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Explanation: One more memorable night on your journey. A dinner outing in glistening Minamiuonuma.
Minamiuonuma City in Niigata Prefecture is nestled among snow-covered mountains, including the famous Mount Hakkai, and renowned as one of Japan's premier producers of Koshihikari rice. In winter, its ski resorts bustle with activity, while travelers from around the world visit to take in the clear air and beautiful scenery nurtured by fresh melting snow. The shopping street in front of Muikamachi Station is illuminated with festive lights, and there are many spots where you can enjoy locally brewed craft sake. Its charm lies in its accessible balance of “food, sake, nature, and light.”
This list introduces 19 restaurants showcasing Minamiuonuma's bountiful ingredients and the skill of its artisans. From set meals featuring Minamiuonuma Koshihikari rice, to meticulously prepared local cuisine, casual dining perfect for after skiing, and delicacies gathered from the mountains and sea paired with local sake—we invite you to savor the warm flavors of Minamiuonuma.
This dining list features spots where you can taste the best of Minami-Uonuma in a relaxed way: rice-focused local eateries, restaurants serving traditional regional dishes, casual places perfect after a day on the slopes, and refined venues offering seasonal ingredients paired with local sake.
Ski, soak, sip, and eatthese selections are designed to fit naturally into the flow of an easy, rewarding trip through Minami-Uonuma."