Japanese keto guide
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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.
Order these
- KetoJapanese Green Tea ryokucha / sencha (緑茶) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoBarley Tea mugicha (麦茶) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoRoasted Green Tea hōjicha (ほうじ茶) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoBrown Rice Tea genmaicha (玄米茶) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoJasmine Tea sanpin-cha (さんぴん茶) · 0g net carbs as usually served
- KetoWhisked Matcha usucha (薄茶) · 1g net carbs as usually served
- KetoKelp Tea kobucha (昆布茶) · 1g net carbs as usually served
- Ask firstUnsweetened Soy Milk muchōsei tōnyū (無調整豆乳) · 4g net carbs as usually servedPick 'muchōsei' (無調整). 'Chōsei' (調製) soy milk is sweetened.
- Ask firstJapanese Iced Coffee aisu kōhī (アイスコーヒー) · 8g net carbs as usually servedLeave the syrup. The small creamer cup is fine.
Skip these
- SkipSweetened Canned Coffee kan kōhī (缶コーヒー) · 13g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order canned black coffee ('burakku', ブラック) instead.
- SkipMarble Soda ramune (ラムネ) · 17g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order sparkling water ('tansan-sui') instead.
- SkipRoyal Milk Tea roiyaru miruku tī (ロイヤルミルクティー) · 24g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order hot green tea instead.
- SkipCultured Milk Soda nyūsankin inryō (乳酸菌飲料) · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order barley tea instead.
- SkipSweet Rice Drink amazake (甘酒) · 30g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order hot green tea instead.
- SkipMelon Soda meron sōda (メロンソーダ) · 40g net carbs as usually servedSkip this, order sparkling water ('tansan-sui') instead.
41 matching dishes
Konnyaku Steak
Pan-fried Konjac (Keto-Modified)
Konjac (konnyaku) is a root vegetable product with virtually no digestible carbs. When prepared 'steak-style,'…
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein12 fat150 kcal
Kyuri Asazuke
Lightly Salt-Pickled Cucumber
Fresh cucumber quickly pickled with salt, often with a touch of kombu or chili for subtle flavor. This simple …
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein0 fat50 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…
3 net6 total3 fibre4 protein5 fat80 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…
3 net5 total2 fibre2 protein5 fat80 kcal
Yuba Sashimi
Fresh Tofu Skin Sashimi
Delicate, fresh tofu skin, served chilled with a light dipping sauce. It has a subtly sweet, creamy, and sligh…
3 net4 total1 fibre15 protein10 fat150 kcal
Hijiki No Nimono (Keto-Modified)
Braised Hijiki Seaweed (Keto)
Hijiki seaweed simmered in a savory dashi broth, typically with other keto-friendly additions like fried tofu …
4 net10 total6 fibre10 protein12 fat180 kcal
Okara no Itame (Keto-Friendly)
Stir-fried Soy Pulp with Vegetables
A wholesome and naturally low-carb dish made from okara (soy pulp), stir-fried with finely chopped vegetables …
4 net10 total6 fibre15 protein25 fat300 kcal
Daikon Salad (Keto-Modified)
Shredded Daikon Radish Salad with Keto Dressing
A refreshing side salad made from finely shredded daikon radish, known for its crisp texture and mild peppery …
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein12 fat150 kcal
Blanched Greens with Keto Sesame Dressing (Gomae-style)
Blanched Greens with Keto Sesame Dressing
Blanched spinach or other low-carb greens, dressed with a rich, savory sesame dressing made without sugar. It'…
6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein25 fat280 kcal
Gobo Bata Yaki (Keto-Modified)
Sautéed Burdock Root with Butter (Keto-Modified)
Thinly sliced burdock root (gobo), a firm and earthy root vegetable, sautéed in butter until tender-crisp. Thi…
6 net12 total6 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
Gomoku Kinoko Itame (Keto-Modified)
Five-Mushroom Stir-fry (Keto)
A vibrant stir-fry featuring a mix of five different types of mushrooms, seasoned with sugar-free soy sauce, g…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein24 fat280 kcal
Grilled Eggplant with Keto Miso Glaze (Nasu Dengaku-style)
Grilled Eggplant with Keto Miso Glaze
Half-cut eggplant grilled until tender, topped with a rich and savory miso glaze that has been specially prepa…
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Nasu Miso Itame (Keto-Modified)
Stir-fried Eggplant with Keto Miso
Eggplant slices stir-fried with a savory miso-based sauce. The keto version requires a sugar-free miso paste, …
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal
Shishito Pepper Itame
Sautéed Shishito Peppers
Mild shishito peppers quickly sautéed or grilled, often with a dash of soy sauce and sesame oil.…
6 net10 total4 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
Miso Soup
Traditional Miso Soup (Keto-Modified)
A staple Japanese soup made with dashi (broth), miso paste, and typically tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onio…
7 net10 total3 fibre10 protein5 fat120 kcal
Teppanyaki Yasai Moriawase
Assorted Teppanyaki Vegetables (Keto-Modified)
A mix of fresh vegetables grilled on a teppanyaki hot plate, often with butter or oil and simple seasonings. E…
10 net18 total8 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
Yaki Nasu
Grilled Eggplant with Ginger
