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.

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

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Culture

Looking to keep up with the latest and juiciest food news from Japan? We thought so! If it's a limited edition release or the latest tasty trend, we have definitely got your need for Japan food news covered. Whether it be intel on the latest Kit Kat flavor or a newly opened restaurant that’s rousing queues around corners, read on! Our team of Japanese food fanatics are always on the ground sniffing around all prefectures of Japan for the latest foodie scoop. Stay up to date with Japan foodie news by reading recent articles written on our Japanese food blog on byFood. 

From the latest seasonal <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/guide-to-konbini-japanese-convenience-stores">konbini snacks</a> to trending Japanese food inventions (think mysterious <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/japanese-raindrop-cake">raindrop cakes</a> and wobbly cheesecakes, or maybe radical fusion ramen), find out about Japan food news from <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/sapporo/what-to-eat-in-sapporo">Hokkaido</a> to Okinawa. We are here to keep you up to date on big Japan food news events, like when the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/news/the-worlds-biggest-starbucks-is-open-for-business-in-tokyo">largest Starbucks in the world opened in Tokyo</a>! Search through our articles for the latest food updates from different regions of Japan, including one-off releases, recently revamped menus, delicious new products on the market, and more. 

Our Japan news blog is also where you can find out more about our <a href="https://www.byfood.com/ffh">Food for Happiness</a> project. Read updates on our latest initiatives like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/news/food-for-happiness-november-2019">feeding school children in Kainjalia</a> and raising money to buy <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/news/food-for-happiness-february-2020">school uniforms for children in Bangladesh</a>. Discover more about byFood’s work on our Japan food news blog.

Keep track of the latest travel discounts in Japan, restaurant openings, and food events in Japan! Read more up-to-date news on byFood’s Japanese food blog.

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Perhaps you’re traveling in Japan on a budget, or you might only have one week to make the most of the crazy maze of a city that is Tokyo. No matter what kind of adventure you’ve got lined up, check out our food and culture blog and get the latest Japan travel tips to make the most of any trip to Japan! As a great introduction to different prefectures, our extensive articles covering what to eat and where to eat in Japan make a great starting point. Browse our travel articles to find out <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/what-to-eat-in-shizuoka">What to Eat in Shizuoka</a> or the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/things-to-do-in-sendai">top things to do in Sendai</a>. Read our tips to help create your plan of attack for so many delicious and diverse foodie destinations throughout Japan.

Armed with useful travel intel (like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/news/50-percent-off-jr-east-shinkansen-tickets">special travel campaigns</a>) our Japan travel tips can help you save time and money, with more left over to spend on delicious Japanese food! Our Japanese food blog is also here to help anyone who’s traveling with a dietary requirement. It features mouthwatering articles about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/japan-vegan-guide">vegan and vegetarian dining in Japan</a>, plus detailed guides for Halal diners, such as where you can find <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/halal-in-tokyo-asakusa">Halal food in Asakusa</a> in Tokyo. 

For those taking a trip to Tokyo, you can discover useful Japan travel tips about both its iconic and lesser-known districts with extensive neighborhood food guides, offering a great city overview. Or, you can dive deep into the world of bloggers with our articles introducing Japan travel bloggers from around the world like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/canadian-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">Canada</a>, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/american-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">America</a>, the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/travel-tips/uk-travel-bloggers-featuring-japan">UK</a>, and more. We also regularly share guides covering upcoming events in Japan, so keep an eye out if you want to work some local experiences and festivals into your itinerary.

Find out what to eat in each of Japan’s prefectures and take a dive deep into Japanese culture with these handy travel tips from byFood’s Japanese food blog.

