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I have loved eating food from all over the world ever since I was a kid, so when I got the chance to visit Japan in January of 2019, I knew I would have an incredible time diving into all of the unique dishes this amazing country has to offer. I started my Japanese adventure in Tokyo and explored several other cities and areas around the island of Honshu on an unforgettable, 12-day excursion. Come with me as I explore the gorgeous island nation of Japan!
I love Asian sweets. They’re so different from Western sweets, and Japan has some of the most unique ones on the planet. My friend Shinichi from TabiEats was kind enough to take me on a phenomenal street food tour in Asakusa, Tokyo, where we explored the sugary world of Japanese sweets in the culinary capital of the world!
The Asakusa area of Tokyo is known for its beautiful temples and delectable street food, so I knew I’d have a blast there! We started on the longest and oldest shopping street in Tokyo, Nakamise Dori, where you can find the oldest temple in the city, Sensoji Temple, as well as lots of shops. There’s a lot of history there!
At our first shop, Azuma, Shinichi and I tried kibi dango, which is a traditional Japanese sweet that consists of mochi balls covered in millet flour on a stick! It was gooey and was almost exactly like mochi, but with nothing inside it, and covered in a nutty flour that tastes similar to peanut butter. I loved it! Then I also tried a fantastic, hot, fermented rice drink called amazake. It was very rice-y and kind of slimy, but amazing! I’m glad I got to try it; it’s only available in the winter.
Next, I tried ichigo daifuku, a type of mochi that is stuffed with red bean paste and a fresh strawberry. We got two different varieties: one with red bean paste and one with custard. The one with the red bean paste was incredibly juicy and fresh, as it was strawberry season in Japan. One of my favorite mochis of all-time!
Next was the custard ichigo daifuku, which was very different. I didn’t love it at first, but then the custard inside blew me away!
Up next were freshly deep-fried rice crackers. They were hot, crunchy, and salty, and had a flavor almost like popcorn. I didn’t love them, but they were still pretty tasty.
We followed that with Japanese pancakes called ningyoyaki that date back to the Edo period. They come in shapes like pagodas and birds and contained red bean paste, which is standard for most traditional Japanese sweets. It was almost all gooey red bean paste with the savory pancake around it and is so good! Six cost 550 Yen, or roughly $4.97 U.S.
After visiting a mask shop with a cool selection, we moved on to menchi katsu, which is a deep-fried patty made of beef, pork, and onion. It was very moist and juicy and had a great mix of flavors and a nice, flaky crunch on the outside. It was amazing!
Afterward, I met an owl from an owl café and grabbed another coffee from a vending machine, before grabbing two savory, deep-fried pancakes called monja: a regular one and a curry one. Both were hot and moist, with lots of herbs, but the curry one had a crunchy, delicious curry on the outside. I loved it!
After passing through the second gate of the temple and warming my hands by a massive incense burner, we prepared to enter the temple by rinsing out hands and mouths in the water of the nearby fountain. Inside, I prayed, made a wish, and bowed. Afterward, you can get your fortune, but mine was bad, so Shinichi showed me what to do with fortunes you don’t like and want to change!
We finished our sweets tour with some melon pan, which is a Japanese sweet bread with matcha (a type of green tea) soft serve ice cream inside! The bread was amazing, like a biscuit with a little sugar on top, and an icy dose of intense matcha flavor in the middle. My number one dish of the day, even though it gave me brain freeze!
Wow, what a fantastic sweets tour! I hope you liked watching me and Shinichi sampling some of the best Japanese sweets in Tokyo! If you did, please give this video a thumbs up and leave me a comment below. And please subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. I will see you in the next travel food adventure!
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[@De.D1]

Yes, Itadakimasu!!! Looks so good! I miss going to Japan. :(

[@yanglu9555]

Davidsbeenhere, so you forget to mentioned the curry pastries that you two like so much. Great blog! First timer for me so I will be subscribing!

