Tag Archives for Food
Unexpected Food Places
Have you ever had a craving for one of those large pretzels, but it so happens that you are in another country at the moment? Well I had that craving while I was in Japan and accepted idea that there … Continue reading
Izakaya （居酒屋）
There are many Izakayas in Japan. Izakaya uses the kanji 居 (to stay) and 酒屋 (sake shop). It is a popular place to go to after work to eat and drink with your coworkers. The best thing about these types … Continue reading
Takoyaki
Takoyaki (たこ焼き) is a popular type of street vendor food in the Kansai region. The “tako” in the name means octopus and “yaki” means anything grilled or fried. In English it is commonly referred to as octopus balls because of … Continue reading
Okonomiyaki, Osaka
Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savory pancake. The name of this food type translates to “what you like grilled.” There are many variations into what you can have made into the okonomiyaki. Usually in a restaurant they give you the raw … Continue reading
Hamburger Steak, Bikkuri Donki
There are some foods in Japan that is not really Japanese, but is a twist on something you may be familiar with. Hamburgers are one thing, but to make something called hamburger steak? Well that is food worth trying out. … Continue reading