Chinese Cuisine
中華料理
Discover Chinese cuisine adapted to Japanese taste: softened flavors, impeccable service and family-friendly prices. From crispy gyoza to chanpon noodles, a unique culinary fusion.
Chinese Cuisine in Japan
Chinese cuisine chains in Japan offer a unique experience: authentic Chinese flavors are adapted to the Japanese palate, creating a culinary fusion accessible to everyone.
Less spicy than the original Chinese version, but retaining all its aromatic richness, this cuisine represents the Japanese art of cultural adaptation.
Japanese Adaptation of Chinese Cuisine
Japanese Taste
Adapted to Japanese palate: less spicy, milder flavors
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Japanese Service
Japanese-style service: hospitality and cleanliness
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Affordable Prices
Family-friendly prices making cuisine accessible to all
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Local Ingredients
Use of fresh, local Japanese ingredients
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Family Atmosphere
Restaurants designed for Japanese families
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Speed
Fast service adapted to Japanese lifestyle pace
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Must-Try Chinese Cuisine Dishes
Gyoza
餃子
Chinese dumplings fried or steamed, pork and vegetable filling
Fried Rice
チャーハン
Chinese-style fried rice with egg, vegetables and meat
Yakimeshi
焼きめし
Japanese-style fried rice, slightly different from Chinese fried rice
Sweet & Sour Pork
酢豚
Fried pork in sweet and sour sauce with colorful vegetables
Chanpon
ちゃんぽん
Noodles in milky broth with seafood and vegetables
Mapo Tofu
麻婆豆腐
Tofu in spicy sauce with minced pork and miso
Char Siu
チャーシュー
Glazed grilled pork, Cantonese specialty
Major Chinese Cuisine Chains
Bamiyan
バーミヤン
Family restaurant
Popular Chinese cuisine chain offering affordable family dishes in a casual atmosphere.
Specialties:
Gyoza, Fried Rice, Sweet & Sour Pork, Chinese Ramen
Unique Features:
Generous portions, Family prices, Drink bar
Hidakaya
日高屋
Casual popular
Popular gyoza & ramen - Accessible Chinese cuisine since 1979. Specialist in crispy gyoza and ultra-competitive prices.
Specialties:
Gyoza, Ramen, Fried Rice, Tantanmen
Unique Features:
Ultra-competitive prices, Signature gyoza, Fast service
Ohsho (Gyoza no Ohsho)
餃子の王将
Traditional restaurant
Gyoza specialist and authentic Chinese cuisine, very popular for its homemade gyoza.
Specialties:
Gyoza, Fried Rice, Ramen, Char Siu
Unique Features:
Homemade gyoza, Wok cooking, Authentic
Osaka Ohsho
大阪王将
Casual family
Popular Chinese cuisine chain from Osaka, renowned for its crispy gyoza and generous dishes.
Specialties:
Gyoza, Yakimeshi, Ramen, Ebi Chili
Unique Features:
Osaka-style gyoza, Signature yakimeshi, Generous portions
Ringer Hut
リンガーハット
Fast-casual
Chain specializing in chanpon and sara-udon noodles, originally from Nagasaki.
Specialties:
Chanpon, Sara-udon, Gyoza, Fried Rice
Unique Features:
Authentic chanpon, Fresh vegetables, Fast
How to Order at a Chinese Restaurant
1. Choose Appetizer
- • Gyoza = safe choice
- • 6-8 pieces per person
- • Steamed or grilled
2. Main Dish
- • Fried rice = familiar
- • Sweet & sour = popular
- • Chanpon = unique
3. Drinks
- • Drink bar popular
- • Traditional oolong tea
- • Chinese beer available
4. Desserts
- • Sesame balls popular
- • Almond tofu refreshing
- • Ice cream sometimes
Useful Phrases
Gyōza kudasai ギョーザください
Gyoza, please
Chāhan wa arimasu ka? チャーハンはありますか？
Do you have fried rice?
Amaku nai desu ka? 甘くないですか？
Is it not sweet?
Karai desu ka? 辛いですか？
Is it spicy?
Tips for Chinese Cuisine in Japan
Less Spicy
Chinese cuisine in Japan is adapted to the Japanese palate: less spicy and milder than the original Chinese version.
Family-Friendly
These restaurants are designed for families: generous portions, affordable prices and casual atmosphere.
Start with Gyoza
Gyoza are an excellent entry point: delicious, inexpensive and loved by all. Perfect for beginners!
Economical Sets
Most chains offer sets combining main dish + gyoza + rice, more economical.
Drink Bar
Many Chinese restaurants offer an all-you-can-drink bar. Excellent value for families.
Fast Service
Service is generally fast, ideal for a meal with friends or family without long waits.