Don’t Bring These Restricted Items to Japan
Q. What should I eat when visiting Japan?
We at Japan Centre live and breathe Japanese cuisine, so we compiled a list of our top 30 recommendations for Japanese foods that everybody needs to try.
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- Sushi. Sushi is one of the first foods that spring to mind when we think about Japanese cuisine.
- Udon.
- Tofu.
- Tempura.
- Yakitori.
- Sashimi.
- Ramen.
- Donburi.
Q. Can you take food to go in Japan?
No Outside Food or Drinks Allowed (Some Exceptions) This “no outside food or drinks allowed” rule could surprise visitors, especially those from other Asian countries.
- Certain fresh fruits or vegetables & soil.
- Certain types of ham, sausage & bacon.
- Items made from CITES-listed species.
- Illegal drugs.
- Weapons such as guns & explosives.
- Fake products.
- Uncensored adult videos or books & child pornography.
- Counterfeit money & credit cards.
Q. Are kimonos still worn in Japan?
Is the Kimono still popular in Japan? Today, the Kimono is mostly worn on special occasions like weddings, festivals and funerals. Tourists can also rent a Kimono for the day and see the sights in true Japanese fashion. Today, Kimonos are most often worn by women, and on special occasions.
Q. Why did Japanese people stop wearing kimonos?
People would keep their kimonos and pass them down to the family. Eventually, however, the complexity of kimono-wearing and the cumbersome sandals they required became a hindrance. The kimono fell out of fashion during the Meiji Period (1868-1912), when the government encouraged people to adopt Western clothing styles.
Q. What do Japanese people wear daily?
Today, Japanese people don’t typically wear traditional clothing in daily life. Instead, kimono or yukata are often reserved for ceremonies or special events.
