[Niigata ]Niigata, the city of rice! Six restaurants offering delicious meals in one of Japan's most sacred places for Japanese cuisine.

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🌿榊 sakaki🌿(@concon.6)がシェアした投稿

The first restaurant we would like to introduce is this Japanese restaurant. As mentioned at the beginning of this article, Niigata is known as a city famous for its Japanese food. This restaurant is a big advocate of soba and Japanese food, and is working to promote them to as many people as possible. It is a restaurant that has inherited a food culture that Japanese people should cherish and that tourists should definitely try. The Japanese architectural style of the restaurant, with its calm atmosphere based on brown tones, will make you feel relaxed and comfortable.

Seafood and meat bowls and soba noodles! Japanese food culture at its best!

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The key point is that this restaurant offers a variety of rich meals. A bowl of rice topped with local meat called Murakami beef grilled roast beef style or a bowl of rice topped generously with fresh seafood are typical examples. The sweetness and presence of the rice asserts itself just right while taking advantage of the quality of the ingredients. Also, the soba noodles cannot be forgotten. It is only in the city of Japanese cuisine that fresh buckwheat flour is carefully prepared and made to have an excellent thirst-quenching effect. The one-of-a-kind Japanese cuisine that can be tasted only in this authentic place is worth trying at least once.

"Store Information "
Name: Yururi
Address: 4-5 Shiomachi, Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture
Phone number: 0254-53-6288
Business hours: 11:00 - 14:30
17:30～20:30
Closed: Wednesday
Budget: ¥2,000 - ¥2,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space and Facilities: Stylish space, calm space, sitting room available
URL：https://www.nagatoku.co.jp/hpgen/HPB/entries/13.html

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あきらかにあきら(@akrknakr)がシェアした投稿

This restaurant is said to be the origin of "Tare Katsudon ", which is famous as Niigata Prefecture's local food. This dish, which boasts of a different preparation method and taste from ordinary katsudon, is especially popular among children and men who want to eat a hearty meal. When traveling, travelers are always eager to try foods that make the most of the local climate. We hope you will visit this restaurant.

The crispy batter is moistly intertwined with the dark sauce!

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サブゼロ(@subzeronyc)がシェアした投稿

Deep-fried in a crispy batter, the pork cutlet is a delicacy in itself. The more you bite into it, the more the fat and flavor jump out from the inside. The extra-large cutlet is marinated in a secret sauce at this restaurant. The sauce soaks into the inside of the cutlet. The volume of both the rice and the cutlet is satisfying, making this restaurant a highly satisfying place for many people. The soy-sauce based sauce is not too sweet, but has a savory flavor that makes the meal more appetizing. It makes you feel as if you can never have enough rice. If you are in the area, this is one restaurant you should definitely visit.

"Store Information "
Name: Tonkatsu Taro
Address: 973 Furumachidori 6-bancho, Chuo-ku, Niigata-shi, Niigata
Phone number: 025-222-0097
Business hours: 11:30 - 14:30, 17:00 - 20:00
Closed: 3rd Wednesday and Thursday
Budget: ³,000 - ³,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space & Facilities: Calm atmosphere, counter seating available
URL：https://www.tonkatsutaro.com/

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新潟名物 わっぱ飯 田舎家(@inakaya_wappa)がシェアした投稿

This is a restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere where you can face the local and traditional cuisine of Niigata Prefecture. The wooden-based restaurant is the fruit of history and tradition, and has long been loved by the residents of the neighborhood. It is a well-known fact that Niigata Prefecture has very suitable soil for growing rice, and as if adapting to such a culture, the culture of Japanese food has also been growing rapidly. It goes without saying that this restaurant is a valuable reminder of the local spirit of the Japanese people and their respect for their culture.

Wappa-meshi, a local dish of Niigata Prefecture! Good for its rare and luxurious atmosphere!

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職人.com 繁體中文(@shokunincomzh)がシェアした投稿

The restaurant's signature dish, "Wappa-meshi ", is a very popular item enjoyed by many and is a truly remarkable dish that also follows the Niigata Prefecture's local characteristics. The standard "Wappa Rice "is made by cooking Niigata Koshihikari rice in a seafood-flavored broth and then topping it with a variety of seafood. The taste is somewhere between takikomi-gohan and kaisen-don, and is a wonderful dish that everyone, young and old, can enjoy with satisfaction and deliciousness. The seafood on top changes depending on the season and the type of seafood, so you can taste the freshest of the season, so it may be interesting to do some seasonal sightseeing according to your own sightseeing timing.

"Store Information "
Name: Inakaya
Address: 1457 Furumachidori 9-bancho, Chuo-ku, Niigata-shi, Niigata
Phone number: 025-223-1266
Hours of operation: [Monday-Saturday].
11:30～14:00
17:00～22:00(L.O)
[Sundays and holidays].
11:30～14:00
17:00～21:00(L.O)
Regular day off: 12/31 1/1
Budget: ¥2,000 - ¥2,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space & Facilities: Stylish space, relaxed atmosphere, seating available
URL：https://inakayaniigata.owst.jp/

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ёmi®(@easai2)がシェアした投稿

This is the birthplace of "hegisoba ", one of Niigata Prefecture's local dishes. The soba noodles, which take advantage of Niigata's clean water and soil where buckwheat flour grows, are very authentic and attract many people. The luxurious appearance and traditional appearance of the restaurant attracts a wide range of customers, and the relaxed atmosphere of Niigata Prefecture allows you to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the prefecture. Considering the nature of Niigata Prefecture, we can say that Soba is one of the restaurants that should not be forgotten, and is one that you should definitely visit.

