【Odawara, Kanagawa】Odawara Oden Honjin

This restaurant specializes in oden, using products from local fish cake shops and tofu makers. Located just steps away from Odawara Station, it offers excellent accessibility, making it a convenient spot to enjoy a delicious and authentic meal.

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About: Odawara Oden

Odawara Oden Honjin is a beloved establishment that truly embodies the local culture.

Though Odawara oden has become a staple of the area, it originally emerged as part of a community revitalization effort. With an abundance of seafood and fertile land nourished by rivers flowing through the Ashigara Plain, locals came together to create a new culinary tradition that made use of these rich resources. Odawara Oden Honjin is the only place in Odawara where you can savor not only perfectly simmered oden but also pure rice sake from all 13 breweries across Kanagawa Prefecture.

Visitors can enjoy warm interactions with locals while indulging in delicious oden, creating an unforgettable and authentic experience.

Highlights:

When visiting Odawara Oden Honjin, try to snag a seat at the counter. Watching the oden ingredients simmering and smelling the rich aroma rising from the pot is a blissful experience that adds to the charm of your meal.

Along with classic mustard, you can enjoy three unique condiments with your oden: plum miso, yuzu pepper, and the traditional mustard. The hallmark of Odawara oden is the use of local fish cakes, and at Odawara Oden Honjin, operated by a traditional kamaboko (fish cake) shop, you’ll find a selection of local specialties. Highlights include “Tako-ten” from Yamaichi Kamaboko, “Kuro-tsumire” from Suzuhiro, “Shirasu-shinjo” from Urokikichi, and “Ganmodoki” from Yamazaki Tofu Shop. Each dish offers a unique taste of Odawara’s culinary traditions.

The warm interactions with locals add an extra layer to the experience. Chatting with fellow diners about oden or exchanging tips on must-visit spots in Odawara deepens your connection with the local culture. Relish the delicious oden while engaging in these enriching conversations for an unforgettable and heartwarming experience.