fresh ingredients, including those from local Kyushu, are transformed into delightful dishes by skilled artisans. Whether you choose to sit at the counter alone or have a banquet in a tatami room, you can enjoy sushi that highlights the charm of the ingredients without any pretension.
Tokyo Area Near Tokyo Kyoto and Osaka Area Hokkaido Area Northern Honshu (Tohoku) Central Honshu (Chubu) Western Honshu (Chugoku) Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa and Southeast Islands
Japan's largest city, Tokyo, is the center of culinary culture in Japan.
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.
The cities of Kyoto and Osaka, together with their surrounding areas, have greatly influenced Japan's culinary culture since the 7th Century.
The island of Hokkaido is home to wide-ranging produce of the finest quality, such as rice, meat, vegetables, fish and fruit.
The northern end of Japan's main island, Honshu, is renowned for its seasonal fruit and vegetables, nation-leading harvest of fish.
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.
Chugoku, on the southwest of Japan's main island, is rich with diverse produce.
The mild climate of Shikoku is ideal for growing citrus fruit such as sudachi.
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.
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.
