Fukuoka is well known for representing trademarks of Japanese culture all across the board, but nothing is more important to Fukuoka than its particularly enticing array of gourmet foods. Tonkotsu (pork bone soup stock) Ramen, Mentaiko (seasoned cod eggs), Chicken Mizutaki (meat and vegetable cooked in broth on the table and eaten with dipping sauce) and Motsunabe (organ meat and vegetable cooked in broth are just a few of all the city has to offer. Since Fukuoka is near Genkainada, which provides a rich array of seafood, you have access to the freshest sashimi. In addition to raw fish, you can also find grilled and stewed varieties of the same fish. Often, famous Tokyo restaurant will open branches in Fukuoka before Osaka or Nagoya. Recently, “Tanita Shokudo (Diner)” opened its branch in Fukuoka. Famous for its healthy menu, Tanita Shokudo has attracted a lot of attention from the media.
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