Atsuta Shrine has a strong spiritual atmosphere, a shrine complex that covers over 200,000 square meters. It’s said to have been established in the 1st century, so Atsuta Shrine has immense cultural and historical significance, built in dedication to the deity Atsuta no Okami, along with the “Five Great Gods of Atsuta.” It is also the prestigious home of the “Kusanagi no Tsurugi,” which means “grass-mowing sword,” one of the 3 Imperial Regalia, a sacred artifact that matches jewels inside Tokyo’s Imperial Palace and the mirrors of Ise Jingu Shrine in Ise City (the very shrine which Atsuta was remodelled after). Immersed within narrow trees and fine streams which weave along the forest floor, the pleasant grounds also feature many smaller shrines with colorful sake barrels stacked high, a festive gift to the gods. Pop into Atsuta Shrine’s local noodle restaurant after visiting for a bowl of special Atsuta-style kishimen, characteristic flat udon noodles that are a specialty dish in Nagoya.

热田神社是一座占地面积超过 20 万平方米的神社建筑群，具有浓厚的祭祀氛围。据说热田神社始建于公元 1 世纪，因此热田神社与 "热田五大神 "一起被奉为热田之神，具有巨大的文化和历史意义。草薙之鹤 "的意思是 "割草剑"，它是三大御宝之一，是与东京皇宫内的珠宝和伊势市伊势神宫的镜子（热田神社就是仿照伊势神宫改建的）相媲美的神器。神社内林木葱郁，溪流潺潺，还有许多小型神社，神社内堆放着五颜六色的酒桶，是献给神灵的节日礼物。参拜结束后，您可以到热田神社的当地面馆品尝一碗热田风味的特色乌冬面。

厚田神社是日本最重要的神社之一，也是历史最悠久的神社之一，据说始建于公元 1 世纪。           

厚田神社美食体验与餐厅 | byFood

厚田神社

作为日本最重要的神社之一，古老的厚田神社供奉着日本最神圣的皇室礼服之一，还有一家美味的当地吉士门面馆。 

One of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan, Atsuta Shrine is also one of the most historic, said to have been established in the 1st century.           

Atsuta Shrine Food Experiences & Restaurants | byFood

Atsuta Shrine

Aichi Prefecture is located in the heart of the Chubu region of Japan, with its port city capital of Nagoya trailing down to meet Ise Bay in the west. A major transit hub, Nagoya is a powerful economic player in Japan’s industrial production, hosting the headquarters of car mogul Toyota, keeping the economy thriving as one of the strongest in the country. Nagoya is the birthplace of the pachinko parlor and some of Japan’s most famous feudal leaders, but the city’s technological expertise and futuristic downtown Sakae area are balanced by the traditional culture of Atsuta Shrine, Osu Kannon Temple, and Nagoya Castle. Alongside the Chubu International Airport, Tokoname is a famous pottery town filled with artist studios, galleries, and shops selling local wares. To the north, Inuyama is home to Inuyama Castle (a national treasure) and the open-air architectural museum of Meiji-Mura, a village filled with Meiji Era style buildings. 

Two peninsula points wrap around the waters of Mikawa Bay with views of the sea from Mount Horaiji to Aichi’s east, featuring cedar-lined hiking trails leading to its 8th-century temple. Atsumi Peninsula in particular hosts some popular surfing spots like Akabane Beach, and of course, plenty of tasty seafood. The hard-working culture of Aichi Prefecture is fueled by a collective love of all foods flavored with miso, where the city of Okazaki pays homage to soybean paste with its very own miso museum. Aichi Prefecture boasts unique spins on traditional dishes like tonkatsu topped with red miso sauce and miso-flavored hot pots such as miso nikomi udon, alongside a specialty of thick, flat noodles called kishimen. With a long-established work ethic (fueled by morning breakfast sets with coffee) and a knack for making things (monozukuri), Aichi offers a number of cultural and delicious destinations plus well-connected access to greater Japan.

