Located in the Hokuriku region, Fukui Prefecture boasts beautiful nature, as exemplified by the lush mountains of Echizen and the clear, flowing waters of Wakasa.

It is the least populated prefecture in the Hokuriku region, and its neighboring prefectures are Ishikawa, Gifu, Shiga, and Kyoto.

Today, I will explain about the local B-class gourmet food of Fukui Prefecture.

What is Fukui Prefecture's local B-class gourmet food?

When you hear the name Fukui Prefecture, some people may think "it seems cold" or "it's rural" and not know much about the prefecture's characteristics.

Geographically, it is located in the Hokuriku region, but in terms of administrative jurisdiction it is sometimes considered to be in the Kinki region, and in fact, as can be seen from looking at neighboring prefectures, it is not that far from the Kinki and Tokai regions.

Fukui Prefecture is originally famous for its production of lacquerware and glasses, and as it faces the Sea of Japan, it is also known for its high food consciousness, including seafood and agricultural products.

Another reason why Fukui Prefecture's cuisine is so delicious is its water.

Fukui Prefecture's specialty products, such as sake, soba, and rice, all require high-quality water.

Mount Hakusan, which straddles Fukui Prefecture, and the rivers that flow from it provide water resources rich in minerals, which in turn produce high-quality gourmet food.

Local B-class gourmet food in Fukui Prefecture

Let's take a look at them one by one.

Sauce cutlet bowl

The representative local B-class gourmet food of Fukui Prefecture is "sauce katsudon."

It is recognized as soul food among the locals, and if you order a katsudon in Fukui, you will get this sauce katsudon, rather than the egg-covered rice bowl that you get in other prefectures.

It is said that this sauce katsudon was originally created at the long-established Western restaurant "Europaken." After studying cooking in Germany, the founder opened a restaurant in Tokyo and began selling sauce katsudon.

Currently, the number of restaurants serving sauce katsudon in Fukui Prefecture is increasing, allowing you to enjoy a variety of different flavors of the same gourmet dish.

Volga rice

"Volga rice" is a local B-class gourmet dish that combines Japanese and Western cuisine and originated in the Takefu area of Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture.

It has gradually started to gain attention since around 2010, and consists of an omelet rice topped with a pork cutlet and topped with a special sauce such as demi-glace sauce, ketchup, or white sauce.

This dish is also available at many stores, and the filling of the omelet rice, the type of cutlet, and the flavor of the sauce vary depending on the store.

Sabae Dog

"Sabae Dog" is a local B-class gourmet food that is perfect for eating while walking around.

This gourmet dish was developed by Meat & Delica Sasaki, located in the shopping district of Sabae City. It is made by wrapping rice and thinly sliced meat around chopsticks, deep frying it and seasoning it with a rich sauce.

It's easy to buy and easy to eat, so try it when you feel a little hungry.

By the way, "Meat & Delica Sasaki" is a local butcher shop that serves not only Sabae Dogs but also other popular local delicacies such as meat balls, so be sure to try them.

Echizen grated radish soba

"Echizen Oroshi Soba" is a type of soba that is very simply seasoned but very satisfying to eat.

The way people in Fukui Prefecture eat it is by topping grated spicy daikon radish with plenty of spring onions and bonito flakes, and pouring dashi directly over it.

The soba noodles are slightly thick, dark in color, and chewier than regular soba.

Mikuni Burger

The "Mikuni Burger" available in Mikuni Town uses an abundance of ingredients from Fukui Prefecture.

Unlike regular burgers, this burger has many special features, such as using pickles instead of pickles, and the sauce and mayonnaise are all homemade.

It is enjoyed by a wide range of people, regardless of age or gender.

Echizen crab

This is now one of Fukui Prefecture's most delicious delicacies, and is in season from November to March.

At this time of year, tourists from all over Japan visit to eat Echizen crab, which can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, such as sashimi, grilled, or shabu-shabu.

By the way, right after the crab season is lifted, the taste is simple, but towards the end of the season it becomes fatty and rich in flavor.

Go at a time that suits you.

Grilled mackerel sushi

"Grilled mackerel sushi" is a gourmet food that is mainly eaten as an in-flight lunch at airports.

Recently, it has become recognized as a local delicacy of Fukui Prefecture, and is made by pressing sushi with fragrant grilled mackerel and perilla leaves.

The savory mackerel and the refreshing shiso create an indescribable harmony.

Winter Water Yokan

"Fuyumi Yokan" is different from the typical yokan eaten in the summer and is eaten in the winter.

There are also differences in the way they are eaten; in the Fukui style, the large yokan is scooped up and eaten with a spatula.

How about having this as a dessert after eating the hearty local B-grade gourmet food introduced so far?

Location of Fukui Prefecture

summary

Today, I explained about the local B-class gourmet food of Fukui Prefecture.

As the cold weather approaches, Fukui Prefecture has many must-visit tourist spots, and you can enjoy beautiful snowy scenery.

Please consider it as your next tourist destination.

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