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Food, Recipes, Catering in Japan
Information on Japanese food, how to read food labels, delivery services, and more
Learning to cook Japanese food or dining at a traditional Japanese restaurant may be an unforgettable experience and memory for non-Japanese staying in Japan. Japanese food may however not be what you want to eat every day while living in Japan. You may want to get food from your home country, use a food delivery service for your convenience, or you may require halal food for religious reasons.
Here we have made a list of useful articles including English websites for Japanese Food Recipes, English speaking Food Delivery services, How to read Food Labels in Japan, International Supermarkets, and information for vegetarians, specifically selected within central Tokyo.
Eating Out in Japan: Restaurant Guides
While going out and trying different foods at various restaurants is a fun and adventurous approach, using one of the restaurant guides may be a more efficient way to find your dream eatery in Japan. Whether you're in Tokyo, a foodie's paradise with the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the wor…
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Luxury Fruit Shopping: Tokyo's Best Fruit Parlors
Tokyo is one of the best shopping destinations in the world, and luxury fruit shopping is no exception. While fruits grown for mass consumption can be found virtually anywhere, including your local supermarket or nearby convenience store, purchasing a luxury fruit would require you to visit one of…
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Japanese Luxury Fruits: The Pursuit of Perfection
The Japanese people are known as a nation that strives for perfection. From traditional crafts to top-notch electronics, Japan is home to some of the most innovative and high-quality products. It should come as no surprise that local farmers' creativity, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to…
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Homemade Baby Food in Japan
It could be very trying to prepare baby food in Japan if you are not familiar with Japanese weaning system. If you would like to try for homemade baby food, here are 3 useful tips to make your “homemade-baby-food project” much simpler and easier.
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What Is Natto: A Look at Japan’s Polarizing Superfood
Trying natto for the first time can be a challenge. So why do so many people eat it? Find out what natto is, its health benefits, and how to add it to your diet.
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Japanese Kakigori: Take A Break From The Summer Heat
Summer in Tokyo with all its humidity and heat is probably the hardest season to navigate through. Luckily, summer is not all about struggling with heat and fighting humidity, it is also the best time of the year to enjoy some "Kakigori" time. What is Kakigori? Kakigori is a traditional Japane…
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What to Know about Japanese Noodles and Etiquette
When talking about Japanese cuisine, it is inevitable that noodles will enter the discussion at some point. As one of the staple foods of Japan, noodles have been served for hundreds of years in a variety of different ways. Over time, a range of noodle types have developed along with customs and et…
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Gluten-Free in Japan: What to Know When Eating Out
Maintaining a gluten-free diet is a useful and, in some cases, essential part of many people’s lifestyles. However, in Japan, gluten-free diets are not broadly known, so there isn’t a widespread understanding of which foods do and don’t include gluten and why people may need to avoid gluten. Becaus…
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Sugar-Free Diet in Japan: Understanding Food Labels
Committing to a sugar-free or low-sugar diet can lead to a number of health benefits in your life including weight loss, improved energy and mental clarity, lower risk of cavities, and an overall healthier lifestyle. However, maintaining a sugar-free diet can be difficult in Japan where labeling of…
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Food Additives in Japan: Everything You Need to Know
In a world of pre-packaged food and extensive food processing, trying to stay healthy and largely commit to natural foods can be a difficult task. This is even true in Japan, where ingredient lists and nutrition information on packaging can be difficult to understand without a strong command of the…
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