Tips on How to Eat in Japan

We love to eat. That is, hopefully, pretty clear by now. After living in Japan for over three years now, we finally feel confident to share some of our foodie tips about how to eat in Japan, like a local.
What are the sites you need to go to? How can you find good eats around town? What is LO? And what's the deal with flipping your sushi? Yeah. We've also seen a bunch of really bad advice online about eating in Japan, especially when it comes to Sushi, so today we're going to dispel those SUSHIII MYYYTHHSSSSSSS~
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[@ForUploadin]

Like you told in the last minute, you are without doubt the greatest documentary video maker about Japan ever. Even major foreign tv broadcaster or famous foreign filmmakers could never have catch even any sight of your backs in the marathon race in making documentaries in Japan. They just follow boring stereotypes foreigners have about Japan and even when they digged deep, but they ended up in swimming in a pool of 5 cm depth. I am sure that living in the residental hood in Kichijoji, brought you the ordinary Japanese lives including foods. 1/3 of Tokyo ant the the other 1/3 of Tokyo are Musashino area and Tama area. Unless you do not know these two areas for living , you would not come to know Tokyo. Shinjuku, Harajuku or Akihabara do not represent it. Simon and Martina’s videos are the closest ever online to the real Japanese food lifestyles. To those who plan to come to Japan. Most of Japan trip videos on youtube go to the same restaurants. Instead, do as Simon and Martina are advising here!!

[@eatyourkimchi]

I’m gonna print this comment and wear it on a shirt. Thank you for the amazing kind words :)

[@A-N13]

@@eatyourkimchi I would like to buy said shirt please

[@ForUploadin]

Thank you for pinning my comment, looking forward to seeing you in the shirt in a coming video. You are definitely the best that knows the bests.

[@GerthuyaRana]

ForUploadin æ

[@ken-yo2hz]

Lol no. Just no.

[@StefanieHow]

It blows my mind that you've been in Japan for over 3 years. Like... what? How did that happen? Where did the time go? God, I'm old.

[@achoraleofsound]

For real, I keep thinking they moved here last year, somehow it's been 3 1/2 years???? What???

[@GarmanyRachel]

Oh gosh you’re right...feels like yesterday I was mourning them leaving Korea, then getting excited about Japan.

[@annaliese430]

Broo ikr

[@mymygonzalez45]

I know right? I still remember when they were teaching in Korea. Can time chill out a second? lol

[@glitteryhunchback]

same, i remember watching them look for a house and feeling so hopeful about my first trip to Japan, how time flies

[@hollyh7924]

“See a line, get into it” - Simon has officially become an Asian.

[@dt4654]

I have a limit to when I do that, if a line is way too long, I will just not bother 😂😂😂

[@hollyh7924]

S Quu Yes I actually lived in China for awhile and I was gonna put a caveat for there. It’s rush the line and see who comes out on top 😂😂 Every man for himself

[@bose262010]

Bruh lol

[@sherrisdouglas5996]

I love you guys so much, Martina you have helped me so much with my journey of chronic pain and chronic fatigue, Simon you have made me laugh on my hardest days and both of you are some of the most important idols I’ve ever had

[@rayne4224]

Yeah watching some of the videos on Martina's struggles have made me push to get my own sorted out. Been living with a dislocating knee for 10 years now

[@brnne]

Same 💛

[@abbyiswatching2046]

Ditto with a cherry on top. So much love. These guys have helped me through some scary stuff.

[@allyjermon9361]

Yes!! I have a couple of auto immune issues and it makes it so relatable.

[@eatyourkimchi]

We're gonna tell you some tips on how to eat well in Japan. Where do you go, how do you find it, what time should you go. And we're gonna be talking about some sushi rules as well!

[@sayrag.5513]

Just wanted to let you guys know that i love you guys and your channel so much!!

