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Ogura Honten — Birthplace of Chicken Nanban

Published: May 31, 2026
Updated: May 31, 2026
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Ogura Honten — Birthplace of Chicken Nanban

Ogura Honten is the legendary restaurant that invented Chicken Nanban with tartar sauce — one of Japan's most beloved comfort foods. Founded in 1956, the Miyazaki City flagship stands behind the Yamagataya department store on Tachibana Street.

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Getting There

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Address: 3-4-24 Tachibanadorihigashi, Miyazaki City. 10-minute walk from JR Miyazaki Station. Hours: Lunch 11:00–15:00, Dinner 17:00–21:00. Closed Tuesdays.

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Arrive at opening (11:00) or after 13:30 to avoid queues. The restaurant sells bottled tartar sauce at the register (¥540) — a great souvenir.

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