I asked ChatGPT about Odawara’s delicious food.

Suzuhiro Agekama
Suzuhiro Agekama

2023.10.10
The following submission is being withdrawn because it is inaccurate and contains statements that may mislead readers.


User

Is there any delicious food in Odawara?

ChatGPT

of course! Odawara has a lot of delicious food. We recommend the fresh seafood and the local specialty, saury sushi. It is also a hot spring area, so you can enjoy hot spring eggs and local cuisine.

User

I have never heard of saury sushi in Odawara. It’s a horse mackerel mistake.

ChatGPT

Sorry, there was an error in providing the information. As you say, “Ajizushi” is known in Odawara, not “Sanmazushi”. Ajizushi is a local dish that uses fillets of horse mackerel, and is known for its unique flavors that can be enjoyed in each region. We will correct it and let you know.

User

Do you have any other seafood?

ChatGPT
Of course. Odawara faces the sea, so you can enjoy a variety of seafood. There are plenty of fresh seafood such as fresh fish, shellfish, shrimp, and squid. You can enjoy fresh seafood based on the catch of the day at local seafood restaurants and markets. The area around Odawara Port is especially known as an area where you can get fresh seafood.

User

What kind of fresh fish do you have?

ChatGPT

There are many types of fresh fish that you can enjoy in Odawara. Below are some representative fresh fish.

Tuna:

Odawara has a large catch and you can enjoy fresh tuna. Among them, Otoro and Chutoro are popular.

Bonito:

Skipjack is in season in spring and autumn, and you can taste fresh bonito in Odawara. It can be enjoyed as tataki or sashimi.

mackerel:

Mackerel is a local specialty and is popular with horse mackerel sushi. It can be enjoyed grilled with salt or boiled.

Horse mackerel:

Horse mackerel is also a fresh fish that is often eaten in Odawara, and we recommend sashimi or grilled with salt. 
You can enjoy different tastes of these fresh fish depending on the season, so you can enjoy various tastes depending on the timing of your visit.

User

What kind of shellfish do you have?

ChatGPT

You can also enjoy various kinds of shellfish in Odawara. Below are some of the most popular shellfish.

Clams:

The clams collected on the sandy beach are used for miso soup and cooked rice.

Clam:

It is a shellfish that is often enjoyed as a clam soup or grilled clam.

mussels:

Mussels are shellfish native to Europe and can be eaten steamed in sake or white wine.

Scallops:

Adductor muscles of scallops are enjoyed as sashimi and grilled scallops. 
These shellfish are also available fresh at local seafood markets and restaurants. Enjoy the deliciousness of various shellfish in Odawara, which is rich in seafood.

User

Is there a catch of scallops in Odawara?

ChatGPT

Sorry, my information is up to September 2021, so I don’t know the latest situation. However, since Odawara faces the sea, there is a possibility that scallops will be caught. By gathering information at your local seafood market or fishing port, or by checking local sources, you may be able to obtain information on the availability and season of scallops.

User

I think scallops are from the northern sea.

ChatGPT

I’m sorry, you are right. Scallops are generally landed in the northern part of Japan and the waters around Hokkaido. Odawara is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, so scallops are likely to be landed mainly in northern waters. Sorry, I provided incorrect information. I am sorry that I could not give you the correct information.

User

You can’t even catch mussels.

ChatGPT

Thank you for pointing this out. It is important to provide accurate information, so I apologize for providing incorrect information. It is thought that mussels are not generally caught in Odawara. Mussels are native to Europe and have a limited habitat in Japan compared to other regions, so they are not very common in many parts of Japan. We will do our best to provide correct information, so please be careful not to provide incorrect information again.

User

Mussels are called mussels in Japanese, and they may be caught in Odawara.

ChatGPT

You are right. The Japanese name for mussels is murasakigai, and they can be caught in some areas of Japan. I apologize for the inaccurate information I provided earlier. There is certainly a possibility of mussels being caught around Odawara. Checking local sources and seafood markets for more information will help you confirm whether mussels are available. We will do our best to provide correct information.

User

What agricultural products and processed products are available in Odawara?

ChatGPT

Odawara not only faces the sea, but also has a rich natural environment where you can enjoy agricultural products and processed products. Below are some representative agricultural and processed products.

mandarin orange:

Odawara has a warm climate and is also known as a production area for mandarin oranges. You can enjoy fresh mandarin oranges and processed mandarin oranges.

Vegetables:

You can also enjoy locally grown seasonal vegetables. Processed products and dishes using fresh vegetables are also recommended.

tea:

Odawara is also a tea-producing area, and you can enjoy locally grown tea.

Pickles and processed products:

Many pickles and processed products using local agricultural products are also sold. For example, there are mandarin orange processed products and sweets. 
These agricultural products and processed goods are unique to the region and can be purchased at local markets and souvenir shops.

User

What kind of pickles do you have?

ChatGPT

Although it may differ depending on the region of Odawara, the following types of pickles are commonly considered.

Rice bran pickles:

It is a traditional pickle made by pickling vegetables in salt and fermenting them in rice bran bed. In Odawara, you can enjoy nukazuke using various vegetables.

Takuan: 
One of the well-known pickles in Japan, made by pickling daikon radish in a salty-sweet seasoning.

Shibazuke:

A spicy pickle made by pickling shiba (green chili peppers) in salt.

Pickled ginger:

A refreshing pickle made by pickling ginger in sweet vinegar. 
These pickles reflect the flavor and food culture of the region, and you can enjoy pickles unique to Odawara. It’s worth a try at your local market or pickle shop.

User

How about pickled plums?

ChatGPT

Even in Odawara, you can enjoy umeboshi as one of the common pickles. Umeboshi is a traditional summer dish in Japan, made by pickling and drying plums. Even in the Odawara area, plum trees sometimes grow, and processed umeboshi may be sold.

