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BENTO YA: Munich’s Cozy Japanese Izakaya That Delivers on Flavor and Value

7 Comments / November 8, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Munich, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Seafood, Spicy, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Located in Munich’s city center, BENTO YA is a Japanese izakaya that feels like cozy back-alley spot in Tokyo. Warm lighting, wooden décor, and soft noren (暖簾) curtains with traditional Japanese drawings set a relaxed dining vibe. The real magic here is the incredible value – the unassuming bento boxes, almost legendary for their quality […]

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Restaurant IROHA: Authentic Japanese Flavors and Washoku Seduction in Frankfurt

20 Comments / August 23, 2025 / Deep-Fry, Fish, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Sushi, Sweet(-ish)

After a week of drizzly skies, Frankfurt is heating up again—and so is our craving for Japanese cuisine. Maybe you’re feeling the same way? When the weather shifts, nothing beats the fresh, delicate flavors of Japan: sunshine outside, sushi on the mind. Today’s restaurant, IROHA, sits conveniently at Willy-Brandt-Platz. On days when I want to

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Cool Bites, Warm Spirits: Sipping and Snacking at J’epoca SAKAbar

21 Comments / July 12, 2025 / Beef, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Seafood, Steak, Stewed/Braised, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Summer is relentless. The sun blazes, the air sticks, and even the thought of stepping outside feels like a workout. So what could possibly lure me out of my cool sanctuary? The first thing that comes to my mind: the delicate, raw, chilled, and modestly portioned Japanese cuisine. And my appetite drifts to J’epoca SAKAbar, a

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Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai: 50 Years of Japanese Ramen Mastery (Now in Europe!)

9 Comments / May 31, 2025 / Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Today we’d like to talk about Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai, a newly opened Japanese ramen eatery. With over 50 years of history in Japan and 67 locations across its homeland, Ban Nai has finally brought its iconic flavors to Europe, opening its first outpost in Frankfurt in 2025. Restaurant Profile 🏷️ Name of the Restaurant: Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai

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Sorihashiya: Frankfurt’s Ramen Revolution

Leave a Comment / December 21, 2024 / Dumplings, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Soup, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Vegetables

Today, we’re absolutely thrilled to introduce you to Sorihashiya, a relatively new ramen place that has quickly captured the hearts (and stomachs) of Frankfurt’s Japanese food lovers. Located in a cozy, compact space, the restaurant Sorihashiya is often bustling, so it’s important to reserve in advance. With two-person, four-person, and even larger communal tables that

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Kushiya Ichikawa: A Japanese Izakaya Experience You Can’t Miss!

Leave a Comment / November 23, 2024 / Barbecue, Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Dessert, Fish, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Offal, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Spicy, Stewed/Braised, Stir-fry/Sauté, Sushi, Sweet(-ish), Tofu, Vegetables

Today, we’re really excited to take you to one of the most authentic Japanese restaurants in Frankfurt, highly recommended by a trusted friend. This place has received so much praise that we were told – if you’re running a food blog focusing on authentic Asian cuisine and you don’t include this place, well, let’s just

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Nana’s Ramen: A Taste of Japanese Ramen Artistry in Frankfurt

Leave a Comment / July 20, 2024 / Deep-Fry, Dumplings, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Noodles, Pork, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Soup, Sweet(-ish), Vegetables

Welcome to another food adventure in Frankfurt. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce you to a relatively new spot – an authentic Japanese ramen place that’s won our hearts right from the start. We first discovered this cozy eatery just weeks after it opened. Back then, the menu was modest, with only three ramen soup bases.

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The Beloved Donburi – An Invite to the Deep Flavor Secrets of Japan

2 Comments / January 14, 2024 / Beef, Chicken, Deep-Fry, Frankfurt, Japanese Food, Mild and Soothing, Pork, Rice Bowl/Dish, Roasted/Grilled, Seafood, Tofu

“No rice, no life!” – a popular saying in Japan that shows its deep-rooted sentiment for rice in its culinary culture. Sushi is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But Donburi (also known as “Don”), where rice plays a crucial role, is no less a beloved dish and placed at the heart of

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