Japanese Food
Sushi
Vinegared rice topped or rolled with raw fish, seafood, or vegetables. One of the most famous Japanese dishes in the world.
Sashimi
Fresh raw fish sliced into thin pieces and served with soy sauce, wasabi, and garnishes. Known for its purity of flavor and high-quality ingredients.
Tempura
Lightly battered and deep-fried seafood and vegetables, usually served with dipping sauce or grated radish.
Yakiniku
Japanese-style grilled meat, typically cooked at the table over a charcoal or gas grill. Various cuts of beef, pork, and vegetables are enjoyed with dipping sauces.
Ramen
Noodle soup with various broths such as soy sauce, miso, or tonkotsu (pork bone), topped with meat, egg, and vegetables.
Udon
Thick wheat noodles served in a mild broth. Simple, comforting, and popular all year round.
Soba
Buckwheat noodles served hot in soup or cold with dipping sauce. Often eaten at New Year’s Eve in Japan.
Hiyamugi
Thin chilled wheat noodles served with dipping sauce. A light and refreshing summer dish.
Sukiyaki
A classic Japanese hot-pot dish made by simmering thinly sliced beef with vegetables, tofu, and noodles in a sweet soy-based broth.
Oden
A traditional Japanese hot-pot dish consisting of simmered ingredients such as boiled eggs, daikon radish, konnyaku, and fishcakes. It is especially popular in winter.
Okonomiyaki
A savory pancake made with cabbage and various toppings, cooked on a hot plate and topped with sauce, mayonnaise, and bonito flakes.
Tonkatsu
Breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, usually served with shredded cabbage and thick tonkatsu sauce.
Edamame
Lightly salted young soybeans served in their pods. A simple, healthy, and popular appetizer often enjoyed with drinks.
Niku-jaga
A classic Japanese home-style dish made by simmering sliced meat, potatoes, onions, and vegetables in a sweet soy-based broth.
Yakitori
Skewered grilled chicken, seasoned with salt or sweet soy sauce. Commonly enjoyed with drinks at izakaya pubs.
Miso Soup
Traditional soup made with miso paste and dashi broth, often containing tofu, seaweed, and green onions. A staple of Japanese meals.
Japanese Sake
A traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice. Its flavor ranges from sweet to dry, and it can be enjoyed either chilled, at room temperature, or gently warmed.
Kuro Kirishima
Kuro Kirishima is a famous Japanese shochu made from sweet potatoes (imo) and black koji. It has a rich, smooth flavor with a slightly sweet aroma, characteristic of Kagoshima-style shochu. It can be enjoyed on the rocks, with hot water, or mixed with water.
Draft Beer
Freshly poured beer served from a tap, known for its smooth texture and rich aroma. Draft beer is extremely popular in Japan and pairs well with many dishes such as yakitori, sashimi, and grilled meats.
Japanese Beer
Japanese beer is known for its clean, crisp, and refreshing taste. Major brands such as Asahi, Kirin, Sapporo, and Suntory offer light lagers that pair perfectly with Japanese cuisine. Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in Japan.