[@ginasue5263]

I’m so hungry

[@TabiEats]

Thanks David for inviting me on this food tour. It was my pleasure showing you around. Hope you enjoyed this city and the rest of your trip in Japan! And thanks to everyone for watching!!!

[@susanleblanc7989]

Loved the food tour, but seeing you too Sinichi was the reason I watched, being a big fan of Tabi Eats. Say Hello to Satoshi :)

[@mariacristinasanpedro7152]

Anata tachi ni atte moraetai... Tabieats itsumo miteimasu, shinichi no okasan no ryouri mo mimashita... Gyouza to tonkatsu yatte mita... Soredemo, zairyou ga naka naka nai no de chotto aji ga chigau kamo shirenai kedo.. tomodachi to kazuko mo oishii to iutte kureta... Itsuka aitai!... Korekara mo ganbatte kudasai.. o daiji ni...💗💗💗

[@dr.kainatfarheen9312]

The guide was very genuine n humble..

[@offthesidelines]

Check out his channel! He and his partner are constantly releasing videos about food in Japan (as well as elsewhere occasionally). Shinichi's partner, Satoshi, is even more knowledgeable because he lived his whole life there whereas Shinichi moved to Hawaii when he was child. He mentioned that he's also a bit limited by the fact that he can't really read Japanese well; he sometimes ask Satoshi to explain some of the words/expressions the latter uses because Shinichi doesn't always recognise them lol. They're a cute couple!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

he is the best!

[@amandamiller304]

shinichi is great he has two channels tabi eats and shinichi's world

[@ymn202]

Tabieats' Shinichi is a great guide. This is a nice collaboration, hope there will be more!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

a few more!

[@Applegal06]

I was waiting for David to say itadakimasu! Never happened 😂

[@pch777]

"Dude, it's like a India right here"... Can't resist myself from laughing 😂😂😄

[@1995Pie]

3:50 look at this sweet old lady with this amazing crazy hair :D love it

[@dime1680]

Wow

[@wingskun5437]

日本人としてコメント欄見るだけで嬉しい😆

[@Enoxix.]

Your Japan travel vlog brings so many good memories back when I was on vacation with my dad! Thanks for this David!

[@gheji_af9344]

I’m Japanese and I’m watching it to study English, because most Japanese cannot speak english so those who are planning to visit Japan have to be careful. But I’m happy that this guy seems enjoyed Japan a lot!

[@CamilleLMacLean]

Your English is excellent. 🙏

[@shenglongisback4688]

@@CamilleLMacLean japanese are good at grammar n written but speaking nt really i work at a japanese cmpany tis is what ive discovered

[@gheji_af9344]

Sheng Long is back!!! Ikr... only i suck at grammar lol

[@gheji_af9344]

Camille M thx!!!

[@shenglongisback4688]

@@gheji_af9344 lol

[@ME-up6il]

Asakusa is my home town.Thank you for coming to it ! Please come to Japan again.Have a nice trip!

[@asherhameedkhan5710]

Hy how r u....I want to see japan.and I like to see japanies pepole n culture... Can u give me information.. Plz contact... Whatsap..00923122137145 My name is ashar khan

[@katweinstein7813]

Your love for food, the way your eyes roll back, priceless!

[@aniketsarkar3169]

Japan is Soo beautiful,I am amazed!!!

[@kratos692]

Japan=Perfection👌

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

I like all the Japanese guides. Very descent. Japanese people are renowned all over the world because of their politeness. Loved the ice cream sandwich. Till now my favorite is the Japan series, high quality food and extremely clean. No need to think about hygiene. A big like.

[@msspears8915]

I'm so glad you collaborated with Tabieats. Love those guys.

[@thebenchwarmer]

Man.. why do I watch these when I'm hungry.. sigh.. I would love to visit Japan one day on my bucket list and try all the vending machines, novelties, traditions, and food like this.. Thanks guys for showing such wonderful "street" food, heh. Dont know how you fit all that food in, gotta try em! Cheers!

[@CamilleLMacLean]

I can't wait to visit someday also. Sometimes I'll watch these vids whilst eating sushi etc. You need to try this... it's less painful. I could almost cry when I watch hungry/hangry.