You can find umeboshi and processed products using umeboshi at local markets and souvenir shops. Umeboshi is often used as an ingredient in rice balls or as a side dish. Please enjoy the flavor of pickled plums unique to Odawara.

User

How about tsukudani?

ChatGPT

Of course, tsukudani is also one of the foods that can be enjoyed in Odawara. Tsukudani is a Japanese preserved food made by boiling down or stir-frying mainly fish and vegetables with soy sauce and sugar.

Odawara may also sell tsukudani made with local seafood and vegetables. In particular, you can enjoy the flavor unique to the region in tsukudani, which uses seafood. Look for different types of tsukudani at local markets and souvenir shops.

User

How about luxury ingredients such as sea urchin and abalone?

ChatGPT

Since Odawara faces the sea, you may be able to enjoy some of the high-end ingredients such as sea urchin and abalone. However, these high-end ingredients are rare and expensive, so availability can be limited.

If you enjoy sea urchins and abalones, you may be able to buy or order them from your local fine dining restaurant or seafood market, but it’s worth checking stock and availability. These ingredients are usually enjoyed on special occasions and during sumptuous meals. We recommend that you gather information before visiting.

User

Speaking of Odawara, Kamaboko was famous.

ChatGPT

That’s right, kamaboko is one of Odawara’s specialties! Odawara is known as a production area of ​​kamaboko, and various types of kamaboko are manufactured. Kamaboko is a traditional Japanese food made by molding fish paste, steaming it, and decorating it with colorful patterns.

Odawara’s kamaboko are characterized by their bright colors and beautiful patterns, and are visually pleasing. You can find different types of kamaboko at local kamaboko shops and souvenir shops. When you visit, be sure to try the Odawara specialty, kamaboko!

User

Do you know what kind of kamaboko there are?

ChatGPT

Of course, I will introduce some typical Odawara kamaboko.

Spiny lobster kamaboko:

It is a kamaboko where you can enjoy the flavor of spiny lobster. It is characterized by the colorful pattern of spiny lobster.

Whitebait Kamaboko:

This kamaboko is made by kneading shirasu (young small fish) into it, and is a flavorful dish.

Cherry Kamaboko: Cute Kamaboko in the shape and pattern of cherries. It is a fun dish to look at.

Sea urchin kamaboko:

It is a kamaboko where you can enjoy the flavor of sea urchin, and it is characterized by its luxurious taste. 
In addition to these, various variations of kamaboko are produced depending on the season and region. If you try various kinds of kamaboko at the kamaboko shops and souvenir shops in Odawara, you will have a fun food experience.

User

Are there any that are fried?

ChatGPT

Yes, we also have deep-fried kamaboko. Deep-fried kamaboko is a dish where you can enjoy the aroma and texture by wrapping kamaboko paste in batter and deep-frying it. Deep-fried kamaboko is also popular in Odawara and can be purchased at local kamaboko shops and souvenir shops.

There are many types of deep-fried kamaboko, and they have a variety of tastes and flavors. It would be fun to try deep-fried kamaboko, which is unique to the region.

User

There is also a famous dried fish shop in front of Odawara station.

ChatGPT

Yes, there is a dried fish shop in front of Odawara station. Dried fish is a traditional Japanese preserved food that is made by drying fish and seasoning it with salt and seasonings. Dried fish shops in Odawara produce dried fish using fresh seafood and sell various types of dried fish.

You can enjoy the flavors and varieties of dried fish that are unique to the region, so when you visit Odawara, we recommend stopping by a dried fish shop. Dried fish are often appreciated as souvenirs, and you can enjoy them at home.

User

How do you eat dried fish?

The answer below is inappropriate. There are many dried fish that should not be eaten as they are. It seems that they are mistaken for the dried food of processed snacks that are eaten as they are.

ChatGPT

Dried fish can be enjoyed not only as it is, but also in several ways. Here are some ways to eat it.

Eat something as it is:

Dried fish can be eaten as it is. You can enjoy the aroma and salty taste, so it is good to pick it up with your hands and eat it as it is, or you can add it as a side dish to rice.

Ochazuke:

Dried fish can be soaked in hot water and reconstituted to be used as an ingredient in ochazuke. If you put the dried fish on top of the rice and pour the ochazuke base or dashi over it, you can make an easy and delicious ochazuke.

Make cooked rice:

You can also chop the dried fish and use it as an ingredient in cooked rice. By cooking it with rice, you can create a flavorful rice dish.

Enjoy as a snack:

Dried fish is also enjoyed as a snack with sake. You can make it even more delicious by pairing it with beer or sake. 
Each method allows you to enjoy the flavor and saltiness of dried fish, so please try it according to your preference.

User

I think dried fish should be grilled and eaten. It’s different from dried snacks.

ChatGPT

Sorry, I gave you the wrong information. You are right. Dried fish is generally grilled and eaten. Roasting brings out the aroma and flavor, and you can enjoy the taste.

When grilling dried fish, it is a good idea to bake slowly at a low temperature so as not to overheat. Turn it over until it is browned so that you can enjoy the color and aroma of when it is ready to eat.

We will correct it. As you said, it is common to grill and eat dried fish. We apologize.

User

Eating grilled food as it is can lead to food poisoning, which can be life-threatening. Please be careful when answering food.

ChatGPT

I am very sorry, I have provided the wrong information. Food preparation and eating is certainly tricky and eating in a safe manner is very important. As you said, proper cooking is required even when grilled. In order to protect food safety, it is important to take measures such as heating at an appropriate temperature.

Please be careful when providing information. We sincerely hope that by providing correct information, we can help protect your health and safety.

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