Tokyo 2020 Celebration at Japan Centre
The Tokyo 2020 Games were a manifestation of unity during the COVID-19 pandemic. At Japan Centre, we celebrated the memorable event in London, welcoming everyone to take part in our stores to watch the games with authentic Japanese food and refreshments including fresh handmade sushi, bento, chicken katsu curries and ramen.
Japan Centre Ichiba, Westfield London
At Japan Centre Ichiba, people were able to experience the global sporting event in Europe's largest Japanese food hall. Meanwhile the customers can pick up the grocery essentials, fresh sushi, snacks and Japanese beer and cheers to the team they support.
Japan Centre Leicester Square
Located in Leicester Square, people can enjoy watching all the action in our flagship store during Tokyo 2020, surrounded by all things Japanese including ice cream mochi from our own dedicated Mochi Bar upstairs. Immerse yourself into Japanese culture in Central London.
Exclusive Olympic Games Set Menu
We also launched Olympic Games Set Menu to celebrate the games in Tokyo with our limited edition Tokyo DIY Kit and experience a taste of Japan at home while watching all the action or cheer the team on with special set menus at Shoryu Ramen and Japan Centre. We do still have a wide range of [DIY kits](https://www.japancentre.com/en/categories/11348-diy-kits "DIY Kits") available that are as fun and delicious as the limited versions.
Japan Centre Tokyo DIY Kit
The limited edition Tokyo kits were designed specifically by our in-house Japanese chef, which was a perfect match to watch the games with.
• Sushi kit with fresh salmon, tuna and Japan grown rice
• Cookie kit to make chewy matcha & sakura cookies
• Sake flight to help you cheer your team!
• Amanoya rice crackers to go with your sake
Shoryu Ramen Games Set Menu
At Shoryu Ramen, everyone can cheer on the team they support and enjoy the limited Games Set Menu at the same time. The menu starts with Shoryu's famous pillowy Pumpkin or Pork Bun, followed by the signature Ganso Tonkotsu Ramen or Vegan White Natural Ramen. Finish off with 2 scoops of delicious ice cream. Visit [Shoryu Ramen](https://www.shoryuramen.com "Shoryu Ramen") and find out the latest menu today.
Japan Centre In-store Limited Menu
We also launched various special Games Meal Deals across all Japan Centre stores. From sushi or poke, drink to a choice of snack or hand made matcha/sakura cookie for less, customers can celebrate the memorable moments at Japan Centre with aunthetic Japanese dishes. Visit our stores for a pleasant Japanese shopping and dinning experience.
Discover Tokyo With Our Special Blogs
At the unique time in Japan’s history hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games discover more about Japan, sporting culture and history and food in these special blogs to commemorate the games.
Accessible Japan - Travelling to Japan with a Disability
Josh Grisdale has cerebral palsy and has been living in Tokyo for nearly a decade. He runs [Accessible Japan](https://www.accessible-japan.com/ "Accessible Japan") – a source of information on accessibility in Japan including general tips, hotel information, tourist attraction reviews and more. In this blog, he shows you how accessible Japan is.
Japan's Tastiest Sports Stadium Snacks
Take a tour of some of the sporting events taking place at the Olympics and the tasty snacks you may want to indulge in if you get a chance to visit one of Tokyo’s sports stadiums in this tasty read.
Eat Like an Athlete! How a Japanese Diet Can Improve Your Health
As competing athletes prepare their bodies and minds for intense competition, we take a look at how the Japanese diet and attitudes to food can help support your health and wellbeing.
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With karaage chicken by your side, you’ll never want to eat takeaway chicken again. Inspired by Chinese fried chicken recipes, karaage is a delicious izakaya or bento box favourite, comprised of crunchy, deep fried pieces of marinated chicken served with a liberal squeeze of lemon juice or a side pot of kewpie mayonnaise.
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Summer bento
Get into the summertime spirit with this fun and flavoursome Japanese summer bento recipe packed with delicious small Japanese dishes.
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Prawn tempura onigiri (Tenmusu)
These onigiri rice balls (or tenmusu) are stuffed with prawn tempura for a tasty umami flavour. A Nagoya speciality that is easy and fun to prepare.
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Hirata buns
Hirata buns are Japanese steamed buns filled with pork chashu, tempura, karaage, or other fillings. Make your own hirata buns with this easy recipe.
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Takoyaki octopus balls
This takoyaki recipe provides easy instructions for making Japanese octopus balls (dumplings) that are crispy on the outside and full of flavour.
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Katsudon rice bowl
Katsudon is a classic Japanese dish made up of a crumbed katsu cutlet, egg, and soy sauce seasoning served on rice. Make your own with this easy recipe.
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Seaweed salad
This Japanese seaweed salad combines savoury, refreshing, and spicy ingredients and seasonings for an exciting side dish everybody will want to eat.
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Okonomiyaki savoury pancake
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