爱知县位于日本中部地区的中心，其港口城市首府名古屋向西延伸至伊势湾。名古屋是一个重要的交通枢纽，也是日本工业生产的强大经济参与者，汽车大亨丰田公司的总部就设在名古屋，使名古屋成为日本经济最繁荣的地区之一。名古屋是柏青哥（Pachinko）游戏的发源地，也是日本一些最著名的封建领袖的诞生地，但名古屋的专业技术和充满未来感的荣市中心区与热田神社、大须观音寺和名古屋城的传统文化相得益彰。中部国际机场旁的常滑是一个著名的陶器之乡，到处都是艺术家工作室、画廊和出售当地产品的商店。北面的犬山城（国宝）和露天建筑博物馆明治村（一个充满明治时代风格建筑的村庄）就坐落于此。 

有两个半岛环绕三河湾水域，从爱知县东部的蓬莱寺山可眺望海景，山间的雪松小径可通往这座建于 8 世纪的寺庙。渥美半岛（Atsumi Peninsula）尤其是赤羽海滩（Akabane Beach）等冲浪胜地，当然还有许多美味的海鲜。爱知县的勤劳文化源于对所有味噌食品的集体热爱，冈崎市拥有自己的味噌博物馆，向大豆酱致敬。爱知县对传统菜肴进行了独特的改良，例如红味噌酱猪排、味噌火锅（例如味噌尼康米乌冬面）以及一种名为 "岸门 "的特色粗扁面。爱知县有着悠久的职业道德（以早晨的咖啡早餐为动力）和制作工艺（monozukuri），是许多文化和美食的胜地，也是通往大日本的交通枢纽。

品尝味噌豚骨汤、味噌尼可米乌冬面等爱知当地美食和特色面条 "岸面"。预订爱知县的烹饪课程、美食之旅、餐饮体验和品尝会！

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爱知县是经济强县和港口城市名古屋的故乡，背靠群山，俯瞰三河湾周围的两个半岛，以味噌、免费早餐和更多味噌而闻名。 

Taste local Aichi foods like miso tonkatsu and miso nikomi udon, alongside their specialty noodle, kishimen. Book cooking classes, food tours, dining experiences, and tastings in Aichi!

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Home to the economic powerhouse and port city of Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture backs onto mountainous landscapes that overlook the two peninsulas surrounding Mikawa Bay and famously fuels its hard-working people with miso, complimentary breakfasts, and more miso. 

One of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan, the ancient Atsuta Shrine holds one of Japan’s sacred Imperial regalia and a delicious local kishimen noodle restaurant. 

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Family-friendly

History, culture, shrines, AND tasty Japanese food? Need we say more? Join this walking tour of Nagoya to visit Atsuta Shrine, explore a tranquil forest, learn about Shintoism, try regional foods, and high-quality Japanese tea alongside a cheerful English-speaking guide. 

Nagoya is a city steeped in history, spirituality, and mouthwatering cuisine. At the heart of Nagoya's cultural tapestry is the renowned Atsuta Shrine, a sacred sanctuary founded over 1,900 years ago that is one of the country’s most venerable Shinto shrines. This is where your adventure begins! 

Tour the Atsuta Shrine grounds while learning about its history and culture from your knowledgeable guide. Here, you’ll participate in a Shinto purification ritual and venture into the tranquil forest to soak up the natural scenery. After this, visit a local restaurant to try kishimen noodles–a Nagoya specialty! These flat, wide noodles are often served in a savory soy-based broth, accompanied by an assortment of toppings like green onions, tempura, and fish cakes. Top off the experience with high-quality Japanese tea and kiyome mochi (adzuki bean sweets). 

Your tour includes:
Visiting Atsuta Shrine and the surrounding forest
Learning about Shintoism and participating in a purification ritual 
Marvel at Shinmei-zukuri (gabled roof) architecture
Discover the history and stories of Amaterasu (a sun goddess) and the sacred Kusanagi sword
Enjoy a regional specialty–kishimen noodles (flat noodles)
Sip on matcha tea and savor kiyome mochi–Japanese sweets made from adzuki beans

Join a walking history, culture, & food experience in Nagoya! Visit Atsuta Shrine, explore the tranquil forest, learn about Shintoism, & try kishimen noodles (a regional specialty) alongside a friendly English-speaking host.

