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In the 17th century, It City emerged out of tenry (shogunate estates) comprising 15 fishing and farming villages. Its historical significance stems from being the place where the Tokugawa shogunate had the English trader and maritime navigator William Adams construct Japan's first western-style sailing ships in 1604. To commemorate this event, there is a street called Anjinmiura-dori. Coincidentally, in 1853, Commodore Perry of the US Navy landed on the Izu Peninsula, which includes It City. His arrival marked the end of Japan's 250 years of near total international closure. As the Meiji Era began in 1868, It was raised to town status from a village, and in 1947, It City was officially established.

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Popular Foods

Sushi: Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice served with various toppings, typically fish or seafood. The rice is usually accompanied by a small piece of nori (seaweed) and sometimes features a dab of wasabi, pickled ginger, or soy sauce. There are many variations, including nigiri (hand-pressed sushi), maki (rolled sushi), and sashimi (slices of raw fish).

Ramen: Ramen is a widely popular soup dish in Japan that includes Chinese-style wheat noodles served in a meat or fish-based broth. It is often garnished with ingredients such as pork, dried seaweed, menma (fermented soybean paste), scallions, and miso paste. The dish can be found in various styles, including tonkotsu (pork bone broth), shoyu (soy sauce broth), and miso.

Tempura: Tempura is a deep-fried dish where seafood, vegetables, or mushrooms are battered and then cooked in hot oil. The light, crispy batter turns golden brown and creates a contrast with the soft textures of the ingredients inside. Traditional tempura elements include shrimp, sweet potato, pumpkin, spinach, and green beans. It is typically served with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, Mirin, and dashi.

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