Adults are also satisfied with the excellent combination of Kyushu cuisine and sake!

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和田 優一(@desmogorilla)がシェアした投稿

Needless to say, hegisoba, made with the finest ingredients, is delicious, and the buckwheat flour gives the soba noodles a refreshing taste that goes down your throat. The smooth and gentle texture is loved by the elderly as well. The flat plate is also served with condiments and tempura as a set, making it a powerful enough dish. The tempura is often said to be especially delicious, with fresh vegetables, meat, seafood, and other fresh ingredients coated in a crispy batter, which is also a hit with many diners. The tag team of soba and tempura is, needless to say, a perfect match, and it is truly an assortment of Japanese cuisine that will make you feel luxurious. If you are on a trip and want to stretch your wings a little, please visit us.

"Store Information "
Name: Wataya Hirasawa Store
Address: 1-8-5 Hirasawa, Ojiya-shi, Niigata
Phone number: 050-5890-9454
Hours of operation: [Monday-Friday].
11:00～16:00(L.O15:00)
17:00～20:30(L.O20:00)
[Tochigi Wish]
10:45～20:30(L.O20:00)
Closed: Thursday (Open every day - about once a month)
Budget: ³,000 - ³,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space and Facilities: Stylish space, calm space, large seating area, seating
URL: https://www.watayasoba.co.jp/

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塩乃麹(@nanaderbolt)がシェアした投稿

This is a restaurant that focuses on the much talked-about "mapo" (spicy bean curd) noodle soup in Niigata Prefecture. It is no exaggeration to say that young people, men, and even women who like spicy food are attracted to this restaurant, and on holidays there is a long line of customers. The seemingly very spicy bean paste and Chinese noodles are intertwined to create a unique flavor and spiciness. The entire dish is of a high level, and it is no wonder that it is so popular. It is recommended for those who want to eat with gusto.

The buzz is booming! I would like to taste the original mapo noodle once!

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The red bean paste, which has been simmered to the point that it becomes dark, is, needless to say, spicy. It is what is commonly referred to as numbing spiciness, and the more you eat, the more your tongue tingles. However, the charm of this restaurant's mapo mian is that it is not only actually spicy. It is not all about spiciness, as it has a strong sense of Chinese profundity from the bean and beet sauces, while the spiciness from the chili and sansho peppers hits you tangily at the end. The fact that the dish ends with an addictive numbing sensation has truly made it an addictive favorite of many repeat customers, and has made it a name for itself as a new food culture in Niigata in recent years. The bean-paste noodle is topped with scallions, tofu, and other ingredients, making it a combination of bean-paste tofu and ramen, and a great value for money. The more you slurp up the noodles, the more the thicker bean paste is mixed with the rice noodles, so that you can enjoy it to the fullest. For those who do not like spicy food, this may be a bit challenging. If you are up to the challenge, you may want to try this hot bean paste noodle soup.

"Store Information "
Name: Ryomaken
Place of residence: 1, Block 8, Painting and Finishing Business, Kitakata Soil District, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture
Phone number: 025-526-7751
Office hours: [day ]11：00 ～ 14：30
[Night ]17：30 ～ 20：30
Closed: Every Monday *We are also closed on Mondays that are national holidays. If there are any temporary closures, please check here.
Budget: ³,000 - ³,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space & Facilities: Stylish space, relaxed atmosphere, counter seating available
URL：https://www.mennoichi.com/

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Masahiro Ohi(@masahiro.o.jp)がシェアした投稿

This is a seafood restaurant that retains a relaxed atmosphere, but also gives the impression of a fun, popular restaurant. It can be said that this restaurant is in line with the recent trend of so-called "neo-popular" restaurants. With its calm Japanese kappo-style appearance and sparkling neon lights, it is easy for all levels of customers to enter the restaurant.

Nodoguro-don is a unique luxury item!

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The main attraction of this restaurant is the Nodoguro-don (Bowl of rice topped with a bowl of Nodoguro). Nodoguro is a famous species of sea bream from the neighboring waters, and is carefully grilled to create an exquisite product that combines aroma, tenderness, and fluffy texture. Many people may have an image of Nodoguro as a luxury item, but when traveling, you may want to stretch your wings a bit. The Nodoguro is a very tight and satisfying fish, and is a unique delicacy that can only be found in Niigata Prefecture. Although it is a white-fleshed fish, the fact that you can enjoy such a high level of fat can be said to be a result of its freshness.

"Store Information "
Name: Sekai Sushi
Address: 4-8-34 Numadare Higashi, Chuo-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture
Phone number: 025-244-2656
Office hours：11:00～14:00 17:00～21:30（L.O.21:00）
Closed: Monday (if Monday is a national holiday, closed the following Tuesday)
I have to calculate：￥5,000～￥5,999
No smoking and no eating: No smoking at all seats
Space & Facilities: Stylish space, relaxed atmosphere, counter seating available
URL：http://www.sekaisushi.com/index.shtml