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The 10 Things You Must Eat in Tokyo – A Haven for Foodies

Tokyo is a massive city, which boasts unique dishes that emanate delicious aromas. If you plan a tour of Tokyo, don't forget to make a must-eat food list as you will be spoiled for choice with so many delicious options. Here are ten of the best dishes in Tokyo.

1

Sushi

When you think of Japan, the name 'Sushi' comes into your mind without much effort. Sushi is quite famous around the world and is well-known as a "Japanese food" among food lovers. If you haven't tried it yet, make sure that you do while you're enjoying a splendid holiday at Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo or similar other Tokyo accommodation Shinjuku has to offer its visitors. It is a dish that is made using mainly rice with vinegar, salt, and sugar. And also, this dish is given its unique flavour with raw fish and vegetables. These are wrapped with seaweed, adding a delicate taste to the dish. If you simply love to try new dishes in the world, Sushi is the best food that gives you a flavoursome experience.

2

Ramen

Ramen is a mouth-watering noodle dish with a mélange of flavours that makes you want to try it all the time. There is no doubt that you will get addicted to this popular dish after trying it once. Ramen is served with eggs, nori sheets, bamboo shoots, and hot aromatic soup broth. You can experience many varieties of Ramen in Tokyo, and also there are so many restaurants and shops in every corner of the city that serve multiple varieties of ramen.

3

Tempura

Who will say no to deep-fried shrimp or crispy vegetables? If you want to treat your taste buds to delicious flavours, don't forget to try Tempura. Tempura is a unique dish that is made of lightly battered vegetables and seafood. It is served as a main meal and also a side dish or a topping for rice bowls and noodles.

4

Yakitori

Yakitori is a dish that anyone can enjoy with less amount of money. It is made of using grilled chicken in skewers by cooking over charcoal. On a cold day, you can simply enjoy Yakitori with a glass of beer.

5

Soba

When you feel eating something satisfying, healthy, and flavoursome, try Soba, which produces delicious bursts of flavours on your taste buds. Soba is a handmade noodle from scratch. It is served with a flavoursome broth or hot sauce. Soba represents the elegant food culture of Japan.

6

Tonkatsu

Tonkatsu is a mind-blowing dish that is served in a splendid manner. It never fails to grab the attention of customers at once. Tonkatsu is a dish made using pork. The slices of pork are coated with panko (bread crumbs), after which they are fried in oil. It is served with a special Tonkatsu sauce, rice, and vegetable salad. This dish is most commonly served with a cabbage salad.

7

Gyukatsu

If you are a meat lover who loves trying different delicacies, Gyukatsu is the dish that you must try. It is a juicy beef cutlet that is deep-fried and served with a tasty sauce, rice pickle, cabbage, and miso soup. When you try this dish, it melts in your mouth with perfect crunchiness and flavour that takes you to another food heaven.

8

Sukiyaki

There is no doubt Sukiyaki will be there on your must-eat list when you come to Tokyo. Sukiyaki will make your taste buds dance the moment you try it. It is an all-time favourite food in Japan that is quite suitable for cold weather.

9

Udon

Try Udon and it will surely melt away your troubles. Udon is yet another Japanese noodle dish with flavoursome broth. Chopped scallions, abura-age (sweet deep-fried tofu pouches), prawn tempura, and sashimi spice are added to Udon as toppings to make it tastier.

10

Anago

Anago is a native dish of Japan that has a sweet taste and a very soft texture. To prepare this dish, a native Japanese fish (saltwater conger eel) is deep-fried or simmered and served with a barbecue sauce. If you are a seafood lover, make sure to try this appetising dish.