Chanko Nabe

The protein-heavy hot pot traditionally eaten by sumo wrestlers — chicken is the classic choice, as a two-legged creature is considered a good omen in the sumo world. The Ryogoku district in Tokyo, home of sumo, is the best place to try it. The protein varies — today's restaurants often include pork, seafood, and tofu alongside the traditional chicken.

相撲部屋で力士たちが食べる、栄養満点の豪快な鍋料理よ。鶏肉を使うのが多いのは、「二本足で立つ鶏＝土俵で立ち続ける」っていう縁起担ぎからきているのよ。お相撲さんの街・両国に行くと、本場の味が楽しめるからぜひ行ってみてよ。鍋は冬の料理だけど、専門店があるので一年中食べられるよ。