Yakitori

/jɑkɪˈtɔri/
noun

Yakitori is a Japanese dish of grilled chicken skewers, often served with sauce or seasoning.

I ordered yakitori as an appetizer at the Japanese restaurant.
Visual representation of "yakitori" - Yakitori is a Japanese dish of grilled chicken skewers, often served with sauce or seasoning.

Often appears as...

  • grilled skewers
  • Japanese izakaya

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Japanese cuisine, grilled food, skewered meat

noun

Yakitori is a Japanese dish of grilled chicken skewers, often served with sauce or seasoning.

I ordered yakitori as an appetizer at the Japanese restaurant.
Visual representation of "yakitori" - Yakitori is a Japanese dish of grilled chicken skewers, often served with sauce or seasoning.

Often appears as...

  • grilled skewers
  • Japanese izakaya

Usage tips

Neutral

Japanese cuisine, grilled food, skewered meat

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Cultural Significance

In Japan, yakitori is not just food; it's a part of social gatherings.

At festivals, you often see stalls serving yakitori.
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Dining Experience

Yakitori is served in a casual setting, often alongside drinks.

It's common to enjoy yakitori with friends after a long day.
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Varieties and Styles

There are numerous styles of yakitori, including different cuts of chicken and marinades.

Each region in Japan may have its unique take on yakitori.
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Cultural Significance

In Japan, yakitori is not just food; it's a part of social gatherings.

At festivals, you often see stalls serving yakitori.
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Dining Experience

Yakitori is served in a casual setting, often alongside drinks.

It's common to enjoy yakitori with friends after a long day.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Varieties and Styles

There are numerous styles of yakitori, including different cuts of chicken and marinades.

Each region in Japan may have its unique take on yakitori.
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Cultural Significance

In Japan, yakitori is not just food; it's a part of social gatherings.

At festivals, you often see stalls serving yakitori.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Dining Experience

Yakitori is served in a casual setting, often alongside drinks.

It's common to enjoy yakitori with friends after a long day.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Varieties and Styles

There are numerous styles of yakitori, including different cuts of chicken and marinades.

Each region in Japan may have its unique take on yakitori.
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