What food or restaurants in Fukushima Prefecture do locals recommend to foreigners? [Top 10 reader survey]
What food or restaurants in Fukushima Prefecture do locals recommend to foreigners?
[Top 10 reader survey]
We will introduce the top 10 from the large number of answers received from Style Koriyama readers (including multiple answers).
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No.1
Kitakata Ramen
Kitakata Ramen, which originated in Kitakata City, Fukushima, is considered one of Japan’s three major ramen styles, alongside Sapporo Ramen and Hakata Ramen.
In Kitakata, there is even a unique tradition of enjoying ramen in the morning—known locally as “morning ramen.”
No.2
Seafood Restaurant Mexico Koriyama Flamingokan
A restaurant where you can enjoy delicious seafood dishes—including their famous crab pilaf—while gazing out at the flamingos.
No.3
Shirakawa Ramen
This style of ramen is mainly served in Shirakawa, Fukushima, and is one of the prefecture’s beloved local ramen varieties.
Its classic features include homemade curly noodles and a light, soy sauce–based broth that delivers a simple yet satisfying flavor.
No.4
Garden Restaurant Sarara / Miharu, Tamura
A restaurant where you can enjoy a wholesome, natural food buffet inside BRITOMART in Miharu, Tamura, Fukushima.
They prepare dishes using seasonal vegetables, carefully highlighting the unique flavors and characteristics of each season. It’s a wonderful place to savor fresh, locally inspired cuisine in a relaxed setting.
5th to 7th place (same number of votes)
Korakuen
A major ramen chain headquartered in Koriyama, Fukushima.
As of February 14, 2025, the company operates 356 locations, primarily across the Kanto and Tohoku regions. In addition to their signature ramen, you can also enjoy favorites such as gyoza and fried rice.
They frequently offer creative, limited-time menu items that you won’t find anywhere else, giving customers a new reason to visit again and again.
5th to 7th place (same number of votes)
Fruits peaks
A fruit tart specialty shop and café born from Fruit Shop Aoki, established in 1924.
They offer beautifully crafted tarts, parfaits, and other desserts made with an abundance of carefully selected, premium-quality fruit—the true star of every creation.
5th to 7th place (same number of votes)
Aizu Cuisine Takino / Aizuwakamatsu
A traditional Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima.
The building itself is a relocated and restored Itozawa Jinya, once situated along the historic Aizu Nishi Kaido (also known as the Shimotsuke Kaido). The restaurant beautifully preserves the atmosphere of old Aizu.
Their signature wappa meshi is served in magewappa—bentwood containers crafted in Hinoemata Village, a tradition that dates back over 500 years.
Here, you can savor dishes made with carefully selected Aizu ingredients while experiencing the region’s rich history and culture.
8th to 10th place (same number of votes)
Momotei / Koriyama
Founded in 1978, this long-established yakiniku (grilled meat) restaurant is known for its commitment to quality.
They serve only carefully selected female Kuroge Wagyu beef, chosen by experienced chefs for its exceptional flavor and tenderness.
In addition to their dinner menu, their great-value lunch sets are especially popular, offering a delicious and satisfying experience at a reasonable price.
8th to 10th place (same number of votes)
Fukushima Beef Yakiniku Gyuho / Koriyama
A yakiniku (grilled meat) restaurant directly operated by JA Zen-Noh Fukushima.
Here, you can savor the pride of Fukushima Prefecture, including premium branded Kuroge Wagyu such as “Fukushima Beef” and “Fukushima Kirameki Beef,” as well as “Hayama Kogen Pork.”
The menu also features seasonal vegetables, locally grown Fukushima rice, and regional sake—allowing you to fully experience the rich flavors of the area.
8th to 10th place (same number of votes)
Sosu Katsu Don (pork cutlets and sauce with rice in a bowl)
This dish is served at many restaurants, mainly in Aizuwakamatsu.
Unlike the typical katsudon—where pork cutlets are simmered with egg and served over rice—this local style features a generous layer of shredded cabbage on top of the rice, followed by crispy pork cutlets coated in a sweet and savory sauce.
It’s a simple yet satisfying variation that has become a beloved regional specialty.