Join a guided walking tour of Nagoya! Visit Atsuta Shrine, explore a tranquil forest, learn about Shintoism, & try kishimen noodles (a regional specialty). You'll also learn about the city's history & culture from your trusty host.

Nagoya Food & Culture Tour: Atsuta Shrine & Kishimen Noodles | byFood

Food tour featuring street food vendors, stalls, and shops.

以街头小贩、摊位和商店为特色的美食之旅。

街头美食之旅

Street Food Tours

Nagoya Food & Culture Tour: Atsuta Shrine & Kishimen Noodles

地方美食

Regional food

含 1 杯饮料

With 1 drink

Follow the path of the famous Youtuber, Strictly Dumpling, and explore the best food that Nagoya has to offer. Nagoya is famed for its Aka Miso (red soybean paste), so of course Nagoyans proudly use this regional miso paste in a variety of their local dishes. In fact, two of the three dishes on this food tour feature this delicious umami ingredient!

Have you already tried tonkatsu, the deep-fried pork cutlet with a perfectly crispy exterior? If you like tonkatsu, you’ll love Miso Katsu, the Nagoya version which is drizzled with a special miso sauce. Our first stop on this Nagoya food tour is to a restaurant serving up this classic local dish, with an incredibly tall side of cabbage. 

Then, we’ll try Miso Nikomi Udon, an udon noodle dish served in a unique miso soup that’s a specialty of Nagoya. And if you think a normal serving is not enough for you, no problem, they also serve big sizes!* These udon chewy noodles are hearty and satisfying, while the broth packs a savory punch that’ll make your mouth water.

Lastly, we’ll end the tour at Nagoya's most famous izakaya. Izakaya are Japanese gastropub, where you can indulge in a variety of deep-fried snacks, skewers, and drinks. But on this tour, we’ll dig into some peppery chicken wings (or, if you have an appetite like Strictly Dumpling, how about 100?*), and wash them down with a thirst-quenching beverage. 

*The regular size is provided on this tour. Please note that if you choose the large portion, you will need to pay the difference between the prices of the normal size and the large. 

Nagoya’s specialty dishes, like tebasaki (chicken wings) and red miso dishes are packed full of flavor! Enjoy succulent fried pork cutlets, comforting miso nikomi udon, and other regional must-eats during this Nagoya food tour.

Eat like the Nagoyans! Taste the regional foods of Nagoya, including their popular miso dishes and chicken wings at a famous izakaya during this Nagoya food tour.

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Food tour of a particular area or neighborhood.

街区/区域游

Neighborhood/Area Tours

Regional Nagoya Food Tour

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Vegetarian

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Pescetarian

宠物友好

Pet-friendly

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Enjoy an intimate exploration of the famous Osu Shopping Street in this food tour of some of Nagoya’s most celebrated foods.

You will meet your guide at Osu Kannon Temple, a famous place of worship in Nagoya. Your guide will tell you the differences between a Shinto shrine and a Buddhist temple. After you make a wish, you will be able to start the foodie portion of this Nagoya food tour! 

Our next stop is the Osu Shopping Street, which has a history of over 400 years and over 1000 shops and restaurants. Here, you’ll taste the traditional street foods sure to satisfy both sweet tooth and savory cravings, and you’ll find out all about their origin story and significance of each dish you try.

For example, you’ll try dishes like gohei mochi (a grilled rice cake that’s a specialty from Gifu prefecture), karaage (the classic Japanese fried chicken), and miso kushi katsu (deep-fried skewers of meat with a hearty red miso sauce). There will also be a stop where you can try an “ebifry” (deep-fried shrimp) sandwich. Of course, you’ll also get to try local Nagoya specialties like uiro (a traditional Japanese steamed sweet that has been produced locally for over a century). 

Through food and local customs, you’ll learn about the traditions and long history of Osu, tasting your way through the past and into the future. 

Explore Nagoya’s Osu Kannon Temple and Osu Shopping Street, learning about the area’s history and cultural traditions from a local tour guide. Stop by 5 street food stalls for some tasty local bites, and even draw your omikuji fortune at the temple!

Try street foods in Nagoya’s Osu Shopping Street, visit a local temple and shrine, and taste local delicacies like grilled mochi and uiro in this Nagoya food tour!

