Kanazawa is famed for local dishes that feature fresh-caught seafood from the Sea of Japan and just-picked vegetables, but recent years have seen a surge in the popularity of Kanazawa curry, an inexpensive local favorite that got its start in this city.

What makes Kanazawa curry different from other kinds is a rich, thick curry roux and a side of shredded cabbage. Many places also top it with a deep-fried pork or chicken cutlet that's then drizzled with Worcestershire sauce. The cabbage nicely balances out the richly flavored roux, so even many fastidious eaters have no problem cleaning their plate. Kanazawa curry has a large number of aficionados not just among the city's residents but throughout Japan -- give it a try yourself!