Winter Gourmet Food in Hyogo: Crab, Blowfish, and More!
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Hyogo Prefecture is characterized by its abundance of seafood such as crabs and blowfish, as well as mountain products such as gibier. In this article, we will introduce recommended gourmet foods that you can enjoy in winter among the many foods in Hyogo.
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Welcome to Hyogo Hyogo is a gateway to the Kansai region, which nurtures the blessed land that connects the Sea of Japan, the Chugoku Mountains, and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as the blessed climate. There are many spectacular views that will catch your eye, such as Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site that was selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots, and the panoramic night view from Mt. Rokko. The world-famous Kobe brand, KOBE BEEF, which is synonymous with Tajima beef, is one of Japan's leading beefs, and the sake rice ``Hyogo Yamada Nishiki'' is a gem that will surprise your tongue. Arima Onsen is a famous hot spring, and Kinosaki Onsen has appeared in many literary works. Surrounded by nature, you can relax your mind and body. You can come across memorable sounds such as the thunderous sounds of the whirlpools of Naruto on Awaji Island, and the dynamic sounds of the fireworks festivals held in various places in the summer. In the herb gardens and botanical gardens in the prefecture, you will be healed by the gentle and pleasant scent of herbs and flowers throughout the four seasons. Enjoy a new journey in Hyogo that stimulates the five senses of sight, taste, touch, hearing, and smell.
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Table of Contents
- Not just Kobe beef! What is the appeal of Hyogo food?
- 1. Speaking of winter, crabs! Matsuba crab, Kasumi crab, etc.
- 2. Exquisite gibier dishes to enjoy in Tamba, where rich nature remains
- 3. Botan nabe, the original gibier dishes in Japan with a long history
- 4.Many repeat customers! Winter specialty “ Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish”
- [Official website] Hyogo prefecture tourism site HYOGO! navigation
Not just Kobe beef! What is the appeal of Hyogo food?
Hyogo Prefecture is home to Japan's first world heritage site, Himeji Castle, and Japan's oldest hot spring, Arima Onsen. When it comes to gourmet food, Kobe beef may have a strong image, but in fact, there are many other exquisite gourmet foods unique to Hyogo Prefecture. One of the characteristics of the area is that you can enjoy a wide range of blessings from the sea and the mountains, from gibier dishes to blowfish cuisine. Please enjoy Hyogo gourmet food while sightseeing.
1. Speaking of winter, crabs! Matsuba crab, Kasumi crab, etc.
Kasumi, Kami Town, located in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture, is home to Kasumi Fishing Port and Shibayama Port, both of which boast some of the largest crab catches in Japan, and is crowded with tourists who come to enjoy the crabs every year. There are many different types of crab, including Matsuba crab, Kasumi crab, and Shibayama crab, and you can buy freshly caught crabs at the direct sales shops at each fishing port.
▲Kasumi crab
You can only eat it at Kasumi! Very popular crab soft serve ice cream (Yugyokan)
You can enjoy the freshest fish and crabs at Yu-gyo kan, a direct sales store at Kasumi Fishing Port. There is also a crab boiling area inside the store, where you can enjoy freshly boiled crab on the spot. Another must-try here is the crab soft-serve ice cream. This soft serve ice cream is made with rich vanilla and ``Koji Fish Sauce (Kasumi Gani)'' made by the fishermen's cooperative, and you can enjoy the exquisite combination of the salty taste of the fish sauce and the sweetness of the sweets, and it tastes just like salted caramel. . Be sure to try the local soft serve ice cream that you can only taste here!
▲Crab soft serve ice cream
TEL :0796-36-4545
Business hours : 9:00-13:00
Closed: Every Tuesday and Saturday (December 31st to January 4th is a holiday during the year-end and New Year holidays)
If you would like to know more about Kasumi's "Phantom Crab", please see below.
![[Hyogo Tajima] Enjoy Kasumi's fantastic crab "Shibayama GOLD", a delicious winter delicacy in Japan!](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/200x2000/2023/10/19-149529.webp)
2. Exquisite gibier dishes to enjoy in Tamba, where rich nature remains
The Tamba area is surrounded by nature, and there are many mountain gourmet foods. ``Tamba no Kuromame'' is famous nationwide, but it is also known as a place where you can eat delicious gibier dishes. Please come and try gibier dishes, which is high in protein and nutritious, and is said to be good for beauty and health.
Enjoy local ingredients at Japan's first venison restaurant! (Mushika Resort)
Mushika Resort is a restaurant specializing in Tamba vegetables and venison dishes, where you can enjoy dishes made with plenty of local ingredients. This is a wonderful shop with a warm atmosphere, built in a renovated old folk house that was built over 100 years ago. The food is easy to eat without the characteristic odor of gibier, so it is also recommended for gibier beginners.