[@LWL-sz5lh]

Do cosplay as your favorite characters :D

[@aquaria13-notsoprogamer84]

You guys just made my day with this video! I missed u guys!!! 😍😍😍

[@Groet]

Everyone I eat sushi with mix up the fake wasabi with soy sauce to a slurry and then dip the rice portion of the sushi into it.

[@tiara424777]

@Simon and Martina can you do a vid about phone service/safe wifi during travel?

[@Yakkuro12]

Could you guys please do a video of some basic food ordering and phrases when dining out, as well as a general how to when navigating small mom and pop restaurants? I’m secretly afraid to enter smaller establishments for fear of being out of place, not knowing how to navigate some of these smaller spots when it comes to when to order and settle up because of my remedial grasp on speaking Japanese!

[@onestoryfallen]

Alto_Uzo I’d love this!

[@qvantrage]

it's been 3.5 years already?? holy hell

[@eatyourkimchi]

Time sure flies!

[@xcx000]

Unrelated about the video but I love your aquaria pfp !

[@madeinbusanjkjm]

I will never get over the "move your body" song. Ever.

[@flowerfantasysupremacy8763]

Martina looks stunning in this video. Girl slay!

[@deepakmenon7733]

Ooooooooooh

[@ajengwijayanti7871]

Omg I laughed when they put different backsound for coco curry

[@moonbunbunbunny]

Can't blame them, it's heavenly and I still thank them every single day for recommending it. That's why I looked for it and tried it when I went to Japan. The only downside is that you end up missing it like crazy afterwards 😞 Still can't figure out how they eat level 10, though. That thing is like hellfire!

[@murry_monster]

Omg thank you for the Tabelog recommendation. I'm going to Tokyo next April and I was wondering how to figure out where to eat.

[@Omomoification]

Right?? I was wondering the same...starting to plan my own trip. Perfect timing. 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@eatyourkimchi]

Also, NOTIFICATION SQUAD! What's the best Japanese food you ever had?

[@ninjaahjumma]

Asakusa Gyuukatsu in front of the Kaminarimon Gate of Sensoji Temple. AMAZING FOOD

[@AtilaCXL]

A bomb as hell udon. Made by a korean bloke, does it still count?

[@Cat-tg8nk]

Mochi!!!!!

[@kaylakaml]

I'm from Minnesota (middle of the entire continent, nowhere near an ocean) and have never been to Japan, but I'm a sucker for sushi! Every time I'm brave and try a new "scary-sounding" fish, I find a new favorite 😍

[@SailorGamer]

The best would be a sushi place in Nevada that our Japanese teacher took us to as part of our midterm. We had to order in Japanese it was a fun class and the resturant was run by a very large Japanese family.

[@DaeronK]

A couple of myths there I've not heard of. That turning your sushi upside down so the fish touches your tongue first, is a real doozie... probably the most ridiculous myth I've heard so far!

[@jensenraylight8011]

if turning sushi upside down is ridiculous, then probably turn it side, so the tongue touches the rice and the fish

[@platystrophia]

I hadn’t heard that one either, but I bet it’s an offshoot of “you must dip the fish side down in the soy sauce” rule I have heard many times. I could never make it happen with chopsticks...

[@user-kq8ok4qy6t]

It looks dirty if the grains of rice are here and there in the soy sauce.

[@hmaimeomeo]

Daeron's Den the only reasonalbe thing to dip the fish side in first is to not left a grain of rice or some fall into the soysauce

[@Ryth00]

Ahhhh this video has alot of stuff from previous videos and podcast episodes and I am here for it!! The explanation on tablelog is something that I've been wanting ever since the old sbs popasia podcast. Keep up the great work!

[@duinsophie]

Pop Asia podcast yaass!!

[@OneReallyGrumpyJill]

I love how down to earth and relaxed this is instead of trying to show off the biggest and the fanciest places.

