Gourmet

グルメ

Japanese cuisine is not limited to sushis or yakitoris we know in the western world. While travelling in Japan, you will discover a rich and diverse cuisine, where each ingredient is carefully chosen and emanates unique flavors.

Dishes are harmonious and differ from one region to another, according to seasons. Be prepared to awaken your five senses.

SEAFOOD

Long and narrow land, Japan is surrounded by the Sea, from North to South, where an immense diversity of fish and seafood lives.

We can therefore eat extremely fresh products all year round, in all forms. If you thought you knew the famous sushis, you will be surprised...

The most popular

RICE

The staple food of Japan

In Japan, rice is part of the staple food and has the particularity of being sticky when cooked.

Very digestible, it is the staple nutritious food for Japanese and is deeply respected.

It remains tasty even when cold. You can also cook it with seafood or vegetables, dress it with vinegar for sushis or make sake and pastries.

fruits

with strong sweetness

In Japan, farmers start harverting when fruits are ripe enough, perfect, without any default and with irresistible flavours.

This is why we find fruits sold for several hundred euros or even more. Receiving one of them is one of the most refined gifts.

Of course, you will also find affordable tasty seasonal fruits.

vegetables

Due to the great diversity of climates and terroirs from north to south, as well as differences in altitude, a variety of vegetables are grown in each region.

The excellence of Japanese vegetables resides in a sufficient quality water supply all over the country.

Today, there are around 150 different varieties of vegetables in Japan.

MEAT
Dairy products

The quality of Japanese beef is worldwide known for its tender meat and chewy flesh, like wagyu beef.

This is due to the quality breeding and nutrition given to animals.

Japanese people are big meat consumers. There are many dishes with different parts of the animal that can be cooked in different ways. It can also be eaten raw.

Dairy products are also delicious.