These are 11 popular Japanese dishes that almost every Japanese restaurant serves. Let’s see if we eat these dishes, how much do we have to #RuntoRepay so that we don’t feel so guilty eating them!
(Be reminded that all the information is only approximate and it may not be 100% accurate.)

1. Takoyaki
A Japanese food like Takoyaki has become very popular in our country. With its moist, juicy sauce, flour, and the filling inside that tastes so good in your mouth. Hmm….just thinking about it, Takoyaki can make me drool anytime. Never enjoy it too much though, because if you eat 6 of these yummy balls, they can add up your weight rather quickly with their approximate 420 kilocalories, which will take you about 42 minutes of running to burn off.
2. Sushi
These cute delicious-looking little rice balls are usually considered as a breakfast dish or a snack. This popular dish gives an average of 60 kilocalories per piece which is not too much and not too small. So, to burn it off is quite easy; jogging for 6 minutes will do. But if you’re on a sushi buffet.... Of course, the karma must be paid by running more!
3. Ramen
Anyone who has ever tasted ramen will know of its deliciousness. The soup is so tasty and the noodles are so soft that you have to order more. Oh, oh, oh, but don’t forget that a bowl of ramen gives about 440 kilocalories, and most of the ingredients are carbohydrates. So, after dining on your ramen, you might want to pay your debt by running for about 44 minutes.
4. Yakisoba
Yakisoba is quite similar to Thai dried noodles except that it has a distinctive Japanese taste. This dish is considered as a casual meal that is not too heavy to eat. But if you know this secret, it might make you surprised, because yakisoba provides approximately 400 kilocalories of energy. Wow! Not so small right? So, anyone who likes eating yakisoba, if you do not burn it up quickly, you may gain some weight. Your debt can however be paid by running for 40 minutes.
5. Tempura
Japanese food fans usually love tempura. It is a dish in which seafood, pork, chicken, or vegetables are dipped in flour, deep-fried, and served with a sauce - what a perfect combination! Be warned though, this delicious dish that many people enjoy so much actually gives about 800 kilocalories per serving! Extraordinary, right? So is the running you will need to burn it up. You’re going to need an intensive session of 80 minutes running to burn off this dish.
6. Curry Rice with Fried Pork
Curry Rice is a favorite meal for many people. Served warm, this dish tastes really awesome with its rich spice and tasty sauce. Most people order a combo set of curry rice with tonkatsu (fried pork), right? Please know that this duo actually gives about 1,500 kilocalories in total.! Well, all of that must be burned with a long 150-minute run.
7. Gyudon (Stir-fried beef with rice)
Gyudon is a simple but satisfying dish. It’s delicious and can make you full, plus if you add more toppings, then there is no need to ask for dessert. However, never get too carried away, because this great menu often hides over 700 calories within it! It’s time to work hard, as this could use a 70-minute or longer run to burn.
8. Kabayaki (Grilled Eel with Rice)
This is a main dish of grilled eel served with rice and rich sauce. The combination of soft tasty eel meat may even make you consider having a second one. But don't eat too much, just enough to serve your body’s need. Otherwise, without exercising, you might gain weight as this dish provides up to 800 kilocalories! Oh My God ... Don't forget to burn it off too, with a round of 80-minute running!
9. Saru Soba (Cold noodles)
Talking about Japanese food, it is impossible to forget this dish of cold noodles. It is a dish that you can easily cook by yourself, or going out to eat at a restaurant is also quite convenient. But if we’re talking calories, I must say that it's not easy. You might be surprised that a cold noodle dish can turn you to a bear if you’re not working out as it provides up to 500 kilocalories of energy. After finishing eating, do not forget to spare some time to burn it off by taking a run for 50 minutes.
10. Tonkatsu (Fried pork)
"Pork can be cooked into any delicious dish" This popular dish is eaten throughout the city. A soft, juicy, crispy, chewable piece of Tonkatsu pork is so liked by both children and adults, but after eating, you may need to run for at least 2 hours! You better get started!