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Kansai Cuisine

Ise Ebi (伊勢えび)

Ise Ebi, or Ise lobster, is a local specialty known for its sweet and tender meat. It is often enjoyed grilled, boiled, or sashimi-style. 1)

Tekone Sushi (てこね寿司)

Tekone Sushi is a local style of sushi from Mie, featuring marinated maguro (tuna) on top of rice. The marinade typically includes soy sauce, mirin, and other seasonings. 2)

Matsusaka Beef (松阪牛)

Matsusaka Beef is one of Japan's renowned Wagyu beef varieties. Known for its high marbling and tenderness, it's often enjoyed as yakiniku (grilled meat) or in sukiyaki. 3)

Ise Udon (伊勢うどん)

Ise Udon is a thick wheat noodle dish often served in a soy-based broth with green onions and tempura. It's a popular comfort food in the region. 4)

Tekka Don (鉄火丼)

Tekka Don is a rice bowl dish topped with fresh sashimi, often featuring maguro (tuna) and other seafood. It's a delightful and visually appealing dish. 5)

Akafuku Mochi (赤福餅)

Akafuku Mochi is a traditional sweet from Ise, consisting of sweet red bean paste encased in a layer of mochi (glutinous rice cake). It has a distinctive flat shape. 6)

Ise Somen (伊勢そうめん)

Ise Somen is thin wheat noodles that are often enjoyed cold, served with a dipping sauce. It's a refreshing dish, particularly popular during the summer. 7)

Iga Beef (伊賀牛)

Iga Beef is another local Wagyu variety, known for its marbling and rich flavor. It's often featured in yakiniku and sukiyaki dishes. 8)

Tekone Sushi (てこね寿司)

Tekone Sushi is a local specialty from Mie, featuring marinated maguro (tuna) on top of rice. The marinade typically includes soy sauce, mirin, and other seasonings. 9)

Meoto Zenzai (夫婦善哉)

Meoto Zenzai is a sweet red bean soup served with mochi. The dish symbolizes harmony between husband and wife. 10)

Ise Udon (伊勢うどん)

Ise Udon is a thick wheat noodle dish often served in a soy-based broth with green onions and tempura. It's a popular comfort food in the region. 11)

Tekka Maki (鉄火巻き)

Tekka Maki is a type of sushi roll featuring maguro (tuna) as the main ingredient. It is rolled with rice and seaweed, creating a classic and flavorful sushi. 12)

Mikimoto Pearl Island Oysters (御木本真珠島牡蠣)

Mie is known for its oysters, and those from Mikimoto Pearl Island are particularly prized. They are enjoyed fresh or grilled. 13)

Ise Tea (伊勢茶)

Ise Tea is a type of green tea produced in the region. It has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, making it a popular choice among tea enthusiasts. 14)

Mie Prefecture

Mie Prefecture, located in the Kansai region of Japan, is known for its rich culinary heritage, combining fresh seafood from the Pacific Ocean with locally grown ingredients. 15)