Marui Syoten Utsumi マル伊商店 内海店
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- Aichi
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Enjoy Raw Whitebait in One of Japan's Premier Whitebait Fishing Towns
"Marui Shoten Utsumi" is a restaurant offering whitebait dishes and souvenirs, located about a 10-minute walk from Nagoya Railroad Utsumi Station. Minamichita Town in Aichi is known for its rich whitebait fishing grounds, and this shop is directly managed by Marui Shoten, which specializes in processed seafood products. Recommended dishes include the popular "Nama Shirasu Don (raw whitebait bowl)" and "Namataki Shirasu Hitsumabushi (raw whitebait simmered in a special sauce with rice)", featuring "Namataki Shirasu Tsukudani (raw whitebait simmered in a special sauce)", which won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award. Other menu items include "Himono Teishoku (dried fish set meals)" and gelato. Enjoy a relaxing meal while selecting souvenirs such as tsukudani and dried fish in the store's food and drink corner. It's a must-visit during your trip.
Taste the Signature Dish, "Namataki Shirasu Tsukudani"
The shop is popular for its "Namataki Shirasu Tsukudani" (raw whitebait simmered in a special sauce), made using a rare method in Japan where whitebait caught in Minamichita Town is "cooked raw" without being dried. This award-winning dish, which won the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award, is highly recommended as a souvenir. You can also enjoy the fragrant and tender "Namataki Shirasu Hitsumabushi" (raw whitebait simmered in a special sauce with rice).
Fresh Raw Whitebait Served for a Truly Delicious Experience
The fresh raw whitebait caught in Minamichita Town, one of Japan's leading whitebait fishing grounds, is beautifully shiny and looks like a jewel. The "Nama Shirasu Don (raw whitebait bowl)" made with raw whitebait is a must-try. With its soft texture and delicate flavor, it is an exquisite dish unique to this restaurant, crafted with a focus on sweet soy sauce and condiments.
