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Japanese food
389 dishes155 keto as served129 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Requires careful menu selection and explicit modification requests to avoid significant carb traps.

Top ingredients

Sashimi, grilled fish/meat (yakitori without tare, shioyaki), edamame, seaweed salads, shabu-shabu, and certain vegetables are excellent keto options.

Danger zones

Avoid sushi rice, ramen noodles, tempura, gyoza, breaded items, and beware of hidden sugars in teriyaki, ponzu, mirin-based sauces, and certain miso soups.

Best for

Best for experienced keto dieters who prioritize high-protein meals and are adept at navigating hidden sugars and starch-based dishes.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Japanese restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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52 matching dishes

Ika Maruyaki
Grilled Whole Squid (Shio Style)
A whole squid, usually seasoned with salt and grilled until tender, then sliced for serving.…
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2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein10 fat280 kcal
Konnyaku Steak
Pan-fried Konjac (Keto-Modified)
Konjac (konnyaku) is a root vegetable product with virtually no digestible carbs. When prepared 'steak-style,'…
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein12 fat150 kcal
Tori Wasa
Seared Chicken with Wasabi
Lightly seared chicken tenderloin or breast, typically served thinly sliced with fresh wasabi, a small amount …
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2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein20 fat350 kcal
A5 Wagyu Steak (Teppanyaki style)
A5 Wagyu Steak (Teppanyaki style, with keto vegetables)
Premium A5 grade Wagyu beef, grilled to perfection on a teppanyaki grill. Served simply with salt and pepper, …
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3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein90 fat1000 kcal
Aigamo Rosu
Seared Duck Breast
Pan-seared or roasted duck breast, often served sliced with a light sauce or seasoning.…
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3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
Awabi no Steak
Grilled Abalone (Teppanyaki/Robatayaki style)
Premium abalone quickly grilled, often with butter, sake, and a splash of soy sauce. A luxurious dish that is …
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3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein30 fat400 kcal
Buri Carpaccio (Keto Modified)
Yellowtail Carpaccio with Keto Dressing
Thinly sliced fresh yellowtail (buri) arranged carpaccio-style, usually drizzled with a light dressing and gar…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein20 fat380 kcal
Hamaguri Ushiojiru (Keto-Modified)
Clear Clam Soup (Keto-Modified)
A delicate clear soup featuring fresh clams (Hamaguri) in a savory dashi broth, seasoned with salt and soy sau…
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3 net4 total1 fibre20 protein5 fat150 kcal
Horenso Ohitashi (Keto-Modified)
Blanched Spinach with Keto Dashi-Soy Dressing
Fresh spinach blanched and served chilled, dressed with a light, savory dashi and sugar-free soy sauce dressin…
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3 net6 total3 fibre4 protein5 fat80 kcal
Kanpachi Carpaccio (Keto-Modified)
Thin-Sliced Amberjack with Keto Ponzu
Delicately thin slices of fresh amberjack (kanpachi) arranged beautifully and dressed with a savory, tangy, an…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein20 fat350 kcal
Maguro Tataki
Seared Ahi Tuna
Fresh ahi tuna, quickly seared on the outside to create a crust while leaving the inside rare. Typically slice…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein30 fat550 kcal
Mozuku Su (Keto-Modified)
Mozuku Seaweed in Keto Vinegar Dressing
Thin strands of Mozuku seaweed, known for its distinctive slippery texture and high fucoidan content, served c…
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3 net5 total2 fibre2 protein5 fat80 kcal
Savory Dashi Omelette (Keto-Modified)
Savory Japanese-style Dashi Omelette
A fluffy Japanese-style omelette, similar to Tamagoyaki but prepared without any sugar, infused with dashi bro…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein30 fat400 kcal
Suimono
Clear Dashi Soup
A light and elegant clear soup with a dashi base, seasoned subtly with salt and a hint of soy sauce, often con…
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3 net4 total1 fibre15 protein5 fat150 kcal
Uni no Niku Maki (Keto Modified)
Sea Urchin Wrapped in Seared Beef (Keto-Friendly)
A luxurious appetizer featuring delicate sea urchin (uni) wrapped in thinly sliced, lightly seared beef. This …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
柚子胡椒鶏焼き
Grilled Chicken with Yuzu Kosho
Tender chicken (typically thigh) grilled and seasoned generously with yuzu kosho, a fragrant and spicy Japanes…
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1 net2 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
マグロ頬肉焼き (ケト変更)
Grilled Tuna Cheek (Keto-Modified)
Tender tuna cheek grilled to perfection, often seasoned simply with salt and pepper or a light, sugar-free soy…
