Bubble tea, lu rou fan & xiao long bao โ Taiwanese dining in Tokyo, Osaka & Yokohama.
Taiwanese cuisine is booming in Japan โ bubble tea shops on every corner and growing numbers of authentic Taiwanese restaurants in Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, and Yokohama Chinatown.
Ikebukuro's "Little Taipei" area and Yokohama Chinatown (Chukagai) are must-visits. Night market events in summer feature Taiwanese street food.
Taiwanese cuisine is booming in Japan โ bubble tea shops on every corner and growing numbers of authentic Taiwanese restaurants in Ikebukuro, Shinjuku, and Yokohama Chinatown.
Community tip: Most Indian restaurants in Japan serve "Indian-Japanese" adapted menus with spice levels adjusted for Japanese palates. Ask specifically for "Indian spice level" if you want it authentic. Many chefs are happy to oblige!
Cooking at home is essential for budget management. These stores stock Indian spices, lentils, rice, and snacks across Japan.
