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Kansai

Kansai’s Endless Foodie Adventures

Kansai, home to Japan’s former capital of Kyoto, and the nearby Osaka - an historic trading hub with a bustling nightlife, has many areas rural area’s just a stone’s throw away, that are blessed with rich nature. As such, Kansai’s cuisine has been refined both through its local bounty, and as a result of a variety of ingredients brought in from all over the country. Kansai has had a great influence on Japanese food culture. Delight in Osaka's savoury okonomiyaki and Takoyaki, Kyoto's elegant kaiseki, and Kobe's world-famous Wagyu beef. With its blend of historical significance and food culture honed throughout the centuries, Kansai offers an unforgettable gastronomic experiences that showcase the best of Japanese cuisine.

 

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