When most people think of Japanese food, sushi is the first thing that comes to mind.
And it's no wonder -- sushi is one of Japan's most classic foods, and it's totally delicious. But we beg of you, don't stop there. Japanese cuisine has so much more to offer.
Below, 13 reasons you should branch out and discover some lesser-known Japanese dishes.
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京都では少しだけ贅沢。 祇園のお料理やさんでのお食事。 あしらいが本当に秋らしさいっぱい。 口福かつ眼福な時間。
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先日のウソツキ竹田くん×篠山の密会にて、篠山作お好み焼き #okonomiyaki #お好み焼き #ウソツキ
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fugu degustation lunch today. #worklife #travel #fukui #takahama #lunch #fugu #pufferfish #sashimi
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#晩ゴ飯 wif my love ♥️ #comfortfood #tonkatsu #porkcutlet #foodstagram #豚カツ #トンカツ #いちばん
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