Eating a Japanese Izakaya
Japan provides an amazing variety of culinary experiences, but there is nothing like eating and drinking in an izakaya .
, a go izakaya (a Japanese-style gastropub ) is Japanese experience a quintessential, must-do, and one of the best ways to immerse yourself in local Japanese culture.
local izakaya in Onomichi, Japan
Apart from the perfect Location is a delicious (and very eclectic) to taste variety of Japanese food - sashimi and fried foods, tofu and seasonal vegetables - food and drink in a izakaya is also a great way to mix with locals ,
and since discovering an increasing number of people around the world that Japanese cuisine is much more than just sushi and ramen, izakayas have started to pop up around the world, from London and New York, Sydney, Hong Kong and beyond.
What is a izakaya?
a izakaya is where you go if you feel like eating and drinking with friends or colleagues in a relaxed and cheerful setting.
a hole-in-the-wall in Shibuya streets, Tokyo
The word " izakaya Japanese-style pub" , "Japanese tavern" or "is generally in English as a variation of the translated" "gastropub in Japanese style."
We usually "gastropub" preferable because going to a izakaya is about both food and drinking - not primarily one or the other. Best izakayas , whether modest or high-end, the food and drink shine equally.
Most izakaya are transparent devices, filled with the sounds of animated conversation and laughter. Midweek they are often full of company workers among colleagues and decompressing weekend they can be even more exuberant.
Sashimi and Chuhai (Shochu cocktail) at an izakaya Kyoto
Where izakayas [find1945014]
Fortunately, you will find izakayas in just about every town and neighborhood of Japan
in addition to the local neighborhood holes-in-the-wall are many targets in and of yourself - .. for example, the Michelin-starred Yorozuya Okagesan in Tokyo
even though English is not always spoken, as long as you are open-minded, patient and polite, you can almost always get your point across ( and for more on phrases, our post seen on Japanese words and phrases for travelers to Japan).
a sample flash card from our "Tiny Voice" (see link above image)
If you are very concerned about the language barrier, a great "beginner" izakaya is the famous Andy Shin Hinomoto. While not exactly a locals-only places to eat, it is popular with the locals (especially, but not exclusively, expats) and has a wonderfully festive atmosphere. As with other locations in Tokyo and throughout Japan, reservations are a must.
The food in the Japanese izakayas
Since izakaya experience is over both eat and drink, the food in most izakayas pairs wonderfully with alcohol, in particular for reasons of beer and shochu.
Sampling sake of a izakaya Tokyo
Every good izakaya has its own unique specialties, but most izakayas menus are to be gloriously eclectic usually including a remarkably wide range of foods.
Izakayas are usually small Tapas -like dishes, so we often izakaya kitchen refer "Japanese tapas" Below is a small selection of dishes that could be viewed on a izakaya menu .:
- sashimi
- Tempura
- tofu
- takoyaki (octopus fritters, also known as octopus balls)
- potato (French) French with Japanese mayonnaise
- Gyoza (dumplings)
Mmm, gyoza
- Karaage (fried Japanese style chicken)
- Skewered meat and vegetables, including yakitori and KuShiKaTsu
- noodles (eg, soba, udon, and sometimes ramen)
- Tsukemono (Japanese pickles)
- Shishamo (grilled smelt, served whole and with Rogen)
- salads
- miso soup
- rice
- and more
basic izakaya etiquette
Izakayas are usually casual establishments means you usually extreme formality of the noren can leave (the curtain at the entrance)
that being said, etiquette is always something in mind while keeping in Japan, so here some very basic tips to help you to impress you .:
- while definitely not provided it is very common to start with a nama biiru (draft beer), before studying the menu. These say so simple to the server " Toriaezu, biiru " ( Beer, now ). A cold, refreshing Nama biiru is almost always the perfect way a izakaya trip.
- Wait until your fellow diners drinks have to start before you begin drinking. One of several common expressions when everyone takes the first sip of the night together " Kanpai! " ( Cheers! ). Likewise, before you say take your first bite: " Itadakimasu " (a polite term to eat before).
vegetables in a izakaya (Photo: via Compfight cc PhoTones_TAKUMA)
- to drink when bottled (beer, sake, etc.), it is considered polite to pour for others if the cup run dry. A not-so-subtle way to fill other know your cup to be poured for them as a gentle reminder.
- It is acceptable to drink in any case, but drinking too much is not a good idea. One way to prevent subtly different from the filling of the cup is to just keep it filled to the brim.
- If you are on a traditional izakaya , where slippers are used, remember to go slippers in the bathroom instead of wearing down at the table
concerns rather than too much about all the etiquette rules, just remember our golden rule of Japanese etiquette: as long as you act friendly and with respect, then you fit right in -. even if a label make mistakes (or two) once in a while
other examples
More information izakayas It is strongly recommended Izakaya. The Japanese Pub Cookbook 
Maru, a Tokyo izakaya in the book featured
in this beautiful collection, Robinson - a longtime resident Tokyo - you (unfortunately not all are open to this day) takes you deep into the world of eight of his favorite Tokyo izakayas .
There is a beautiful book, with mouthwatering pictures and wonderful vignettes that everyday experiences with some fascinating Tokyo izakaya relate. Apart from giving you immense insight into Tokyo izakaya culture, makes it an attractive coffee table book, and also has some great recipes. So even if you do not plan on a trip to Japan, you can get some of this delicious izakaya try recipes in your own kitchen.
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