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Travel Tips

Crack out the popcorn or some crunchy Pocky sticks and prepare to lose yourself in some of the best Japan videos right here on our Japanese food blog! Browse through our range of Japan videos to watch everything you ever wanted to know about travel in Japan and authentic food experiences on offer. Our video blogs offer insight into useful travel tips and Japan’s stunning must-see destinations while also introducing traditional Japanese culture and unique pockets of modern society. And of course, feast your eyes on some of the weirdest, tastiest, and most unique dishes in Japan as well as regional specialties and traditional favorites.

Digitally jump on one of our unique dining experiences, in-depth food tours, or cultural cooking classes by watching our Japan videos. See into the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/shinbashi-the-secret-nightlife-of-tokyos-salarymen">world of salarymen in Shimbashi</a> following along on one of our food tours, or find out what it's like to join a hands-on cooking class <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/how-to-make-udon-from-scratch">making udon from scratch</a>. Hold your breath and watch as our hosts eat <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/eating-fugu-japans-poisonous-pufferfish">poisonous fugu pufferfish</a>, or simply sit back and soak up the best of Japan’s countryside and delicious regional food when you take a <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/japanese-travel-videos">Virtual Tour of Japan</a>. 

Make your own authentic Japanese food that tastes like it came straight out of a Japanese restaurant when you cook along at home watching the best <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/japanese-cooking-videos">Japanese cooking videos</a> covering all traditional Japanese dishes from crispy tempura to authentic okonomiyaki. Or, transport yourself into the virtual classroom and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/video/learn-japanese-online">learn Japanese online</a> by watching these language lesson videos! Keep your eyes peeled for the best videos about Japan featuring local travel tips, regional cuisine, breathtaking destinations, unique experiences, and more, right here on byFood.

Check out our original Japan by Food YouTube videos for everything from Japanese street food videos and area guides to dining experiences and ramen reviews.

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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/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-nagoya">Nagoya</a>, a hearty <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/tokyo-curry-restaurants-kare-raisu">Japanese curry</a> from a family-run restaurant in <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-miyagi">Miyagi</a>, or an indulgent multi-course banquet of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/culture/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/where-to-eat/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/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-fukushima">Fukushima</a>, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-saga">Saga</a> in Kyushu, <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-enoshima">Enoshima</a> (just south of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/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/where-to-eat/what-to-eat-in-omicho-market">Kanazawa’s Omicho Market</a> or succulent <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/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/where-to-eat/where-to-eat-in-roppongi">Roppongi</a>, the “otaku heaven” of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/where-to-eat-in-akihabara">Akihabara</a>, Tokyo’s manmade island of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/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.

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

In every corner of the wonderful and wild maze of Tokyo lies a culinary adventure just waiting to be discovered. That’s right, any trip to Tokyo is a foodie’s dream for all the delicious, high quality Japanese food on offer throughout all pockets of the city. Our mouthwatering Tokyo travel blog is full of useful articles for how to get around the city, where and what to eat in different districts, the latest food news, plus upcoming events and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/explore/festivals-in-tokyo-matsuri">Tokyo festivals</a>. Each district has its own quirks, and you can learn all about them from our extensive range of Tokyo neighborhood food guides. 

We break it down for you by district so you can discover the best restaurants and bars in Tokyo and local food experiences. Discover where to eat in Tokyo with articles uncovering neighborhoods like Tokyo’s famous kitchen town of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-kappabashi">Kappabashi</a>, the commuter hub of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-ikebukuro">Ikebukuro</a>, and even the bohemian district of <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/where-to-eat-in-shimokitazawa">Shimokitazawa</a>. Read our Tokyo travel blog to discover stories about Tokyo dining experiences and its unique drinking holes, ranging between <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/cat-cafes-in-tokyo">cat cafes</a> and <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/best-maid-cafes-in-tokyo">maid cafes</a>, to specialty <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/japanese-craft-beer-bars-in-tokyo">craft beer bars</a>. You can learn about the best cooking classes in Tokyo as well as the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/best-tokyo-food-tours">best Tokyo food tours</a> with stories from first-hand experiences. For the thrifty traveler, check out our article about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/most-affordable-michelin-starred-restaurants-in-tokyo">Michelin-star dining on a budget</a>, or for those that like a tipple, read more about the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/where-to-eat/top-10-izakaya-in-tokyo">top izakayas in Tokyo</a>! 

