Tag: karaage

Monkatsu
23/03/2026

Monkatsu

I have a particular weakness for deep fried food.  When I was living in Japan, I found that sushi and sashimi was only the tip of the Japanese food hierarchy.  Now I laugh when people mention that they want to eat Japanese food – on …

eating, England, London, review
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by Chris
Sushioen
24/09/2020

Sushioen

In my tireless search for some decent Japanese food at an affordable price In London, I am typically disappointed.  Perhaps it is a problem of a disconnect between hope and reality.  Such a problem seems to often plague my life. Then again, maybe it is …

eating, England, London, review
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by Chris
Uoichi
03/10/2019

Uoichi

London seems to have a dearth of casual Japanese eateries. Whereas in Japan, there would be one on almost every corner, here that niche seems to be filled by the kebab shop.  I have nothing against kebab shops but a generic fry up just seem …

eating, England, London, review
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by Chris
Jugemu
26/09/2019

Jugemu

There was an interesting dynamic at play while I was eating this meal. I wouldn’t know if I would finish. It seemed that the lone chef of this establishment was looking for a fight. Jugemu is a small Japanese izakaya in the middle of bustling …

eating, England, Japan, London
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by Chris
Ippudo
22/08/2019

Ippudo

I am reminded of a particularly disgusting thing that dogs do sometimes.  Perhaps you have been privileged enough to witness this.  If not, let me enlighten you. If they eat something which isn’t that nice, they throw up.  Feeling better, they then go on their …

eating, England, London, review
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by Chris