“Shoubu-meshi” (Victory Meals) Are Here! Discover the Special Menu for the 83rd Meijin Match in Izumisano

In Japan, “Shoubu-meshi” refers to hearty meals enjoyed before important competitions—believed to bring strength, focus, and good fortune.

To commemorate Game 3 of the 83rd Meijin Title Match, taking place in Izumisano on May 9–10, 2025, we are proud to present a special lineup of meals, sweets, and drinks—known as Shoubu-meshi (Victory Meals), Shoubu Sweets, and Shoubu Drinks—carefully prepared for the players during the match.

Renowned as a gourmet destination rich in natural beauty and tradition, Izumisano City has crafted each item using local ingredients and regional specialties. These dishes embody the city’s warm hospitality and unwavering support for the players, while showcasing the culinary pride of the region.

Whether you’re a shogi fan or simply visiting the area, we invite you to taste the flavors that make Izumisano truly special.

📍For reservations and details, please check each restaurant’s information on the map.

≪Shoubu-meshi – 10 Selected Dishes≫

① Steamed Conger Eel Sushi – A Senshu Regional Specialty
Wagokoro Ryori Kotobuki (Uemachi 3-10-9)

② Fillet Katsu Rice Box with Inunaki Pork – “Magowayasashiko” Healthy Set
wa_cocoron (Kaminogo 2740)
https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/wa_cocoron/

③　Izumisano Burger
Café & Bar moto (Uemachi 3-11-25)

④ 射抜名金 (“Inunakin”-Inspired Set Meal)
Washoku Dining Nagomi (Nakamachi 1-3-51)

⑤ Izumisano-style Okonomiyaki Set
Okkon Teppan Haruji (Motomachi 6-10)

⑥ “Victory” Curry – The Izumisano Special
SON CAFÉ (Kaidencho 2-7-21)

⑦　Braised Inunaki Pork Bowl & Izumisano Seafood Champon
Japanese Cuisine Wa-Mode Chiyomatsu (Shimokawaraya 2-4-59)

⑧　Mangetsu-yaki with Izumisano-grown Cabbage
Iroha Mangetsu Izumisano (Ichiba Minami 1-8-20)

⑨　Japanese Blue Crab Cuisine – Kachigani Gozen
Watarigani Hitosuji Kappō Matsuya (Ichiba Higashi 2-10-10)
https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/kappo-matsuya/

⑩　Senshu Vegetables & Milky Queen Rice
Grilled Inunaki Pork and Chicken Keema Curry
Café to Gohan Hyakunichisou (Hagurazaki Kamimachi 3-1-47)

≪Shoubu Sweets – 10 Selections≫

② Kokoron Specialty: 3 Kinds of Sweet Potato Tempura
wa_cocoron (Kaminogo 2740)
https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/wa_cocoron/

⑪　Strawberry & Whipped Cream Sandwich
Sand Kitchen Mahoroya (Kamikawaraya 346-1)

⑫　Rich Sweet Potato Cake & Sanoya’s Candied Sweet Potato Sticks
Imo-sho Sanoya (Takamatsukita 1-3-17)

⑬“Iroha-gura” – Signature Sweet from Muka-Shin
Muka-Shin Hagurazaki Branch (Hagurazaki 1-4-7)

⑭　Senshu Onion Pudding
Kitchen & Bar 36KR (Uemachi 3-6-32)
https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/kitchen%ef%bc%86bar-%ef%bc%93%ef%bc%96%ef%bd%8b%ef%bd%92/

⑮　Izumisano City 花鳥木“Kachouboku”
Hanaoto Café (Shinmachi 2-2-16)

⑯　Hineno-no-Sato Walnut Mochi & Chestnut Pie Set
Wagashi Tsukasa Fujiya (Hineno 2633)

⑰　Omulettee
Pâtisserie Un Sourire (Ichiba Nishi 1-1-11)

⑱　Pound Cake with Izumisano-grown Mizu Nasu Eggplant (Caramel Zine)
Bistoro and A (Uemachi 3-5-28, 1F)

⑲　“Shoubu-fuku!” – Victory Outfit-Inspired Dessert
Wagashi Tsukasa Nakamura (Honmachi 6-9)

≪Shoubu Drinks – 3 Selections≫

⑳　Strawberry Smoothie
IchigoLab_Izumisano (Hineno 1370-1)
https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/ichigolab_izumisano-2/

㉑　Soy Milk Shake with Local Izumisano Lemon
Izumisan (Sakaemachi 10-13)

㉒　“Karada-Mente” – Soy-Based Wellness Drink
Fuji Oil Co., Ltd. – SOYAFARM Club (Sumiyoshicho 1)