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Japanese food is very popular in Malaysia right now. So you can find it everywhere – from Japanese restaurants in shopping malls to small stalls by the street. There are so many delicious Japanese foods to try, whether you are already a fan of Japanese food or you just want to try something new.🍣
In 2025, these Top 15 Japanese foods you must eat in Malaysia. So you’ll know what it tastes like and who will enjoy it the most!
Let’s start!
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1. Sushi & Sashimi 🍣🐟
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😋Who should try:
People who love seafood and light meals.
🥢What it is:
Sushi is small portions of rice mixed with vinegar, topped with fresh fish or seafood like salmon, unagi, or shrimp. Sometimes, it also comes with vegetables like cucumber or egg. Sashimi is just thin slices of fresh raw fish without rice. Both taste fresh and healthy – perfect match with lemon juice, soy sauce and wasabi.
✨Tip: If you’re new to raw fish, start with cooked options or try sushi rolls with cooked fillings.
2. Ramen🍜
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😋Who should try:
Anyone who wants a warm and hot noodles with rich flavour
🥢What is it:
Ramen is a bowl of springy noodles in hot soup made from meat or fish soup. The soup can be creamy (pork bone soup), salty, or rich with (miso-based). It usually comes with sliced pork (chashu), boiled eggs, seaweed, and a little bit of green onions.
✨Tip: In Japan, slurping your noodles is normal — it means you love your food so much!
3. Takoyaki🐙
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😋 Who should try:
People who enjoy tasty snacks or love the crispy octopus balls.
🥢What is it:
Takoyaki are small and round snacks made from a soft batter with pieces of octopus inside. They’re cooked in a special pan with round shapes until the outside is golden and crispy, while the inside stays soft. They’ll be topped with takoyaki sauce (sweet and salty), mayo, dried fish flakes (bonito), and seaweed powder- one of the popular street foods in Malaysia’s night market!
✨Tip: Best enjoyed with friends and families while exploring a night market.
4. Tempura🍤
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😋Who should try:
Anyone who loves light , crispy and delicious fried food
🥢What is it:
Seafood like shrimp coated in a thin batter and fried until golden and crispy, not really oily. Then you must dip it with a slightly sweet-salty sauce (tentsuyu) or mayonese.
✨Tip: Enjoy it with rice or as a tempura donburi for a movie night.
5. Okonomiyaki🥞
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😋Who should try:
Anyone who enjoys savoury pancakes.
🥢What is it:
A thick pancake made with cabbage, eggs, flour, and your choice of meat or seafood, cooked on a hot plate and topped with sweet-tangy sauce, mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and seaweed- very delicious when you eat until nonstop!
✨Tip: Try cooking it yourself at restaurants with table hot plates for a fun experience.
6. Tonkatsu (Non-halal)🐖
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😋Who should try:
Meat lovers who enjoy crispy yet juicy pork dishes.
🥢What is it:
A thick pork cutlet with breadcrumbs and deep-fried until golden and crisp outside, juicy inside. Served with shredded cabbage, tonkatsu sauce, it’s a comfort food favourite in Japan and Malaysia.
✨Tip: For curry lovers, try tonkatsu curry — served with Japanese curry and rice.
7. Udon🍲
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😋Who should try:
Anyone who loves savory, warm, and chewy noodles.
🥢What is it:
Chewy noodles served either in a hot soup and a bit of savoury. The hot soup is often made with soy sauce and fish stock, giving it a light yet flavourful taste. Common toppings include crispy tempura, fresh green onions, and fish cake- great to eat when raining day.
✨Tip: On a hot day, go for cold udon with dipping sauce — refreshing your whole day!
8. Onigiri🍙
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😋Who should try:
Perfect for busy people who want a quick but still want to taste rice with delicious fillings.
🥢What is it:
Onigiri are rice balls shaped into triangles, wrapped in seaweed, and filled with delicious ingredients like grilled salmon, tuna with mayo, or with Ebiko. In Malaysia, you can find them in convenience stores and Japanese restaurants.
✨Tip: Ideal for a grab-and-go snack when you’re in a rush or on the move.
9. Miso Soup🥣
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😋Who should try:
Great for anyone who wants a warm, light and healthy soup.
🥢What is it:
Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup made by mixing miso paste (fermented soybean paste) with dashi broth. It often includes soft tofu, seaweed, and chopped green onions.
✨Tip: Sip it slowly to warm your stomach before enjoying your main dish.
10. Yakitori🍢
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😋Who should try:
Perfect for anyone who enjoys grilled meat and smoky flavours
🥢What is it:
Yakitori are bite-sized pieces of grilled chicken. They can be seasoned simply with salt for a clean, savoury taste or brushed with a sweet-savory soy-based glaze called tare. This dish is popular in Japanese bars (izakayas) and is often enjoyed with drinks, making it a social and satisfying snack.
✨Tip: You can order a mix of cuts to explore the variety then you can find a personal favourite.
11. Kaiseki🍱
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😋Who should try:
Food lovers who enjoy traditional fine dining.
🥢What is it:
Kaiseki is an elegant Japanese meal with several small courses made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Each dish is beautifully presented, offering different flavours and textures.
✨Tip: Great for special occasions or a luxurious treat.
12. Chawanmushi🥚
😋Who should try:
Fans of who love smooth egg with savory
🥢What is it:
A silky steamed egg custard with ingredients like mushrooms, shrimp, chicken and fish cake. Light, savoury, and melts in your mouth.
✨Tip: Perfect if you want something unique instead of appetizers.
13. Gyoza🥟
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😋Who should try:
Dumpling lovers and who want to try something new.
🥢What is it:
Pork and veggie-filled dumplings, crispy on one side and steamed on the other, served with soy-vinegar-chili dipping sauce.
✨Tip: Pairs perfectly with ramen or rice dishes.
14. Donburi🍚
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😋Who should try:
Anyone who is a rice lover with a filling meal.
🥢What is it:
Steamed rice topped with options like beef (gyudon), chicken & egg (oyakodon), or tempura (tendon). Simple, tasty, and affordable.
✨Tip: A go-to choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
15. Matcha Desserts🍵
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😋 Who should try:
Matcha lovers and dessert lovers who prefer something sweet but balanced.
🥢 What is it:
Desserts made with green tea powder, offering a slight bitterness that pairs perfectly with sweetness. Popular options include matcha ice cream, cakes, puddings, and mochi.
✨Tip: Enjoy after a heavy meal for a light, refreshing finish.
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1. Pack It Well
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- Keep hot food warm with foil or thermal bags.
- For cold treats like ice cream or mochi, use ice packs in a bag or box.
- Add labels like “FRAGILE” if needed.
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Japanese food in Malaysia is rich in flavour and variety, from simple bites like onigiri to luxury meals like kaiseki. Don’t just stick to sushi—explore different dishes, share your favourites with friends and families!
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