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Welcome to Tsu, the world's shortest pronounceable city name! Tsu, pronounced [ts] in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), is known for its unique vowel sound similar to the English word 'too', but shorter and more whispered. Some English speakers may hear it as 'Sue', but it's important to pronounce the [t] sound to convey its meaning. In Japanese, Tsu can be written with either the character or the hiragana symbol for the syllable [ts]. With its distinction as the only Japanese city name consisting of a single kana, Tsu holds the title for the shortest place name in Japan!

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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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Traditional Male Clothing

Traditional Female Clothing