For anyone traveling with dietary requirements, you can find plenty of blogs about vegan and vegetarian food in Tokyo or the Tokyo’s best <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/halal-wagyu-restaurants-in-tokyo">Halal wagyu restaurants</a>, too. Find out where to eat the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/best-sushi-in-tokyo">best sushi</a> or <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/brunch-spots-in-tokyo">brunch in Tokyo</a>, learn about the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/best-restaurants-in-shinjuku">best restaurants in Shinjuku</a>, or discover the best <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/tokyo/ameyoko-street-food-guide-ueno">Ameyoko street food in Ueno</a> from our extensive selection of Tokyo travel blog articles. Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about traveling to Tokyo as well as the city’s best eats and attractions!

Get inside tips from byFood’s Tokyo travel blog, covering where and what to eat in different wards of Tokyo, the latest food news & upcoming events in Tokyo.

Tokyo Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Tokyo

Covering everything from secret local restaurants to the best food tours, our Kyoto travel blog is your go-to place to read about Japanese food in Kyoto. But not just local Kyoto cuisine, our Japanese food blog features the latest events, news, and travel tips to make the most of any trip to Kyoto, Japan’s historical and traditional capital. There are so many exciting cultural experiences awaiting in Kyoto, and that’s why we are here to help you discover them with our Kyoto travel blog. We also cover handy Kyoto travel tips to help you make the most of any visit, as well as the latest event updates and food news. 

If you ever needed to know about the best local food in Kyoto, get to know the incredible Kyoto cuisine by delving deep into our articles, like <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/what-to-eat-in-kyoto">What to Eat in Kyoto</a>. Learn all about freshly made wagashi sweets at Kiyomizudera, or which are the tastiest local street food snacks to try from the bowels of bustling <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/nishiki-market-street-food-guide">Nishiki Market</a>. Read about unique dining experiences in Kyoto, such as the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/best-kyoto-izakaya">best izakayas in Kyoto to meet locals</a>, or for anyone who is vegan visiting Kyoto, you can enjoy the best local cuisine too by visiting restaurants from our guide to <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/kyoto-vegan-guide">vegan restaurants in Kyoto</a>. 

Searching for a unique cultural experience during your visit to Kyoto? Find out the latest news about what’s on in Kyoto, read about the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/best-kyoto-cooking-classes">best cooking classes</a>, or learn about unique things to do in Kyoto. Discover <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/best-kyoto-tea-ceremony">ceremonies in Kyoto</a>, local <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/best-kyoto-food-tours">food tours</a>, or read about what it’s like to jump on an immersive rural <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kyoto/kyoto-obubu-tea-farm-tour">tea farm tour</a>. Our Kyoto food news covers new restaurant openings all the way through to upcoming seasonal festivals, so stay up to date and don’t miss an event!

Home to Nishiki Market and Japan’s most famous temples & shrines, discover what to do and what to eat in Kyoto, Japan’s ancient capital, on the byFood blog.

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Kyoto

The capital of Kansai and Japan’s absolute foodie heaven, Osaka is proud to be colloquially crowned as “Japan’s Kitchen” for its flavorful dishes of unique Japanese cuisine. This culinary city has a creative approach to Japanese food with some of the best sushi, ramen, and Michelin-starred restaurants in Japan. When it comes to regional Kansai cuisine, our ultimate foodie’s guide for <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/osaka/what-to-eat-in-osaka">What to Eat in Osaka</a> will easily have you hankering for some of Osaka’s heartiest dishes! Keep reading more from our Osaka travel blog for all the latest foodie news and events, with regular monthly updates about upcoming festivals and unique activities or things to do in Osaka. 

