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.

Japanese Cooking Classes in Tokyo: Learn How to Cook Japanese Food

No Japanese, no problem—there are a wide variety of English-friendly cooking classes available throughout Tokyo that can teach you how to make all your favorite Japanese foods, from sushi and ramen to traditional home-cooked meals. General Cooking Classes in Tokyo If you want to make sushi, or any…

Ebisu Restaurants: Top Tokyo Luxury Neighborhood Dining Spots

Named after one of the seven Japanese gods of fortune, Tokyo’s upscale Ebisu neighborhood has certainly enjoyed the fortune of being a thriving economic area within the bustling metropolis. A residential area located just beside the high-traffic, high-end shopping district of Shibuya, Ebisu shows i…

Azabu-Juban Michelin Star Restaurants: Dine at Some of Tokyo’s Best

The Michelin Guide has become synonymous with fine dining across the world. Given its French origins, you might expect Paris to host the most Michelin-starred restaurants. Actually, the record is held by Tokyo. With 230 such restaurants and 13 three-star restaurants as of 2019, Japan’s capital is a…

Halal Food in Tokyo

If you’re sitting in your luxury apartment in Tokyo and wondering if there’s good Middle Eastern food here or else follow the halal diet and are moving to Tokyo, you might wonder if you will be able to find restaurants and grocery stores that cater to your needs. If so, you need not worry. Tokyo is…

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…

8 Japanese Spices and Seasonings to Add to Your Grocery List

Spices and seasonings are key ingredients in Japanese cooking. Find out which are the most popular as well as the traditional dishes they are paired with.

Tokyo’s Depachika Are Basement-Level Havens of Top-Shelf Food

When shopping for fresh produce and handmade meals, South-East Asia has its colorful, raucous outdoor markets, and the West its artisanal weekend farmers markets. Japan offers its own unique alternative to both of these, with its depachika. In the basement level of department stores (“depa”—a conju…

Japanese Sweet Potatoes: All You Need to Know

Sweet potatoes are one of Japan's most popular seasonal foods. Read this article to learn about their nutrition, recipes, and get storage tips.

Tap Water in Japan : Is It Safe to Drink?

Japan has plenty of water resources and tap water is drinkable and safe. However, if you are concerned about the quality of Japanese water, you can also use water dispenser, purifiers or bottled water.

Japanese Apples: A Look at What Makes Them So Special

In Japan, apples are so good that they are highly regarded as popular gifts. But what makes them so special? We cover their varieties, size, taste, and more!