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Chizuka preserves a family rice-bran culture that traces its story back to the Kokura area. Travelers can taste a fish or pork nukadoko dish without travelling to Kitakyushu, but the shop is small, closes on weekends and public holidays, and lunch can sell out.
The limited weekday lunch
Lunch is served from 11:30 to 14:00 on weekdays, with 20 meals available per day. The current set is ¥1,200 and includes rice, miso soup, nukazuke pickles and a choice of fish or pork simmered with the rice-bran bed. The fish may be mackerel or sardine depending on the season and stock. Earlier photos online may show side dishes that are no longer part of the current set.
Current shop information
| Address | 2-9-5 Takasago, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka |
|---|---|
| Shop hours | Monday-Friday 10:00-17:30; closed Saturday, Sunday and public holidays |
| Lunch | Weekdays 11:30-14:00; 20 meals daily; ¥1,200 |
| Main products | Mature nukadoko 1 kg ¥1,404; fish nukadoko-ni ¥972; pork nukadoko-ni ¥972 |
| Payment and parking | Bring cash; no dedicated parking |
Buying products or ordering ahead
The official online shop mainly handles the mature rice-bran bed, seasoning bran and starter set. Fish, pork and other prepared foods are ordered by telephone, normally from a ¥1,000 minimum, and availability can be delayed because the products are handmade. Overseas shipping is not available. If you are visiting specifically for lunch or a large purchase, call to confirm the day’s opening and stock.
Useful points before visiting
- The nearest convenient bus stop is Takasago 2-chome; allow extra time if you are walking from Tenjin or Yakuin.
- Ask in advance if you need step-free access or seating assistance, as the dining layout may not suit every visitor.
- For take-home food, confirm refrigeration, shelf life and transport time before leaving the shop.
Check the latest shop information
Official Chizuka website Products and current prices Access Lunch reopening details
Understand the Kitakyushu food tradition
Read the Kokura nukadaki guide for the history, flavor and multilingual city map. The first-time Fukuoka guide helps place Takasago within a wider city itinerary.