Plan your trip with tips from our Osaka food blog, covering the city’s <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/osaka/best-food-markets-in-osaka">best food markets</a> and the best spots for where to catch the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/osaka/cherry-blossoms-in-osaka">Osaka cherry blossoms</a> during springtime. If you are planning a trip to Osaka, check out our articles on the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/osaka/best-osaka-cooking-classes">best cooking classes in Osaka</a> or the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/osaka/best-osaka-food-tours">best food tours in Osaka</a> and discover what it's like to add a unique food experience to your itinerary. Learn all about unique local restaurants, cafes, and bars, plus handy travel tips that will make you feel just like an Osaka local. 

Read about the best restaurants in Osaka for slabs of okonomiyaki pancakes, or the best street food stalls where you can taste bite-sized takoyaki balls filled with fresh octopus pieces! From the best local izakayas in the city to underground all-you-can-eat restaurants, if you want to learn about exciting cultural activities and dining experiences, be sure to check out articles from our Osaka travel blog.

From sizzling Osaka street food to all-you-can-eat restaurants, discover the best of Kansai cuisine by taking a deep dive into this Osaka travel blog on byFood.

Osaka Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Osaka

Firmly rooted in Japan’s history, Nara was the first formal capital of Japan before the political center transitioned to Nagaoka-kyo (Kyoto), and later Tokyo. Years on, Nara is now just an hour’s train trip away from Kyoto and Osaka. For its history and rich culture, this makes the city of Nara one of the most popular destinations for a day trip from the Kyoto and Kansai regions. For anyone who is visiting Nara, you can learn all about the best things to do in Nara and the best local food by reading our Nara travel blog. Read the latest articles on the best restaurants in Nara,regional Japanese cuisine, local news, and best kept travel tips! 

For those who want to explore more of this historical prefecture, there are so many cultural food tours and cooking classes in Nara to add another layer of experience to your trip! With traditional tea ceremony experiences and luxurious kaiseki dining experiences available, keep reading to discover the best food opportunities in the city before you go. You can learn about what to eat in Nara like local-style pickles, sushi preserved in persimmon leaves, and slippery miwa somen that’s made from the finest local waters. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, be sure to check out our Nara travel blog about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nara/unique-nara-sweets">5 unique sweets in Nara</a>! The Nara region boasts a range of tantalising traditional wagashi sweets, with plenty of options for the city’s best <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nara/nara-vegan-guide">vegans and vegetarian restaurants</a>. We have everything you need to know for a trip to Nara with in-depth insight on regional food, travel tips, events, news and stories from our Nara travel blog.

Immerse yourself in local traditions and find out what to do and what to eat in Nara, Japan’s “Ancient City,” by checking out this Nara travel blog on byFood.

Nara Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Nara

Split by rivers and bound by its history, Hiroshima is a unique destination in southern Japan featuring delicious regional food. The best local dishes and things to do in Hiroshima are well documented in our Hiroshima travel blog, where you can find useful travel tips for Hiroshima and the latest foodie news. Read about secret cafe gems or the best izakaya pubs in Hiroshima Downtown, or discover the best foodie hotspots such as Okonomiyaki-mura! 

Featuring locally-grown oysters and lemons alongside sizzling Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki pancakes (layered to the nines), our comprehensive local Japanese food guide about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/hiroshima/what-to-eat-in-hiroshima">What to Eat in Hiroshima</a> will have your mouth absolutely watering! With details all about the best food in Hiroshima plus intel on some of the best places for local Japanese cuisine, our Hiroshima travel blog has everything you need to know about travel and regional food in Hiroshima, from sumptuous street snacks to <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/hiroshima/hiroshima-vegan-guide">vegan friendly restaurants</a>.

