Category: Japanese

By Posted on Posted in Food, Japan, Japan Tourist Attractions, Japanese, Nagoya
Crispy Tebasaki spicy chicken wings, a Nagoya icon perfect with beer

Nagoya might not be the first city that comes to mind for epic Japanese food (hello Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto), but locals know it’s a hidden gem for bold, hearty Nagoya-meshi (Nagoya-style eats). The region is obsessed with rich Hatcho miso, …

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By Posted on Posted in Food, Japanese, Japanese Restaurants Sydney, Parramatta, Parramatta Restaurants, Ramen, Sydney Ramen Restaurants, Sydney Restaurants
The signature tonkotsu ramen at Mikazuki Parramatta

Mikazuki Japanese Restaurant stands as one of the most beloved spots for authentic (and some creative) Japanese cuisine in Parramatta, Sydney. Tucked right next to Parramatta Train Station on the Western Sydney University campus (169 Macquarie St), this place has …

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By Posted on Posted in Food, Hiroshima, Japan, Japan Tourist Attractions, Japanese
Authentic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki at Okonomi-mura in Hiroshima

Hiroshima is a city where history, resilience, and incredible food come together. Beyond its powerful peace memorials and the magical floating torii of Miyajima, Hiroshima has one of Japan’s most distinctive regional food scenes. From layered okonomiyaki to plump oysters …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok Restaurants, Food, Japanese, Japanese Restaurants Bangkok, Soi 11 Sukhumvit Restaurants, Tonkatsu
The signature Rosu Katsu set at Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi (Soi 11, Bangkok)

Tucked discreetly on the 1st floor of a building (enter via the carpark just past Aloft Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 11, then take the elevator up), Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi feels like a quiet portal to authentic Japanese dining amid Bangkok’s …

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By Posted on Posted in Australia, Food, Izakaya, Japanese, Japanese Restaurants Sydney, Sydney, Sydney CBD Restaurants, Sydney Restaurants
Nazimi Japanese Restaurant: Fresh Small Sushi Plate

Nazimi Japanese Restaurant: My Go-To Authentic Japanese Gem in Sydney CBD If you’re hunting for a true taste of Tokyo right in the heart of Sydney, Nazimi Japanese Restaurant on York Street is hands-down one of my all-time favorites. I’ve …

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By Posted on Posted in Cheap Eats, Food, Japan, Japanese, Tokyo, Tokyo Restaurants
Main thumbnail image for Tokyo cheap eats guide – mouthwatering affordable Japanese chain restaurant meals like crispy tonkatsu, rich ramen, chewy udon, and gyudon beef bowls

Tokyo’s reputation as an expensive city is well-deserved—think high-end sushi bars and Michelin-starred kaiseki. But beneath the glitz, the city offers incredible value for budget-conscious eaters. With over 160,000 restaurants, many chains specialize in quick, tasty meals using high-quality ingredients, …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Food, Japanese, Thailand
Three skilled chefs behind the traditional sushi counter – excellent Japanese spot in Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand.

Tucked away at the northern end of Ao Nang Beach, Ta-Ke Sushi Restaurant (also known as Take Sushi Aonang) sits upstairs from Bamboo Beach Sports Bar. This hidden gem delivers authentic Japanese cuisine in a charming bamboo-decked setting that feels …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Food, Japanese, Thailand
Exquisite Japanese spread at KAZE in Ao Nang – Teriyaki Don Buri, crispy Tori Karaage with black vinegar sauce, fresh tofu, miso soup, salad, pickles, cold Asahi beer, and traditional sake!

Look, I’ve been to Japan 24 times – I’m that gaijin who knows his way around a Tokyo izakaya blindfolded. I’ve chased the perfect karaage through Shinjuku alleys and devoured teriyaki don in hole-in-the-wall spots most tourists never find. So …

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By Posted on Posted in Ao Nang, Food, Japanese, sushi, Tempura, Thailand
Mouthwatering Japanese feast at Ebisu Dining in Ao Nang – fresh tuna sushi, crispy yasai vegetable tempura, and juicy karaage fried chicken!

A Japanese Fix with a Thai Twist (But Not Quite the Real Deal) Tucked on the main road just 150 meters from the northern end of Ao Nang Beach (easy stroll after a day on the sand), Ebisu Dining spreads …

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