8 Must-Try Foods in Asakusa
Asakusa, a neighborhood to the east of Tokyo, is noteworthy for its retro, traditional atmosphere. Besides enjoying the rich cultural history in Japan’s bustling capital, there's also a variety of local delicacies you can find in the old downtown. This article will guide you to a list of eight mouth-watering delights you can find here!
By Trip1015. Sukiyaki - tuck into a delish meal of simmered tender meat with healthy vegetables the Japanese hotpot style
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Developed during the Meiji era, sukiyaki is a Japanese hot-pot style dish, typically with meat and vegetables simmered in a broth. It is commonly found at Japanese year-end parties (bōnenkai) during winter. However, regardless of when you visit Asakusa, you will be able to find restaurants serving this classic winter dish now. It is similar to shabu shabu although it is considered sweeter than the former.
There is the ancient Yonekyuuhonten (米久本店) restaurant which has been serving this heartwarming dish since 1886 in the heart of Asakusa which you have to try. Fresh local ingredients are used in preparing the famous sukiyaki here, and you will be able to soak in the nostalgic ambience in the restaurant’s traditional Japanese decor as you dine at Yonekyuuhonten.
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