Cuisine

How to enjoy ramen like a local

From regional specialties and unique modern offerings to restaurant etiquette, learn about the internationally adored dish that is ramen, directly from a local.

10 dishes you shouldn’t leave Japan without trying

Here are a few popular Japanese dishes you really shouldn’t leave the country without trying.

The cheapest and most expensive gourmet foods you’ll find in Japan

From the exorbitant to the best budget bites, here are some of the most expensive and cheapest foods you’ll find in Japan.

The art of yoshoku: Six popular western dishes reinvented in Japan

Western food (yoshoku) in Japan doesn’t exactly mean hamburgers, spaghetti, and fish and chips – at least, not as we know it.

Taste of Japan: 6 Places Beyond Tokyo

Japan is renowned for its diverse and delicious cuisine. From ramen in Kyoto, to pancakes in Hiroshima, no matter where you are in Japan dining delights are plentiful. With the help of foodie bible Delicious magazine, we’ve rounded up the best ‘off the beaten track’ culinary hotspots.

Japanese Food Etiquette Guide

Washoku, traditional Japanese cuisine, was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List in December 2013. This well-deserved recognition honors the respect and appreciation of the season, and the beauty of the ingredients, with which Japanese dishes are prepared. This attention to detail extends to the service ware they are presented on. From the lofty heights of kaiseki to a small inn's breakfast, washoku is a feast for the senses.

Six Japanese foods to try for the adventurous

Take note of these six lesser-known, yet quintessentially Japanese dishes for you to try on your next visit to Japan.

A chef’s guide to Tokyo and beyond

Sharing his favourite places to eat, drink, shop and play in the country he’s made a life in, Matt Crabbe knows a thing or two about Japan’s food scene.

Seven must-try food experiences in Japan

From quick bites from street vendors to over-the-top dining experiences fit for royalty and traditional meals created by sprightly seniors, Japan delivers it all.

The price is right: Japan’s best budget and blow-out eats

From cheap eats to gourmet gastronomy, in Japan it’s possible to eat well at every price point. Here’s some of the best dining experiences at both ends of the scale.

Eat like a locavore: An insider’s guide to Japan’s food scene

We catch up with Australian food writer Jessie Thompson to get the lowdown on where to find Japan’s best food and drink – from cheap eats to fusion foods, market fare and beyond.

Regional Specialities

From the wintery highlands of Hokkaido, to the tropical islands of the south, Japan’s diversity in climate and ecosystem across its 47 prefectures has caused a range of regional delicacies to develop over centuries. Whether it's the devil’s tongue jelly of the far north or the Goya Champuru of Okinawa, there are plenty of specialties to discover in a journey through Japan.

A Vegetarian and Vegan Guide to Japan

Discover Japan’s abundant vegetarian food and delights! Learn what to eat, where to eat and how to order in this guide.

Sake 101—The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Sake

Synonymous with good times, sake (Japanese rice wine) is a drink found all over the world, but there’s no better place to sip on sake than in Japan.

Top 10 Unique Flavours to Explore in Japan

Japan is home to some of the most unique styles of food, having been influenced not just by local landscapes but also neighbouring and visiting countries. Take a look at these 10 unique flavours of Japanese cuisine.