▲ venison in Venison nabe x green onion
TEL :0795-88-5252
Business hours : Lunch Monday, Tuesday, Thursday to Sunday, 11:30 to 14:30 (LO 14:30)
Dinner Monday, Tuesday, Thursday to Sunday, 18:00-21:30 (LO21:30)
Closed : Wednesday
3. Botan nabe, the original gibier dishes in Japan with a long history
`` Botan nabe '' is a local dish of Tanba Sasayama City, and is a miso-based hotpot dish made with Japanese boar meat and seasonal vegetables. It is said that `` Botan nabe '' originated during the Meiji period when army soldiers stationed in Sasayama for training brought the Japanese boar meat they had captured to a restaurant and made it into a hot pot dish. The reason why we can enjoy delicious Japanese boar meat is due to the local characteristics of Tamba, including the abundance of mountain bounty such as nuts for food.
Enjoy Tamba Sasayama's specialties with all five senses! (Cuisine inn)
``Cuisine inn Takasago'' is a long-established ``Botan nabe'' restaurant founded in the Edo period. The Japanese boar meat flower is beautiful, and the dishes made with local ingredients from Sasayama are served in Tanbayaki bowls, so you can enjoy not only the taste but also all five senses. The soft yet chewy Japanese boar meat, the secret ingredient sansho pepper, and the secret miso create a light and elegant taste that is exquisite.
▲ Botan nabe
TEL :079-552-2158
Business hours : 11:30-21:30 (meals only available)
Closed : Tuesdays
If you would like to know more about Tamba's Botan nabe, please see below.
![[Hyogo] 4 gibier dishes restaurants where you can enjoy Tamba's exquisite delicacies, venison, and Japanese boar meat(Botan nabe )!](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/200x2000/2023/10/19-149598.webp)
4.Many repeat customers! Winter specialty “Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish”
`` Awajishima Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish'' is grown in Fukura Bay in the southern part of Awaji Island using only domestically produced fry over a three-year period. It is characterized by its firm flesh and firm texture, and there are many ways to enjoy it, such as fried blowfish, sashimi, and hot hotpot. You will definitely become a fan once you try the thick meat and elegant flavor unique to Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish.
Luxurious experience of enjoying the spectacular view of Naruto Strait and blowfish hotpot(Scenic View Restaurant Uzu no Oka)
``Scenic View Restaurant Uzu no Oka'' in Minami-Awaji City is a restaurant that prides itself on serving dishes made with ingredients from Awajishima. You can enjoy a leisurely meal while looking out at the Naruto Strait. The must-try here is the set menu of ``Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish.'' Fugu hotpot is made by dissolving the milt in the soup stock, making it very creamy and rich.
▲“Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish” blowfish hotpot set menu
TEL :0799-52-2888
Business hours : 10:00-15:30 (LO 15:00)
Closed : Tuesdays (Closed on 12/31 and 1/1) *Please check the website for other closed days during busy seasons.
If you would like to know more about "Awajishima 3-Year Tiger Fugu", please see below.
![[Hyogo] Many repeat customers! What is the exquisite specialty “Awajishima 3-year-old tiger blowfish” that can only be tasted in winter?](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/200x2000/2023/11/09-151480.webp)
[Official website] Hyogo prefecture tourism site HYOGO! navigation
The official website of Hyogo Tourism Headquarters, which provides tourist information for Hyogo Prefecture (Kobe, Himeji, Kinosaki, Awajishima, etc.). There is a lot of recommended travel information, including special sightseeing spots such as Hyogo Prefecture's Japanese heritage sites and cycling, as well as model courses where you can enjoy hot spring culture and Japanese sake, so be sure to check it out!
Welcome to Hyogo Hyogo is a gateway to the Kansai region, which nurtures the blessed land that connects the Sea of Japan, the Chugoku Mountains, and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as the blessed climate. There are many spectacular views that will catch your eye, such as Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site that was selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots, and the panoramic night view from Mt. Rokko. The world-famous Kobe brand, KOBE BEEF, which is synonymous with Tajima beef, is one of Japan's leading beefs, and the sake rice ``Hyogo Yamada Nishiki'' is a gem that will surprise your tongue. Arima Onsen is a famous hot spring, and Kinosaki Onsen has appeared in many literary works. Surrounded by nature, you can relax your mind and body. You can come across memorable sounds such as the thunderous sounds of the whirlpools of Naruto on Awaji Island, and the dynamic sounds of the fireworks festivals held in various places in the summer. In the herb gardens and botanical gardens in the prefecture, you will be healed by the gentle and pleasant scent of herbs and flowers throughout the four seasons. Enjoy a new journey in Hyogo that stimulates the five senses of sight, taste, touch, hearing, and smell.
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