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"Kairakuen" is a long-established restaurant in Nagasaki Chinatown where you can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine.

A long-established Chinese restaurant in Nagasaki Chinatown that was founded in 1933. In addition to Nagasaki specialties such as champon and sara udon, you can enjoy a variety of other Chinese dishes.

Kairakuen is a long-established Chinese restaurant located in Nagasaki Chinatown. It is a traditional restaurant that is said to have created Nagasaki specialties such as sara udon and champon, and is popular for its authentic flavors and comfortable atmosphere.

The "Dongpo Pork (650 yen)" is pork belly slowly simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce. It is thickly cut but melts in your mouth with a rich flavor.

The sweet and spicy sauce soaks into the meat and pairs perfectly with the fluffy steamed buns. The freshly steamed buns are slightly sweet, bringing out the rich flavor of the meat.

"Hatosi (220 yen)" is a dish of shrimp paste sandwiched between slices of bread and deep-fried until crispy. The freshly fried Hatosi has a fragrant, crispy texture on the outside, while the shrimp paste inside is soft and juicy, giving each bite a rich flavor.

"Sara Udon (thin noodles)" (1,100 yen) is one of Nagasaki's representative local dishes. It is a fragrant and rich dish with crispy noodles topped with a thick sauce made with plenty of ingredients.

The chicken bone-based sauce is thick and blends perfectly with the noodles.
The fried thin noodles have a unique texture that is fun to eat; they are crunchy at first, but once the sauce mixes with them, they become chewy.

One of the attractions of sara udon is the fun of adding sauce as you go along and adjusting the flavor to your liking.

The sauce adds richness to the dish, making it even more delicious. This traditional dish is a delight to look at and enjoy, with the crispness of vegetables such as cabbage and bean sprouts, and the colorful squid tentacles, clams, and kamaboko fish cakes.

Kairakuen is a long-established restaurant perfect for those who want to taste authentic Chinese cuisine in Nagasaki Chinatown. Its historical value and deliciousness are of course appealing, as is its warm atmosphere and comfort. If you're visiting Nagasaki, be sure to stop by.

Kairakuen

Handmade udon noodles from a long-established kamaboko shop: "Handmade Udon Sanukiya"

Sanukiya, a beloved restaurant in Sakuramachi, Nagasaki City, which has been loved for nearly half a century since 1976, has relocated and reopened in a new location. In addition to handmade udon, you can also enjoy freshly fried kamaboko and oden.

On February 1, 2024, "Teuchi Udon Sanukiya" relocated and opened next to "Kamaboko Nagasaki Ichiban Kagomachi Store". It is operated by Nagasaki Kamaboko Co., Ltd., a long-established company founded in 1914 that is famous for its kamaboko and hatoshi rolls.

The restaurant is equipped with both table and counter seating, and you can enjoy your meal in a relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by the warmth of wood.

"Nagasaki Local Fish Tempura Udon (650 yen)" is topped with a large kamaboko (fish cake) made from the paste of local fish caught in the fertile seas of Nagasaki. The umami flavor of the kamaboko blends into the soup, creating a delicious and unified taste.

The soup, based on bonito and kelp, is beautifully clear and has a gentle flavor with the aroma of dashi.

The handmade noodles have a harmonious balance of soft, chewy firmness and a smooth texture. They go perfectly with the soup and local fish tempura, making this a treat packed with local flavors that will warm your body and soul.

The original dish "Ichibandon (600 yen)" uses the famous kamaboko fish cake. The chewy kamaboko fish cake is simmered in fragrant broth, topped with a fluffy egg, and generously served on top of rice.

The chewy texture of the kamaboko and the egg flavored with the aroma of dashi are a perfect combination, and when eaten with hot rice, it has a nostalgic, comforting taste that will make you feel happy with every bite.

At the "Kamaboko Nagasaki Ichiban Kagomachi Store" next door, you can purchase popular kamaboko and hatoshi rolls. Why not stop by after enjoying your udon? They are sure to make a great souvenir.

Sanukiya Handmade Udon

Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture, is a place where you can experience a variety of food cultures. In addition to local dishes such as Nagasaki Champon and Sara Udon, the city is also home to unique gourmet foods such as castella and Turkish rice, which have been nurtured by the city's history of multicultural exchange. Be sure to enjoy every bit of the flavors that can only be found here.