Hiroshima is not just about the food; attractions like the Peace Memorial Park and the island of Miyajima are just some of the main attractions in Hiroshima and its beautiful surroundings. Our Hiroshima travel blog features a range of articles where you can learn about the best cultural and food experiences in Hiroshima and Miyajima island, as well as unique food tours and cooking class in Hiroshima that are on offer. Browse through articles in our Hiroshima travel blog for local travel tips, historical insights, and the city’s best (and tastiest) experiences.

With many unique dishes and authentic experiences in the south of Japan, read this Hiroshima travel blog to discover what to do and what to eat in Hiroshima.

Hiroshima Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Hiroshima

Sapporo is the capital city of the famous “kingdom of food,” the country’s northernmost island of Hokkaido. Undoubtedly, Sapporo is the central hub producing some of the best food in Japan. The diverse climate of Hokkaido means that it yields unique seasonal produce, extremely high quality seafood, and the creamiest dairy products! More than just the mouthwatering regional Japanese food available in Sapporo, Hokkaido is known for its stunning landscapes with awe-inspiring views that drive visitors to enjoy the scenery all year round. For anyone taking a trip to Sapporo, you can learn everything you need to know about the best local food and travel tips for Hokkaido from our detailed Sapporo travel blog.

For local goodies, our ultimate guide for <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/sapporo/what-to-eat-in-sapporo">What to Eat in Sapporo</a> features the best ingredients and colorful produce that’s famously grown in Hokkaido, such as succulent sea urchin or ultra sweet yubari melons (these are some of the most expensive in the world)! Covering more than local produce, read our Sapporo travel blog to discover the best local dishes and where to find them, as well as stories about unique dining experiences, food tours and cooking classes in Sapporo. 

Read about the best restaurants in Sapporo and find out where to eat <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/sapporo/jingisukan-restaurants">jinguisukan</a> (the regional specialty of sizzling lamb barbeque), how to take on Sapporo’s spiciest soup curry, or where to find the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/sapporo/best-sapporo-ramen-restaurants">best miso ramen restaurants</a> in town. Rich in flavor and warming to the core, they are perfect meals for the winter ski season in Hokkaido. Or, want to learn about where to explore in Sapporo during summer with some handy Sapporo travel tips? A breath-taking destination in every season, discover everything about Hokkaido’s unique local Japanese food, tourist attractions, and latest foodie news by reading some of our best Sapporo travel blog articles.

Check out the blog to find out what to eat in Hokkaido, read about the best restaurants in Sapporo, and get the lowdown on the best miso ramen joints in the city.

Sapporo Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Sapporo

The industrial hub that’s located literally in the center of Japan, Nagoya is not only a powerhouse for technology, but also boasts its own unique regional food known as “Nagoya meshi.” Home to some of the weirdest and most wonderful regional Japanese food in the country, you can get to know iconic Nagoya cuisine by checking out our Nagoya travel blog. Nagoya is often considered the launch pad for accessing travel in and around central Japan, or is otherwise simply another stop en route between Tokyo and Osaka. But, au contraire! With extensive articles about <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nagoya/what-to-eat-in-nagoya">What to Eat in Nagoya</a> and what to do in Nagoya, you will discover there’s more than just the Toyota Headquarters and Nagoya Castle. Learn all about the city’s best local Japanese food and where to find them with our detailed Nagoya travel blog. 

Famously a prefecture that’s mad for <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nagoya/red-miso-dishes-nagoya">red miso dishes</a>, read our blog to discover the quirkiest and best local food in Nagoya. From specialties like thick, flat kishimen noodles, mouthwatering local-style chicken wings, and Chinese-fusion spaghetti, you can even learn more about Nagoya’s unique breakfast culture or <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nagoya/sugakiya-ramen-spork">how to eat ramen with a spork</a>! If you are planning on visiting Nagoya, immerse yourself by reading about the best regional cuisine and things to do in Nagoya right here on byFood, such as eating tasty <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/nagoya/osu-kannon-shopping-street-food-guide">street food at Osu Kannon</a>. Read our Nagoya travel blog to discover the best restaurants in Nagoya or stories about unique food tours and cooking classes in Nagoya. You can also stay up to date with the latest in local food news and handy travel tips for when you are on the move through the region.