Osu Street Food Tour in Nagoya | byFood

Osu Street Food Tour in Nagoya

Nagoya–a captivating city in Japan's Aichi Prefecture–is a treasure trove of cultural heritage and culinary wonders. One such wonder is the Osu Kannon district! Located in Nagoya's Naka Ward, this district is a captivating thoroughfare that resonates with history, culture, commerce, and a vibrant tapestry of experiences. It's not just a street; it's a microcosm of Nagoya's essence, a place where tradition and modernity unite. 

At the heart of the Osu Kannon district stands the Osu Kannon Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple that traces its origins back to the Kamakura period. The temple's history is intertwined with the city's own, surviving fires, wars, and transformations. Your experience starts here! Explore the Osu Kannon district and temple–where you’ll participate in omairi (worshipping at shrines and temples). Move onto the historical part of the district, where you’ll try 5 different regional street foods…

Miso Oden: A heartwarming regional stew featuring an assortment of ingredients (tofu, daikon radish, and fish cakes) simmered in a savory miso broth
Takoyaki: Piping-hot balls made of batter and pieces of octopus
Taiyaki: Fish-shaped sweets made of batter and stuffed with filling (red bean paste, custard)
Dim Sum: Nagoya’s pork-filled version of this traditional Chinese street food
Japanese Sweet Potato with (or without) ice cream

Throughout the tour, your guide will provide insights into the history and traditions of the Osu district, enhancing your understanding and appreciation for the local culture. Please note that the itinerary is subject to change based on the availability of the local food stalls and unforeseen circumstances–but never fear! Your guide will ensure the best possible experience and communicate with you from start to finish.

Join a walking food tour of Nagoya! Visit the historical Osu Kannon district, see a temple, learn about its history, & try 5 different street foods (miso oden, takoyaki, taiyaki, dim sum, sweet potato) alongside an English-speaking host.

Join a walking food tour of Nagoya! Visit the historical Osu Kannon district, see a temple, learn about the city’s history & culture, then try 5 different regional street foods alongside an English-speaking host.

Nagoya Culture Tour: Osu Kannon St, Temple Customs, & Food | byFood

Nagoya Culture Tour: Osu Kannon St, Temple Customs, & Food

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Elevate your lunchtime experience with the fascinating world of Japanese bento boxes! These compact and visually stunning meals are a feast for the eyes and a taste bud delight. 

Bento boxes originated in Japan and have been integral to the culture for centuries. They are carefully crafted to provide a balanced and satisfying meal that includes a variety of flavors, textures, and colors. From perfectly cooked rice to a selection of vibrant vegetables, tender meats, and savory seafood, bento boxes offer diverse culinary delights. From popular video games and anime characters to animals and nature motifs, Japan is renowned for its creative bento box designs. 

Your host–Grandma Junko–was born and raised in Nagoya. She nurtured her passion for healthy Japanese cooking, went on to open a natural food store, and teaches cooking classes to eager students from all over the world. Grandma Junko puts her heart and soul into the food she prepares, and this seasonal bento box-making class is no exception! 

This cooking class's overall theme, designs, and ingredients are seasonal and will vary depending on when you join the class. Take a look at the seasonal schedule below: 

March to May: Spring cherry blossom viewing design
June to August: Summer Star Festival design
September to November: Autumn leaves design
December to February: Winter snowman design

Each bento comes with a miso soup filled with seasonal veggies hand selected by a self-professed vegetable sommelier (your host). 

Learn how to make a traditional Japanese bento box in Nagoya! Make one of four seasonally-inspired bento boxes depending on when you join the class. Designs include spring sakura, summer stars, autumn leaves, and winter snowmen.

Experience the seasons of Japan with this bento-box-making workshop in Nagoya! You’ll cook alongside a Japanese grandma in a warm, welcoming environment and learn the art of aesthetic bento boxes.

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A fun, hands-on cooking experience for home cooks, people with basic cooking skills, or kids.

