Okonomiyaki
in Tokyo
A savory Japanese pancake layered with cabbage, batter, and fillings like pork, seafood, or cheese, then finished with sweet-savory sauce, mayo, bonito flakes, and aonori (seaweed powder). Tokyo has its own griddled style, but travelers will also find Osaka- and Hiroshima-style versions across the city.
Did you know?
Okonomiyaki means roughly 'grilled as you like it,' a nod to how flexible the fillings and toppings can be.
Where to Find It
1 place to try Okonomiyaki in Tokyo
Sometaro
$$$$Asakusa
A long-running, atmospheric okonomiyaki spot where diners cook savory pancakes on tabletop griddles in an old Tokyo setting.
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