Read about what to do and what to eat in Nagoya on byFood’s Japan travel blog, including a deep-dive into Nagoya’s miso madness and must-eat Japanese street food.

Nagoya Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Nagoya

Heading to Fukuoka? It is considered as one of the most laid back cities in Japan with a warmer climate and unforgettable local Japanese food. Learn everything you need to know about Fukuoka’s incredible food scene and the best restaurants in Fukuoka by reading our <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/fukuoka/what-to-eat-in-fukuoka">What to Eat in Fukuoka</a> guide, or other articles in our Fukuoka travel blog. Seriously, the amazing seafood in Fukuoka will have your eyes popping from their sockets! You could get lost reading about what it’s like dining at one of the many local <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/fukuoka/a-guide-to-fukuokas-yatai-street-food-stalls">yatai street stalls in Fukuoka</a>, clinking glasses and drinking with locals while eating tasty yakitori chicken skewers. Check out more articles from our Fukuoka travel blog for handy travel tips and possibilities for exciting foodie adventures in Fukuoka! 

Brimming with stories sharing insight about Fukuoka’s unique regional cuisine, keep reading to prepare yourself before you go. Hakata ramen, signature motsunabe hotpots, and locally-grown strawberries will simply have your mouth watering as some of the best food in Fukuoka. Read on to discover the most unique food tours, creative cooking classes, and local dining experiences on offer in Fukuoka, made with friendly locals and using regional ingredients. Our Fukuoka travel blog has the best articles on local food news, unique regional food, upcoming events, and travel hacks to make the most of your Fukuoka trip.

Find out what to do and what to eat in Fukuoka and get the lowdown on the yatai street food scene in the city! ByFood's Fukuoka travel blog has got you covered.

Fukuoka Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Fukuoka

The capital of Kanagawa Prefecture and hustling as Japan’s second biggest city, Yokohama is the neighboring metropolis of Tokyo. For people unfamiliar with the Yokohama area, you can discover the best things to do in Yokohama by checking out our Yokohama travel blog. Despite often being overshadowed by Tokyo’s glitter and glamor, Yokohama has its own charm and delicious local Japanese food. Spanning from the port to the city center, our Yokohama travel blog features articles about Japanese culture, latest news, activities and what to do in Yokohama. Plus, more importantly, what to eat! Our <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/yokohama/what-to-eat-in-yokohama">What to Eat in Yokohama</a> food guide is your ultimate ticket to all things delicious in this exciting port city. 

Aside from its local craft beer scene, Yokohama’s portside boardwalk bustles with shops, busy restaurants, and local bars. For a breakdown of authentic street food from Asia’s largest Chinatown, our <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/yokohama/yokohama-chinatown-street-food-guide">Yokohama Chinatown Food Guide</a> will have you drooling over dumplings, deep-fried sesame balls, and kawaii Panda buns! More than just handy Yokohama travel tips, our Yokohama travel blog paints the picture of back streets haunts and secret restaurants, as well as some of the best places in <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/yokohama/where-to-eat-in-yokohama">Where to Eat in Yokohama</a>. Discover Yokohama’s best izakayas buzzing with salarymen until wee hours of the morning, read about the best place to enjoy a cocktail with a skyview, or learn about the best shopping in Minato Mirai. For noodle lovers, you can even read all about what it’s like to make your very own cup of instant ramen at the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/yokohama/cup-noodle-museum-osaka-yokohama">Cup Noodles Museum in Yokohama</a>! From Yokohama-style ramen to the best Japanese sake in the city, our Yokohama travel blog is where you can get useful travel tips, event updates, and the latest news about the best local food in Yokohama.

