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In Tokyo, you can experience the food culture and traditional cuisines that have been deeply rooted in Japan since the Edo period. Whether it's the historical and unique Tokyo local cuisine or the modern and innovative new cuisine, you'll be able to savor the city's richness and charm.
🤗 The Four Heavenly Kings of Traditional Cuisine
During the glorious Edo period, four types of Japanese cuisine - unagi, sushi, tempura, and soba - were perfected and honored as the "Four Heavenly Kings of Edo Cuisine" because of their distinctive taste and exquisite preparation techniques.
1.Eel rice
Each dish carries the richness of Japan's culinary culture and history. Whether it's the flavorful grilled eel, refreshing buckwheat noodles, crunchy tempura, or delicate and delicious sushi, it's a dish you'll never forget.
In Detective Conan, Genta always eats eel with a happy face. And unagi with rice bushels is a uniquely Japanese culinary art, which is in a class of its own and unique when compared to unagi dishes from around the globe. After being delicately gutted and boned, the eel is coated with a special sauce - a sweet and spicy sauce made from a soy sauce base and a blend of sugar and mirin, each drop of which is filled with the craftsman's heart and wisdom. The eel is then roasted over a charcoal fire, where it gradually gains color and aroma, and each bite is full of flavor, making it a culinary masterpiece.
When it comes to kabayaki eel, you have to mention eel donburi, a dish that goes hand in hand with it. This dish originated in the Nihonbashi area during the Edo period, where unagi was gently placed on top of white rice to create a delicacy that is rich in color and flavor. Imagine savoring this unique Japanese dish in the birthplace of kabayaki eel, where its rich taste and cultural heritage are intertwined, and you'll be satisfied like never before.
Akabane Bridge Nodate Rock、鳗ハashi本, American House | Meiji, 鳗尠门店, Korakuen, Chikuji宫川本廛门, 大冢宫川、宇奈TOTO 锦系町店
No | The name of the store | Features |
1 | American House | A long-established restaurant with a long tradition and reputation since the 26th year of the Meiji era. |
2 | Eel Hormone Cream Shop | We offer both Kanto eel and Kansai eel to satisfy different tastes. |
3 | 鳗はし本 | Conveniently located near Tokyo Station, we offer excellent eel cuisine. |
4 | Akabane Bridge Nodate Rock | A Michelin starred restaurant with over 200 years of history and a famous eel restaurant in Tokyo. |
5 | Korakuen | Unagi cuisine with 70 years of history and a secret sauce is a favorite among diners. |
2.Sushi
Sushi is now popular all over the world, but its origins are deeply rooted in Tokyo during the Edo period. The original sushi was the simple and pure "nigiri sushi", which was made by gently topping sashimi on vinegared rice and then skillfully kneading it by hand.
In the past, nigiri sushi the size of rice balls was sold on the rooftop, and diners could eat it directly with their hands, which was convenient and fast, similar to modern fast food culture.
The "Edomae Sushi" is even more unique in that it uses mellow red vinegar to give the vinegared rice a slightly attractive red color. What's even more unique is that the ingredients are carefully seasoned in advance, which complements the flavor of the fish and makes it unforgettable.
Today, in the streets of Tokyo, you can still enjoy this "Edomae sushi" that retains the characteristics of the Edo period. Give it a try and let your taste buds travel back in time to feel the ancient and pure deliciousness.
Here are some recommended restaurants:
赤坂鮨まつい松井（Matsui sushi）、雏鮨（Hina Sushi Nishiginza）、松本五反田(Matsumoto Gotanda) 、鮨 むらやま（Sushi Murayama）、银座すし幸 (Sushi Kou) 、和色 - Washoku、寿司料理-Ino濑、久兵卫寿司 、鱼米寿司（涩谷道玄坂店）、Tokyo Itamae Sushi Akasaka 、Zanmai Sushi、The beauty of Umegaoka Sushi、Zanmai Sushi、Tsukiji Kiyomura Sushi Samadhi (Higashi-Shinjuku Station)、Conveyor belt sushi live (Seibu Shibuya)
No | The name of the store | Address | Details |
1 | 赤坂鮨まつい松井（Matsui sushi） | Akasaka | Located in the bustling Akasaka district of Tokyo, it is known for its fresh ingredients and exquisite sushi skills |
2 | 雏鮨（Hina Sushi Nishiginza） | Nishiginza | Located in the business district of West Ginza, it offers a high-end sushi experience in an elegant and comfortable environment |
3 | 松本五反田(Matsumoto Gotanda) | Gotanda Station | Located near Gotanda Station, it offers a diverse selection of sushi at affordable prices |
4 | 鮨 むらやま（Sushi Murayama） | Ginza Station | A well-known sushi restaurant in Ginza Ward, it is highly praised by diners for its traditional handmade sushi skills and unique taste. Located in the Marunouchi area of Tokyo Station, it offers a wide variety of sushi in a luxurious and elegant environment |
5 | 银座すし幸 (Sushi Kou) | Tokyo Station Marunouchi | Offering a wide variety of sushi in a luxurious and elegant environment |
6 | 和色-Washoku | Asakusa District | A traditional Japanese-style restaurant in Asakusa Ward that offers a set meal with sushi elements in a warm atmosphere |
7 | 寿司料理-Ino濑 | Shinagawa District | Located in Shinagawa Ward, it is known for its creative sushi dishes, attracting many diners |
8 | 久兵卫寿司 | Ginza | A long-established sushi restaurant in Ginza Ward has a long history and is loved by diners for its traditional sushi-making techniques and consistent quality |
9 | 鱼米寿司(涩谷道玄坂店) | Shibuya | Located in the bustling city of Shibuya Ward, Dogenzaka offers fresh and delicious sushi that is popular among young people |
10 | Tokyo Itamae Sushi Akasaka | Akasaka | Located in the Akasaka district, it is handmade by an experienced sushi chef and is well received by diners for its authentic taste |
11 | Zanmai Sushi | Tsukiji | A well-known sushi restaurant in Tsukiji Market with fresh ingredients and an authentic sushi experience |
12 | Umegaoka Sushi Mei Denri (Shibuya Main Store) | Shibuya | Shibuya Main Store's sushi is one of the most popular sushi restaurants with its delicate taste and attentive service |
13 | Zanmai Sushi | Tsukiji | The Tsukiji main restaurant's sushi is a place of choice for many sushi lovers because of its exquisite sushi skills and elegant environment |
14 | Tsukiji Kiyomura Sushi Samadhi (Higashi-Shinjuku Station) | Tsukiji | Located in Shinjuku Ward, it offers fresh seafood and unique sushi flavors, making it a popular destination for locals |
15 | Conveyor belt sushi live (Seibu Shibuya) | Shibuya | Shibuya Conveyor belt belt sushi restaurants offer a convenient and quick dining experience, perfect for friends and family meals |
3.Soba noodles
"Soba" is a dish made from buckwheat flour, the essence of buckwheat seeds, and is carefully processed.
