Local delicacies in Fukui, Japan! Indulge in seasonal flavors of pork and crab

In March 2024, a new bullet train path was opened making it easier to access Fukui Prefecture. It tends to be cooler and more comfortable than the city, so it’s perfect for a little fall vacation. If you’re coming to Japan, why not make a stop at Fukui as well? Fukui boasts famous local foods like Sauce Katsu-don (fried pork with sauce over rice) and Seiko-gani (crab). Keep these in mind for your trip to Fukui.

Enjoy all the Seiko-gani crab at Raden

At Raden, you can enjoy dishes of Echizen crab. Every year from November 6th to the end of December every year, catching Seiko-gani crab is permitted. Seiko-gani crab refers to female snow crabs that are caught in Fukui Prefecture. Since these crabs have eggs, the period for catching them is limited. You can only eat them in certain areas of Japan near the Japan Sea. At this restaurant, the crabs are able to be eaten by reservation only. Pictured is their popular dish: the Seiko-don meal. It comes with 2 whole crabs. Indulge in the tastes of Seiko-gani crabs.

Hours	11:00AM – 2:00PM / 5:00PM – 9:00PM (Last order 8:30PM) Reservations for the Seiko-don meal are available via phone call only. 3 time slots. Limited-time only. ①11:00AM – 12:00PM, ②12:15PM – 1:15PM, ③1:30PM – 2:30PM
Address	Happiring 1st floor 1-2-1 Chuo, Fukui-shi, Fukui Prefecture
Access	Hotel Fujita Fukui: 13-min. walk from the hotel
URL	https://fukui-raden.jp/

The katsu overflowing from the bowl! Fukui’s local delicacy, Sauce Katusu-don, at its birthplace: Europe-ken Headquarters

Sauce Katsu-don is a local delicacy of Fukui Prefecture. It is fried tonkatsu pork soaked in a special sauce over rice. Europe-ken is said to be the birthplace of the dish. Originally, the founder had gone to Germany and tried to create a dish using Worcestershire sauce that Japanese people would like. Europe-ken remains popular to this day. Their Katsu-don toppings overflow from the bowl. The fried meat is soaked in sauce but it’s not overpowering and pairs perfectly with the rice. Don’t forget to stop by when you visit Fukui.

Hours	11:00AM – 7:50PM Closed on Tuesdays and every other Monday
Address	1-7-4 Junka, Fukui-shi, Fukui Prefecture
Access	Hotel Fujita Fukui: 7-min. walk from the hotel
URL	http://yo-roppaken.gourmet.coocan.jp/

Warm up with a piping hot meal! Enjoy Seiko-gani crab at this Italian restaurant: BEATO

This Italian restaurant resides in a little alley in Fukui. They use healthy ingredients and boast healthy menu items like enzyme drinks. One of their popular dishes is their piping hot baked risotto. In fall and winter, they serve a special seasonal risotto made with Seiko-gani crab. They also serve Seiko-gani crab pasta. Both contain plenty of Seiko-gani crab and is worth every bite. As it gets colder, come enjoy a piping hot meal of delicious Seiko-gani crab. It gets packed at lunchtime, so we recommend making a reservation.

Hours	Monday – Saturday 11:30AM – 2:30PM / 6:00PM – 10:00PM Friday, Saturday 6:00PM – 12:00AM Closed every Sunday and every 2nd and 4th Monday
Address	6-21-17 Bunkyo, Fukui-shi, Fukui Prefecture
Access	Hotel Fujita Fukui: 8-min. car ride from the hotel
URL	https://www.instagram.com/beato.fukui/