The Katsu Sando (カツサンド) is a popular Japanese sandwich made with tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork) placed between slices of shokupan (Japanese toast bread). Typically cut into triangles or rectangles, this sandwich has become a beloved staple across Japan, frequently found in bakeries and convenience stores. It’s a common choice for school or work lunches due to its convenience and satisfying taste.
Tamago Sando (卵サンド) is a Japanese version of an egg salad sandwich. Finely chopped hard boiled eggs are mixed with tangy Japanese mayonnaise and sandwiched with fluffy white Shokupan Bread. Tamago Sando has always been a popular kind of sandwich in Japan as long as we can remember, but in the more recent craze, it’s surfaced on social media often and gets a lot of attention for the strikingly scrumptious look of the rich overstuffed sandwich. Tamago Sando is so easily made by anybody with or without cooking skills, so you can actually make and eat the delicious dish at home rather than looking at pictures.
Ham Katsu Sandwich (ハムカツサンド) was known as “Katsu” sandwich in the 70s and 80s in Japan, and it was more thriftily made with ham rather than with Tonkatsu pork or chicken cutlets. Ham Katsu soaked in a savory sauce is a perfect filling by itself for this simple and nostalgic sandwich. without lettuce or cabbage or any condiments.
Tamagoyaki Sandwich is a popular choice for Japanese Bento lunch. Tamagoyaki, pan-fried egg, is a quick but delicious filling for sandwiches. Just make some eggs into a thick frittata-like shape, which takes no time, sandwich the eggs with bread slices, and that’s it. Oh – don’t forget to spread some Japanese mayo and Karashi hot mustard. That’s the key taste of this dish. Tangy Japanese mayonnaise and spicy mustard go very well with mild flavored cooked eggs. To build your Bento, pack your favorite vegetables and fruits to add more nutrition along with the sandwich. Choose colorful ones to please the eyes of your family. There are other easy and tasty sandwich recipes in our cook book Simply Bento: Delicious Box Lunch Ideas for Healthy Portions to Go
Fruit Sandwich is literally a sandwich with an assortment of fruits. Thinly sliced Japanese soft white bread goes very well with the filling of fresh fruit and whipped cream. This is not an everyday Japanese food, but people like to eat it from time to time.
Hamburgers are a very popular fast food in Japan just like in the US. However, Japanese people like adding their own flavor to this western favorite. Sweet Teriyaki sauce goes well with grilled (or pan fried ) beef and tangy Japanese mayo. The Teriyaki Burger is a popular Japanese spin on the American classic.