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1 net1 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
蛸の炭火焼き
Char-grilled Octopus
Tender octopus tentacles or body char-grilled over an open flame, offering a smoky flavor and a firm yet succu…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein10 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
湯葉揚げ
Deep-fried Tofu Skin (with Keto Dashi)
Fresh yuba (tofu skin) lightly deep-fried until golden and crispy, offering a delicate, slightly chewy texture…
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2 net3 total1 fibre20 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
牛ヒレステーキ
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Steak
A thick cut of beef tenderloin (fillet), expertly grilled and known for its exceptional tenderness and mild fl…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
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黒豚ヒレステーキ
Grilled Black Pork Tenderloin Steak
Premium black pork tenderloin, simply grilled to perfection. Served without heavy sauces or glazes. The tender…
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2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
油揚げ焼き
Grilled Thin Fried Tofu (Keto-Modified)
Thin, deep-fried tofu pouches (aburaage) grilled until they are crispy and lightly browned. This simple prepar…
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2 net3 total1 fibre20 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
馬刺し
Horse Meat Sashimi (with Keto Soy Sauce)
Thinly sliced raw horse meat, a delicacy especially popular in Kumamoto. Served with grated fresh ginger, garl…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein18 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Hotate Tataki
Seared Scallops with Keto Ponzu Sauce
Large, fresh scallops lightly seared on the outside, leaving the inside rare and tender. Typically served slic…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein18 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Kamo Seiro Mushi
Steamed Duck Breast with Keto Ponzu Sauce
Tender slices of duck breast, lightly steamed to preserve their natural flavor and moisture. Typically served …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Komochi Konbu Tsukudani (Sugar-Free)
Simmered Herring Roe on Kelp (Keto-Modified)
Herring roe attached to kelp, simmered in a savory dashi and soy sauce base, modified to be completely sugar-f…
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2 net4 total2 fibre15 protein10 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Okinawa Soba (Pork Belly and Shirataki Noodles)
Okinawa Soba with Pork Belly and Shirataki Noodles
A keto-adapted version of the Okinawan specialty, featuring tender braised pork belly (rafute-style, sugar-fre…
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2 net10 total8 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
イカの器焼き
Squid Baked in its Own Shell
A whole squid, often stuffed with its own tentacles or other seafood, baked in its natural shell. It’s typical…
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2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein10 fat220 kcal
KAsoon
鯛の酒蒸し (ケト変更)
Steamed Sea Bream with Sake (Keto-Modified)
Delicate sea bream fillet or whole fish gently steamed with sake (rice wine) and kombu (kelp), creating a ligh…
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2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein18 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
鶏の鉄板焼き (塩胡椒)
Teppanyaki Chicken (Salt & Pepper)
Chicken thigh or breast grilled on a teppan (iron griddle) with salt and pepper. While typically served with r…
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2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
しらすとネギのポン酢和え
Whitebait and Scallions with Ponzu Dressing
A light and refreshing appetizer featuring shirasu (baby anchovies or sardines) tossed with fresh scallions an…
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2 net3 total1 fibre20 protein7 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
鳥刺し
Chicken Sashimi (with Keto Ponzu)
Thinly sliced raw chicken breast or thigh, typically sourced from specific, high-quality, trusted farms. It's …
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3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein15 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
明太チーズ焼き (ケト変更)
Grilled Spicy Cod Roe with Cheese (Keto-Modified)
A popular izakaya dish featuring spicy seasoned cod roe (mentaiko) grilled until warm and topped with melted c…
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3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein28 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
栄螺の壺焼き
Grilled Turban Shell (in Shell)
Fresh turban shell grilled in its own shell, often with a savory liquid. The natural juices and umami of the S…
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein12 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Kawahagi no Nikogori (Keto-Modified)
Thread-sail Filefish Jelly (Sugar-Free Dashi)
A traditional Japanese cold appetizer made from the gelatinous parts of thread-sail filefish (kawahagi) simmer…
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3 net3 total0 fibre32 protein8 fat220 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Akamutsu Nitsuke (Sugar-Free)
