Osaka’s Food Culture Osaka Gastronomy The rational idea of frugality permeated merchant households, and simple, lean meals became the norm. However, at the same time, restaurants used for business meetings and other occasions… The rational idea of frugality permeated merchant households, and simple, lean meals became the norm. However, at the same time, restaurants used for business meetings and other occasions… Creating "Tradition and History are Delicious!" "Umami" has now become an international term. Dashi, which can be said to be the origin of the word, is the foundation of Japanese food culture and is unique to Japan. This "da... "Umami" has now become an international term. Dashi, which can be said to be the origin of the word, is the foundation of Japanese food culture and is unique to Japan. This "da... ~Naniwa Artisans~ The artisan spirit that supports food culture The exquisite sharpness of the knife, created by fire, iron, water, and the skill of a master craftsman, is unmatched. The craftsmanship of Sakai knives is behind washoku, a cuisine designated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage... The exquisite sharpness of the knife, created by fire, iron, water, and the skill of a master craftsman, is unmatched. The craftsmanship of Sakai knives is behind washoku, a cuisine designated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage... ~ Seafood and mountain delicacies ~ Naniwa terroir Osaka Bay was once so rich in fish that it was called the "fish garden." The word "fish garden" is written as "Naniwa" and pronounced "Naniwa." This is the name of Osaka's other name, Naniwa. Osaka Bay was once so rich in fish that it was called the "fish garden." The word "fish garden" is written as "Naniwa" and pronounced "Naniwa." This is the name of Osaka's other name, Naniwa. Naniwa Pinchos - Casual and Delicious Konamon & B-Grade Gourmet Osaka people are passionate about food. They treasure ingredients, don't waste anything, and try to avoid throwing away as much as possible. They cook well and eat delicious food... Osaka people are passionate about food. They treasure ingredients, don't waste anything, and try to avoid throwing away as much as possible. They cook well and eat delicious food... Food sustainability Did you know? SDGs The SDGs are international development goals to be achieved by 2030 that were adopted at the 2015 United Nations Summit. The SDGs are international development goals to be achieved by 2030 that were adopted at the 2015 United Nations Summit. Sustainable Seafood Japan has the most abundant ocean in the world. What can we do to preserve this ocean for the future? Japan has the most abundant ocean in the world. What can we do to preserve this ocean for the future? Olivier Laurentje Interview Olivier Laurent has been calling for sustainability to be a key issue in the culinary world for over 20 years. He currently serves as vice president of Relais & Châteaux. Olivier Laurent has been calling for sustainability to be a key issue in the culinary world for over 20 years. He currently serves as vice president of Relais & Châteaux. OSAKA DELICIOUS JOURNEYS 2019 In the fall of 2019, Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau invited chefs from around the world to host the "Food Capital Branding Osaka" event, a joint project with the Osaka Culture and Arts Festival. In the fall of 2019, Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau invited chefs from around the world to host the "Food Capital Branding Osaka" event, a joint project with the Osaka Culture and Arts Festival. Osaka-made products and Osaka-made masterpieces Osaka-mon refers to agricultural, forestry and fishery products produced within Osaka Prefecture and products made using these products. Osaka-mon refers to agricultural, forestry and fishery products produced within Osaka Prefecture and products made using these products. The spirit of elimination Osaka cuisine is known as "the cuisine of shimatsu." Shimatsu means beginning and end. In other words, it means things adding up, balancing out, and calculating... Osaka cuisine is known as "the cuisine of shimatsu." Shimatsu means beginning and end. In other words, it means things adding up, balancing out, and calculating... The taste of Naniwa: Dashi Osaka is known as the "Kitchen of the Nation," and as such, it brings together the finest foods from all over the country. The history of ingredients used to make dashi also spans hundreds of years. Osaka is known as the "Kitchen of the Nation," and as such, it brings together the finest foods from all over the country. The history of ingredients used to make dashi also spans hundreds of years. A city of gourmet delights There is an old saying that goes, "Kyoto is addicted to clothes, Osaka is addicted to food." This means that people will lose their fortunes by spending extravagantly on kimonos in Kyoto and on food and drink in Osaka. There is an old saying that goes, "Kyoto is addicted to clothes, Osaka is addicted to food." This means that people will lose their fortunes by spending extravagantly on kimonos in Kyoto and on food and drink in Osaka. Sakai's food culture The knife used to shave konbu into oboro konbu has a blade called an "Akita" that is bent before shaving, but in order to do this, it needs to be sharp... The knife used to shave konbu into oboro konbu has a blade called an "Akita" that is bent before shaving, but in order to do this, it needs to be sharp...

Ponzu and tecchiri Ponzu is a condiment loved by people of Osaka. It is a Japanese condiment with a refreshing tartness from citrus juice. Ponzu is a condiment loved by people of Osaka. It is a Japanese condiment with a refreshing tartness from citrus juice. Osaka Vegan/Vegitarian When you think of Osaka, classic foods like takoyaki, yakisoba, and kushikatsu come to mind. However, you may be worried that vegans won't be able to enjoy these dishes. When you think of Osaka, classic foods like takoyaki, yakisoba, and kushikatsu come to mind. However, you may be worried that vegans won't be able to enjoy these dishes. Tsuji Culinary Institute The founder, Shizuo Tsuji, was an educator, researcher and pioneer of Japanese gourmet cuisine. The founder, Shizuo Tsuji, was an educator, researcher and pioneer of Japanese gourmet cuisine. Gastronomy Events Tuesday, October 15, 2019: Tour of Kawachi Duck Farm (Tsumura Main Store) / Matsubara City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Wednesday, October 16, 2019: Visit to Naniwa Black Cattle Ranch / Hannan City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Naniwa Sake Brewery Tour / Hannan City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Wednesday, October 16, 2019: Visit to a chrysanthemum field / Kaizuka City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) October 16, 2017: Visit to Sakai Cutlery Scissor Blacksmith (Sasuke) / Sakai City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Wednesday, October 16, 2019: Visit to Sakai Konbu Specialty Store (Goda Shoten) / Sakai City Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Thursday, October 17, 2019 Food Sustainability Seminar / Osaka Gas Hug Museum Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Cooking demonstrations by world-class chefs using ingredients from Osaka Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Gala Night Event Thursday, October 17, 2019 / Miraiza Osaka Castle Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Gala Aperitif Menu Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Grand Finale Gala Dinner Menu Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Event to rediscover the charms of "Osaka, the city of food" (October 15-17, 2019) Ingredients provided for dishes using Osaka produce We would like to introduce the ingredients provided for the dishes made with Osaka produce. We would like to introduce the ingredients provided for the dishes made with Osaka produce.