为家庭厨师、有烹饪基础的人或孩子们提供有趣的烹饪实践体验。

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Casual Cooking Classes

Cute Japanese Bento Workshop with Japanese Grandma (Nagoya)

There's nothing like Grandma's cooking, which you'll get to experience in this heartwarming cooking experience in Nagoya. Grandma Junko was born and raised in Nagoya, where she has nurtured her passion for healthy Japanese food and cooking. She turned her passion into her purpose by opening a natural food store, later making her first foray into teaching with a healthy cake and natural yeast bread cooking class.

A licensed cook, stickler for hygiene, and self-proclaimed vegetable sommelier, hosts like Grandma Junko are hard to come by! This cooking experience will teach you lifelong skills and the beauty of traditional Japanese cuisine (washoku). Washoku can be broken down into two components, 'wa' (Japan) and 'shoku' (food or to eat)–this term is steeped in history and represents the food of Japan. Care to learn more? Well, you're in luck! Your host–Grandma Junko–happens to be an expert in washoku cooking and is eager to share her knowledge with you.

During this hands-on experience, Grandma Junko will teach you about washoku philosophies and key ingredients used for this style of cooking. Shio koji–a condiment used for marinades/seasoning–is a white paste comprised up of koji (a bacteria starter), rice, and salt. Shio koji, miso paste, and soy sauce are cornerstones of washoku cooking. Speaking of cooking, what's on the menu today? You'll be creating an 'ichiju sansai' meal, translating to 'one soup, three dishes'–a concept that ensures a balanced meal.

You'll have a choice between two set menus, however, both will have two sides and a soup in common. Upon booking, please leave a note whether you'd like to prepare to make teriyaki chicken or salmon. 

Chicken: Grilled red miso chicken, Japanese rolled omelet, spinach with sesame sauce, Grandma Junko’s hearty soup, and 2 onigiri (salmon flakes and katsuobushi) 
Salmon: Grilled koji salt salmon, Japanese rolled omelet, mashed tofu salad, pork miso soup, and 2 onigiri (salmon flake and katsuobushi)

Learn the art of traditional Japanese cooking (washoku) from Grandma Junko. In this class, you will learn how to make one of two meat options (chicken or salmon), and Japanese rolled omelets, miso soup, and other traditional sides.

Learn the art of traditional Japanese cooking (washoku) and how to cook for longevity alongside a Japanese Grandma! Cultivate home lifelong cooking skills and memories with this heartwarming experience. 

Traditional Japanese Cooking Class with Grandma Junko in Nagoya | byFood

Traditional Japanese Cooking Class with Grandma Junko

Grandma Junko’s kitchen is filled with warmth, joy, love, and decades of culinary experience. Born and raised in Nagoya, Grandma Junko turned a passion for healthy Japanese cooking into her purpose. After fine-tuning her cooking skills and harnessing generational recipes, she went on to open a natural food store and teach healthy cooking classes.

Today, Grandma Junko wants to share her kitchen-led passions with you! In this cooking class, you’ll learn how to make two Nagoya specialties: tebasaki-style chicken wings, kishimen flat udon noodles, and tenmusu-style onigiri.

Tebasaki-style chicken wings are Nagoya's answer to the beloved buffalo wings. What sets them apart is their bold and flavorful seasoning. Marinated in a blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of spice, the wings are then grilled to perfection. The locals love to pair these wings with a refreshing pint of beer or a glass of local sake, creating the perfect harmony of flavors. 

While udon noodles are popular throughout Japan, Nagoya has its own versio of this beloved dish with kishimen flat udon noodles. These wide, flat udon noodles are served in a savory soy-based broth, accompanied by an array of toppings like green onions, tempura bits, and slices of grilled pork. The noodles have a satisfying chewiness, and the broth is rich and comforting. 

Last but definitely not least are tenmusu-style onigiri: a perfectly seasoned ball of sushi rice, lovingly wrapped in a sheet of crispy tempura batter. Yes, you heard it right! Tenmusu combines the crispy goodness of tempura with the comforting simplicity of onigiri.

Once you’ve created the three main events, you’ll also learn how to make classic Japanese side dishes like rolled omelets, and spinach in sesame sauce.

Discover Japanese culture via food with this unique cooking class in Nagoya! Develop lifelong skills and learn how to make regional specialties–tebasaki chicken wings, kishimen udon noodles, and tenmusu onigiri–alongside a friendly Japanese Grandma.

