Shabu-shabu, a dish made with thinly sliced beef or pork that is cooked in a hot pot, is a popular Japanese dish that is often served with various dipping sauces.

The Japanese serow is a goat-antelope native to Japan's mountainous regions, and is considered a national treasure in Japan.

Japanese food is known for its use of umami, a savory taste that is often described as the fifth taste.