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A Taste of Internationally Acclaimed Sausages During a Trip

Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store

Name: Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store
Address: 2725 Takaku Otsu, Nasu Town, Nasu County, Tochigi, 325-0303, JP
Telephone: +81-80-1233-5767
Price range: From 1,000 yen to 2,000 yen

ソーセージのIchika 那須本店

World-Class Sausages and a Craftsman's Passion in the Nasu Highlands

This shop is growing from a small workshop in the Nasu Highlands into a brand producing sausages to international standards, with a strong focus on ingredients and production methods. Its craft sausages combine Japan's umami traditions with Western meat-processing techniques, creating flavors rooted in the region.

A Taste of Internationally Acclaimed Sausages During a Trip

Impressed by the quality and flavor of "Nasu Kogen Pork" raised in the highlands, the owner refined their meat-processing skills with the goal of making excellent sausages and launched the business in July 2025. While building a following through sales from a food truck and other outlets, the business entered the internationally recognized "IFFA Japan Meat Processing Contest 2025," organized by the German Butchers' Association, for the first time in 2025. Six products won gold awards, and in May 2026, the long-awaited permanent shop, "Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store," opened.

"The Ultimate Hot Dog"

House-made sausages grilled over charcoal for a rich aroma

Sausage Takes Center Stage in the "Sausage Maker's Ultimate Hot Dog"

This hot dog features the shop's "House-Made Sausage with Nasu Kogen Pork," known for its crisp snap and savory flavor that develops with each bite. The juicy, fragrant sausage is grilled over charcoal and served in a whole-wheat bun made with Japanese-grown wheat. Natural yeast gives the bun a toasted aroma and pleasantly chewy texture that pairs well with the sausage. The hot dog also includes mashed potatoes made with "Nasu Milk" and butter, topped with fried onions for added texture. It is an easy way to enjoy local ingredients when visiting the Nasu Highlands or Nasushiobara.

Sausages Made with Pork from the Nasu Highlands

The sausages are made with pork from the Nasu Highlands. Raised in a cool, natural environment, the pork has a moist, tender texture and fat that melts easily, giving the sausages exceptional juiciness. Producers also pay close attention to the feed, using high-quality corn to produce pork rich in B vitamins and nutrients.
Gold Medal Winner at a Prestigious International Competition

The sausages made their debut at the "IFFA Japan Meat Processing Contest 2025," organized by the German Butchers' Association, and won six gold awards. Made with pork raised in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture, they are produced using the shop's own methods, including precise blends of salt and spices and controlled temperatures throughout the process. These craft sausages, recognized for their quality by international standards, are also available through the official online shop.

Restaurant highlights

Each sausage is crafted with the artisan's dedication

Sausages Individually Made by Skilled Craftsmen

All the sausages used at "Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store" are handmade, with skilled artisans carefully handling every step, from mixing the meat and stuffing the casings to cooking, while assessing the condition of the meat. Rather than relying solely on machines, they pay close attention to subtle changes throughout the process, creating sausages with a satisfying texture and rich umami that develops with every bite. This distinctive flavor is the result of the time and care the artisans put into their work, making it unique to "Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store."
Meticulous attention to everything from ingredients to preparation

A Craftsman's Dedication to Ingredients and Preparation Methods

All of the sausages are made by hand, with the artisans assessing the condition of the meat as they mix, stuff, and cook each batch. Rather than relying entirely on machines, they monitor subtle changes throughout the process to achieve a pleasing texture and savory flavor that develops with each bite. This hands-on approach is what gives the sausages at "Sausage no Ichika Nasu Main Store" their distinctive character.

Interior

Dine-in also available

The shop offers a variety of sausages and freshly made hot dogs, and dogs are welcome on the terrace. Relax in the fresh air of the Nasu Highlands while enjoying the sausages, or take them to go for a drive or back to your accommodations. The internationally recognized sausages can be enjoyed in whatever way suits your trip.

A message from the owner

We make each sausage individually using high-quality pork raised in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture, taking care to bring out the meat's natural qualities. Our piping-hot hot dogs, grilled over charcoal after each order is placed, are another specialty we'd love you to try. Please stop by and enjoy the delicious flavors of Nasu.

From the Tabiiro Editorial Team

The shop is run by a sausage maker with a deep passion for the craft. His attentive service to each customer also leaves a strong impression. To serve the hot dogs at their best, attention extends beyond the sausage itself to the bread and sauces. It is well worth a stop while traveling through the area.