[@cassifer2464]

Martina: Sorry Vegans Me: T.T it's okay I'll live vicariously through you and that egg

[@ninjaahjumma]

I was watching something else then I got a notification for this video. DROP EVERYTHING A SIMON AND MARTINA VIDEO IS UP HALLELUJAH

[@juliasantiago9103]

Same

[@ninjaahjumma]

OKAY NOW WHERE DID MY HEART FROM SIMON AND MARTINA GO?!??! T___T

[@Adam-oe4te]

Nothing truer has been said

[@victorfugl]

Number one tip: Trust your other senses. If it smells good, there' a reason If it sounds like people are enjoying themselves in there, there's a reason If the food looks good, and your guts tells you this is the place, there's a reason.

[@nickandhelmi]

You guys are our fave youtuber for Japan, love the depth of knowledge and we always learn something new everytime we watch your video. The tips about checking out the opening/break hours is really useful. Traveled far to get karage fix to stumbled upon their break time LOL..

[@strange144]

Opening hours are very similar in Germany, actually. I never thought it was particularly weird but I've also had situations where I really wanted to eat something outside of usual lunch and dinner hours but everything was closed...

[@AtilaCXL]

Thank you for feeding my addiction to your videos. MOAR PLEEZ

[@Lovely2291]

I recommended your channel to a client of mine that was going to Japan! She followed your advice and loved doing all the stuff you guys suggested!

[@Nicolesid1]

On Saturday my simon (and martina) sense was tingling and I saw Safiya was in Japan. I got so excited hoping you would be on the video and sadly it was only a click from one of your videos. That being said, this helped feed the need for my hipster foodies indeed, soorry had to do it. Anyway, glad you see you two out and about and that Martina is doing well and looking freaking KAWAII!!! 😸😻😻

[@kristalclear7602]

It's been 3 years already???? That's amazing y'all. And i've never been this early to a video either! Y'all are incredible and i hope you're having a good day/night 😀😀

[@wolfy2921]

There are not many things in the world that make me happier than a new Simon and Martina video going up !

[@AdmiralPeach]

Simon's dad's reaction to that meatball is one of the funniest things I've seen on KZbin, kills me every time lmao

[@suzydavis3849]

1. Never underestimate the power of convenience store onigiri- that's some good shizzle right there! 2. As was said, set menu (especially at lunch) is the way forward. Generally very reasonably priced but you'll be stuffed. 3. In summer, find 麦茶 (mugi cha / barley tea). Most refreshing cold beverage (one of the things I'm most excited about going back to Japan this summer). 4. In train stations or shopping centres, head to the top floor, there's LOADS of generally very decent restaurants up there 5. Just do it- go in, even if you have no idea what it is. Chances are it's going to be fab. 6. All you can eat is called "Viking". Why? Not sure.

[@sawliyen3613]

Just came back from a solid, exhausting day traveling in cambodia. Super happy to have a video to recharge my energy ❤️❤️❤️

[@areemetz07]

Eating out in Japan can be expensive, so when I first lived in Tokyo making peanuts I LIVED for the lunch set. Generally, a ton of food for 1000-1500. That would keep me pretty full so I could eat at the konbini for dinner 🤣 Can't wait to go back to Japan now that I eat meat and make decent money.

[@mediaaddict3997]

I needed this video so bad, this was a great pick me up. I'm going to watch this over and over.

[@tuulimm1461]

* add this video in the playlist "food guide to japan * i looooooove when you talk about food, so much passion! P. S. Martina, lookin' good GIIIIIRL *snap snap* P. P. S. I died for the coco curry transition and the screaming child 🤣🤣

[@lemong3614]

Hello Simon and Martina! I’m a Korean student living in America. I recently found out about the boycott against Japanese products in Korea. I really want to hear your guy’s opinions about it, and how people are reacting to it in Japan. Thank you for always uploading wonderful, informational videos for your viewers!

[@sophiacook2888]

Its been 3.5 years?! Wow it doesn't feel like that long.

