Kanto Food– Famous Tokyo Dishes & Eastern Japan Cuisine –
The Kanto region is home to Tokyo and several major cities, making it one of the most influential culinary areas in Japan. The region includes Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, Gunma, Tochigi, and Ibaraki.
Kanto food is known for iconic dishes such as Edo-style sushi, tempura, monjayaki, and a wide variety of noodle dishes. The region blends historical Edo cuisine with modern food culture.
In this category, explore the diverse food traditions of the Kanto region and discover the regional dishes that helped shape modern Japanese cuisine.
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Tempura (天ぷら)
INTRODUCTION OF TEMPURA Tempura is a traditional food in Japan specifically the Tokyo prefecture. It is one of the "Edo Delicacies" and is an indispensable part of Japanese foods. Along with Negima Nabe, Kusaya, Bekko Sushi, Fukagawa-mes... -
Negima nabe (ねぎま鍋)
INTRODUCTION TO NEGIMA NABE Negima Nabe is one of those dishes that the Japanese made to combat long winter months or gloomy rainy days. Japanese embrace the elements of the wide variety of hot pot dishes. Hot pot is a cooking method tha... -
Kusaya (くさや)
Kusaya is characterized by its unique aroma and umami. Kusaya is not the name of a fish, but a fermented food made from fish. The smell of such kusaya is intense, but for those who like it, it is delicious. In this article, we will intro... -
Bekko Sushi (べっこうずし)
Bekko sushi is spicy sushi made by soaking fresh white fish from the waters near the Izu Islands in "chili soy sauce". The name tortoiseshell sushi came from the fact that the pickled white fish shines "tortoiseshell color". Mainly white... -
Fukagawa Meshi (深川めし)
In each Japan region, there is a "local cuisine" that represents food culture of that region. Kiritanpo in Akita, miso katsu in Aichi City, Seri hot pot in Miyagi Prefecture ... and so on. Of course, even in the big city of Tokyo, there ... -
Shinagawa Meshi (品川めし)
Introduction Shinagawa-meshi is that memorable dish that will take tourists and locals on a culinary trip, leaving them with an unforgettable taste and a better grasp of Japanese traditions and culture. Even if it’s bought from a Japanes... -
Edomae Sushi (江戸前寿司)
Edomae sushi is the traditional cuisine in Japan, commonly known as the combination of cooked rice and fresh raw fish, season with vinegar. The cuisine is associated with a specific culture and set of cooking traditions and practices. Th... -
Shirasu (しらす)
In Japan, whitebait is called shirasu, which is small immature fish. They are less than 2cm in length, typically sardines, but can also be the fry of herring, sweet fish, conger eel, or others. This tiny fish ingredient can be found in almost all Japanese supermarkets. You can eat it raw or boiled. -
Namerou (なめろう)
It is such a satisfying meal that you will lick the plate clean, hence the name namerou which means to lick. It is a seafood dish that consists of multiple kinds of fresh fish minced up together. -
Kumagaya Udon (熊谷うどん)
Along with Kagawa prefecture, which is known as "Udon Prefecture", Saitama Prefecture is also the "Udon Kingdom". The production volume is the second largest in Japan. Since ancient times, udon has been eaten in various situations i...
