Enjoy the nostalgic flavors of mixed rice, a beloved dish among locals.
Sutebusuton
- 841 Mio, Mihama-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-20-1420
- 11:00 – 15:00 (Last Order: 14:00)
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Open on public holidays)
Prepared with vinegar and non-fermented, making it delicious and enjoyable for everyone.
Maruai Zushi
- 992 Yoshihara, Mihama-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-23-3712
- 9:00 – 17:00
- Mondays
Marinated briefly with rice vinegar infused with orange and yuzu. *Advance reservation required (Seasonal product available from autumn to winter)
Azuma Zushi
- 258 Kitamichi, Minabe-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0739-72-2174
- 16:00 – 21:00 (Only takeaway during lunch hours)
- Wednesdays
Known for its refined flavor, delicious both raw and in hot pot dishes. *Advance reservation required
Minshuku Hamayoshi
- 3960-1 Shiga, Hidaka-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-64-2390
- 11:00 – 21:00
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Enjoy Ise ebi, firm and succulent, served raw and in a hot pot. *Advance reservation required
Hamanoya
- 41 Katakui, Hidaka-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-64-2024
- By consultation
- During New Year's holidays
Savor the light, delicate flavor of hamo, which is in season during the summer. *Advance reservation required
Hirasakan
- 715 Fukei, Yura-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-65-1023
- By consultation
- Irregular
Enjoy making ume juice using Nanko ume, the finest brand of ume plums, an activity suitable for young children and adults alike. *Advance reservation required
Kishu Umeboshikan
- 1339 Yamauchi, Minabe-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0739-72-2151
- 8:30 – 17:00
- January 1, during maintenance period (TBD)
Experience making Haya-narezushi and take home one bar per person. *Advance reservation required
Kishu Experience Exchange Yume Club
- 2F Youth Center, Nanzan Sports Park, 1030-90 Wasa, Hidakagawa-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-70-4333
- 8:30 – 17:15
- Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
Experience fish filleting with local fishers at a Showa-era retro fishing port, and enjoy making wakame zushi. *Advance reservation required
Kishu no Wa, Wayo Shokudo Shirashou
- 64 Obiki, Yura-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama (Former Shirasaki Elementary School)
- 0738-65-1123
- Store: 10:00 – 15:30 Dining: 11:00 – 15:30 (Last order 14:30)
- Tuesdays
A rich and aromatic naturally brewed soy sauce made using a method that has been passed down since the Edo period.
Horikawaya Nomura
- 743 Sono, Gobo-shi, Wakayama
- 0738-22-0063
- Weekdays: 9:00–17:00 Weekends and holidays: 10:00–17:00
- Irregular (call before visiting)
Simply mix with rice for an easy, delicious meal, popular among people of all ages.
Kaeru no Minato
- 4485-38 Inami, Inami-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-20-9028
- 9:00 – 17:00
- Irregular
Known for its refreshing aftertaste and timeless flavor.
Amadaya
- 664-6 Takara, Yukawacho, Gobo-shi, Wakayama
- 0738-22-0455
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Irregular
A specialty sweet made with fluffy steamed sweet potatoes kneaded into mochi and filled with mildly sweet red bean paste.
Katsurado
- 257 Kitado, Minabe-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0739-72-2215
- 8:00 – 18:00
- Irregular
A seasonal ingredient available from early October to late May, known for its large size and flaky texture.
Fresh Mart Specialty Products Direct Sales Store
- 261-1 Inami, Inami-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-42-1356
- 9:00 – 17:00
- During New Year's holidays
A product made by salt-pickling gonpachi, Japanese knotweed, and then preparing it with a unique method to create a rich flavor and a satisfying texture.
Michi no Hot Station Miyama no Sato
- 197-5 Ubuyugawa, Hidakagawa-cho, Hidaka-gun, Wakayama
- 0738-57-0113
- 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesdays and during New Year's holidays