In this article, I’ll be going over my 5 go-to breakfast choices in Japan, dishes ranging from the traditional to the not-so-traditional.
Bikkuri Donkey serves up the best hamburger steaks in Japan!
The concept of hamburger steaks has been popularized in Japan since before WWII times. Today, Bikkuri Donkey is keeping the tradition alive!
Miyako is Kyoto’s favorite Japanese noodle soup shop
If you’ve been in Japan long enough, then you know the quality of a 24-hour restaurant just isn’t the same as an authentic place like Miyako.
Soup curry is the pride and joy of Hokkaido
Known for its comforting aroma and mildly spicy taste, soup curry is the signature dish of Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido.
Kyogoku Kaneyo is serving up the best unagi eel in Japan!
In the heart of Kyoto lies a vintage Japanese restaurant called Kyogoku Kaneyo, and you best believe their grilled eel is the best in town!
Nakau is Japan’s best 24-hour chicken and egg rice bowl chain
Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week (including public holidays), Nakau is Japan’s largest chain of mouth-watering chicken and egg rice bowls.
Sukiya provides 24/7 access to delicious gyudon (beef bowl) sets
“Gyudon” (beef rice bowls) are the fast food of Japanese cuisine, but much healthier! Sukiya is the largest gyudon chain open 24 hours a day!
Byodoin Omotesando – Kyoto’s very own matcha green tea street!
Around the corner from Uji station by the famous Uji River across the Uji Bridge (I said Uji too much) is Kyoto’s dedicated green tea street!
McDonald’s Tsukimi menu honors Japan’s autumn moon festival
In light of Japan’s annual autumn moon festival in September and October, McDonald’s has released the Tsukimi menu with lots of unique feeds!
Uber Eats in Japan – easy to use, incredible variety, and low costs!
Uber Eats is really something else in Japan, offering a Japanese-dominant food menu with amazing variety and affordable prices!
Gion is the geisha district of Kyoto featuring authentic nightlife vibes
Known for its ambient lanterns lined up along the street and geisha-themed decorations, Gion is a must-visit for embracing Japanese culture.
Torikizoku is the best yakitori (grilled chicken) chain in Japan!
Torikizoku is one of Japan’s most popular chains for delicious grilled chicken skewers on demand, a favorite for locals and tourists alike!