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- Sushi. Sushi is a traditional Japanese food made by combining vinegar rice and seafood (although sometimes other ingredients are also used). There is a type of fermented sushi, known as nare-zushi, but the most typical types of sushi are nigiri-zushi and temaki-zushi.
- Tempura. Tempura is a Japanese dish made from seafood, fresh vegetables and other ingredients dipped in a flour and egg batter and fried in oil. While you can enjoy tempura at all sorts of restaurants, if you want to try it at its best, we recommend going to a specialist tempura restaurant, where each dish will be brought to your table as soon as it is ready, even if you order a lot!
- Sukiyaki. Sukiyaki is a Japanese dish in which meat and vegetables are stewed in an iron pot. The sauce, known as warishita, is made from soy sauce and sugar.
- Ramen. Ramen is a noodle soup dish which has grown to become incredibly popular and is thought of as a byword for Japanese food. Originally, the soup was made from a chicken bones, but in recent years, pork, beef and seafood also being used in the soup, creating a diverse range of tastes.
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With all the good Japanese food to choose from, Ramen is possibly the most famous and widely eaten dish in the country. Ramen is a staple in the Japanese diet and a must when visiting. There are many good ramen places in every city or region of Japan you visit. Look for locals patrons and a milky broth for a good ramen experience. I prefer mine wit...
This famous Japanese food is not to be missed! No trip to Japan would be complete without a trip to a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. The local favorite is Hama Zushi. When you walk into Hama Zushi, tell the robot how many are in your party and he will let you know when your table is ready. This is so much fun for kids! Hama Zushi is a cheap way to...
Gyoza are a staple of Japanese food and can be found in any almost Japanese restaurant. Gyoza, commonly called “potstickers” in the US are amazing little hand-rolled dumplings that are steamed and pan-seared. They are filled with meat and/or vegetables and taste delicious! These are always a hit with the kids! If you want a really fun food experien...
This simple and inexpensive little meal is filling and somewhat nutritious. Steamed buns can be found just about anywhere you go in Japan and are usually hot and filled with beef or pork. This is a favorite among Japanese kids and I saw them eating them everywhere (along with me). Cost: 100-300 Yen
One thing that really surprised me was the prevalence of curry in Japan. I’ve always associated curry with Indian food, but it seems that the Japanese love curry almost as much. There were a plethora of curry restaurants around every town and little curry shops in train stations where you could order your curry from a machine and then go sit inside...
Melons and melon flavored things are a huge delicacy in Japan. I found this a little funny since pretty much the cheapest fruit at the grocery store in the US is melon! I’ve never really been a melon fan until I visited Japan and tried everything melon! Melon ice cream, melon bread, melon candy. Try all the melon things you can!
Speaking of melon…Melonpan is a special soft Japanese sweet bread that is named for its melon-like shape. Occasionally you can find melonpan that is actually filled with a melon-flavored filling. I even found this adorable whale shaped melonpan that was almost too cute to eat…almost. I really don’t know how they get their bread so silky soft and sm...
Tempura is a light batter smothering meats, seafood, or vegetables. You can get almost tempura anything. I especially loved the tempura vegetables. Pumpkin was my favorite! Cost: 500 Yen
If you’re traveling to Kobe or Kyoto and your wallet can handle it, be sure to try some famous Kobe beef. It is considered one of the best Japanese dishes in the country and also the most expensive! It will run you about 10000 Yen or $100 USD, but I’ve heard its worth it. You’ll have to let me know since a $100 steak is not in my budget. Cost: 1000...
Okonomiyaki has been described as “Japanese Comfort Food.” You’ll find it at most fairs and festivals. It consists of a crepe-like pancake topped with noodles, eggs, and a selection of toppings of your choosing. We tried green onion and mayo and loved it. Cost: 1000 Yen
May 2, 2024 · Best Foods to Eat in Japan – My Japanese Food Bucket List! Grilled scallops, seafood, and wagyu at the Nishiki Market in Kyoto. The bullet list below offers a quick overview of the Japanese foods I’ll cover in this guide!
- Unagi (freshwater eel) If this word brings to mind images of Ross on Friends with fingers to his temple, then we will get along well. And since we’re friends now, I’m going to tell you that unagi is life-changing.
- Uni (sea urchin) Let’s start by pronouncing this one correctly. Say it with me: oo-nee. Good, now let’s get to what this weird-looking creature actually tastes like.
- Sashimi. This Japanese delicacy is raw meat, sliced thinly and served with soy sauce for dipping. While the most famous version is fish — like salmon or tuna — you can also find beef and even horse meat served as sashimi around the country.
- Sushi. You just can’t go to Japan and not try sushi. It would be like going to Italy and not eating pasta! But before we delve in (this is long to be a long section!)
- Sushi. Sushi is the most famous Japanese dish and the first thing people think of when they think of Japanese cuisine. For sushi connoisseurs, it’s more than just food.
- Sashimi. Sashimi refers to thinly sliced raw fish or seafood. It can even refer to different types of raw meat. It’s basically sushi minus the vinegared rice.
- Ramen. Like sushi, ramen is a Japanese food favorite and one of the best dishes you can eat in Japan. It refers to a noodle soup made with four basic components – the broth, tare (seasoning), wheat noodles, and toppings.
- Tempura. Tempura is a traditional Japanese cooking method that involves deep-frying seafood or vegetables coated in a light batter made with cold water and soft cake flour.
May 24, 2024 · Japan cuisine is enjoyed all around the world, but there is much more to Japanese food than just sushi or ramen noodles. If you are wondering what exciting foods to eat on your next trip to Japan, then look no further – we have created the ultimate foodie guide to the best traditional Japanese foods you must try.
Jun 16, 2023 · Get your tastebuds ready and find out exactly what to eat in Japan with our detailed guide. You'll be fully prepared to overload on an incredible culinary adventure of Japanese from ramen to sushi and beyond!
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