Kometohana, themed around koji
From koji-marinated meat and fish to miso, soy sauce, and amazake, this shop offers a wide variety of delicious products made with koji carefully prepared in Uonuma. It's a place where you can enjoy the gentle sweetness, deep umami, and surprisingly unique textures that come from the power of rice and fermentation, unique to Uonuma, a rice-producing region. It's perfect for side dishes and fermented seasonings that pair well with rice, as well as amazake sweets for enjoying while strolling around. A great fermented food spot for a stop during your Uonuma sightseeing trip or for choosing souvenirs
NATURA: Stunning views of Uonuma and authentic pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven
This Italian restaurant boasts a spacious and open atmosphere, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Echigo Sanzan mountains through its large windows. The scenery itself is part of the treat, making it the perfect place to relax during lunch or dinner. Their specialty is authentic pizza, made with dough containing rice flour from Uonuma-grown Koshihikari rice and baked quickly in a high-temperature wood-fired oven. The result is a fragrant, crispy crust and a delightfully chewy interior. Furthermore, they offer a wide selection of appetizers, pastas, and main courses featuring plenty of seasonal ingredients from Uonuma, including local vegetables and seafood. Each colorful dish allows you to fully savor the unique flavors of Uonuma
