An expression meaning “Thank you for the meal”

Never have so many worked to feed just two. Amazing how many restaurants you can visit in just 3 weeks. Many with unique offerings.

• Sushi/Sashimi: Sushi is vinegared rice with various toppings, while sashimi is just raw fish.
• Ramen: Wheat noodles served in a meat, fish, or soy-based broth.
• Udon/Soba: Thick wheat noodles (udon) or thin buckwheat noodles (soba) served hot or cold.
• Onigiri: Rice balls with fillings, often wrapped in seaweed.
• Gyudon: A beef bowl, featuring simmered beef on rice.
• Kare-Raisu: Japanese curry served over rice.
• Yakisoba: Stir-fried noodles with a sweet-savory sauce. 

Fried & Grilled Dishes

• Tempura: Seafood and vegetables deep-fried in a light batter.
• Yakitori: Grilled chicken and vegetables on skewers.
• Tonkatsu: A breaded, deep-fried pork cutlet.
• Karaage: Japanese-style fried chicken.
• Yakiniku: Grilled meat, often cooked at the table. 

Hot Pots & Stews

• Shabu-Shabu/Sukiyaki: Hot pot dishes featuring thinly sliced meat and vegetables.
• Nabe: A general term for hot pot dishes.
• Nikujaga: A hearty meat and potato stew. 

Small Dishes & Snacks

• Miso Soup: A staple soup with tofu and seaweed.
• Gyoza: Pan-fried dumplings filled with meat and vegetables.
• Takoyaki: Ball-shaped snacks filled with octopus.
• Okonomiyaki: Savory pancakes with various mix-ins.
• Edamame: Steamed, salted soybeans in the pod. 

Formal & Set Meals

• Kaiseki Ryori: An elegant, multi-course meal emphasizing seasonality and presentation.
• Teishoku: A set meal that typically includes a main dish, rice, soup, and pickles. 

Sweets

• Wagashi: Traditional Japanese sweets, often made with bean paste and fruit.
• Mochi

Too many to include but here is a sample:

Even considering all the Japanese alternatives, Tokyo has one of the most Michelin starred awards outside France.

Perhaps remnant of the preference of a well regarded emperor who had an affinity for all things French – including wine.

So a last look at one we visited when we looked for a much needed change.

Still only 6–7 settings with one chef supported by one sous chef/waiter.