[Karatsu Gourmet] I tried the Karatsu Burger!
Conclusion: "It's been a while since I last had it, but it's just as famous and delicious as the Sasebo Burger!"
The history of the Karatsu Burger
At this point, it is difficult to unravel the detailed history of the Karatsu Burger, because there is currently no confirmed burger called the "Karatsu Burger" with a unified history or official records throughout the region .
Why is it difficult to identify?
- Regionally specific name: It is highly likely that the name "Karatsu Burger" was uniquely coined by a particular store or region, and has not yet become established as a widely-used name.
- Lack of historical records: Small local restaurants and independently owned burger joints often do not have detailed historical records.
- Diverse variations: Burgers come in a wide variety of toppings, sauces, and types of bread depending on the region and store, making it difficult to establish a single definition of what a "Karatsu Burger" is.
Possible origins of the "Karattsu Burger"
However, there are still clues. The following possibilities come to mind when searching for the origins of the Karatsu Burger.
- Burgers made with locally-sourced ingredients: Karatsu is blessed with an abundance of nature and is rich in fresh seafood and vegetables. It is possible that burgers made with an abundance of these locally-sourced ingredients have come to be called "Karatsu Burgers" in their own right.
- Regionally-specific sauces and seasonings: Burgers that feature special sauces or seasonings made with Karatsu-specific soy sauce, miso, or locally grown herbs might be called so.
- Limited menu at local events or fairs: It is possible that an original burger incorporating local ingredients and culture was offered at a local event or fair, and it became so popular that it came to be called the "Karatsu Burger."