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Aichi Cuisine

Hitsumabushi (ひつまぶし)

Hitsumabushi is a Nagoya specialty, featuring grilled eel served over rice. It is enjoyed in three ways: eating it as is, adding condiments, and finally, pouring broth over the dish. 1)

Nagoya Cochin (名古屋コーチン)

Nagoya Cochin is a local breed of chicken prized for its flavorful and tender meat. It is often enjoyed in various dishes, including yakitori and hot pots. 2)

Kishimen (きしめん)

Kishimen is a type of flat udon noodle that originated in Nagoya. It is often served in a soy-based broth and can be enjoyed hot or cold. 3)

Tebasaki (手羽先)

Tebasaki is a Nagoya-style fried chicken wing dish known for its spicy and sweet glaze. It's a popular izakaya (pub) snack. 4)

Miso Katsu (味噌カツ)

Miso Katsu is a variation of tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet) topped with a rich red miso sauce. It's a Nagoya specialty. 5)

Ebi Furai (エビフライ)

Aichi is known for its delicious Ebi Furai, deep-fried breaded shrimp. The dish is often served with a tangy tonkatsu sauce. 6)

Hōchō (包丁)

Hōchō is a unique Aichi dish where thinly sliced sashimi-style seafood is served in a bowl shaped like a chef's knife (hōchō). 7)

Kakukiri Kamaboko (角切りかまぼこ)

Kakukiri Kamaboko is a type of fish cake with a distinctive square shape. It's commonly used as a topping for udon noodles. 8)

Nagoya-style Sushi (名古屋寿司)

Nagoya-style sushi often involves pressed sushi with toppings like eel and shrimp, reflecting the region's love for seafood. 9)

Kakamigahara Menchi Katsu (各務原メンチカツ)

Kakamigahara Menchi Katsu is a local specialty featuring deep-fried ground meat cutlet, often served in a sandwich or with curry. 10)

Aichi Tenmusu (愛知天むす)

Tenmusu is a dish that combines tempura shrimp and a rice ball wrapped in a perilla leaf. It's a popular snack in Aichi. 11)

Tebasaki Ramen (手羽先ラーメン)

Tebasaki Ramen combines Nagoya's famous chicken wings with a flavorful ramen broth, creating a unique and savory dish. 12)

Ankake Spaghetti (あんかけスパゲッティ)

Ankake Spaghetti features spaghetti noodles topped with a starchy, thickened sauce made with vegetables, meat, and seafood. 13)

Kiroku Yuba (記録湯葉)

Yuba, or tofu skin, is a popular ingredient in Aichi. Kiroku Yuba refers to simmered yuba served with various toppings. 14)

Nagoya Breakfast (名古屋朝ごはん)

Nagoya-style breakfast often includes hitsumabushi, tamagoyaki (sweet rolled omelet), rice, and miso soup, providing a hearty start to the day. 15)