Japanese Cuisine in Wakayama
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How to Eat Kumano Beef
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- Japan has established a reputation throughout the world for its Kobe beef. There’s a lot of hype surrounding the treatment of the cows, how they drink beer, and enjoy frequent massages. The rich marbling of this beef has led to many imitators due to the strict export regulations. While Kobe beef must be from the Hyogo Prefecture, other areas of Japan have also taken note and are raising cattle of similar quality. The Kumano region is quickly becoming famous for its own richly marbled cattle. How to Eat Kumano Beef The flavor of Kumano beef can be described as having a slightly sweet taste. Due to its high fat content, this savory meat is known for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The best way to enjoy this beef is by having it prepared on a teppanyaki grill; this high-heat cooking method allows the beef to form a beautiful crust while leaving the inside a perfect medium to medium rare. Chefs who prepare this meat are very mindful of the temperature and will be careful not to overcook it, allowing it to keep its natural juiciness and distinct flavor. How to Eat Kumano Beef Steakhouse Hinoki in Tsukiji has become a must-see place for steak aficionados. This restaurant’s guests have nothing but wonderful things to say about the food here, with many people saying it’s the best meal they’ve had in Japan. Steakhouse Hinoki has gained a reputation for its limited seating and attention to quality over a desire for profit. This has created a certain kind of hype around the restaurant, but the food can’t be praised enough. How to Eat Kumano Beef ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Wakayama
- 2018.04.12
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Shojin Ryori in Koyasan at Hanabishi Restaurant
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- Whenever people hear about Buddhism, they think of the big fat bald man meditating in the mountains. What most don’t know is that there is a strict diet Buddhist monks follow. Despite the obese image, they maintain their compassion for life through their vegetarian diet. But beyond blindly adhering to religious doctrine, they do this to improve their mental and spiritual strength. In Wakayama, you can find these Buddhist monk’s meals, or Shojin Ryori, beyond the temple. Hanabishi Restaurant has what you need. Shojin Ryori in Koyasan at Hanabishi Restaurant Located directly next to the tourist office, Hanabishi provides the temple experience many search for but are hard-pressed to find. While there are many family-run restaurants in Koya-san, they don’t provide the satisfactory, clean meals of the Buddhists monks like Hanabishi. You feel the dedication to self-preservation in the design immediately as you enter the restaurant. Shojin Ryori in Koyasan at Hanabishi Restaurant The space and minimalism of the table settings, the cutlery and the lighting bring you into a relaxed state. Think of a temple setting combined with the familiarity of your home. This subtle feeling trickles down in to the food. You won’t feel stiff in the stuffy atmosphere temples are usually known for. But rather as if you are settling down in a slightly more elegant version of your family’s home. A perfect combination of the two. Shojin Ryori in Koyasan at Hanabishi Restaurant ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Wakayama
- 2018.04.11
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What to Eat in Wakayama
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- While Wakayama and its cuisine is often seen to live in the shadow of its neighbour Osaka, referred to as “Japan’s Kitchen”, the prefecture has its own impressive bill of fare. As Japan’s biggest producer of mandarin oranges and Japanese plums as well as home to what some believe to be the best ramen shops in the country, a trip around the Kii Peninsula is sure to not disappoint the foodies among us. Ramen Ramen It goes without saying that there is no shortage of ramen shops around Japan. However, the noodle soup served up in Wakayama is said to be some of the tastiest you can get your hands on. On a trip to Wakayama City, even jumping in a taxi can help direct you towards a good bowl of noodles with the Wakayama Ramen Taxi drivers trained specially to share their knowledge about the best of the ramen the city has to offer. Many a ramen connoisseur is sure to recommend Kuku restaurant. Located in the north of the city towards the Kinu River this Chinese restaurant serves various Chinese dishes but the tonkotsu ramen and hitokuchi gyoza (bite sized dumplings) are a must-try. Japanese lunch set Japanese lunch set While visiting Wakayama City, a half-day at Wakaura Bay should be on everyone’s