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According to a survey by the Ministry of Agriculture, the number of Japanese restaurants outside Japan increased more than threefold over the past decade to around 187,000 in 2023 as the country's eatery chains expanded worldwide.

The number increased by around 20 per cent from the previous survey in 2021, with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries attributing some of the growth to increased interest from anime fans in Central and South America. By region, Asia and Europe saw gains of around 20 per cent from 2021 to 122,000 and 16,400, respectively, driving expectations for growth in Japan's agriculture and seafood exports as its food culture continues to spread.

The countries with the most Japanese restaurants outside Japan are:
  1. China (78,760)
  2. United States (26,040)
  3. South Korea (18,210)

Major players in the Japanese food service industry have taken advantage of opportunities to expand abroad, with Royal Holdings Co. now operating a total of over 30 Tendon Tenya outlets in four Asian countries as well as Hong Kong after opening its first store in Thailand in 2013. The chain features the popular tempura dish that is known for its light batter and sweet and savory sauce. In Thailand, the chain offers dishes fused with local flavors and ingredients such as holy basil sauce and catfish to cater to local taste buds. Eateries located in dining areas of department stores are thriving, with many people also using the opportunity to learn about Japanese-style store operations by taking jobs in such restaurants, according to a company official.
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english.kyodonews.net

No. of Japanese restaurants abroad triples in last decade to 187,000

The number of Japanese restaurants outside Japan increased more than threefold over the past decade to around 187,000 in 2023 as the country's eatery chains expanded worldwide, a recent survey by the farm ministry showed.
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Japanese food self-sufficiency is around 40%, which is potentially dangerous in a highly unstable world. Perhaps the Ministry of Agriculture can focus on addressing this problem rather than counting Japanese restaurants abroad.
 
Lothor said:
Japanese food self-sufficiency is around 40%, which is potentially dangerous in a highly unstable world. Perhaps the Ministry of Agriculture can focus on addressing this problem rather than counting Japanese restaurants abroad.
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Given Japan's declining population, time's on our side. :LOL:
 
Hiroyuki Nagashima said:
When it is only the Japanese foods of the imitation as the most of the overseas Japanese restaurant are a Chinese or Koreans, I hear it.
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Which is basically no problem. How many Italian or French restaurants in Japan are run by Italians or French? :LOL:
 
Hiroyuki Nagashima said:
When it is only the Japanese foods of the imitation as the most of the overseas Japanese restaurant are a Chinese or Koreans, I hear it.
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Yes, that's true. That's exactly what I was thinking when I read the article.

thomas said:
Which is basically no problem. How many Italian or French restaurants in Japan are run by Italians or French? :LOL:
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Somehow I don't think it's the same. I feel like most Italian / French restaurants in Japan at least make a real attempt to learn the cuisine and make good tasting food. Come here to Detroit sometime and I'll take you on a sushi restaurant tour and you can let me know what you think.
 
It's true that the number of Japanese restaurants here in Brussels has soared in the last 15 years or so. There are now over 150 Japanese restaurants in the greater Brussels area, which is about the triple the number of 15 years ago. And only about 30 of them are run by Japanese people.

The biggest increase was for ramen restaurants which passed from only one to 25 restaurants. I think there was a "Naruto effect".
 
Wow, that's incredible news about the surge in Japanese restaurants in Brussels! It's awesome to see the diverse culinary scene evolving. The rise in ramen spots is especially exciting – must be that "Naruto effect" in action! If anyone's looking for a great Japanese dining experience, maybe try checking out a few of those new spots. Can't wait to explore and find the next favorite restaurant near me!
 
Check out this new fancy Japanese restaurant in my area. Looks great and I want to try it out but...

This one skewer of tsukune is Y1600. 🤯

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One piece of salmon nigiri is Y1200. 😿
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etc.
 
Mikawa Ossan said:
Wow, miso-shiru is $9, and nikujaga is $24! Makes me glad I know how to cook these things on my own.
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But you don't know how to cook those things like Iron Chef Matsumoto would have done it!
 
mdchachi said:
But you don't know how to cook those things like Iron Chef Matsumoto would have done it!
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I'll grant you that. But I'll pass, just the same. My wife likes my cooking, so it's in my best interest not to do anything to change that (like by eating cooking by someone clearly superior to myself.) LOL
 
Would part of the cost be that sourcing these things in Detroit would be challenge?

That said, it kind of makes your eyes bleed...

And the miso-shiru. I once ordered at a japanese restaurant in chicago, and they brought the soup separately, like it was an hors d'oeuvre that came before the meal. I let it sit, and they offered to bring me a warm one when the entree came.
 
johnnyG said:
Would part of the cost be that sourcing these things in Detroit would be challenge?
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Sure that's part of it. They probably fly in fresh uni. But maguro is not hard to get since it's frozen.
But yeah I might go there for an anniversary dinner or something but maybe once will be enough.
 
We know where these come from, at least.

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This news about the surge in Japanese restaurants abroad is fascinating, isn't it? As someone who loves exploring different cuisines, hearing about this increase brings a smile to my face. It's incredible to see how Japan's food culture is gaining momentum globally.
 

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