Paired with a special buckwheat dip sauce and green green onions, each bite exudes a charming aroma and taste. In the Edo period, it was used as a symbol of "fast food" along with nigiri sushi, and it quickly won the love of many diners.
During the prosperous Edo period, three famous soba restaurants were born, "Yabu", "Shoko", and "Sunba", which were known as the "Imperial Three Restaurants", each of which created the three major schools of soba.
To this day, there are still many soba restaurants in Tokyo that have been passed down from generation to generation, carrying down ancestral recipes and bringing authentic taste and flavor to diners.
Among them, soba restaurants of the "Yabu" style are particularly popular in Tokyo, with dozens of them in number. This genre of soba noodles has a solid and chewy texture and a rich sauce that is evocative.
When you see a soba noodle shop with the word "Yabu" on it on the streets of Tokyo, you might as well lift the warm curtain and step inside to taste the delicious taste that has been passed down for 100 years.
Here are some recommended restaurants:
薮、麺屋武蔵、薮斎、斎藤、伊藤、砂場、麺屋山形屋、荞麦屋梅戸、吉村、麺屋八兵衛
No | The name of the store | Details |
1 | 薮 | There are dozens of branches in Tokyo, and the noodles have a solid texture and a strong sauce flavor |
2 | 麺屋武蔵 | Located in Ginza, it serves classic Edomae soba |
3 | 薮斎 | The shop is small but popular, and it serves traditional soba noodles |
4 | 斎藤 | A century-old restaurant known for its refreshing sauce and moderate noodles |
5 | 伊藤 | Located in Shinjuku, it offers a variety of soba options |
6 | 砂場 | Inheriting the traditional craftsmanship, the noodles have a smooth texture |
7 | 麺屋山形屋 | Located in Roppongi, it offers a specialty soba set |
8 | 荞麦屋梅戸 | Loved by the locals, it offers authentic soba noodles |
9 | 吉村 | The taste is unique and well received by diners |
10 | 麺屋八兵衛 | Inheriting a century-old craft, it offers classic soba noodles |
4.Tempura
"Tempura" is a traditional Japanese dish that originated in the Edo period, and its unique charm brings out the freshness of seafood and the freshness of vegetables. The ingredients are coated in a batter made of wheat flour and water, and after deep-frying, they become crispy and delicious, and each bite exudes an enticing aroma.
Along with sushi and soba, tempura was a daily roadside snack in the Edo period, and was loved by the common people. However, as its popularity grew, so did the art of making tempura. The ingredients have been carefully chosen, the cooking methods have been refined, and even the batter recipe has been improved with the addition of eggs to make the taste more delicate.
The Edo style of eating "Edo tempura" in the Edo period brings out the essence of this dish to the extreme. The ingredients are gently wrapped in a batter as thin as a cicada's wing, and the original taste and aroma of the ingredients are preserved after deep-frying. Dip it in a special tempura sauce and the taste is simply intoxicating.
Today, you can still enjoy tempura with the charm of Edo at many specialty stores in Tokyo. This traditional Japanese cuisine, which has been introduced from a common food stall to a high-end restaurant, is not only a delicacy, but also a cultural heritage. If you're in Tokyo, don't miss out on this exciting feast for your taste buds.
Here are some recommended restaurants:
甘春、恵比寿、松葉、 蘭乃、海老の里、浜松、美登利、虎白、堀江、喜多屋
No | The name of the store | Details |
1 | 甘春 | Classic Edo-style tempura, inheriting traditional craftsmanship |
2 | 恵比寿 | Located in a busy area, tempura with high-quality ingredients |
3 | 松葉 | The batter has a unique recipe and a crispy texture |
4 | 蘭乃 | Choose fresh seafood and pay attention to the original flavor of the ingredients |
5 | 海老の里 | Specializing in shrimp tempura with a unique taste |
6 | 浜松 | The ingredients are abundant and diverse, and they are suitable for a variety of tastes |
7 | 美登利 | The setting is elegant, and an exquisite tempura set is offered |
8 | 虎白 | The thin batter is highly skillful and has an excellent taste |
9 | 堀江 | A tempura restaurant that combines tradition and modernity |
10 | 喜多屋 | The ingredients are fresh and the taste is authentic, which is loved by diners |
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