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Food

Explore the rich and diverse world of Japanese cuisine, from traditional sushi to modern street food, and savor the unique flavors that Japan has to offer.

Sushi

Sushi

寿司

Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish made with vinegared rice and various ingredients such as seafood, vegetables, and occasionally tropical fruits.

Ramen

Ramen

ラーメン

Ramen is a popular Japanese noodle soup consisting of Chinese-style wheat noodles served in a meat or fish-based broth.

Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki

お好み焼き

Okonomiyaki is a savory Japanese pancake made with flour, eggs, shredded cabbage, and various other ingredients.

Shabu Shabu

Shabu Shabu

しゃぶしゃぶ

Yakitori

Yakitori

焼き鳥

Soba

Soba

そば

Udon

Udon

うどん

Yakiniku

Yakiniku

焼肉

Izakaya

Izakaya

居酒屋

Izakaya are Japanese pubs offering a variety of small dishes, drinks, and a casual atmosphere.

Tonkatsu

Tonkatsu

豚カツ

Tonkatsu is a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, often served with shredded cabbage and miso soup.

Sukiyaki

Sukiyaki

すき焼き

Sukiyaki is a hot pot dish of thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and tofu cooked in a sweet soy-based broth.

Onigiri

Onigiri

おにぎり

Onigiri are rice balls typically wrapped in seaweed and filled with various ingredients like pickled plums, salmon, or tuna.

Monjya

Monjya

もんじゃ

Monjya is a type of Japanese pan-fried batter with various ingredients mixed in, similar to okonomiyaki but with a runnier consistency.

Tempura

Tempura

天ぷら

Tempura consists of seafood or vegetables that have been battered and deep-fried to a light, crisp finish.

Sake

Sake

お酒