What are the most representative dishes in Japanese cuisine?

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Hey, when it comes to Japanese cuisine, there's so much delicious food, but if we're talking about the most representative dishes, the kind that makes everyone go "Oh!" when mentioned, I think it's mainly these few:

1. Sushi and Sashimi These two are absolutely the face of Japanese cuisine. Many people confuse them, but it's actually simple: Sushi is "vinegared rice" paired with various ingredients (like fish, seafood, vegetables), while Sashimi is simply slices of fresh raw fish, eaten with soy sauce and wasabi, allowing you to savor the ultimate freshness of the ingredients themselves.

2. Ramen This isn't the instant noodles we often refer to. Japanese ramen is a profound art, and its soul lies in the broth. There's rich, milky pork bone broth (Tonkotsu), savory soy sauce broth (Shoyu), uniquely flavored miso broth, and more. Paired with chewy noodles, large slices of chashu pork, and a soft-boiled egg with a runny yolk, one bowl brings immense satisfaction. Each region's ramen also has its own distinct characteristics.

3. Tempura This can be understood as "high-class Japanese fried food." It involves deep-frying shrimp, fish, or vegetables like eggplant and pumpkin, coated in a very light batter. The goal is a crispy exterior while keeping the ingredients inside fresh, tender, and juicy. It's not greasy at all, and dipping it in a special daikon radish sauce makes for a wonderful texture.

4. Yakitori This one is easy to understand; it's Japanese grilled skewers, primarily grilled chicken skewers. From chicken thigh to chicken wings, and even gizzards, hearts, and skin, various parts of the chicken can be grilled. There are generally two flavors: "Shio" (salt), which emphasizes the original taste, and "Tare" (sauce), which is brushed with a sweet and savory sauce for a richer flavor. Going to an izakaya in the evening, ordering a few yakitori skewers with a beer, creates a fantastic atmosphere.

5. Unagi Don (Grilled Eel over Rice) This is also a classic delicacy. Plump eel is prepared, brushed with a special sweet and savory sauce, and repeatedly grilled over charcoal until the fish becomes tender and the skin slightly charred. It's then laid over steaming hot rice. The rich sauce permeates every grain of rice, truly a treat for the taste buds.

6. Sukiyaki If you enjoy hot pot, you might like this; it's a sweet-savory beef hot pot. In a shallow iron pot, green onions and beef slices are seared in beef fat, then a broth made with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin is added. Tofu, mushrooms, napa cabbage, and other ingredients are then cooked together. The most authentic way to eat the cooked beef slices is to dip them in a beaten raw egg, which gives them an incredibly smooth texture.

Of course, there are also dishes like Udon noodles, Soba noodles, and Katsudon (pork cutlet bowl), which are also very common and popular. But if you want a quick introduction and to experience the charm of Japanese cuisine, starting with these options will definitely not disappoint.