Kamameshi (釜飯): What It Is, Ingredients & Origin
Kamameshi (釜飯) is a Japanese food classified as takikomi gohan.
| Name in Japanese | 釜飯 |
|---|---|
| Type | takikomi gohan |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
We are working to carry Japanese craft and everyday culture beyond Japan, by building Japan Towns with local partners. Read the plan, or tell us if it resonates.
Read the Japan Town plan →Ordering and asking about it in Japan
- Showing the Japanese name (釜飯) on your phone is the easiest way to ask for it.
- Recipes and ingredients vary by region, shop and household. If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, always confirm the ingredients with the shop before eating.
Similar Japanese foods
- igai meshi (いがい飯)
- Kashiwameshi (かしわめし)
Source: Wikidata (CC0). Compiled by this website.