Develop lifelong cooking skills and make memories alongside a Japanese grandma born and raised in Nagoya! Your teacher (Grandma Junko) has carefully curated some of Nagoya’s most famous recipes to share with you in this special cooking class.

Grandma Junko’s Kitchen: Nagoya Specialties | byFood

Grandma Junko’s Kitchen: Nagoya Specialties

What comes to mind when you hear the word sushi? Is it hand rolls or pieces of nigiri? What about oshizushi or chakin sushi? If you’ve never heard of those last two, you’re in luck! Learn how to make the latter two at a cooking class in Nagoya, with a Japanese grandma by your side.

Before we dive in, let us introduce you to your special host–Nagoya born and raised Grandma Junko! She turned a passion for healthy Japanese food and cooking into her purpose by first opening a health food store, then going on to teach specialty cooking classes. A self-confessed stickler for hygiene and vegetable-lover, she brings unmatched warmth and energy to her cooking experiences. 

Ok, moving onto the sushi-er side of things! The first item on your sushi-making schedule is oshizushi–literally ‘pressed sushi’–which is a form of sushi made by packing sushi rice and other ingredients into a wooden mold called an oshibako. This style of sushi originated in the Kansai region of Japan and has gained popularity throughout the country. The result is a beautifully shaped block of sushi that is then sliced into bite-sized pieces.

Next is chakin sushi, also known as ‘sushi in a tea towel’. This unique and visually appealing style of sushi is filled with seasoned rice and wrapped in a thin egg omelet, then tied shut with spring onion or other green vegetables. The result is a sushi package that resembles a traditional Japanese tea bag. 

Finally, it’s time to unleash your creativity! You’ll learn how to make a maki (rolled) sushi with an artsy twist with an inside-filling design that should look like a rose.

Learn how to make three lesser-known types of sushi at this cooking class in Nagoya! Grandma Junko will teach you about Japanese culinary traditions and how to make rose-shaped maki sushi, chakin sushi, and oshizushi. 

Make three unique types of sushi with a Japanese grandma in Nagoya. Create rose-shaped maki sushi, oshizushi, and chakin sushi in a warm, welcoming environment suitable for all skill levels. 

Sushi Making Class with Japanese Grandma in Nagoya | byFood

Sushi Making Class with Japanese Grandma in Nagoya

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There’s worldwide appreciation for Japanese food, with Tokyo boasting the world’s highest number of Michelin-starred restaurants for the 12th year in a row in 2019. Not only is Japan home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the world, but the Japanese cuisine (“washoku”) is also celebrated as one of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritages. The main staples of Japanese food include rice (in various forms from steamed white rice to mochi), soy products (tofu, soy sauce, miso soup, natto), fish (sashimi, bonito flakes, grilled salmon), seaweed (kombu, nori, wakame), noodles (soba, udon, ramen), and tsukemono (Japanese pickles). Different regions of Japan also have their own specialty foods. Osaka, considered “The Nation’s Kitchen” is the birthplace of takoyaki, Kyoto is famous for tofu and yuba, and Okinawa is known for goya champuru (bittermelon stir fry). Many regions in Japan have their own special twists on dishes like Japanese ramen, nabe (hot pot), and ozoni (mochi soup eaten on New Year’s Day). Explore the Japanese foods above and learn about the diversity of Japanese cuisine, then perhaps you can join a food experience and learn to make Japanese food during a cooking class, become an expert on Japanese sake or tea during a tasting experience, or discover your new favorite type of ramen during a ramen tour. The landscape of Japanese food is evolving, so eating in Japan is always an adventure, with restaurants and chefs riffing on traditional and modern foods, Eastern and Western cooking styles and flavors, and creating inventive eats like chocolate ramen, matcha beer, or ridiculously pillowy Japanese pancakes. Discover your new favorite Japanese food here on byFood and delve deeper into Japanese food culture.

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传统日式料理 / 怀石料理 / 嘉宝料理

Traditional Japanese / Kaiseki / Kappo

Kaiseki is a dining style which often emphasizes the hospitality of the host, and the connection between them and the guests. That’s why the counter seats are the best in the house at this Michelin-starred kaiseki in Nagoya (although private rooms are available). 

