Iriko-ni (dried sardine cooked in a sauce) was originally made by a female inn manager using selected soy sauce and a secret recipe. This salty, sweet, spicy delicacy was first served in the inn, but its reputation soon spread through word of mouth. Thereafter, it won first prize in the food show of the Chikuzen-Nanaura area, and is considered ideal with meals or beer as well as being a nice snack for kids.
