2025

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Royal Host

Japan is home to a fascinating array of food chains, and Royal Host stands out as a beloved institution that has carved its niche as a quintessential “family restaurant,” or *famiresu*.


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Yatai: Japan’s Vibrant Food Truck Tradition

Yatai, Japan’s traditional food stalls, offer a unique and nostalgic dining experience steeped in history. These small two-wheel carts are designed to be pushed by a single person through the streets to their designated spots, where an intricate process of unpacking them begins, transforming them into shops sometimes quadruple the size of the cart itself.