"Ayaka Nakamura's 10,000-step treasure hunt" is where CBC reporter Ayaka Nakamura personally explores the hidden charms of notable areas in the Tokai region.

This time, she walked along the marathon course of the "20th Asian Games." From the starting point, Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium in Nagoya City, to near Nagoya Castle, she walked the first approximately 6 kilometers and will introduce three gourmet and outing spots she found.

Impressive Spot ①: More fluffy than imagined! "Yuzu Pepper Sandwich" from a bakery loved by the locals

Nakamura started her walk from Mizuho Park Athletics Stadium in Nagoya City, the starting point, at 7:30 AM, the same time as the men's marathon.

First, she visited "Shinkoten Shrine," a little-known power spot on a hill in a residential area, to offer prayers. Afterwards, she asked two women she met in town for recommended spots...

(Two women)
"There's a bakery called Minami no Mugi. Our children really like it, so we often come here."

Walking towards the bakery they told her about, she found the shop! The first impressive spot, reached in 4027 steps, is "Home Baker Minami no Mugi," a handmade bread shop loved by the locals.

(Shop staff)
"We started in 1989. (Nakamura) wasn't born yet, right? We make handmade bread and baked goods."

Inside the store, there are about 60 kinds of carefully crafted sweet breads and savory breads. Among them, the popular item is the "Yuzu Pepper Sandwich," which contains vegetables such as tomatoes and cabbage, and finely chopped local chicken seasoned with yuzu pepper. It's a satisfying dish with fluffy bread, crispy vegetables, and local chicken.

Nakamura, who tasted it, praised the bread's fluffiness and the vegetables' freshness, which were beyond her imagination.

Impressive Spot ②: A different world with antique furniture over 100 years old! Antique shop & cafe

After leaving the bakery, Nakamura walked through the town looking for her next treasure. However, she couldn't find anyone and couldn't get information about recommended spots.

So, she stopped by "Kato Shoten," a greengrocer about 4 kilometers from the marathon course's starting point, to ask for information. Although this shop, where you can buy vegetables at a good price, was also attractive, the staff gave her information about an unexpected spot!

(Shop staff)
"There's an antique shop. Oh, an antique dealer. (Q Have you been there?) No, but I've been curious about it."

Heading to the shop they told her about, she found a building with an eye-catching pink exterior. A "shaved ice" flag was also waving at the entrance. The second impressive spot, reached in 11,802 steps, is "Antique Market Fukiage," where you can enjoy antiques and sweets.

The store, which opens at 11 AM, is filled with antiques collected from all over the world, such as chairs and chandeliers over 100 years old. Surrounded by furniture and miscellaneous goods that evoke history, a space like a different world spreads out.

(Ayaka Nakamura)
"It feels like I've wandered into a mysterious world."

Furthermore, there is a cafe "Le Jardin" on the 7th floor of the building, where you can enjoy cakes made with seasonal fruits.

Nakamura chose the limited-quantity "Peach Milk Shaved Ice," which uses two whole peaches. It's a visually luxurious dish made with an abundance of fresh peaches.

She enjoyed the sweet reward after a long walk and recharged her energy for the next spot.

Impressive Spot ③: A town Chinese restaurant loved since the Showa era! "Clam Ramen" full of umami

At "Antique Market Fukiage," Nakamura got information that there was a delicious ramen shop nearby. She had enjoyed gourmet food with bread and shaved ice, but her love for ramen stirred, and she immediately headed for the shop they told her about.

The third impressive spot, reached in 13,098 steps, is "Shoraku," a Chinese restaurant loved by the locals since the Showa era.

At this old-fashioned town Chinese restaurant, the specialty made by the second-generation owner is "Clam Ramen." Clams are stir-fried quickly with a secret soy sauce soup, condensing their umami. It's a carefully crafted bowl with a savory aroma and rich broth that stimulates the appetite.

What was Nakamura's reaction after tasting the soup?

(Ayaka Nakamura)
"It's a little spicy. After the richness of the soy sauce, there's a slight spiciness, and the umami of the clams spreads out."

When she slurped the noodles, she praised it, saying, "The umami and mellowness of the clams are enhanced more than when just tasting the soup," and couldn't stop eating. Nakamura was very satisfied with the bowl filled with the secret soy sauce soup and the umami of the clams.

This treasure hunt along the marathon course finished in 13,746 steps. It was a walk that satisfied both her stomach and heart with fluffy bread, luxurious shaved ice, and exquisite ramen.

From CBC TV "Chant!" broadcast on September 16, 2026