[@pxrxmoore]

I can't believe it's been 3 years!!! Where has that time gone?! I've just booked my first visit to Japan next year, I can't wait 😍 so excited to get planning my trip - this video came at the perfect time 💛

[@AdmiralPeach]

Japan has been on my bucketlist since I was a child and finally at the age of 30 my husband and I booked tickets to go visit next April. YASSSSSS. This video.. it's a sign 💗

[@angelabby2379]

Me too wanna go to japan so badly in april but the coronavirus outbreak is very serious

[@honglisaly3427]

I get nervous leaving comments on videos, but you guys have gotten me through some tough times. You guys always make me smile. I learned about Korea and Korean cuisine and now...I get to learn about Japan. 😍Watching your videos give me such warmth and positivity. Thank you :)

[@eatyourkimchi]

Don’t be nervous. I’m happy you took the time to write this :)

[@florianb81]

"We take this S**t seriously! " would not have it any other way. =) Love you guys so much. Thank you for everything you do. Also where did you get these rad heartshaped sunglasses Martina ;-)

[@tina7151]

Everytime I watch an EYK video I have to make sure to 1. Auto like before watching 2. Make sure to watch the whole ad 3. Then push thru with another f up ad 4. Finally enjoy the video!!! Unless there's another surprise ad/s, I then pull a chunk of my hair, then watch the whole ad/s... Finaly I LOL while watching real video. PS 8 ads?! KZbin is getting ridiculous

[@cjwebbyi]

Thank you for the tabelog recommendation, will have to check it out on my next visit. Hope you’re both well, was nice catching up with Martina on dan’s music sesh

[@eatyourkimchi]

Yes Chris~ 🎶

[@abluemug]

Every time they mention how long they have been in Japan I feel so proud about their move and following their dreams. Ugh so proud!

[@emilyflynn8475]

The editing for this video is brilliant! I laughed so much!

[@EricaHLjung]

3,5 years?! Did not know I'd followed you that long. Time sure does fly.

[@DisingenuousComment]

I'm from Japan and you two are the most correct when it comes to explaining Japan. Accurate and very easy to understand. Great content.

[@Kndrx.mp4]

I’ve been watching this channel for almost 10 years and I absolutely love every video. Extremely entertaining and fun to watch. Every video puts a smile on my face

[@sweet0love0bear]

I was just rewatching some of you're old videos, and here comes another one :) Bless you guys

[@johnwhitfield5970]

One of my favorite videos so far, love you guys!

[@SL-fz3ex]

You guys are so much fun. On point about many things. The get in the line thing, weird business hour thing, flipping the sushi thing... Watching you both giggling and having fun makes me smile.

[@courtneyj9568]

I love watching all your videos. I usually rewatch them many times randomly through the week to help me when I’m at my lowest. Lots of love from Okinawa.

[@JosieGoyangi]

I wasn't even hungry, then I watched this. I want it all. In my mouth. You guys are 100% the best food bloggers (and bloggers in general) 😻

[@MetalOfHeaven777]

I second the part about asking people what’s good. The best food\experiences I’ve had in Japan are places that my friends and coworkers have taken me too. Just went to a great ramen place in Kyoto for dinner tonight actually!

[@Sobjudy]

I love Simon and Martina’s fan base (Nastys) so much! It’s nothing but good wholesome love!!! Simon and Martina are wonderful parents, I mean, look at all the nastys showing their unconditional love and support and care!!!! I’ve been going on a Simon and Martina KZbin spree and I just cannot express how much love I have for you guys. I’ve been following you since the beginning of Music Monday’s and have never been so committed to a channel unlike you guys ❤️

[@wintrygarden]

Y'all have put me in such a good mood on a crappy sick day. Thanks for busting down myths, encouraging foreigners to visit Japan and feel comfortable, and to eat some delicious food!

