Tochigi Food Guide: Utsunomiya Gyoza, Nikko Yuba & Strawberries

Utsunomiya Gyoza

Japan's gyoza capital has over 200 dedicated dumpling restaurants. Crispy pan-fried, steamed or deep-fried — every style is well represented.

Nikko Yuba (Tofu Skin)

Thicker and sweeter than Kyoto yuba, Nikko's version has over 400 years of tradition.

Tochigi Strawberries

Japan's leading strawberry prefecture. Tochiotome, Skyberry and Tochiaika offer exceptional sweetness.

Sano Ramen

A Sano City speciality — flat noodles made with an unusual bamboo rolling technique, served in a clear light soy broth.

Shimotsukare

A New Year's leftover dish unique to Tochigi — salted salmon head, soybeans, daikon, carrot and sake kasu simmered together.

Access

Utsunomiya gyoza is concentrated in the Gyoza no Machi area. Nikko yuba is sold at shops along Nikko's main approach.