Yummy! 9 Regional Kaki No Tane Snacks From Hokkaido To Okinawa

3. Niigata Edition: Koshino Kanbai Flavor

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Niigata is one of the main sake producing areas of Japan. Koshino Kanbai is a Japanese sake made by the Ishimoto Brewery in Niigata city since 1907 and has been loved by the Japanese ever since.

They are very particular about the crisp yet smooth aftertaste of the sake and are considered to be one of the best sake breweries in the nation. Koshino Kanbai itself is a famous sake with a refreshing yet crisp flavor that allows you to taste the true umami of Japanese sake.

This is an authentic snack collaboration between Japanese sake and senbei rice crackers.

Please note that this product contains alcohol and should not be given to children or eaten by those that cannot consume alcohol for personal or religious reasons.

4. Tokyo Edition: Tendon Flavor, Monjya Flavor, and More!

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Four different flavors can be enjoyed in the Tokyo edition of this snack - all of which are iconic tastes of Tokyo.

First, is the ten-don flavored kaki no tane. Ten-don is a popular Japanese donburi dish where tempura is placed on a bowl of rice and seasoned with a rich sauce.

Next is the monjayaki flavored kaki no tane. Monjayaki is a dish made of flour, dashi stock, and various ingredients mixed together then pan-fried.

The other two are the rich demi-glace sauce flavor and the dashi curry flavor.

This Japanese take on demi-glace sauce is somewhat different from the original overseas version thanks to the spices that have been used, as has curry been changed to suit the Japanese palate as well. Enjoy these Japanese takes on international dishes!

5. Tokai Edition: Fujinomiya Yakisoba Flavor

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In Japan, there are many B-kyu cuisines that are popular with the masses. B-kyu or second rank cuisine has gained enough popularity that there is a B-1 Grand Prix where the best B-kyu cuisine of the year is chosen.

Fujinomiya Yakisoba is a fried noodle dish created in Fujinomiya in Shizuoka prefecture. It has won the best B-kyu cuisine award for two years in a row and has been placed in the B-kyu Hall of Fame. This is the kaki no tane with the Fujinomiya yakisoba flavor.

The enticing smell of the sauce is just like the real Fujinomiya yakisoba! This snack is the perfect way to get a taste of a Japanese local dish.

6. Kansai Edition: Takoyaki Sauce Flavor

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Takoyaki is a well-known comfort food from the Kansai area. These small dumplings are filled with bite-sized pieces of octopus and cooked into their distinctive round shape using a special pan.

The takoyaki sauce flavored kaki no tane is a very popular souvenir item for visitors to the Kansai area.

7. Shikoku Edition: Sanuki Udon Flavor

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Are you familiar with Sanuki udon? It is a specialty dish from Kagawa prefecture where the udon noodles have a strong texture and are served in an aromatic fish-based dashi soup.

With the Sanuki udon flavored kaki no tane, you will be able to taste the typical light broth flavor of this dish with ease.

8. Kyushu Edition: Mentaiko Flavor

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Mentaiko is seasoned cod roe that is one of Fukuoka's specialty. With its bold and spicy flavor, this is a perfect snack or a side for some sake or beer.

9. Okinawa Edition: Shima Togarashi Pepper Flavor

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Okinawa is an island that had its own culture different from the rest of Japan. The Shima Togarashi, or the island pepper, is a seasoning that has been used by the people of Okinawa for generations. This kaki no tane has a very strong spiciness thanks to the pepper and would be great for people who love spicy food.

Try Japanese Foods You May Have Missed as a Kaki no Tane!

The kaki no tane we featured in this article can be purchased at local supermarkets in their given regions from 200-500 yen per package. This is a recommended souvenir for those looking for something unique. Why not look for some kaki no tane in the snack area during your journey in Japan?

There are plenty of regional specialties in Japan and it is very difficult to try every single one of them during your stay. If you happen to miss a dish, why not purchase one of the regional snacks to sample before trying the real dish in the future?

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