【TV show】Authentic and Approved! Real International Cuisine in Japan!
Discover Japan's best foreign restaurants serving authentic Indian, Peruvian, and Thai cuisine. Some even surpass their home country's flavors!
As more foreign visitors arrive in Japan, many are amazed by the quality of international cuisine available. Some even claim that Japanese versions of their homeland's dishes taste better than the originals. (For real?😅
In this exploration, they visited renowned restaurants serving authentic foreign cuisine across Japan. From Indian curries prepared by native chefs to Peruvian ceviche and Thai street food, these spots deliver a truly global dining experience. Some restaurants are even officially recognized by their home countries' governments.
What makes these places special? A commitment to authenticity, sourcing ingredients from their respective countries, and meticulous attention to detail—right down to interior decor and even using traditional transportation like tuk-tuks.
Through this journey, they uncover how these restaurants recreate the taste of home while winning the hearts of both locals and travelers alike.
Featured Restaurant List
Indian Restaurant
A long-established Indian restaurant in Tokyo, run by native Indian chefs, offers authentic flavors that even Indian visitors praise. Signature dishes include a variety of curries, freshly baked naan, and biryani—a globally recognized spiced rice dish. The restaurant is so authentic that it even provides catering for the nearby Indian Embassy. It is introduced around the 2:30 minute mark on YouTube.
Peruvian Restaurant
A Peruvian restaurant in Gotanda serves traditional dishes such as ceviche, a seafood dish marinated in citrus, and lomo saltado, a stir-fried beef and potato dish with influences from Chinese cuisine. Peru, known as a global culinary hotspot, is home to dishes that resonate well with Japanese tastes. The restaurant owner, originally from South America, brings a deep understanding of Peruvian flavors, attracting not only locals but also Peruvian expats. It is introduced around the 7:38 minute mark on YouTube.
Thai Restaurant
Located near Tokyo Tower, this Thai street food restaurant is known for its authenticity, with ingredients imported directly from Thailand. Popular dishes include gapao rice, khao man gai (Hainanese-style chicken rice), and pad thai. The owner, a Japanese Thai food enthusiast, visits Thailand multiple times a year to refine the recipes. The restaurant’s atmosphere, complete with Thai decor and even a tuk-tuk, transports diners to the streets of Bangkok. It has even been featured on Thailand’s national TV as a certified Thai restaurant abroad. It is introduced around the 14:47 minute mark on YouTube.
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