Stay in the Loop!

Address Title

Forgot password

Sign in to byFood

Join byFood

Apply byFood coupon code

This total contains an approximate conversion. There may be a small difference due to current currency exchange rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Us

Become a Host

Blog

Contact Us

Cooking Classes

Dining Experiences

Food Experiences

Food Tours

Gift Cards

Restaurant Reservation

Shop Gourmet Products

Tailor-made Tours

Tastings

Cookies Policy

NOT SURE WHERE TO GO?

Read up on robatayaki—a popular & fun kind of Japanese grill (like BBQ), and find out where to try robatayaki in Tokyo, Osaka & Kyoto. Expect your food to be served on something that resembles an oar ... here's why.

Robatayaki: What It Is and Where To Try It | byFood

Whether it be your first ever trip to Japan or your 26th, where to eat in Japan is always be one of the most important questions on any traveler's lips! One great thing about food in Japan is the overwhelming quality across the board. You might find yourself eating a tasty beef bowl from a fast food chain in <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nagoya/what-to-eat-in-nagoya">Nagoya</a>, a hearty <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/tokyo-curry-restaurants-kare-raisu">Japanese curry</a> from a family-run restaurant in <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/what-to-eat-in-miyagi">Miyagi</a>, or an indulgent multi-course banquet of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/kaiseki-restaurants-in-tokyo">kaiseki in Tokyo</a> with the freshest sashimi. But, no matter where you travel in Japan, you can always expect high quality Japanese food in every region from <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/sapporo/what-to-eat-in-sapporo">Sapporo</a> to Okinawa. 

If you are seriously wondering where to eat in Japan, you have come to the right place! The comprehensive Japanese food blog on byFood covers essential dishes to eat from different prefectures in Japan, including detailed what and where to eat guides for different regions like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/what-to-eat-in-fukushima">Fukushima</a>, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/what-to-eat-in-saga">Saga</a> in Kyushu, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/what-to-eat-in-enoshima">Enoshima</a> (just south of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/ultimate-tokyo-food-guide">Tokyo</a>) and more. Each region boasts local specialty dishes and seasonal ingredients, culminating in the diverse culinary offerings like seafood from <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/what-to-eat-in-omicho-market">Kanazawa’s Omicho Market</a> or succulent <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/matsusaka-beef">Matsusaka wagyu beef</a>. Our extensive range of neighborhood articles in different districts of Tokyo alone walk you through the best Japanese food and local restaurants in the city! Really discover where to eat in Tokyo by reading about restaurants in the glitzy commercial hub of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-roppongi">Roppongi</a>, the “otaku heaven” of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-akihabara">Akihabara</a>, Tokyo’s manmade island of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-odaiba">Odaiba</a>, and more! Discover the best places for where to eat in Japan by checking out articles from our mouthwatering Japanese food blog.

美食天堂

Sizzling street food in Osaka, extravagant kaiseki cuisine in Kyoto, Hokkaido’s freshest seafood, and humble izakayas in Tokyo... Discover where to eat in Japan!

Where to Eat in Japan | byFood

Where to Eat

Robatayaki, meaning fireside grilling, in its humble beginnings was a way to cook onboard boats and 

Robatayaki: What It Is and Where To Try It

Taste the delicate Japanese pudding that is purin—Japan's answer to flan. It's taken the internet by storm, with good reason! Find out where to try it & how to make it at home (easier than you think).

Japanese Pudding: Everything You Need to Know (With Recipe) | byFood

Japanese food culture is famously unique throughout different prefectures of Japan. Food in Japan is undoubtedly one of the cultural highlights that brings visitors to Japan each year, and what brings Japanese people together every day. Regional climates, glorious diverse landscapes, and locally-grown seasonal ingredients are what make Japan’s diverse food culture possible. This in turn feeds into the local culture and proudly prefectural Japanese cuisine on offer, where fresh flavors and refined textures are the heroes of Japanese cooking. From traditional street food to exquisite kaiseki dining experiences, get to know the best of food culture in Japan. Articles from our blog on byFood cover customs and rituals, important cultural events, modern trends, and the latest food news.
Your first stop to our Japanese food blog should be to learn about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/japanese-traditional-foods">20 traditional Japanese food dishes</a>, closely followed by our detailed <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/guide-to-japanese-sake">guide to Japanese sake</a>. Next, introduce your tastebuds to regional variations and local specialty cuisine, or learn about the culture of Japan’s signature dish comparing the difference between <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/what-is-omakase-sushi">omakase sushi</a> and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/different-types-of-sushi">other different types of sushi</a>. For traditional Japanese culture, discover articles including what it’s like getting a taste of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/namahage-restaurant-akita-dining-namahage">traditions from the Akita Prefecture in Tokyo</a>, or find out what to expect when trying your hand at <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/amezaiku-japanese-candy-sculpting">amezaiku candy sculpting</a>! 
Read first-hand stories about cultural food experiences in Japan, or get your hands dirty with recipe articles like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/how-to-make-japanese-curry">how to make Japanese curry</a> at home. Whether it be the best ramen or the best sushi, you can discover the tastiest and most traditional parts of Japanese food culture on our blog. Including seasonal events like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/japanese-christmas-foods">KFC on Christmas</a>, traditional <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/oshogatsu-japanese-new-year-traditions">New Year rituals</a>, or <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/cherry-blossom-season-in-japan">celebrating cherry blossom season</a> in Japan, learn everything you need to know about Japanese culture food by taking a deep dive into our in-depth Japanese food blog.

文化

ByFood’s culture blog covers Japan’s rich history, local traditions, and regional cuisines; spotlighting Japanese foods and teaching about Japanese customs.

Japanese Food Culture Blog | Videos, News, Culture and Travel Tips | byFood

Culture

If you are wondering how to say Japanese pudding (purin), think pooh and rin (like the old Japanese 

Japanese Pudding: Everything You Need to Know (With Recipe)

Understand what Japanese kappo ryori really is, and how it's different from kaiseki and omakase. See where to try this traditional type of dining in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto & more. 

Kappo Cuisine Guide: What It Is and Where To Try It | byFood

In Japanese cuisine, even the most simple dish offers a robust flavor and interesting history. In to

Robatayaki: What It Is and Where To Try It

Japanese Pudding: Everything You Need to Know (With Recipe)

The Complete Guide to Kappo Cuisine: What It Is and Where To Try It