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Teppanyaki

Derived from the words teppan, meaning iron plate, and yaku, which means to grill, teppanyaki is a type of Japanese cuisine that uses an iron griddle to cook various meats, seafood, vegetables, and noodles eaten with various dipping sauces. Teppanyaki restaurants can range from ones that serve Kobe beef steaks to okonomiyaki (pan-fried batter cakes).

Teppanyaki restaurants in Japan are usually different from those you may find abroad.

Outside of Japan, teppanyaki-style restaurants often emphasize the theatrical performances by the chef as he or she cooks a meal for guests. However, the best part about teppanyaki-style dining in Japan is simply being able to cook your own meal with friends and family, whether this is at a restaurant or at home with a portable flat iron grill.

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