Kosher
Permissible under Jewish law — strictly kosher dining is rare; plan ahead.
Kosher in Tokyo
Strictly kosher dining is limited in Japan. Tokyo's Chabad house is the main reliable source of kosher meals and products, and some travellers rely on vegan or pescatarian options (fish with fins and scales) plus sealed certified items. If you keep strict kosher, plan ahead and contact venues directly.
What to watch for in Japan
- Shellfish, eel and squid are not kosher
- Meat must be certified; assume restaurant meat is not
- Mixing meat and dairy
Useful phrases
私はコーシャの食事を守っています。
Watashi wa kōsha no shokuji o mamotte imasu.
I keep kosher.