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5 Recommended Restaurants for Yakiniku, Steak, and Shabu-Shabu to Visit in Chatan, the Hub of Central Okinawa
Chatan, located in the central part of Okinawa Island, is famous for its American Village, where visitors can experience an American atmosphere no matter where they look, making it a popular tourist destination. If one is planning to stay in Chatan for multiple nights, why not set aside a day to indulge in meat? A selection of restaurants offering yakiniku, steak, and shabu-shabu has been curated.
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5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit After Exploring the Popular Tourist Destination 'Miyako Island' | Okinawa
Miyakojima in Okinawa is famous for its beautiful sea. The highly transparent emerald green and cobalt blue waters are popular for marine sports such as diving. This makes it a place with many repeat visitors. This time, we have selected popular restaurants frequented by locals and repeat visitors alike. These are all restaurants that they want to experience again and again.
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5 Recommended Restaurants in Oita for a Relaxing Date
This introduces recommended restaurants for dates in the Oita area, which is famous for its tourist attractions such as Beppu Onsen and is located near Oita Station in the city center. The selection includes restaurants where one can enjoy Kyushu's black wagyu beef at a yakiniku restaurant and Japanese cuisine that uses seasonal ingredients from Oita, allowing for a luxurious dining experience. Enjoying delicious meals in a stylish atmosphere is sure to bring the two closer together.
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5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit After Exploring the Popular Tourist Destination "Hakata" in Kyushu | Fukuoka
Hakata is the center of the Kyushu region and has long prospered as a hub of trade. Many people choose to stay in Hakata as a base for sightseeing in Fukuoka, and it is likely that many plan their trips around this area. This time, five recommended restaurants in Hakata have been selected. From the local specialty of mizutaki to Kumamoto's famous Akaushi beef, there are plenty of delicious options to explore!
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Taste the Season! 5 Selected Restaurants for Sushi and Seafood in Kobe, Sannomiya | Hyogo
Sannomiya, known as the gateway to Kobe, is a city where visitors can enjoy various activities such as shopping, gourmet dining, and sightseeing. This popular area features restaurants where guests can savor exquisite sushi and seafood dishes. A diverse selection of restaurants is gathered, including those with stylish interiors and exceptional dishes.
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A restaurant that is easy to enter even for solo diners, perfect to visit after going to Osaka Castle | Osaka
Osaka Castle Park, centered around the historically romantic castle tower, is a famous tourist spot in Osaka. With the Osaka Castle Hall also located here, it is likely that many visitors come for live events. When visiting alone, visitors might compromise on restaurant choices, but for those who want to fully enjoy their time in Osaka, we have selected restaurants that are easy to visit even for solo diners.
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Must-Visit Steak and Yakiniku Restaurants for Dates in Shinsaibashi, Osaka
For a date with a loved one, steak and yakiniku are classic favorites. This guide introduces a wide range of restaurants in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka, from upscale places perfect for special anniversaries to casual spots suitable for regular dates. Enjoy delicious meat at counter seats or semi-private rooms with a sophisticated atmosphere, and let it bring the two of you closer together.
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A Japanese restaurant to visit when going to the popular tourist destination "Gion" in Kyoto.
Gion is a bustling district that represents Kyoto, both now and in the past. It is easily accessible from Kyoto Station and has become a popular area for many tourists, both domestic and international, to visit. The fact that it is a crowded place means that there are many delicious options available. After sightseeing, why not try some exquisite Japanese cuisine?
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A Japanese restaurant that one would like to visit when in Kyoto, Shijo Karasuma | Kyoto
Shijo Karasuma in Kyoto is known as the city's most bustling shopping district, where "the most current Kyoto" awaits, blending tradition with modernity. It is also characterized by the presence of many new restaurants in the area. Mixing the old and the new, five must-visit Japanese cuisine and washoku restaurants have been selected.
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Delicious restaurants to visit after sightseeing at Nagoya Castle | Aichi
Nagoya Castle, which has supported the prosperity of Nagoya since the Edo period (1603-1868), remains a symbolic presence in Nagoya, attracting tourists from both Japan and abroad. After admiring the golden shachihoko, one should indulge in gourmet delights. Here are five recommended restaurants.
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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.