Important Food Words Every Beginner Should Learn in Japanese

If you're just starting to learn Japanese, it’s really helpful to know some basic food words. Here’s a simple list of important food vocabulary you should learn:

1. Fruits

   • りんご (ringo) - Apple
   • バナナ (banana) - Banana
   • みかん (mikan) - Mandarin Orange

2. Vegetables

   • ねぎ (negi) - Green Onion
   • にんじん (ninjin) - Carrot
   • たまねぎ (tamanegi) - Onion

3. Grains & Staples

   • ごはん (gohan) - Rice
   • パン (pan) - Bread
   • うどん (udon) - Udon Noodles

4. Proteins

   • 肉 (niku) - Meat
   • 魚 (sakana) - Fish
   • 豆腐 (tofu) - Tofu

Learning these food words can help you understand about 25% of what you’ll hear in everyday conversations. So, knowing them is really important for talking with others!