5 Food You Definitely Need To Try In Japan! 

Japan is often praised for its wonderful and unique cuisine. But whenever we think of Japanese food, what comes to our mind is fish and rice. Believe it or not, the food culture in this far eastern Asian country is far much more than fillets and starch in your platter! Here are five foods that you definitely need to try when you’re in Japan! 

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Sashimi & Sushi

The world knows about Sushi! These are vegetables and seafood brought together with rice and seaweeds (they call it nori) Depending on the shapes and ingredients, sushi can have different names; Nigiri, Maki, Oshi, Temaki… 

But Sashimi is raw fish or seafood served with wasabi and soy sauce. There are various ways to prepare sashimi and it depends on the type of fish that’s being served. Sashimi is considered a delicacy in Japan and is a first course meal. Sashimi also includes Ikizukuri, the preparation of sashimi while the fish is still alive. 

Ramen

If you’re looking for one of the most popular options to eat in Japan, then Ramen is definitely on top of the list! It is a bowl of wheat noodles served in soy sauce or a soup mixed with various ingredients. The typical ones include pork, green onions, seaweed and egg. The best part while eating Ramen is the soup! It can range from soft to strong, depending on the way you ordered it. With one order of ramen and a side dish of rice, you can be sure to have a filled tummy! 

Miso Soup 

The fragrant soup is made from Miso Paste (fermented soybeans) and comes with a broth filled with tofu, onions, seaweeds and even vegetables. Miso Soup is never served as a main dish. It is always eaten along with rice and other dishes. 

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Gyoza

These are popular Japanese dumplings that come in three different types; the Yakigyoza (fried ones), Suigyoza (boiled to perfection) and Agegyoza (deep-fried). The fillings are usually flavoured with chives, cabbage, mushrooms and chicken or pork. When served, they are eaten with soy sauce, vinegar or chili oil. Utsunomiya is the city that shares the largest consumption of gyoza in Japan! And if you enjoy various innovative ways of eating Gyoza, then a visit to the city is a must! 

Udon 

Udon is a thick noodle made from wheat flour. It comes with soy sauce and mirin, with slight seasonings of onion. The shape and size depend on the orders but most of the time, you get to choose if you want it hot or cold. Udon is very popular in Japan, especially because it is quite filling, and you can eat it quickly. There are Udon shops everywhere around the country and they are known to be crowded. However, don’t be worried since you don’t have to wait for a long time to be seated.

Ready to taste some fine Japanese cuisines on your next trip to the Land Of The Rising Sun?