There’s a lot to say about the best food in Japan. It’s one of the reasons I love the country so much – the fact that the food in Japan is so different to what I’m used to at home.

Like every outstanding element of Japanese living (be it fashion or stunning product packaging), Japanese cuisine shows thoughtfulness and careful attention to detail. They blend unexpected combinations of ingredients to gift us with some of the best food in the world.

– Best food in Japan? (Almost) all of it!

From the immaculate preparation work that goes into sushi making to the cute pastries and desserts served in Instagram-friendly cafés, Japan has carved their name in culinary mastery. Of course, it gets pretty overwhelming for the first-time visitor when everything looks so good!

Japan’s best food is hard to choose, but let me take you through some of the things you should definitely eat in Japan. To help you navigate the yummy eats, I’ve put together a list of the best food in Japan.

What to eat in Japan

– The steaks have to be among the best food in Japan, surely?

What do Japanese eat for breakfast?

Pastries and freshly baked goods dominate social media feeds, but this morning luxury isn’t so standard for your average Japanese person. Busy office workers and those living solo often grab a quick coffee and toast set at the nearest café, sometimes skipping breakfast.

There is however, one sell-out bread item when it comes to breakfast in Japan:

1. Kashipan, single-serve sweet buns, are the answer to the morning rush. The most popular include