You’ll be able to watch the chef create exquisite traditional dishes such as clam soup, firefly squid gratin, conger eel hotpot, and charcoal grilled vegetables. There’s a heavy seasonal focus in everything they serve, and as such the menu regularly changes to match the climate and produce of the day.

Otobashi Sumiya offers excellent value for lunch meals, but the dinner omakase course really lets you get a full taste of the seasons, and showcases the full range of skills of the chef.

Refined kaiseki restaurant in Nagoya, from a Michelin-starred chef who cooks traditional dishes with class and style. Click to reserve now!

Otobashi Sumiya | Traditional Japanese Restaurant in Nagoya | byFood

Otobashi Sumiya

鳗鱼/鳗鲡

Unagi / Anago (Eel)

This grilled unagi shop in Nagoya is famed among gourmands for its thick cuts of eel which maintain a perfect balance of crispy skin and soft flesh. Due to its reputation for quality and value, expect to queue for up to an hour.

Also on offer are some eel-based appetizers like a soup made from the innards. The real pièce de résistance, however, is the hitsumabushi. This is a Nagoya style of preparing and eating eel, with four chopped pieces presented on a dish.

Each chunk is intended to be enjoyed differently. The first is plain; the second, with condiments; the third, with condiments and tea on top; and the final part is a freeform choice for you to repeat whichever of the previous three you loved the most. 

Only a limited number available daily, as it uses more than just one eel and lots of eel livers, so be sure to arrive early if you want to be guaranteed a taste of this local delicacy.

This grilled unagi shop in Nagoya is famed among gourmands for its thick cuts of eel which maintain a perfect balance of crispy skin and soft flesh.

Unafuji | Unagi Restaurant in Nagoya | byFood

Unafuji

天妇罗/油炸食品

Tempura / Fried Foods

Tempura Ayame is a Michelin-starred tempura restaurant in Nagoya in the hands of its second generation owner, with the third generation in training. The chef trained at top shops in Tokyo before returning to his hometown to take over the family business.

He uses a house blend of sesame and cottonseed oil to fry his ingredients, most of which are sourced fresh from the local markets each day. Classic dishes like prawn tempura are of course on the menu at Ayame, as well as offerings such as the signature sweet potato tempura with brandy. 

The entire premises is fresh and contemporary, with a comfortable and clean interior separated from the outside by a slate gray sliding door emblazoned with the restaurant insignia, and flanked by timber on one side.  

Just 5 seats are available at their counter, so be sure to make a reservation in advance if you want to be certain of landing a spot here.

One of Nagoya’s best Michelin-starred tempura restaurants, in the expert hands of its second generation chef. Click to make a reservation now!

Tempura Ayame | Tempura Restaurant in Nagoya | byFood

Tempura Ayame

寿司

Sushi

Naoki Ueda is the son of a sushi chef, and even still uses the same rice supplier which his father used for so many years. That’s not the only thing passed down the generations. He also inherited the skills to create world-class sushi, which has won him the highest honor in the Michelin Guide: 3 stars. 

Ueda-san and his wife recognize what this means on the global culinary scene, so they’ve taken to their role as sushi ambassadors to the world with gusto (despite their limited English). There are only 6 seats at their counter, and only one group seated per evening, meaning they can provide their full attention to their guests. 

These guests are treated to an omakase course meal of appetizers followed by nigiri. All of these are served on antique dishware, of which the couple are avid collectors. Some highlights include charcoal-grilled unagi eel, lightly-salted purple sea urchin nigiri from Hokkaido, and a sugary fish and potato omelet to finish the meal, slow cooked for an incredible texture.

Ueda’s fatty tuna — the benchmark nigiri of any great sushi restaurant — is truly outstanding. This alone would be enough justification for their three Michelin stars, so consider all of the other exciting and unique dishes, the world-class service, and the excellent ambiance all added bonuses.

One of a select few sushi restaurants in Japan to hold the coveted 3 Michelin star rating: a flagship for amazing Japanese cuisine. Reserve your seat here.

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