Simmered Rosy Seabass (Keto-Modified)
Rosy seabass (Akamutsu) gently simmered in a savory dashi and sugar-free soy sauce broth. This preparation hig…
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3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein25 fat420 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Ayu no Karaage (Low-Carb Coating)
Deep-Fried Sweetfish (Keto-Modified)
Whole sweetfish (ayu), lightly coated with a low-carb alternative (e.g., almond flour, protein powder, or very…
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3 net5 total2 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
ケト出汁巻き卵 (具材入り)
Keto Dashi Omelette with Seafood/Meat (Sugar-Free)
A thick, rolled Japanese omelette made with eggs and dashi broth, with the addition of keto-friendly ingredien…
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3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein28 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
ケトトンテキ
Keto Japanese Pork Steak
A hearty, thick-cut pork steak (typically loin or shoulder), grilled to tender perfection. Served with a custo…
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3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
胡麻鯵 (ケト変更)
Keto Sesame Horse Mackerel Sashimi
Fresh horse mackerel (aji) sashimi dressed in a rich, savory, and sugar-free sesame-soy sauce. A specialty fro…
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3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein22 fat360 kcal
KAsoon
ケト出汁殻昆布の佃煮 (砂糖不使用)
Keto Simmered Kombu (Sugar-Free)
Kombu (kelp) that has been used to make dashi broth, then simmered until tender in a sugar-free soy sauce mixt…
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3 net10 total7 fibre3 protein1 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
ケトカワハギの煮付け
Keto Simmered Thread-sail Filefish Fillet
Delicate thread-sail filefish (kawahagi) fillet simmered in a savory dashi-based broth, carefully prepared to …
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein12 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
マグロ漬け (ケト変更)
Keto Soy-Marinated Tuna Sashimi
Fresh tuna slices (maguro) marinated briefly in a savory, sugar-free soy sauce-based dressing, which enhances …
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3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein15 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tako Carpaccio (Octopus Carpaccio with Keto Dressing)
Octopus Carpaccio with Keto Dressing
Thinly sliced, tender boiled octopus arranged elegantly and drizzled with a light, refreshing keto-friendly dr…
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3 net4 total1 fibre35 protein15 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Toro Takuan Nori Maki
Tuna and Pickled Daikon Nori Wrap
Fatty tuna (toro) and thinly sliced, sugar-free pickled daikon (takuan) wrapped in a sheet of nori seaweed, wi…
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3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein30 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Zaru (Konjac/Zucchini Noodles)
Chilled Konjac/Zucchini Noodles with Keto Dipping Sauce
A refreshing chilled noodle dish, re-imagined for keto. Konjac or zucchini noodles replace traditional soba, s…
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3 net8 total5 fibre8 protein10 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
ホヤ
Sea Pineapple (with Keto Ponzu)
A unique marine delicacy, especially popular in Tohoku, known for its distinctive briny, slightly bitter, and …
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3 net3 total0 fibre15 protein8 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
和牛炙りスライス (シャリ抜き)
Seared Wagyu Slices (Nigiri-style, Rice Omitted)
Thin slices of premium Wagyu beef, lightly seared on the outside (aburi-style) to render some fat and enhance …
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3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein70 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
烏賊と梅
Squid with Plum Paste (Keto-Modified)
A refreshing and savory appetizer featuring tender slices of raw or lightly blanched squid combined with a tan…
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3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein8 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
湯葉蒸し
Steamed Fresh Tofu Skin (Keto-Modified)
Delicate, fresh yuba (tofu skin) gently steamed to highlight its subtle flavor and unique texture. Served as a…
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3 net5 total2 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Tai Carpaccio (Keto-Modified)
Japanese Sea Bream Carpaccio with Keto Dressing
Delicately thin slices of fresh Japanese sea bream (Tai) sashimi, beautifully arranged and drizzled with a ket…
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3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein25 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Tako no Sumibiyaki
Charcoal-grilled Octopus
Tender octopus tentacles or pieces, seasoned lightly and grilled over charcoal for a smoky flavor. Typically s…
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3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein8 fat220 kcal