Local food and restaurants in Tochigi
Utsunomiya is known for gyoza, while Nikko is a place to try yuba. Made from the delicate skin that forms on heated soy milk, yuba has a different texture from tofu.
Local dishes to try in Tochigi
- Utsunomiya gyoza
- Nikko yuba
Choosing a meal in Tochigi
In Tochigi, look for yuba around Nikko and gyoza in Utsunomiya. They belong to different towns, so start with the place on your itinerary before choosing a restaurant.
Tips for choosing a restaurant
Leave time for a yuba meal while exploring Nikko. If your trip also takes you through Utsunomiya, gyoza gives you another local meal to look forward to.
What else could you see nearby?
If you want to go beyond Nikko’s Shinkyo Bridge and Toshogu to the Oku-Nikko lakes, allow time for the bus. Adding Utsunomiya on the same day may leave you with little time to explore Nikko itself.
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Read more about regional dishes and food traditions in these official guides. For a particular restaurant’s menu, prices and booking terms, use its own website or reservation page.