udon
You’ll have to travel to Marugame Seimen locations across Japan to try each dish in its respective prefecture.
A rare case of udon being unexpected in Udon Prefecture, but where they came from is still a mystery.
Cold noodles and curry noodles are proven successes, but cold curry noodles is a new roll of the culinary dice.
These sweet treats–made not from udon flour but from actual mashed udon noodles–are delightfully chewy and pack a flavorful punch.
Honorary Pokémon governor of Udon Prefecture has a treat that might be even tastier than his tail.
Be careful that you don’t start drinking your bath water by mistake or you’ll find yourself in even hotter water.
Famous chocolate bar gets fried up for Valentine’s Day, but it’s not exactly as great as they say.
Black Thunder joins forces with popular noodle restaurant chain for a treat that keeps the chocolate brand’s image of cheap and delicious.
Soba restaurant chain’s claim leads us to cross the standard line of where tempura is supposed to go.
Final Fantasy VII’s villain gets a foxy makeover as he forcibly recommends a meal for his rival.
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