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Japanese western food town Maizuru [Nikujaga] The story of the beginning

Japanese western food town Maizuru [Nikujaga] The story of the beginning

``Navy Kappo Techniques Reference Book'' edited by the Maizuru Marine Corps during the Meiji period. Although it is a Western cookbook, detailed recipes were not included in order to encourage the ingenuity of each ship. Therefore, it is said that Western food that reflects Japanese tastes was born and spread all over the country.

One day, Heihachiro Togo, the first commander-in-chief of the Maizuru Navy Naval Base, ordered his subordinates to make beef stew because he couldn't forget the taste he had eaten while studying abroad in England. However, in Japan at the time, ingredients such as wine and demi-glace sauce were difficult to obtain, so chefs used their brains to create dishes flavored with soy sauce and sugar. This is said to be the beginning of ``Niku-Jaga.''

11. Soft and sweet meat and potato bread [La Serre]

A local bakery located in a shopping district that has been in business for 70 years. What you can see through the large show window is a wide variety of breads lined up on shelves. In addition to standard products such as cream bread and sandwiches, they also create breads unique to Maizuru, such as Nikujaga bread and Maizuru Hikiage black bread. I want to choose my favorite and take it to a picnic by the sea.

Lasserre's Meat and Potato Bread

Meat and potato bread, popular as a side dish bread, costs 270 yen. A gentle taste of slightly sweet meat and potatoes made into a paste. The 270 yen navy curry bread features an original pork curry with Fukujinzuke as an accent. It's not the standard fried type, but it's moist and healthy. Also check out the Maizuru Hikiage Bread (270 yen), which has red bean paste wrapped in chewy dough containing wheat bran and germ.

La Serre

12. Freshly fried, crispy and fluffy [Sakai Butcher Shop]

A long-established butcher shop run by Mr. and Mrs. Sakai. The store is stocked with high-quality meat, including Wagyu beef, as well as sauces and other seasonings carefully selected by the couple. They also have a wide variety of fried products, from standard croquettes to pork cutlets, fried shrimp, and spring rolls. I'm happy that they offer all products freshly fried. Taste the happy delicacies of a butcher shop that has been a part of the dining tables of people living in Maizuru.

Sakai Seitan's original meat croquettes

The original meat and potato croquette is 160 yen, a croquette made from meat and potatoes that faithfully reproduces the taste of the navy according to the recipe. The food is fried after your order is placed, so no matter when you visit, it will be piping hot. The crispy batter is covered in meat and potatoes with a slightly sweet seasoning and plenty of toppings. Contains beef, potatoes, onions, carrots, konjac, and green peas for a fun taste.

Sakai butcher shop

  • Sakai Seinikuten
  • 429 Hama, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 10 minutes walk from JR "Higashi-Maizuru Station"
  • Tel.0773-63-3710
  • 9:30-18:00 (Fried foods 10:30-17:30, reservations until 17:15)
  • Closed on Tuesdays
  • Eat-in not allowed
  • No parking
  • https://twitter.com/sakai_seiniku/

13. The unique sweet and salty taste will make you addictive [Maizuru Fururu Farm]

An agricultural theme park located on the Oura Peninsula, which is close to the sea and mountains and is full of nature. The farm has a ranch and vegetable garden where cute animals live, and the harvested produce is served at the restaurant and market within the facility. In addition to agricultural experiences, we also have lodging facilities where you can enjoy the outdoors, so you can eat, play, stay overnight, and fully enjoy Maizuru's nature.

Maizuru Fururu Farm's Meat Gelato

The Handmade Sweets Studio, which is proud of its gelato, sells meat and potatoes gelato for 500 yen. It's surprising because it's not just a flavor, it's made from real meat and potatoes. It takes advantage of the sweetness of potatoes, carrots, and onions, and is seasoned with soy sauce and mirin. The Japanese-style sweet and salty flavor goes surprisingly well with vanilla ice cream. You can only purchase it here, so make sure to stop by when you're walking around Maizuru.

Maizuru Fururu Farm

  • Maizurufururu Farm
  • 60 Sezaki, Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture
  • 20 minutes by car from "Maizuru Higashi IC"
  • Tel.0773-68-0233
  • 10:00-16:00 (handmade sweets workshop)
  • Closed on Tuesdays, 1st and 2nd Wednesdays, and 3rd Thursdays of the month
  • All seats non-smoking No private room Parking available
  • https://fururufarm.com/
The information is subject to change. Please contact each store or facility directly for the latest information.
All prices include tax.
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