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Tokyo is known internationally as a food capital, but most Japanese people know Osaka as “Japan’s Kitchen.” This is because Osaka has an amazing food scene, including street food favorites like takoyaki. However, its most famous dish that everyone in Japan recognizes is the iconic Osaka original, okonomiyaki.

Did you know that people generally don’t walk around and eat at the same time in Japan? For many, it’s about properly savoring the food and keeping the streets clean, making restaurants the go-to option for food. However, Japanese street...

Did you know that, generally, you shouldn’t walk and eat at the same time in Japan? There are exceptions to this Japanese etiquette rule.

Japan has plenty of delicious street foods that will call out to you as you walk through some of the popular and busy areas. The massive displays of Japanese crepes calls customers over for a sweet treat. Kakigori beckons people to cool off during the hot Japanese summers. Taiyaki begs you to enjoy a tasty snack with its delicious-looking fish shape.

Japan has a knack for easily portable yet delicious street food and festival food. For those who like sweets, Japanese crepes are always a good bet. For those who don’t mind seafood, takoyaki is waiting for you. But if you just want tasty chicken on a stick...

Being in Osaka, we can’t sing the praises of Osaka food enough. Okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and kitsune udon are all great sit-down options. However, when it comes to street food, takoyaki reigns supreme in Osaka.