[@Gabby-kb9vv]

Yess I'm going to watch this on the way to work tomorrow so excited!!! Tempting to watch now but I need to sleep 😂

[@YeowooBBCVIP]

I LOVE your videos omg. Thank you. I'm a big foodie too and I feel good watching this aha I also looove your editing! Keep it up ❤️

[@lauraradford6251]

I’m sure a ton of people have said this before but I always look forward to your videos! In the time it takes to watch a video it seems like nothing else is going on in the world except the video, my stress and anxiety disappears, It always feels like I’m there with y’all and not watching a video. Keep up the great work!!! ❤️❤️

[@gfem7797]

I wish every country had it’s own simon and martina. You guys are like the best travel guide book ever.Endearingly dorky couple with great sense of humour.You’ve got it all :) I’ve learned so much about eastern culture because of you even tough i live in an eastern country.Please keep making videos as long as possible.

[@ohrats731]

I’m soooo jealous. Idk why but I am so drawn to Japanese cuisine. Like my body thinks that’s all I should be eating lol. Of course I live on the other side of the planet 😂 Traveling isn’t going to happen these days and I love where I live but damn I want that Japanese food again (and forever)

[@Anjacina]

That was so fun and so much the information! Your videos have that “hang out quality”. Definitely trust our favorite Canadian KZbinrs over Hollyweird any day!

[@shannona3613]

I was saving this video for when I needed it, and that would be now. Thank you guys for always being there to cheer me up

[@Eontologist]

Welcome back you two! I hope you both are doing well! ❤️ And SHTAAP EET! You’re making me drool and miss Japan even worse than usual 😭🤤 thank you for always being open about you’re struggles with chronic illness, pain and depression. As someone who also suffers from them, it means a lot to see someone living life and figuring out how to work around it and still find joy in life 💪

[@blueeyedgojo689]

"sorry vegans" LOL as you were eating the egg i was like meh... but then you said that and I was like "O_O she knows my thoughts". LOL

[@RituMakhijaritumak]

This was so informative! Simon and Martina for president!!!

[@OMGdimi]

So happy that martins felt well enough to shot a video! I’m sure having simon’s support helps! Sending lots of love from Los Angeles

[@kronichles]

You guys are making my Japan list bigger and bigger, many places I want to try! Thank you for the videos guys!

[@xShutUpAndPlayx]

Martina, I love your hipster romper! Floral with a black background is absolutely my favorite. Also, I want a picture of you in the 'Rosie the riveter' pose! I will definitely refer back to this video when I can actually afford to visit Japan, thank you for making my day with this video.

[@OtterTich]

I'M SO HAPPY I'M SO HAPPY I'M SO HAPPY that you just posted this video. I'm so happy to watch you

[@bernadette33911]

You two are the only people I will ever trust to teach foreigners about Japan or any place that you visit. I love you guys!

[@kumabear319]

I love how I can finally use the great tips Simon and Martina give about Japan because I am finally here! Thank you!!!!

[@sooyoungfanclub]

“vegetarians you can swing this right” i laughed out loud

[@Tywder]

thank you for all these tips!! i will definitely be using tablelog when i go to japan :)

[@Ndisalive]

This is why I love you guys. Simon I love these.

[@Leanimal]

I love that you went in with this plan when you came to Japan. You said from the start that you wouldn’t speak with authority on life in Japan until you did your time. And here you are three years and change later, takin us to SCHOOL

[@jackie8357]

Yey Simon and Martina - like previous commentators have said thank you for helping me focus on getting out of my own head and out of the house! Love how accepting you guys are and the joy you get out of the little things!

[@Eva92317]

3,5 years ? Omg ! I've been one of your subscriber since I was in Junior High and here I am in University... Time passes by so fast 😭

[@AdmiralJellypants626]

Your food videos are some of my absolute favorites. I love seeing the delicious and unique local foods you guys always share with us. I also really appreciate the way you guys show us how to eat like locals. I cant wait to finally get out to Japan and not be "that foreigner" bc of the tips you share in your videos. Keep up the awesome work!

