Shikoku Food– Udon, Seafood & Traditional Island Cuisine –
Shikoku is the smallest of Japan’s four main islands and consists of four prefectures: Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, and Kochi. Despite its size, the region has a rich culinary heritage shaped by mountains and the Seto Inland Sea.
The region is especially famous for Sanuki udon from Kagawa as well as seafood and traditional rice-based dishes.
Discover the traditional foods and regional specialties of Shikoku in this category.
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Igisu Tofu (イギス豆腐)
Summer in Japan brings heat, humidity, and tired appetites. So coastal cooks invented cooling dishes to fight the season. One of the most unusual comes from the Seto Inland Sea. People there make Igisu tofu, a jelly-like dish from seawee... -
Kankan zushi (カンカンずし)
Kagawa is famous for udon, yet its food story runs deeper. One old dish carries a strange, catchy name. People call it Kankan zushi, a pressed sushi from Kagawa. Some also write it as Kankan sushi in English. The name comes from a sound,... -
Iriko Meshi (いりこ飯)
Kagawa is famous for udon, yet the prefecture hides other treasures. One of them is iriko meshi, a humble rice dish with deep flavor. Iriko means dried sardines, a pantry staple across western Japan. Cooks here simmer them into rice for ... -
Shodoshima Shoyu (小豆島の醤油)
Many people visit Shodoshima for olive trees and sea views. Yet I always think about a different treasure. It is Shodoshima soy sauce, also called Shodoshima shoyu. This island-made soy sauce tastes deep, calm, and surprisingly alive. If... -
Shodoshima Olives (小豆島オリーブ)
This beautiful place is a small island in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan. People all over the country call it "Olive Island." If you love fresh food, sunny views, and healthy living, this is the perfect place for your next adventure.&... -
Hishio Don (ひしお丼)
While this island is famous for its blue sea and green olive trees, there is another tasty secret you must discover. It is called Hishio Don. This special rice bowl is a local treasure that lets you taste the deep, warm history of J... -
Kasha-yaki / Kassha-yaki (かしゃ焼・かっしゃ焼)
Most people know this place for its famous "Sanuki Udon" noodles. But did you know there is a secret snack that locals love just as much? It is called Kasha-yaki (or Kassha-yaki). It looks just like a round octopus ball, but it is full o... -
Izumiya (いずみや)
Japanese local food has a special name: kyodo ryori. These dishes often show how smart a community is. They cooked using just what they had, based on their weather and resources. Izumiya (いずみや) is a unique meal from Ehime Prefecture.... -
Guruni (ぐる煮)
Guruni (ぐる煮) is a warm, classic vegetable stew from Kōchi Prefecture in Shikoku, Japan. This local dish is more than just food cooked together. It shows the strong history and community spirit of Kouchi. And so, read on to learn why G... -
Matsuyama Age Sushi (松山揚げずし 松山あげ)
Matsuyama Age Sushi is a special local food from Ehime Prefecture in the Shikoku area of Japan. Most regular sushi rolls use black seaweed as the wrapper, but this one is different. It uses a unique, tasty wrapper made from a local fried...