[@perdomot]

That first sentence on the bad fortune about "not studying yet" clearly refers to David's onigiri technique. LOL

[@memeh]

I’m Japanese and living in really countryside of Canada, so I can’t easy to get Japanese stuff. But recently Japanese food has become popular. So I can get soy sauce, Miso, wasabi...at local grocery stores but only like Sushi stuff. I love the “Kinako” which is covered the Kinako in the video. So I wish the Kinako become popular and I can get easy around my place. Kinako is very healthy food.

[@Lalunabreeze]

Love this video. Love Japan. Awesome food. 🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓

[@newmoon320]

Japanese street food is so wonderful! I can tell you were having foodgasm!!

[@cactusroadrunner5277]

Sinichi is very kind and has patience. Very respectful of his culture. 👍

[@Neerepha]

The lady at 13:11 has the most beautiful kimono I have ever seen in my entire life. Simply stunning.

[@fisharefriends598]

Tabi eats !!!!

[@kevinb2880]

Tabieats! Good collaboration!

[@renatakahori]

I love Japan 💕 Tks David! You are Awesome 😎

[@grannypeacock1218]

❤ Shinichi. Want all that food.

[@Asiafe]

Ugh, I love Japanese culture and everything about it so much. I hope one day I’ll find myself in Japan having the time of my life eating that melon bread

[@j6selyn]

sugoiiiii! my mouth was watering at literally everything so i made myself a instant ramen haha!

[@favmyplaylist4871]

Japanese are very hardworking people...very kind hearted...love from india..❤❤❤

[@anishajs5799]

This makes me hungry on a full stomach. I REALLY NEED to visit Japan for almost every reason. New subbie from India!!

[@MrsTeenagewiccan]

OH MY GOSH YESSSSS I LOVE SINICHI !!!! I just commented on your breakfast video you should meet him! This is so cool!

[@frakundo]

Best video in the series so far! It’s great David paired up with a truly informative, food loving youtuber in Japan!

[@johnjackson5373]

I look forward to all your videos Man. Love your content

[@fayustreetfood]

Mini mochi,,.. looks delicious...😋🤤🤤🤤

[@Robbo240]

Fayu Street Food they are super good. When I tried them I thought the powder was peanuts, it taste like a mild creamy peanut powder. So nice.

[@deepapatel5059]

Hey David stay blessed man!! U r never going to have a bad fortune...stay healthy and happy...

[@Neerepha]

Last thing I expected to see was Shinichi 😂❤️

[@amritap8384]

David eating a matcha ice cream= happiness ☺✨

[@angelg.8462]

Asakusa was one of my favorite areas to visit!😍 Can't wait to go back❤

[@EbefrenRevo]

SHINICI !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@katelynnsweeney2427]

I love watching street food videos and saying "I've gotta try those" but knowing....just KNOWING that I will never be able to eat it

[@simone222]

One of my favourite places to go to while I was still living in Shinjuku. Lovely video. Thanks for evoking memories.

[@plejade4125]

Came here because of Shinichi, awesome video thank you ^^/

[@MyNewYorkLife]

Looks so good!!! especially the melon bread with ice cream. Yummm~~~

[@kerryanne28]

Love this video ❤️❤️❤️

[@richasharma3494]

David since you're in Japan, we need more videos with Shinichi and Satoshi!! Also Paolo from Tokyo!!

[@Davidsbeenhere]

I have two more with Shinichi... Paolo is MIA

[@richasharma3494]

@@Davidsbeenhere great! Looking forward to seeing them! :) Love from India!

[@user-in3wr2xr7k]

I’m getting hungry …😂😂 Thank you for coming to Japan！

[@bubblefishbeach]

Love both of you guys.

