We will introduce some of Naruto 's delicious foods, including the local specialty Naruto sea bream, naruchuru udon, Naruto kintoki, and Naruto wakame seaweed.

Naruto Naruto bream, which grows in the whirlpools of Naruto , has firm flesh and is said to be the highest quality of sea bream. The sea bream rice dish, which uses plenty of wild Naruto bream, is exquisite. The boat-shaped platter also features whole-fish sashimi of wild Naruto bream caught in Naruto . You can also enjoy other fresh seafood caught in the waters around the Naruto.

This is a unique and deep udon that has been loved by locals in Naruto City for a long time. The broth is golden and has a light soy sauce flavor, the noodles are thin, soft and irregular, and the toppings are spring onions and chopped fried tofu, which go perfectly with the broth. It's a soothing, cool noodle that you can slurp down when it's cold, or when you're feeling fatigued from the summer heat or have a hangover. Even if it's your first time eating it, it feels somehow nostalgic...it's a familiar udon.

Tokushima ramen is characterized by its rich soup and slightly sweet taste. It can even be eaten as a side dish with rice. Tokushima ramen is said to come in three different soup colors: brown, yellow, and white. Please enjoy it.

"Sudachi Yellowtail" is raised on food mixed with sudachi peels from Tokushima Prefecture, and is perfect for sashimi, yellowtail shabu-shabu, and carpaccio. It has less fat and no unpleasant odor compared to regular farmed yellowtail, so it's recommended for children who don't like fish.

Freshly caught oysters are grown in the Uchino Sea, blessed with the rapids of the Naruto and abundant nature, and are delicious whether eaten raw or grilled. Their rich flavor is rapidly gaining fans nationwide! There are restaurants in the city where you can eat fresh oysters. (Season: December to March)

Supported by the rich natural environment and traditional techniques, they are brewed with a single focus on quality. Recently, their rich Junmai sake, Honjozo sake, and Ginjo sake have become popular. They can be purchased at souvenir shops such as the famous Honke Matsuura Sake Brewery in Naruto, the Naruto Product Center, and the roadside station "Daikyu no Sato."

Original Matsuura Sake Brewery https://narutotai.jp/
Naruto Bussankan https://www.naruto-bussan.jp/
Roadside Station "Daikyu no Sato" http://www.daikunosato-bussankan.jp/

Designated as a national traditional craft, Otani-yaki is a representative pottery of Tokushima with 230 years of history. There are six kilns in "Otani-yaki no Sato" that continue the tradition, and while cherishing the simple texture, they are constantly producing original pieces. Why not come and find your favorite pottery? There are also painting and pottery-making experiences. In addition, the pottery market "Kama Matsuri" is held every year on the second Saturday and Sunday of November.

Otani Ware Pottery Factory, Ceramics Hall, Umerigama: https://matcha-jp.com/jp/place-master/15441

Known as "JAPAN BLUE," indigo dyeing is known around the world as the blue color that represents Japan. Tokushima is the home of this dyeing tradition, and the tradition has been passed down. There are several workshops in Naruto, and a wide range of products are sold, from handkerchiefs and stoles to household goods and clothing. You can also purchase in the Naruto Product Center and the roadside station "Daikyu no Sato."

Indigo Studio Futaai https://r.goope.jp/futaai/
STUDIO N2 https://www.entwo.com/
Indigo Dye Studio Aidama https://www.naruto-mon.jp/corp/aidama/

Known as a local specialty that originated in Naruto, "Naruto Kintoki" was named after the golden-colored potato that was originally called Kintoki potato. The bright golden-colored Naruto Kintoki is characterized by its chestnut-like fluffy texture and high sugar content. In addition to the classic roasted sweet potato, it can also be steamed or boiled. It can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, such as tempura and daigakuimo.

It is also famous as an ingredient in sweets, and a wide variety of Naruto Kintoki sweets can be enjoyed at shops in Naruto City, including local ice cream made with Naruto Kintoki and exquisite sweets made with Naruto Kintoki soft serve ice cream topped with deep fried potato skin slices. In addition, sweet potatoes made with Naruto Kintoki are very popular throughout Japan. Enjoy the rich, spreading aroma, gentle sweetness, and a moment of relaxation that is unique to Japan.

Naruto wakame is natural seaweed with a chewy texture and delicious flavor. It grows in the Naruto whirlpools and the strong currents that create them. Its vibrant green color is a visual delight and delicious to eat, a gift from the bountiful sea. Please enjoy the color, taste, and texture.

Naruto's specialty lotus root is shiny and white, with a crisp, crunchy texture and a soft mouthfeel. Its light flavor makes it a good match for any type of cuisine, whether Japanese, Western, or Chinese. Recently, lotus root chips and lotus root ice cream have also become popular.

"Uzu no Sake Gourmet" is a menu that allows you to enjoy seafood nurtured by the whirlpools of the Naruto, in other words, "Uzu no Sake." It uses more than three types of seafood caught in the Naruto and nearby waters, and local ingredients from Naruto and Minami Awaji, two neighboring cities that are separated by the whirlpools. You can enjoy seasonal fish 365 days a year, and it is a menu that is both delicious and visually appealing. You can eat it at restaurants and accommodations that are participating in Uzu no Sake Gourmet.

By ordering from Naruto, you can enjoy local specialties and popular gourmet foods at home.
There are many products that are perfect as gifts, so you can easily enjoy the deliciousness of Naruto even if you are far away.