
Tokyo Comfort Food at Its Best: Classic Omurice at Kurofunetei in Ueno
Western cuisine was introduced to Japan in the mid-19th century and gradually adapted to suit local tastes, giving rise to yōshoku—a uniquely Japanese genre of Western-inspired dishes. Among these, omurice, a comforting blend of omelet and ketchup-flavored rice, remains one of the most beloved staples. At “Yoshoku Kurofunetei,” a long-established restaurant in Ueno, Tokyo, you can enjoy a classic omurice…