itinerary. Brimming with inviting cafes and restaurants, there should be no difficult scheduling in lunch or dinner into your trip. Lunch deals are common and often come in at around 1,000 yen, although it’s also worth hanging around the bay into the night when you can get similar sets at a slightly higher price. Wakaya Tsuya, found alongside one of the rivers that flows into the bay, offers colourful and varied lunch sets and cosy, date-worthy seating. Originally the Wakayama Fishing Association building, Wakaya Tsuya has kept its traditional charm and some Japanese staples such as rice, soup, and pickles with the welcome addition of some modern fried favourites. Shirasudon Shirasudon With many of Wakayama Prefecture’s towns looking onto the Pacific Ocean, the choice of seafood is vast. The historical seaside town of Yuasa harvests the most whitebait, a small white fish known as shirasu, in the prefecture whose subtle flavour works perfectly over a bowl of rice and topped with sauce. Just one minute from Yuasa Station among the wooden houses sits Kadoya Shokudo, a family business opened in 1946. Now run by the grandchildren of the original owners, Kadoya is not only proud of its shirasudon - raw or cooked shirasu served over rice - but also its tare, a special sauce unique to the shop. Takoyaki Takoyaki Semi-cooked octopus may sound like a challenge but one bite into a takoyaki ball is sure to have you convinced. Made from the same pancake mix as okonomiyaki, takoyaki’s secret ingredient is the chunk of octopus that is inserted into its centre before they are fried into balls. Most commonly eaten as a snack, there are several spots around Wakayama Prefecture that serve takoyaki including at the Toretore Market in seaside town Shirahama. While the octopus in your standard takoyaki is well hidden away, the bite-sized snacks from Toretore Market are keeping no secrets with the octopus legs dangling freely from one side. Umeboshi Umeboshi Producing more Japanese plums than any other prefecture in the country, Wakayama is the place to try out umeboshi. Umeboshi are plums pickled in vinegar which are so sour and salty they are usually eaten with rice, most commonly in onigiri or as part of a bento box. Shirahama’s Toretore Market sells a plenitude of umeboshi flavours which can be bought as quirky gifts or to take home for your own rice balls. ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Wakayama
- 2018.04.10
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4.028 Reviews - Kaiseki/Kappo Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- Wakayama Pref. Wakayamashi Kuroda 2-1-25
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Looking for fresh sashimi found Mihanami three blocks from Wakayama Station. Pretty crowded with locals as you would expect at 7:00 pm on a Saturday night but they squeezed me in at the end of the...
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- Shunsai Kushiyakidan (kokutai doro Restaurant)
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4.02 Reviews - Yakitori Grilled Chicken
- Wakayama Pref. Wakayamashi Kozaika 3-6-7
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国体道路を南下し、旧ダイエーの手前にある居酒屋。駐車場も広く、車でのアクセスも容易。全室個室なので家族にも、ビジネスにもおすすめ。
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- Ryoutei MIDORI
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3.01 Reviews - Kaiseki/Kappo Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- Wakayama Kainan-shi Funoo 185
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海南駅から徒歩圏内(10分ぐらい) 国道42号線沿い日方川近くに有る本格割烹です。 庭園を見ながら食事に最適でしょう。
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- Dining and Japanese Cuisine Seinomon
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4.52 Reviews - Kaiseki/Kappo Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- Wakayama Higashimuro-gun Kushimotocho Kushimoto 1735-34
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美味しいので串本に行けば必ず行く店です。新鮮な刺身、天婦羅、煮物など全体的にお勧めできます。ただ観光地なので少し割高に感じますが仕方がないかと思います。
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- Kappo Shimamoto
- Kaiseki/Kappo Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- Wakayama Pref. Wakayamashi Yoshida 366
Wakayama Areas
Wakayama prefecture unites pilgrims, food lovers, and culture buffs in a tranquil corner of Japan at the base of the Kii Peninsula. The setting for many a Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trail, Wakayama invites those in search of spirituality from one side of the prefecture to the other, from the 100-plus Buddhist temples of the sacred Mount Koya in the west to the inspiring temples of the Kumano Sanzan set among breathtaking nature in the east. Once the grueling hike is complete, make a beeline for Wakayama city to savor some of the country’s most delicious ramen noodles.
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