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Japanese curry rice with sauce and rice

Traditional

Japanese Curry

in Tokyo

A thick, gently spiced curry sauce served over rice, often with pork cutlet, beef, vegetables, or pickles. Tokyo curry shops make it a deeply personal lunch ritual.

Did you know?

Japanese curry was adapted from Western-style curry introduced through the British navy and became a home, school, and lunch-counter staple.

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Where to Find It

1 place to try Japanese Curry in Tokyo

Japanese curry rice with sauce and toppings

Curry Bondy

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Jimbocho

A Jimbocho curry landmark famous for rich, deeply flavored Japanese curry served with rice, cheese, and potatoes.

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