Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Delights of Kyushu: Where to Buy Organic Food and Local food in Kumamoto<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The History and Culture of Okayama Through Sushi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Sushi Paradise at Saiki’s Kamehachi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Vegan Curry and Coffee in the Mountains of Nakatsu, Oita<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Delights of Kyushu: Where to Buy Organic Food and Local food in Kumamoto<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The History and Culture of Okayama Through Sushi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Sushi Paradise at Saiki’s Kamehachi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Vegan Curry and Coffee in the Mountains of Nakatsu, Oita<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
The History and Culture of Okayama Through Sushi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Sushi Paradise at Saiki’s Kamehachi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Vegan Curry and Coffee in the Mountains of Nakatsu, Oita<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Finding Sushi Paradise at Saiki’s Kamehachi<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Finding Vegan Curry and Coffee in the Mountains of Nakatsu, Oita<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Finding Vegan Curry and Coffee in the Mountains of Nakatsu, Oita<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
The Farm To Table Cuisine of Akita’s Semboku City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Discovering the Cuisine of Fukushima City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
A Winter in Takane: Farmer’s Stay and Snowshoeing<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nRice, of course, is a Japanese staple found all over the country, but different types of rice are grown in different prefectures that have specific characteristics, perhaps coarser, stickier, or fluffier. Rice varietals also contribute to the wide range of sake brewed around Japan along with the purity of the water sources.<\/span><\/p>\nWith 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nJapanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\nAside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/a>Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\nBesides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nInternational Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\nThough you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\nIf you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<\/a>Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a>Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\nVegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\nJapan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\nThings are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]<\/a><\/div>Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/a><\/div>Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
With 226 establishments, Tokyo leads the world yet again in 2020 in the number of Michelin starred restaurants. But even if you’re not interested in such types of establishments, the standard of quality in the average restaurant in Japan is so high, even inexpensive restaurants will often amaze you.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n Aside from the popular conveyor belt sushi and endless ramen restaurants of the big cities, many visitors come to Japan to try the world-renowned high-quality beef. Though the most famous beef by name is Kobe beef, many other areas of Japan also raise cattle producing beef that is every bit as tender and flavorful. Yakiniku, grilled meat is a favorite way to enjoy not only beef, but also pork and chicken. Fried foods like tempura and katsu were introduced by Europeans, but have been adapted to become part of Japanese cuisine for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text] Besides the well-known dishes, delicious soups and stews called nabe<\/i> <\/b>are popular ways to warm your belly in the colder months and are famous for being the meal of sumo wrestlers. Soba<\/i> and udon<\/i> are two other types of noodles that Japanese people love, served cold or hot depending on the season. But if you want to eat like a real Japanese local, nothing beats a farm stay experience, where your hosts will often prepare you home-cooked meals from their farm products.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”56392″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/farmstay” min_height=”200″ link_text=”Farmstay”][\/fancy_box] Though you can certainly find very authentic international restaurants in the larger cities around Japan, it is also enjoyable to try out some “Japanified” versions of international foods as you indulge your taste buds. Italian restaurants have doria<\/i>, a baked dish made with rice, cheese, and other ingredients. Order a pizza with some unusual toppings like squid, mayonnaise, or even mentaiko<\/i> (spicy fish eggs).<\/span><\/p>\n If you like spicy foods, well, you may be out of luck in Japan. Spicy isn’t a favorite flavor among Japanese palates, so you may have to search for some restaurants if you need that extra kick. Korean and Indian restaurants are plentiful, but you’ll need to ask them “turn up the heat” with some extra spices.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text] Japan can be a difficult place for people with dietary restrictions, especially those who do not eat meat, including fish products. Dashi,<\/i> made with fish broth, is used in a large percentage of Japanese foods, even those you think would not have any. And Japanese chefs themselves don’t often consider dashi<\/i> as a non-vegan ingredient.<\/span><\/p>\n Things are slowly improving, and we do have advice for vegetarians and vegans traveling to Japan<\/span><\/a> in a separate article. Still, if you are on a strict diet or need to avoid certain ingredients for medical reasons, we urge you to take care when dining out in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][fancy_box box_style=”default” icon_family=”none” image_url=”69641″ color=”accent-color” border_radius=”5px” image_loading=”lazy-load” link_url=”https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-for-vegetarians-vegans\/” min_height=”200″ link_text=”12 Tips for Vegetarians and Vegans Coming to Japan”][\/fancy_box]Japanese Food<\/span><\/h2>\n
Culinary Excellence in Fukuoka, Kyushu’s Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Yonezawa Beef – Try the Finest Beef in Yonezawa<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>
Cultural and Culinary Fusion in Nagasaki<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Experience the Nightlife of Asahikawa, Hokkaido’s Second Largest City<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n
Accommodations in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Overnight Stay<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Semboku in Akita: The Promised Winter Dreamland of Japan<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
A Farmstay Experience in Oumi no Sato<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
A Taste of Traditional Farm Life in the Mountains of Mie<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
The natural beauty of Kyushu: Oita Prefecture<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
From Itoyama to Onomichi: A Cycling Guide Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Relax and Discover the Local Life of Setouchi Along the Shimanami Kaido<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Farmstay in Izumi in a Traditional Home<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n
International Cuisine<\/span><\/h2>\n
Experiencing the Taste of Yamaga at Kikuka Winery<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Bierhof Gambarius: Japanese Local Craft Beer at the Foot of Mt. Daisen<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Es Koyama: A Japanese Chocolatier with Childlike Imagination<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”4%” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]\n
Vegetarian and Vegan<\/span><\/h2>\n
Exploring Hitoyoshi Kuma by Bicycle and Trying Local Cuisine Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
From Glamping to Kinosaki Onsen: Highlights of Northern Kyoto and Hyogo<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>
Journey Back to the Edo Era Part 2: The Last Samurai Stronghold\u00a0of Aizu-Wakamatsu<\/a><\/h3><\/div><\/article><\/div>