izakaya

Type: Concept

izakaya

As of November 2026, izakaya has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Stuff You Should Know (Nov 2025).

An izakaya is a type of informal Japanese bar that serves alcoholic drinks and snacks. Izakaya are casual places for after-work drinking, similar to a pub, a Spanish tapas bar, or an American saloon or tavern. Several varieties of izakaya exist throughout Japan that serve a larger clientele than traditional izakaya or pubs. Typically, izakaya serve fried or grilled food designed to be shared with multiple people.

izakaya at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardNov 2025 on Stuff You Should Know
FieldCulinary culture

Who talks about izakaya on podcasts?

Josh Clark brought up izakaya; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on Stuff You Should Know.

What is izakaya mentioned alongside?

izakaya is most often mentioned alongside rice-fish farming, rice paddy and biryani.

Mentioned together: rice-fish farming, rice paddy, biryani, jalof rice, amylopectin, cast iron skillets, clam juice, saffron, Clamato, Consumer Reports