The history, culture, and lifestyles of the area are mixed and condensed in one plate of a local dish that has been passed for generations in mountain and fishing villages throughout Japan. We will introduce various unknown local dishes, also known as the soul food of the Japanese people.

Iri-Yaki

Nagasaki

All the fruits of sea and mountain in one hot pot

Iri-Yaki

Fresh local seafood and vegetables are cooked together in one hot pot. The ingredients are first fried in rapeseed oil, giving the dish its name (‘Iri’ means ‘to fry’ in Japanese). The flavoring varies wildly according to region and household. The dish is often served at weddings and other celebrations.

Information provided by : 長崎県農林部農政課

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