Home to Asia’s largest Chinatown and a Cup Noodles Museum, discover what to do and what to eat in Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city, on the byFood blog.

Yokohama Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Yokohama

Osaka’s humble neighbor of Kobe is the home to none other than its signature, world-class Kobe beef. This is some of the best wagyu beef in Japan which has rightfully put the city on the global map. Of course, during any trip to Kobe you should try this top grade (perhaps even life changing?) locally-grown beef. It is famously succulent and almost absurdly marbled, however, for anyone who feels overwhelmed for choice, no sweat! In our Kobe travel blog, we have put together a comprehensive <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kobe/beginners-guide-to-kobe-beef">Guide to Kobe Beef for Beginners</a> with all the intel about Kobe wagyu you need to know as a starting point for any Kobe trip. On this Kobe travel blog, you can find the latest foodie news, local events, and travel tips for Kobe and the surrounding region.

Alongside articles on local dining experiences, cooking classes and food tours in Kobe, you can find out about the best Kobe specialty dishes in <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kobe/what-to-eat-in-kobe">What to Eat in Kobe</a> before you go by reading our Kobe travel blog. More than just Kobe beef, read on to discover akashiyaki dumplings, cheesecake soft cream, and some of Japan’s highest quality sake, among other unique local specialties from Kobe. Undoubtedly, delicious Kansai flavors overflow from Osaka’s boundaries into the Hyogo Prefecture. Read about tantalizing local <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kobe/kobe-ramen-shops">ramen restaurants</a>, sizzling okonomiyaki joints, or the <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kobe/kobe-osaka-vegan-guide">best vegan restaurants</a> throughout the city’s hotspots and hidden passages. With morish <a href="https://www.byfood.com/blog/kobe/kobe-chinatown-street-food-guide">Kobe Chinatown street food</a> available, you can read our Kobe travel blog to find out about the city’s best pork buns, Peking duck and shumai dumplings, too!

Wondering what to do in Kobe and where to try local specialties like Kobe beef? Dive into Hyogo’s local food culture and check out byFood’s Kobe travel blog.

Kobe Travel Blog | Videos, News, and Travel Tips | byFood

Kobe

Japan’s borders are currently closed to all new foreign arrivals, except for foreign residents of Japan or those with special circumstances. Here is the latest news, including coverage of the Tokyo Olympics, vaccine rollout, and Japan travel updates.

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To spark a conversation about food waste in Japan, byFood challenged chef Suzuki to give food scraps a second life, developing an elegant and sustainable menu using recycled produce.

On December 9, 2020, byFood, Japan’s one-stop food platform, held a unique culinary event to spark

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In January 2020, ByFood raised funds for Nom PoPok, a social enterprise that aims to combat malnutrition and obesity in Cambodia. Thanks to your bookings we were able to raise ¥130,000 within a month. 

Food for Happiness January 2020: ¥130,000 for Nutrition Workshop in Cambodia | byFood

In January 2020, ByFood raised funds for Nom PoPok, a social enterprise that aims to combat malnutri

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In September 2019, byFood partnered with non-profit organization Aid for Child Trust (ACT) and donated ¥50,000 to its continuous educational support project for children in the slums in Uttar Pradesh, India.﻿

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Got wanderlust? There's a new travel deal for foreign residents in Japan! We've got all the details you need to know about the JR East Welcome Rail Pass 2020.

JR East Welcome Rail Pass 2020: 3 Days of Unlimited Shinkansen Travel for 12,000 JPY | byFood

Last July, JR East announced half-off shinkansen tickets along these routes until March 2021 and the

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ByFood’s restaurant reservation service strives to make every restaurant in Japan accessible to travelers. The platform's easy-to-navigate directory of restaurants allows filtering by location, cuisine type, price, dietary restrictions, and more.

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If you’ve had difficulty making restaurant reservations in&nbsp;Japan, the country that boasts the