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Nagoya's Home Food - Miso Udon Noodle (Nikomi Udon)
Nagoya city, Aichi Pref.

FOOD 2016 25 minutes Episode(s): 1 english Japanese
[Food of Japan Season 2]

Out of many regional foods found in Nagoya, one can't avoid 'Miso dishes' which use thick red sauce from soya paste. Variations are Miso Udon Noodle (Miso Nikomi Udon) and pork cutlet with miso sauce (Miso Katsu or Miso Kushikatsu). People enjoy these savory dishes with their rich flavored sauce. The camera focuses on Miso Udon Noodle by Yamamotoya, one of Nagoya's well-known restaurants.

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