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10 Carefully Selected Japanese BBQ Restaurants in Kobe
Located in the southeastern part of Hyogo prefecture, Kobe is well-known for its tourist attractions and is one of the most iconic port cities in Japan. The night view from Kikuseidai on Mt. Maya is recognized as one of the three best night views in Japan and is brimming with droves of couples and families. As a famous spot for gourmet food, Kobe also boasts several delicious foods, including the widely known Kobe beef. As such, this article will introduce 13 unique Japanese BBQ restaurants in Kobe, that are selected for your consideration.
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17 Restaurants Featuring Unique Dishes and Sceneries in Hakone
Hakone attracts tourists from all over the world as a place brimming with history, hot springs, and superb natural sceneries. Although you can try dishes at various restaurants while enjoying the streets and sceneries of the town, it is also recommended to relish on Hakone's one-of-a-kind dishes in comfort. This article will introduce 17 popular restaurants that you must go to Hakone. On the list are widely popular restaurants for your consideration.
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Taste a Different Side of Kyoto! 12 Restaurants Filled With Unique Personalities
One of the leading sightseeing spots in Japan, Kyoto is home to some of Japan's most famous sites, such as Arashiyama, the Golden Pavilion, and the Silver Pavilion. There are also many restaurants in Kyoto that are bursting with a unique sense of personality. Here is a selection of 12 of the best restaurants in Kyoto. Whichever you choose, each of these restaurants makes for great date spots that are slightly different from the norm, so be sure to reference this article when looking for a place where you can make some memories with that special someone.
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16 Little-Known Restaurants You'll Want to Visit in Ueno
When you think of Ueno, you might be imagining the lively bars of Ameyoko, but did you know there are many stylish, little-known restaurants and places that are perfect for dates? Here are 16 perfect spots for a romantic night out in Ueno. There are so many options to choose from, including Italian and other Western standards, restaurants offering fresh seafood, and quirky bars for something a little different. You'll be sure to find something perfect for date night!
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Tokyo, May 2019
Planning a trip to Tokyo and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Hokkaido, May 2019
Planning a trip to Hokkaido and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Okinawa and Southeast Islands, May 2019
Planning a trip to Okinawa and Southeast Islands and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Northwestern Honshu (Hokuriku), May 2019
Planning a trip to Northwestern Honshu (Hokuriku) and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.
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The 10 unmissable restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka area, May 2019
Planning a trip to Kyoto and Osaka area and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.
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[CRAFT SAKE WEEK at ROPPONGI HILLS 2019]—Sake (Rice Wine) Festival held at Roppongi Hills, Tokyo!!
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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.