Holiday Ayo - Saitama is a prefecture in Japan which is located on the border with Tokyo. Apart from sightseeing, tourists can also enjoy natural products in the form of tea, eels and sweet potatoes in the area.

For your information, not all food in Saitama is halal, there are also some foods that use a mixture of pork.

Therefore, you should pay attention to the materials used before buying it. Here are some culinary recommendations that you can try when visiting Saitama Prefecture, Japan.

Culinary tourism in Saitama in Japan

1. Tofu ramen

Saitama's typical tofu ramen is made using soy sauce and minced meat. Served with slices of tofu, its appearance and taste represent ramen from the prefecture.

One of the places to eat tofu ramen typical of Saitama prefecture is Otemon Restaurant, located at 3-1-1 Ota, Iwatsuki-ku, Saitama-shi.

2. Kawahaba udon

Kawahaba udon is a type of wide udon noodle. These flat noodles are made from a simple dough, including wheat flour, water and salt.

The udon dough will first be rolled thinly, then cut into wide ribbons. This udon is often served in a hot broth made from dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and topped with green onions, tempura, or vegetables.

One place you can visit to eat kawahaba udon is in Kuraichi. The location is at 4-1-36, Ningyo, Konosu-shi.

3. Sayama Tea

People in Saitama process fresh tea leaves into various dishes, for example matcha lattes, ice cream and natural green tea.

One of the places to enjoy tea in Saitama Prefecture is Chinbata, located at 5919 Omiya, Chichibu-shi.