A foodie's guide: Tokyo, top 15 dishes part 2 (Places 7 through 1)

Aaaaand here's part 2 of the guide!!! ;)

7. Miso soup and tsukemono (pickles)

I hate soups. I know it's bad to start a paragraph on a soup with that sentence, but yeah, I hate soups. There are only a few I enjoy, and miso is one of them. It's not a difficult soup to make, really. The best thing about it is the taste - rich, salty flavour with great mix of spices - Miso is the best way to start a meal in Japan!

6. Mochi

That is one weird, but tasty experience! Mochi is basically steamed rice pounded into a solid, sticky mass with different filling inside (most traditional ones are red bean paste, black sesame and green tea). They are extremely popular in Japan and in other Asian countries. Though none of the traditional flavours seem attractive, you must try mochi! It definitely is a different take on sweets!

5. Katsudon or Oyakodon (rice dish with pork/chicken cutlet and egg)

One hell of an awesome one-pot wonder! Oyakodon and katsudon are usually served in those little hole-in-the-wall restaurants with electronic food ordering machines. They are done within 5 minutes from you placing the order, and are served steaming hot;) a pretty tasty deal!

4. Sushi normal style

There is nothing better in the world than sushi in Japan. Nothing and nobody can beat that taste! The thing is, sushi in Japan js pretty inexpensive. And served with the freshest ingredients!

3. Tonkatsu

I come from a country where tonkatsu is an every day dish ;) But our tonkatsu is definitely different from the Japanese one. The original tonkatsu is flavourful, juicy and crispy, usually served with a salad or cabbage. It is one of the cheapest meals you can get in Japan, and one of the best!

2. Sushi conveyer belt style

There is one place in Tokyo that is a must - Sushi Zanmai in Akihabara district ( (すしざんまい), Yodobashi Akiba 1F/8F). The first floor outlet is a traditional chef and counter operation, the eighth floor is a more foreigner-friendly "conveyor belt"-style. Plates ¥98-628. 

1. Onigiri (rice balls with filling)

Onigiri are, what I like to call, surprise food. Why? Cuz my Japanese reading skills are non-existent, so I never know what I'll get in my rice ball. The inside is a big mystery and it is actually fun to eat - you can play the guessing game with your friends trying to guess what exactly is inside your onigiri :) And, to be honest, onigiri is my favourite food from Japan - fun, creative, handy... Beats sushi just because it's great to eat during travelling :)