Hidden Gems: Forget Ramen, Here Are 7 Other Japanese Dishes For You To Try

There is so much more to Japanese cuisine than what meets the eye (on social media, that is).

Apr 04, 2025, 02:47 PM
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Udon

The bouncy, mild-flavoured noodles of this dish make the elegantly balanced broth shine.

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Mochi

Eaten in both the savoury and sweet form, this glutinous rice masterpiece is well-loved for a reason.

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Gyoza

Made with a combination of pan-frying and steaming, these dumplings with their rich stuffings will leave you wanting more.

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Soba

Eaten both cold and hot, these buckwheat noodles are a traditional Japanese delight.

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Onigiri

You may recognise this from many an anime, and rightfully so; these rice balls are filled with customisable stuffings that are comfort personified.

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Takoyaki

A popular Japanese street food made of octopus packs a flavourful punch every time.

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Katsudon

A perfect combination of fried meat, rice, eggs and a savoury dashi broth, I present to you, perfection.

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