Gourmet specialties that can only be tasted in Nagano! Introducing local cuisine from Shinshu soba to oyaki!
Table of Contents
- 1 Only in Nagano Attractiveness and Characteristics of Specialty Gourmet Foods
- 2 Enjoy Shinshu Soba Nagano's Soba Culture and Recommended Restaurants
- 3 Oyaki and Local Cuisine Experience the taste of home in Nagano
- 4 Meat Dishes in Nagano Shinshu beef, horse sashimi, grilled bandits
- 5 Unique local delicacies of Nagano Lomen, Shinshu Salmon, Shinshu Gibier
- 6 What to buy on your trip to Nagano Specialty Souvenirs and Gourmet Experiences
- 7 Enjoy with Gourmet Food Activities in Nagano
- 8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Nagano's famous gourmet specialties
- 9 summary
Only in Nagano
Specialty gourmet attractions and features
Nagano Prefecture is surrounded by mountains on all sides and is rich in nature,Numerous local dishes and gourmet specialties that make the most of seasonal ingredientsThe local people are the ones who are in charge of cooking the food. The ingredients nurtured by the climate with large differences in temperature, clean water, and fertile land have been sublimated into unique flavors through the wisdom and cooking methods of the local people.
Food that can only be found in Nagano, such as Shinshu soba, oyaki, and Shinshu beef, is popular among tourists, who can enjoy the local culinary culture that differs from region to region.
In this article, we introduce 10 specialty foods that you must try in Nagano Prefecture.
◆For those who want to know about gourmet food available for sightseeing in Nagano
◆Those who wish to purchase Nagano's famous gourmet products as souvenirs.
◆For those who want to know about specialty foods that can only be found in Nagano
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Enjoy Shinshu Soba
Nagano's Soba Culture and Recommended Restaurants
Shinshu soba (buckwheat noodles) is a specialty of Nagano Prefecture. The soba grown in an area with a large temperature difference between day and night and good water is characterized by its high aroma and smoothness.
Nagano, Japan.Togakushi sobaand ... andKaida Kogen SobaEach region has its own unique soba culture, such as
Characteristics of Togakushi Soba
Togakushi soba is a type of soba that has been popular in the Togakushi district of Nagano City for many years,Jyuwari Soba with the aroma of buckwheat flouris a characteristic of this product. The appeal of this dish is that it does not use any connective materials, and its firmness and savory flavor can be enjoyed.
Along the approach to Togakushi Shrine, there are many famous soba noodle stores, popular among tourists and locals alike.
History of Togakushi soba and how to eat it
Togakushi soba originates from Togakushi Shrine, which flourished as a place of worship during the Edo period,What was offered for worshippersis the beginning.
The most common way to eat soba is to dip it in sauce with a small amount of yakumi (condiments), and enjoy the aroma and sweetness of the soba itself. It can be served with seasonal tempura and wild vegetables for an even better taste.
Kaida Kogen Soba's Commitment
Kaida Kogen (Kiso region) for soba,Buckwheat flour grown in cold regions at high altitude is used.The noodles are made from buckwheat flour and are characterized by their strong aroma and deep flavor. Many handmade soba noodles are thin yet firm.
Local favorites are "zaru soba" and "tenzaru," which are served with seasonal vegetables and wild plants.
Taste and enjoyment in different regions
Even within Nagano Prefecture, the flavor and texture of soba varies from region to region. Togakushi soba has a perfect balance of firmness and aroma, while Kaida Kogen soba stands out for its rich aroma.
When traveling, you can enjoy Nagano's soba culture more deeply by comparing soba from different regions.
Oyaki and Local Cuisine
Experience the taste of home in Nagano
main telephone (esp. when there are extensions)is a local dish that has been enjoyed by Nagano families for centuries.Vegetables and bean jam are wrapped in a flour or buckwheat flour skin and baked or steamed.I will do so.
Popular with tourists, the dish features seasonal ingredients such as nozawana, eggplant, and kiriboshi-daikon (dried radish).
Oyaki with Nozawana and seasonal vegetables
Nozawana is a typical ingredient for oyaki, with just the right amount of saltiness and texture. Also, pumpkin, mushrooms, bean jam, etc.Various ingredients are used depending on the season, and the taste varies from region to region and store to store.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Homemade oyaki is a favorite daily food for families in Shinshu.