Japanese eggplant (nasu) grilled until tender and often served simply with grated ginger and a light soy sauce…
10 net18 total8 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
Edamame (Shio)
Salted Boiled Edamame
Young green soybeans, boiled or steamed in their pods and lightly salted. A simple, popular appetizer that's n…
12 net20 total8 fibre20 protein10 fat240 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…
2 net4 total2 fibre15 protein10 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Okra no Sumibiyaki
Charcoal-Grilled Okra
Fresh okra pods, lightly seasoned with salt and grilled over charcoal until tender-crisp with a smoky flavor. …
2 net5 total3 fibre2 protein6 fat80 kcal
KAsoon
Otsumami Konbu
Roasted Kombu Seaweed Snack
Crispy pieces of roasted kombu seaweed, often lightly salted, served as a simple, savory snack or accompanimen…
2 net10 total8 fibre5 protein5 fat100 kcal
KAsoon
Wasabi Zuke
Pickled Wasabi Stems
A pungent and spicy Japanese condiment made from finely chopped, pickled wasabi stems and rhizomes. It deliver…
2 net4 total2 fibre1 protein0 fat60 kcal
KAsoon
アスパラガス炭火焼き
Charcoal-Grilled Asparagus
Fresh asparagus spears simply grilled over charcoal, seasoned lightly with salt. A healthy and flavorful side …
3 net6 total3 fibre4 protein10 fat120 kcal
KAsoon
綾目茸の炭火焼き
Charcoal-Grilled Ayametake Mushrooms
Ayametake mushrooms (a type of oyster mushroom) simply grilled over charcoal, seasoned with salt. Highlights t…
3 net6 total3 fibre6 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
Eringi Steak
Grilled King Oyster Mushroom Steak
Thick-sliced King Oyster mushrooms, often scored and pan-fried or grilled until tender with a meaty texture. S…
3 net7 total4 fibre5 protein18 fat200 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…
3 net10 total7 fibre3 protein1 fat80 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…
3 net8 total5 fibre8 protein10 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
ケト漬物盛り合わせ (砂糖不使用)
Assorted Japanese Pickles (Sugar-Free)
A selection of various Japanese pickled vegetables, such as cucumber, daikon radish, or cabbage. Traditionally…
4 net8 total4 fibre2 protein0 fat50 kcal
KAsoon
ケト中華クラゲ
Keto Chinese-Style Jellyfish Salad
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring marinated jellyfish, thinly sliced cucumber, and a light, tangy, suga…
4 net5 total1 fibre15 protein20 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Kinome Ae
Green Beans with Sansho Leaf Dressing
Blanched green beans tossed in a savory dressing flavored with fresh kinome (sansho leaves), typically ground …
4 net7 total3 fibre4 protein9 fat120 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Wakame Salad
Seaweed Salad with Sugar-Free Dressing
A refreshing salad made primarily from rehydrated wakame seaweed, often accompanied by thinly sliced cucumber …
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
ゴーヤサラダ
Goya Salad (Bitter Melon Salad)
A refreshing and crisp salad featuring thin slices of goya (bitter melon), often combined with other vegetable…
5 net10 total5 fibre7 protein15 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Kinpira Gobo (Sugar-Free Stir-fried Burdock Root)
Sugar-Free Stir-fried Burdock Root and Carrots
A classic Japanese side dish featuring julienned burdock root (gobo) and carrots, stir-fried until tender-cris…
5 net10 total5 fibre4 protein18 fat220 kcal
KAsoon
ケト焼きカリフラワー飯ボール (Keto-Modified)
Grilled Keto Cauliflower Rice Ball (with Sugar-Free Soy Glaze)
Finely riced cauliflower is pressed into a firm ball, lightly grilled until slightly charred and crispy on the…
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Moyashi Itame
Stir-fried Bean Sprouts
A simple and common Japanese side dish, stir-fried bean sprouts, often with a hint of garlic, salt, and pepper…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
ケト大根ステーキ
Seared Daikon Steak with Keto Sauce
Thick, tender slices of daikon radish, simmered until soft, then seared to achieve a slightly caramelized exte…
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein10 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
海ぶどう (ケト変更)
Umi Budo (Sea Grapes, with Keto Ponzu)
A unique type of edible seaweed, known as 'sea grapes' for its appearance and satisfying popping texture. Serv…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein0 fat60 kcal
KAsoon
茸のホイル焼き
Assorted Mushrooms Grilled in Foil
A mix of fresh Japanese mushrooms (e.g., shiitake, enoki, shimeji, maitake) steamed and grilled in an aluminum…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein22 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
ケト野菜の煮物 (砂糖不使用)
Keto Simmered Vegetables (Sugar-Free Nimono Style)
A comforting side dish featuring a selection of keto-friendly vegetables such as daikon radish, green beans, a…
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein5 fat120 kcal
KAsoon
Tataki Kyuri (Keto Modified)
Smashed Cucumber with Keto Sesame Oil Dressing
Crisp cucumber lightly smashed to absorb flavor, dressed with a savory blend of sesame oil, soy sauce, and a t…
6 net8 total2 fibre3 protein12 fat150 kcal
KAsoon
ケト牛蒡唐揚げ (低糖質衣)
Keto Fried Burdock Root (Low-Carb Coating)
Crispy fried burdock root sticks, a unique and savory vegetable side dish. Modified with a low-carb coating (e…
7 net15 total8 fibre10 protein30 fat350 kcal