Katsudon
Breaded pork cutlet simmered with egg over rice.
About Katsudon
A crisp tonkatsu cutlet is simmered briefly with onion and beaten egg in a sweet-savoury broth, then slid over a bowl of rice. It is a satisfying one-bowl meal, traditionally eaten before exams for luck.
✅ Before you go to Japan
Round out your trip — most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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