Trails to Oishii Tokyo — Season 1, Episode 13: KANPYO
Documentary • 28 min • 8 seasons, 136 episodes
Episode synopsis
This episode focuses on Kanpyo -- a white, stringy, and noodle-like food unique to Japan that is actually peeled and dried parts of a vegetable. Kanpyo-maki is a popular snack easily found in convenience stores. It is also used in place of string to keep foods in form. 90% of Kanpyo production takes place in Tochigi Prefecture, where one can witness exciting production methods, and taste various Kanpyo recipes from Japanese cuisine, sweets to French cuisine.
About Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Delicious food from Tokyo's markets! Learn about the amazing ingredients which are sourced from across Japan and sold at Tokyo's fresh food markets.