[@ladymurasaki370]

Love this video with Shinichi! I've been there many years ago but I didn't have someone to guide me on the great snacks! Gotta love it all! 👍❤

[@asherhameedkhan5710]

Hy how r u....I want to see japan.and I like to see japanies pepole n culture... Can u give me information.. Plz contact... Whatsap..00923122137145 My name is ashar khan

[@igotnojams4740]

Just seeing them have a good time in Tokyo made me happy

[@anilamunir7659]

U r something dear ........i also enjoyed this tripppppppp

[@Robbo240]

Omg I went to these exact places when I was there and I’ve tried all the food except the curry manju. I miss Japan 😭

[@tomato9138]

NOW THIS LOOKS SO TASTY

[@bluesirenx]

This is making me hungry. Mannn....all these sweets *cries*

[@rhyndawatson4173]

Shinichi, yay 😁

[@dauny08]

The music in the subway scene at the beginning is reminiscent of the Police song, and their video clip was filmed on that Subwayline!

[@andrealim3315]

Hi Shinichi !!!

[@dip291]

Hey there is so much similarity between Japnies worship ritual style and Indian ritua style. Starting from cleansing & all. Wow so incredible.

[@dextersmithbsee]

Love, love, love!!!

[@bugseeboss8991]

Japan has the BEST MOCHI !!! 😋

[@perdomot]

Cool to see Shinichi, I love his channel. I always stay near Asakusa when I visit Tokyo, so much fun.

[@06_kuldipchauhan44]

Aaarigato New world Learn From You Davidsbeenhere....🙏🙏

[@Dee-gf6ir]

Best series 👍👍

[@elsalisa146]

Nice that you did the video with Shinichi, such a nice guy. Nice location and your food choices were great.

[@suryanamankar4357]

The row of shops outside the temple is so similar to temples in Indian pilgrimage centres. Some of the rituals are also similar to Hindu rituals.

[@umichan6986]

I'm Japanese but I don't have ever been to '' Asakusa'' I wanna go to Asakusa! You're enviable😆

[@michaeliscandy79]

I've been on holiday in Japan last year, starting with Tokyo. I also was at Asakusa. Seeing this makes me want to go back. Learned something new about the wishes. I thought they only were in Japanese and didn't know about what to do with bad fortunes. Thanks for the info! Tried the melon bread, it's so delicious! Didn't try it with matcha ice cream though, well next time then.... :)

[@sylteflesk]

I love redbeannn *drooling*

[@user-br5tz7ks2x]

I am the first love Japan but frankly speaking Indian food is my favourite

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

Bibek Das Indian food may be your personal favorite but you can’t rank a particular cuisine like no 1 or no 2 in the world. It’s just like comparing apples and oranges...can you tell within India which state’s food is no 1? You can’t. And to vote for a particular cuisine you should try almost all renowned multi cuisine all over the world. Moreover everybody finds his own country food to be the best. Indian food is good, so also is Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Arabic and many more.

[@mayankrajsinghchauha]

Which country you are from ?

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

Mayank Singh must be an Indian.

[@rational0]

Japanese food is the best. But to settle the debate, there now must be a KZbin India vs Japan food eatOff (like danceOff). Like a food war.

[@nabanitagoswami6652]

Very clean market

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

nabanita goswami all the first world countries are clean. People don’t litter in public places.

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

Rose P disagree japan is super clean they have good hygiene tbh all over the country

[@nabanitagoswami6652]

What about indian food food street?🤣

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

Anderson Rodriguez i just told the same thing man, Japan is super clean and all the developed countries are clean. I am from the US and we dont litter here.

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

nabanita goswami your smiley gives your answer.

[@nileshvasa8473]

Both my favourite you tuber together 😍😍🥰🥰🥰

[@Davidsbeenhere]

awesome! thank you so much :)

[@jessietorres9324]

Awesome video food looks delicious..

[@deanna8643]

His face lies. Mmm so good. Lol

[@wasabifriess]

DeAnna Orr i’m glad somebody noticed 😂😂😂 he doesn’t even finish his food

[@masahikotsunoda8278]

最高！🙌

[@asherhameedkhan5710]

Hy how r u....I want to see japan.and I like to see japanies pepole n culture... Can u give me information.. Plz contact... Whatsap..00923122137145 My name is ashar khan

[@mikewong7173]

Thanks for this post David. I've never been to Japan but this place will be on my "must visit" list. Also... I don't know if you noticed but the girl behind your right shoulder making the treats at 2:25 is gorgeous!!!