Differences in baking and wrapping methods
There are two types of oyaki: baked oyaki and steamed oyaki. Yaki oyaki are savory, while steamed oyaki have a sticky texture.
Many popular restaurants in Nagano and Matsumoto offer this service for tourists,Facilities where you can experience making things by handThere are also
Other Nagano Local Cuisine
Nagano has more than just oyakiA wide variety of local cuisineIt is.rice cake stuffed with bean jamand pickles, and seasonal wild vegetable dishes are popular at home, and the seasonings and cooking methods vary from region to region.
When visiting as a tourist, it is recommended to experience the local flavor at a local diner or roadside station.
Gohei-mochi rice cakes, pickles, and other local delicacies to be enjoyed on a daily basis
Gohei-mochi isRice skewers made of mashed rice and grilled with miso sauce.and are especially popular in the Nanshin region. Pickles arecoleseedand ... andpickled daikon radishand others are well-known and have been loved for many years as an accompaniment to rice.
It is also easy to taste it during your trip.
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Nagano Meat Dishes
Shinshu beef, horse sashimi, grilled bandits
Nagano Prefecture also has a thriving livestock industry suited to the highlands and cold climate,Shinshu beefand ... andhorse-meat sashimi, ,fried beef or pork offal (entrails)and other meat dishes are its specialty. This is tied in with the local food culture and has become a popular gourmet destination for tourists as well.
Excellent gourmet food using Shinshu beef
Shinshu beefis known for its tenderness and well-balanced marbling, and is served as steak, sukiyaki, or shabu-shabu. You can enjoy high quality Shinshu beef at specialty restaurants and restaurants mainly in Nagano and Matsumoto cities.
Popular menus such as steak and sukiyaki
Shinshu beef steaks aresweetness of fatThe meat is characterized by its "flavor" and the flavor of the meat can be maximized by adjusting the degree of grilling. In sukiyaki, the meat is stewed with local vegetables for an even deeper flavor.
Horse Sashimi and Nagano's Unique Food Culture
Horse Sashimi isPreserved food culture flourished in cold regionsIt was developed as part of the Fresh horse meat is sliced thinly and usually served with garlic and ginger soy sauce.
Izakaya and specialty restaurants in Nagano Prefecture offer regional specialties.
Areas where you can enjoy fresh horse sashimi
Nagano City, Matsumoto City, Ueda City, etc,Fresh horse sashimiThere are stores that offer The Ueda area is especially popular among tourists because of the many restaurants that sell quality horse meat.
Yamazaki-yaki, a hearty dish
Sanzokuyaki is a specialty of the Matsumoto areaand is a boldly fried chicken thigh marinated in garlic soy sauce. It has a hearty, juicy texture and savory flavor.
Seasoning Characteristics and Recommended Spots
Each restaurant has its own unique flavor depending on the sauce in which it is marinated and the way it is fried, and comparing the differences is one of the pleasures of eating at different restaurants. In Matsumoto City, there is a wide range of restaurants from popular tourist restaurants to long-established establishments loved by locals, making them ideal for lunch or dinner on your trip.
The hearty dish is perfect for a meal after a day of sightseeing or physical exertion during activities.
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Unique local delicacies in Nagano
Lomen, Shinshu salmon, Shinshu gibier
Nagano Prefecture also offers unique local delicacies that tourists cannot easily find in other prefectures.lawmenand ... andShinshu salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutsh), ,wild game from the Shinshu region of Honshu (including Hokkaido)You can enjoy regional foods such as
What is Ina's Lomen?
Lo mein is a specialty of the Ina region,Chinese noodles are steamed and baked, then stir-fried and tossed with vegetables and lamb.It is a unique cuisine. It is popular not only among tourists, but also among locals.
How to eat and local attractions
Lo mein is usually eaten with mustard or vinegar added to adjust the flavor. Since the seasoning differs from household to household and from restaurant to restaurant, you can enjoy comparing the different tastes. It is a valuable gourmet food that allows visitors to experience the local food culture.
Cooking with Shinshu Salmon
Shinshu salmon is,Salmon raised in the rivers of Nagano Prefectureand is characterized by its fatty and firm flesh. It is often served as sushi, sashimi, or as a local dish, and is popular among travelers.
Enjoy Sushi, Sashimi and Local Cuisine
Sushi and sashimi offer fresh, raw flavor. It is also served as grilled or simmered dishes, and its unique local flavor is appealing as part of the local cuisine.
