Wakana Tenmonkan

Kagoshima oden diverges from the soy-forward broths common elsewhere in Japan. At Wakana, the base is a sweet, darkly flavored miso broth that clings to each ingredient differently, drawing out the starchiness of daikon and softening fish cakes into something almost silky. The Tenmonkan location sits in the heart of Kagoshima's covered shopping arcade, which makes it easy to walk in for an evening bowl while exploring the area. Regional vegetables and pork products round out a menu that reflects the city's distinct food culture.