The EJG Japan Food Guide

Introduction to Japan Food Culture

Japan food is far more than simply sushi, sukiyaki, tempura and teriyaki. In fact, you will be amazed and delighted to discover that food in Japan is a melting pot of an astonishing array of tastes and cuisines from around the globe, including Italian, Thai, Indian, Chinese, French, just to name a few, all of impeccable quality that rivals their source countries.

And of course, in terms of quality, variety, and places to eat it, it goes without saying that the Japanese food in Japan is delicious beyond description!

Consider this: it is estimated that there are over 100,000 restaurants in Tokyo alone, not to mention all of the countless food stalls, markets, cafes, bakeries, bars, pubs, and even vending machines!

With such an incredible volume of food offerings, even in a densely populated area like Tokyo, competition for the appetites, and yen, of customers is intense. Quite simply, if one vendor's food is not outstanding, there are a dozen competitors down the street that are.

This fierce competition for consumers, coupled with Japan's renown emphasis on craftsmanship and attention to detail, virtually ensures that your food experience in Japan will be unlike anything you have ever encountered.

In fact, you could easily plan your entire Japan travel itinerary around the country's food offerings, and come home a very happy, albeit somewhat heavier, traveler indeed!

Are you starting to get hungry? Then let's polish off our chopsticks and dig right in and explore Japan's unparalleled food culture!

Food in Japan

Contrary to the myth that Japanese food is little more than raw fish and some white rice, Japanese food is actually extremely diverse, and consists of an astounding variety of flavors and ingredients.

Moreover, food in Japan if not just limited to Japanese food. Far from it. You'll find that Japan food is in fact comprised of a melting pot of an unbelievable volume and variety of international cuisines from around the globe.

Discover the incredible variety and volume of Foods of Japan....

Restaurants in Japan

Dining in Japan

Japanese Food Recipes

Keep checking back as we continue to update our guide to the foods of Japan with more and more great Japan food and dining info!