Although sometimes the food doesn't look very appetizing, Japan's extravagant dishes are among the best that any palate can have the opportunity to taste.
Beyond Western excitement over foods like "California rolls," which are sometimes called sushi, Japanese cuisine is much more diverse than it appears.
However, there are some foods that, just by thinking about trying them, can cause nausea or tears in Western cultures.
In Japan, whale and dolphin meat are still consumed and are an important part of the Japanese economy. There are also exotic ice cream flavors like wasabi, a fruit with a taste that combines mustard, mint, and spicy radish, as well as calamari and even horse meat.
The Japanese also have a dish made from fermented beans called nattu. This dish has a strong flavor and is viscous and sticky, so enjoying it is an acquired taste.
It’s worth noting that the Japanese love fresh food, which is why it’s not surprising that they consume small live fish called shirouo.
The Japanese are always adventurous with their dishes, and that’s why the world so highly appreciates their cuisine.
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