Attraction of Shinshu gibier cuisine
Shinshu gibier is,Cooking with wild meat such as venison and wild boarand is nutritious, healthy, and aromatic. Meat from the highlands is especially easy to eat with little odor.
Recommended menu with venison and wild boar meat
Gibier dishes are often served as stews, sautéed or grilled meat, and are more delicious when combined with local vegetables. Specialty restaurants and hands-on events are held in Matsumoto City and Ina City.
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Specialty Souvenirs and Gourmet Experiences
On a trip to Nagano, you will not only eat the famous gourmet food,Fun to take home as a souvenirThere are also Oyaki, Shinshu soba noodles, local sake, processed goods, and other products unique to Nagano are available.
A store where you can buy oyaki and Shinshu soba souvenirs
Oyaki and Shinshu soba noodles, popular among tourists, are available at many stores for take-out or mail order. Fresh, dried, and frozen types are also available to suit your needs.
Oyaki and Togakushi soba, Nagano's specialty, are popular as souvenirs, and there are several famous restaurants that are loved by both tourists and locals. Here are three famous stores with particularly high reputations
Iroha-do (Oninashi, Nagano City)
A long-established store specializing in oyaki for over 100 years in business.The "Yaki Oyaki" is savory on the outside and glutinous on the inside. The "Yaki Oyaki" is savory on the outside and glutinous on the inside, with a variety of ingredients such as nozawana, eggplant, and kabocha. There is also a store in the "MIDORI" Nagano Station Building, which is convenient for purchasing souvenirs.
◆Opening hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays
Ogawa-no Sho Oyaki Village (Ogawa Village, Josuunai-gun)
Old-fashioned oyaki baked over an open hearthare sold. You can eat in the store or buy vacuum-packed or frozen oyaki for souvenirs. The store is also popular for mail order.
◆Opening hours: 9:00-17:00, open year-round
Obinata (Togakushi, Nagano City)
In addition to dried and semi-raw soba noodles that can be purchased as souvenirs,At the soba noodle making experience, you can taste the soba you made on the spot.Visitors can enjoy sightseeing and food culture experience at the same time.
◆Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 Closed on Saturdays and Sundays
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Nagano Activities
A trip to Nagano is enhanced by combining specialty foods with activities. After filling your stomach with local cuisine, we recommend experiencing physical activity while feeling nature.
There is an abundance of tourist attractions for families, friends, and couples to enjoy.
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Nagano's famous sights and gourmet food on a cycling tour
While touring Nagano's nature and famous sights on a cycling tour, it is recommended to taste local soba (buckwheat noodles), oyaki (dumplings), and other gourmet foods along the way. The physical exercise will make the food taste exceptional, and you can enjoy both sightseeing and eating at the same time.
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Nagano go-kart experience at the circuit
Nagano has facilities where you can enjoy go-karts inside a full-fledged circuit. This is a safe way to experience the feeling of speed and is a great way to spend active time between sightseeing. Both children and adults can enjoy it.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Nagano's famous gourmet specialties
The standard dishes are the aromatic "Shinshu soba" and "oyaki" made with local vegetables. Other popular dishes include meat dishes such as "Shinshu beef," "horse sashimi," and "sanzokuyaki," Ina's specialty "romen," and "Shinshu salmon," a freshwater fish.
At the "Oyaki Village" and "Soba Making Experience Facility," visitors can make and taste local dishes by themselves while interacting with local people. This experience is popular as a memorable part of your trip.
Shinshu soba (buckwheat noodles) and oyaki (fried noodles) are available frozen or dried to take home. Nozawana pickles, miso, local sake, and smoked Shinshu salmon are also popular, and an increasing number of products are available by mail order.
summary
Nagano Prefecture has many local specialties such as Shinshu soba noodles, oyaki, Shinshu beef, horse sashimi, sauced pork cutlet bowl, lo mein, Shinshu salmon, and Shinshu gibier, which can only be tasted in the region.
Local cuisine is closely connected to the home and local culture, making it a fascinating experience for tourists.
When traveling, enjoy regional specialties and menus that make the most of local ingredients, and even take home souvenirs to enjoy Nagano's food culture at home. A trip to Nagano's gourmet cuisine using seasonal ingredients will multiply your enjoyment of sightseeing many times over.
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