Question
What's the first "must-try Japanese dish" to order at an izakaya?
Answers
by Arimi, Transportation Specialist
Answered on October 3, 2025
At a Japanese izakaya, the go-to first order is definitely draft beer and edamame. Both come out quickly, and it's super common—whether you're young or older—to sip on your beer and snack on edamame while deciding what to order next.
I do this all the time myself!
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