Japanese pickles and instant ramen

Japan absolutely loves to make pickles out of everything right from cucumbers to ginger, onions, radishes and plums. These act as the perfect accompaniment to rice dishes and drinks. Soaked in salt, sugar or vinegar, these pungent concoctions (Tsukemono) can be purchased from local hypermarkets or souvenir shops. Make sure you buy a sealed bottle so as to prevent your luggage from soiling.

A comfort food like no other, Instant Ramen is one of the most important contributions of Japan to the global market. Available in a plethora of forms and flavours that have been adapted and perfected by countless countries, this noodle soup was invented by Momofuku Ando of Nissin Foods that is headquartered in the country. You should therefore bring home a few attractive-looking packets of Teriyaki and Wasabi Noodles to proudly assert that you own the original Instant Ramen.