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Gifu
Hooba sushi (朴葉すし)
This article gives you the basics of Hooba Sushi, a traditional Japanese food known for its natural leaf wrapper. The use of a large, fragrant leaf makes this seasonal meal different from everyday sushi rolls. We will cover what this foo... -
Gifu
Moroko sushi (もろこ寿司)
This article offers a look into Moroko Sushi (もろこ寿司), a special type of traditional regional food known as Kyōdozushi. This dish is very different from the fresh, raw fish sushi most people know, because it uses preserved freshwater... -
Gifu
Komo tofu (こも豆腐)
This article talks about Komo Tofu (こも豆腐), a very special food deeply tied to the cooking tradition of Gifu Prefecture, especially the mountainous Hida area. The geography of this region has historically forced people to be clever ab... -
Gifu
Ayu nare sushi (鮎なれ寿司)
This article offers a look into Ayu nare sushi (鮎なれ寿司), a powerful form of preserved sweetfish that shows the true beginning of sushi culture in Japan. This food is very different from the quick, fresh rolls we eat today; it’s a pie... -
Gifu
Ayu zousui (鮎雑炊)
This article introduces Ayu Zousui (鮎雑炊), a celebrated Japanese rice porridge that features Ayu, or sweetfish. This fish is popular for living only in Japan's cleanest rivers, immediately tying the dish to high quality and a perfect e... -
Gifu
Hooba miso (朴葉味噌)
This article introduces Hooba Miso (朴葉味噌), a unique and savory dish from the mountainous Hida region of Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Far from being just a side dish, Hooba miso is a key part of the local food culture, known for its rich t... -
Gifu
Kaki namasu (柿なます)
This article introduces Kaki Namasu (柿なます), a traditional Japanese side dish. It is a refreshing sweet-and-sour vinegared salad that beautifully mixes the firm crunch of daikon radish with the soft, natural sweetness of the persimmon... -
Gifu
Mizu manjyu (水饅頭)
When the Japanese summer heat begins, traditional sweets known as wagashi offer a much-needed cooling treat. The most famous of these simple desserts is Mizu Manjyu, or the "water dumpling." This confection, known for its clear, glass-li... -
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Kanboshi daikonni (寒干し大根)
This article introduces Kanboshi Daikonni (寒干し大根煮), a nourishing, traditional dish that captures the tough spirit of winter survival in Japan’s mountainous regions. This simmered specialty comes from Gifu Prefecture, specifically t... -
Gifu
Hiyashi tanuki udon (冷やしたぬきうどん)
Curious about hiyashi tanuki udon? This chilled soba dish, topped with crispy tempura scraps called tenkasu, originated in Gifu City and quickly became a regional favorite. Said to have been invented by a restaurant customer, hiyashi tan...
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