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Food and Drink in Japan

Japan is well known for its Sushi and what better place to try it than in its birthplace. However, Japanese cuisine is more than just raw fish. The best restaurants to sample traditional Japanese food are kaiseki restaurants where the setting and atmosphere in which the food is eaten is just as important as how the food tastes and how well it looks on the plate. These restaurants are often found in beautiful settings such as scenic mountain tops and in luscious gardens. Each area of Japan has its own delicacies and specialities and the Japanese often make large trips across the country to sample the regional dishes.

However, if you're looking to sample the best of Japanese culinary delights you can't go wrong with Kyoto. Kyoto is seen as the centre of art, culture and cuisine in Japan. Kaiseki restaurants, also known as kyo-ryori in Kyoto, offer the best dining experience. In these restaurants, traditional Japanese food is served, artfully prepared with freshly picked, seasonal vegetables and fish as well other meats, cheeses, pickles, rice and noodles. The menu varies depending on the time of year. Kyoto cuisine is renowned throughout Japan for its delicate and subtle flavours, and although each area of the country has its own styles and recipe, the influence of Kyoto is widespread. Besides traditional Japanese restaurants, Japan also has a wide range of restaurants offering international cuisine, from French to Russian.