[@katyoutnabout5943]

Oh my goah i love Martina so much. Her style, her food knowledge, her self-pep-talks. You keep on doing you, Martina

[@iMisaProduction]

Hey Simon & Martina. When you were pointing at 3:56, that's the shift hours for part timers. And above that notice is for full-time staff employment. XD Love you guys! Also if you haven't, you should totally noms at Menya Musashi. They serve totally bomb af tsukemen. ;w;

[@GarouLady]

Have you done a doc about basic japanese chopstick useage, table setting like for breakfasts? Just wondering. Thank you for the video.

[@Onyx_Dragon]

Check out their video about Japanese breakfast! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iorWf2OaerGlgdE

[@iulilly]

I really watched every video of you and always when I have to stay at home because I'm sick your videos are on repeat! Even tough I already know all of your videos I will still watch them over and over again. Last week I got a surgery and I have to stay at home for 2 weeks and this new video makes me like the most happy person in the world right now! I love you soooo much 😭💕 you guys are really my favorite youtubers 💕

[@kaije7art]

You two... just make me smile every time that I watch you both. Thank you for brightening my day - Also, I never flip my sushi now... I was told I should by the person that introduced me to sushi... and I thought it was dumb, so I've never done it since. Good to know I wasn't crazy!

[@nhiko7028]

I beat KZbins notification to your video. Dedication!

[@malakallouch8825]

Sending love and thanks for the effort.. ❤

[@ladyvortexa8353]

Great video!!! Thank you for taking time to make this for all of us. Martina, i hope your hand is getting better! Simon, stay awesome and I can tell your workouts are making progress!

[@krazyklinzy]

This was so fun to watch! Thank you for sharing your advice and resources with us. Will definitely revisit this video the next time I visit Japan again. Cheers!

[@TTWOK119]

Damn right way you do for finding real foods. These are really same as we Japanese do.

[@IamLIK]

Eat your kimchi became eat your sushi and I luv it. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@craftysnailtail860]

YAY! I'm never this early! I had an awful pain night where I just could not sleep, but I finally got an hour or two in because I was able to drift off in the early morning while listening to your podcasts on repeat. Thanks for everything you do, guise!!

[@carlmalone100]

Lol I live in Japan yet I learn something new every time I watch your videos. Love you guys, bringing the knowledge to the average joes. A true hero, my hero.

[@andiniwirawan]

Just saying... I comment this before seeing the whole video.. Simon you look restless, please take care of yourself, both of you... try your best to not get sick :3 Luv y'all💕💕

[@recoil53]

I'm sure sometimes he feels a bit cooped up when taking care of Martina. Simon is a growing boy with a lot of energy. He needs to get outside.

[@zoot8783]

hard to watch these now ;-;

[@bbydino]

I love all your food videos!! They are so satisfying ♥️♥️♥️

[@ShallieDragon]

+1 for talking to the locals. My friends and I were visiting Japan last October, and one of the best experiences we had was when we had a chat with an older couple sitting next to us at a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. They were very friendly, and even bought my brother a drink.

[@caythieo5832]

Coco Curry is amazing though... I still dream about this curry sometimes

[@robertobravo5732]

Tabelog please sponsor 🙏

[@southernbellebabies]

Martina punching with the WWAAHHH from the baby needs to be in all your videos 😂😂😂. Love your dedication to quality cinematography, beautiful work!

[@lostusaslambus]

I have loved your channel since I taught ESL in Korea in 2010! It always brings me a nostalgic smile.

[@astroZOMBIESattack]

Martina: "Japan has the best milk" New Zealand: ~confused screaming~

[@rossmccluney2483]

*Ireland has entered the chat*

[@alicestanis1246]

Great Tips Simon and Martina everytime I watch your videos I'm always hungry afterwards, If I ever get to go to Japan some day I'll know what great places to visit because of ya videos love ya shirt and Hair Martina you look fab 🤗✌💖

[@schong808]

Love these Japan tip videos. More please, thank you!

[@Culturereau]

When I went to study abroad in Seoul two years ago, your videos were like my Bible for food to try. I hope to go to Japan one day too and use your videos again as a guide!