Monday, March 19, 2012

CNNGo TV: Osaka and Kyoto -- the historic heart of Japan

by Brent Swails

Whether it's the 500-year-old soba recipe in the former imperial capital Kyoto, or a signature takoyaki restaurant in Osaka, there's no escaping Japan's history and culture in these two cities. 

CNNGo TV this episode takes a look at some of the places in Kyoto and Osaka that the locals like to go, including the fortune-telling Kibune Shrine, a hilarious wrestling show and a coffee/antiques shop.

Honke OwariyaNo longer in the palace, but the royal family is still a fan of their soba.

Honke Owariya

This soba shop in the heart of Kyoto has had plenty of time to get its recipe right.

Originally a confectionary shop, Honke Owariya has been serving up the traditional Japanese noodle dish since 1465. Back then, it served noodles in the imperial palace. Today, you can still enjoy your soba in the traditional surroundings of a restored confectionary shop.

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Source: http://rss.cnngo.com/~r/cnngo/~3/DrHGNrX499Y/cnngo-tv-osaka-and-kyoto-281709

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