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Extremely Delicious Genghis Khan, the Soul Food of Northern Hokkaido
Genghis Khan (grilled mutton or lamb) is a familiar sight across Hokkaido. Grilled to perfection on a special convex metal skillet and eaten with sauce that's unique to each restaurant, Genghis Khan has a deliciousness like no other. Even though it is now available to eat nationwide, tasting Genghis Khan in its home of Hokkaido is a special treat. This article introduces Genghis Khan specialty restaurants that are popular even among locals.
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12 Delicious Hot Pot Restaurants in Nara to Visit on a Cold Winter
"Nabe-ryori" refers to a type of dish where meat, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients are boiled in dashi (broth). It is particularly popular during winter, as it helps warm the body, which is why so many restaurants include it in their menu. This article features some restaurants in Nara that serve this delicious dish. Check them out when you go there for vacation!
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15 Best Okonomiyaki Restaurants in Osaka You Should Try
If there's one dish that Osaka's famous for, it's okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake)! Flour is mixed into dashi (broth), and then vegetables (such as cabbage), meat, fish, and other ingredients are added to the mix. This mixture is then stirred and fried. It's beloved as the soul food of Osaka. Here are some popular restaurants that serve delicious okonomiyaki!
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15 Great Restaurants With Artistic Cuisine for Special Occasions in Kyoto
Kyoto, the millennial city, has an amazing culture that has been cultivated and refined through history. This is true not just in terms of folk crafts and artworks, but also in regards to its food culture. This article offers a roundup of restaurants in Kyoto that serve dishes that are as beautiful as art pieces!
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14 Delicious Seafood Izakaya in Ueno
Thanks to its many cultural facilities, such as the Tokyo National Museum and National Museum of Western Art, as well as to its proximity to Asakusa and Akihabara, Ueno is a hot spot for tourists. Moreover, it's scattered with a multitude of great restaurants. Use this list of 14 izakaya (Japanese pubs) specializing in seafood as a reference for where to go in-between your tours!
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14 Unmissable Steak Restaurants in Naha, Okinawa
In Okinawa, steak is a popular delicacy that is often eaten after drinking. That's why restaurants specializing in steak are more than a few. Check out this list of 15 of the best places in Naha for eating delicious steak.
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21 Select Genghis Khan in Sapporo to Enjoy a Variety of Sheep Meat
One of Hokkaido's most famous regional dishes is Genghis Khan - lamb meat cooked on a special pan. There are many Genghis Khan restaurants in Sapporo that serve different types of Genghis Khan, including flavored meats and raw lamb.
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7 Places in Enoshima Where You Can Enjoy Iconic Shirasu Dishes!
Thanks to its surf, beaches, and marine sports, Shonan is a hot spot during the summer, but it’s actually great year round! There are many delicious foods to try as well. Check out this list of eateries offering Enoshima's famous food - shirasu (whitebait) dishes. Many of these places also offer a lovely view of the ocean, so be sure to drop by!
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Restaurants Perfect for Visiting on the Way Home from an Onsen Date in Hakone
These days, when the weather is still cold, wouldn't it be nice to swap an ordinary date in the city for a day trip to an onsen (hot spring)? If you're not sure where to go, you can't go wrong with Hakone, known for being a reliable destination for a day trip to an onsen. Must-go spots in Hakone aren't limited to famous onsen, as it boasts of a number of restaurants serving delicious food. This list introduces restaurants that you would want to visit with your date after enjoying one of the onsen of Hakone.
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13 Spots for Sweet Treats When You Are on a Date in Kamakura
In Kamakura, you can feel a sense of history through the Buddha statue in Kotoku-in Temple, shop at Komachi Street (Komachi-dori), enjoy the scenery of flowers at Ishigama Garden Terrace, and so on. The city has lots of famous sightseeing spots that are perfect for romantic dates. If you explore the city, you will find many restaurants and cafes that serve Japanese sweets. For your convenience, while sightseeing, it is good to know which restaurants are truly the best. This article will feature some restaurants and cafes in Kamakura that serve Japanese sweets. You should be able to easily visit them in-between lunch and dinner!
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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.