[@sarahsafira9508]

OMG shinichi!

[@lifewithamiinjapan]

I too love the kinako powder on my Mochi. It does taste like peanut butter 😂 Omg Shinichi and Satoshi San is such a sweet people ❤️ Love them guys

[@belicimogal28]

those mochi balls with strawberry looked cool...and David misses India and its curry ...hahaha

[@gregala84]

That second bite on that icecream sandwich made his eyes roll back lmao

[@PettyMelody2009]

Omg, my mouth watering just watching this

[@susanleblanc7989]

Enjoyed your video. Loved the food tour!

[@robertoenriquez5541]

I am glad you enjoyed the street food in Asakusa. I also love the food In Japan. I am hoping to come back there soon 😊

[@Korea4Me]

Nice! I'm here because of Tabieats. ^_^

[@Davidsbeenhere]

awesome!!! thank you so much ;)

[@TheHokkaidogaijin]

I have lived in Japan for more than 25 years, there is no place I would rather be. P.S. Love Shinichi at TabiEats!

[@baldovidukhabaldovidukha3890]

Wow strawberry season in japan cool my fevorite place

[@Me.oh.mai.]

Tabieats is right. Iove the mochi with fruits too. I miss that so much!!!

[@BbyyAna]

Very nice travel food vlogs! Also love tabieats

[@ricardotongol567]

OMG Japanese food and desert are awesome

[@jackiemccoy6282]

Omg Shinichi!!!! I love his channel too!!! I love this❤️❤️❤️

[@ZombieWolfe]

Millet flower looks exactly like the powder that goes into something called horchata which is a milk drink from Central America. Very sweet and good. I'm not from Central America myself, but I have tried horchata and seen it made, it's so good.

[@faridarohoman5275]

Awesome video as usual, tkx

[@rominpatel2721]

Ohoo so clean markets

[@sudeshnapodder5876]

romin patel All the first world countries are clean. People don’t litter and Japanese are exceptionally well behaved.

[@tanaymishra3229]

Good looks damn tasty. Would want to surely try it on my next year Japan visit. Love from India!

[@dollarkh807]

I love Japan from Cambodia 😍😘💕 one day I wanna go

[@yuliangy2671]

Great video man!!

[@Luffy2Y]

Love the collab! Nice video :)

[@EHCBunny4real]

Strawberry season is winter in Florida too. February is peak time for picking the fruit

[@TastesSEOULGood]

Where's Shinichi's partner? They're such a fun couple!

[@EbefrenRevo]

they split almost one year ago... they collaborate only for the youtube channel now. Sadly.

[@TastesSEOULGood]

@@EbefrenRevo ~ Really? I didn't know that! I kinda stopped following their channel as much about a year or so ago, so I guess I missed that. I guess it is great they're still able to be professional enough to work together!

[@izzatys7037]

Omg, that is so sad

[@putrijoyceirawati2638]

@@EbefrenRevo fake news. They're still together.

[@mrskeksa]

Ebefren Revo i don’t think so tbh 🙈

[@rational0]

Japan is the best nation on earth to live in. Most progressive , cleanest, and most moral nation.

[@rational0]

Because Japan does not have congress party and pappu family who give away india govt money (tax people gave) for votes, money meant for infrastructure development of roads electricity, dams, freight corridors, inland waterways, cleaning rivers, linking rivers etc etc. Shame on congress party of india, they have no loyalty towards the people of india and their future. they are only concerned with their own interests, keeping themselves in power and stealing india's money and putting it in foreign accounts. That is why a lot of foreign media also supports them, and so they join the anti modi slander campaigns.

[@gandalfstormcloud7514]

They must have freaked out when someone showed up with actual sugar.