Japanese cuisines

2. Japanese breaded fried cutlet commonly made with pork or chicken
4. Japanese style of seafood or vegetables coated in light batter and deep-fried
6. Japanese fermented soybean paste used for soups, sauces, and marinades
9. Japanese savory pancake made with batter, cabbage, and assorted fillings
10. Thick chewy Japanese noodles often served in hot soup or stir-fried dishes
11. Japanese street snack of round batter balls filled with diced octopus
12. Japanese cuisine featuring vinegared rice paired with raw or cooked toppings

1. Japanese skewered grilled chicken seasoned with salt or sweet soy glaze
3. Japanese wheat-noodle dish served in a seasoned broth with various toppings
5. Traditional Japanese buckwheat noodles eaten hot or cold with dipping sauces
7. Japanese rice balls shaped by hand and filled with fish or pickled ingredients
8. Japanese rice bowl dish topped with meat, fish, eggs, or vegetables