- Tsukiji Fish Market Tokyo Japan - Christopher Brown
From the lavish kaiseki banquet meals prepared by top chefs as well as traditional Japanese inns, to the workman’s lunch ordered by vending machine, there is a wide variety of delicious Japanese food to be had during travel in Japan.
Fresh Sushi in Tokyo - Tsukiji Fish Market
Get up early and head to the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo Japan for a first-hand view of where the typical Japanese lunch comes from. The fish market starts getting lively at 5am, and travelers can get a good look at gigantic tuna, trays of sea urchins, scallops, octopi, as well as every kind of fish. A visit to the Tsukiji Fish Market is an authentic and exciting experience, with plenty of photo opportunities.
A large food market surrounds this Tokyo fish market, where travelers can pick up high-quality food items such as shaved dried tuna, fresh and dried seaweed, snacks, vegetables, and more. Travelers looking for where to eat in Tokyo should not miss out on the excellent sushi to be had at one of the numerous Japanese restaurants that surround the market. Prices for such good quality sushi are low compared to what diners would pay at other restaurants in Tokyo Japan.
Budget Dining in Japan – Vending Machine Lunch
The typical office worker often makes a quick stop at one of the many budget Japanese restaurants that dot every street corner. At these low-priced restaurants, guests order set meals from a vending machine that dispenses a ticket on which their order is printed. Diners hand the ticket to a restaurant worker, and within minutes the food is ready to eat. Travelers to Japan should look for vending machines with pictures that illustrate each dish, with prices clearly marked.
Usually at these restaurants, diners sit on a stool at the restaurant counter. Tea and condiments such as soy sauce, spices, and pickled ginger are usually free. Guest turnover is quick, and travelers may find themselves amazed at the speed with which Japanese office workers wolf down their lunch!
Gourmet Japanese Dining – Kaiseki Cuisine
Kaiseki meals are lavish banquets with multiple courses of small dishes. When it comes to gourmet Japanese dining, Kaiseki usually features seasonal ingredients prepared in a way that highlights their natural flavor. Experiencing a kaiseki meal is one of the most prized food experiences for travelers interested in excellent dining in Japan. Visitors can sample kaiseki cuisine either at a traditional Japanese inn, or ryokan, where an extravagant dinner is often included, or at gourmet restaurants in Japan specializing in kaiseki cuisine. Kaiseki meals are often expensive, but the experience is not to be missed upon a visit to Japan.
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Camilla Cheung - Camilla is a Canadian freelance writer currently living on the Central Coast of California. She has a background in teaching and ...
