What to Eat
Ramen, sushi, the convenience store at eleven at night. What to order in Japan when you do not read the menu, and what each dish actually is.
Ramen Types Explained: A Guide for First-Timers
Shoyu, miso, shio, tonkotsu — Japanese ramen comes in many styles. Here's what each one is and how to order your perfect bowl.
Sushi Guide for Beginners
From conveyor-belt spots to high-end counters, here's how to enjoy sushi in Japan — the types, the etiquette, and how to order.
Must-Try Japanese Dishes for First-Timers
Beyond sushi and ramen — here are the essential Japanese dishes every first-time visitor should try, from tempura to okonomiyaki.
Japanese Convenience Store Food Guide
Japan's konbini are a budget traveler's secret weapon — cheap, delicious, 24/7 food. Here's what to buy and why konbini are so good.
Japanese Drinks Guide: Sake, Beer, Whisky and More
From sake to world-class whisky to vending-machine teas, here's a guide to drinking in Japan for first-time visitors.
What to Eat in Osaka: The Nation's Kitchen
Osaka is Japan's street-food capital. Here are the must-eat dishes — takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu — and where to find them.