A unique experience in a little bit of Japan
In 2013, Japanese cuisine began to gain popularity in Barcelona at an impressive rate. Although restaurants such as Tokyo Sushi and Yashima already existed, the concept of the tavern or izakaya had not yet taken root in the city. However, everything changed with the arrival of Una mica de Japó.
Una mica de Japó began as a small bar on Muntaner Street, 114, and quickly became a reference place for lovers of Japanese gastronomy. I remember the first time I went, it was like entering a new world. I had to go down some stairs to enter the place, where I discovered the bento, a box with different Japanese delicacies that transported me to the animes I used to watch in the 90s.
An authentic experience
At Una mica de Japó, a mother and son served bentos and other daily specials quickly and efficiently. Each visit was an opportunity to try new flavors and textures, such as Japanese pickles or the sweet omelet called tamagoyaki. Each dish was like learning a new language, stimulating and rewarding.
A new location, the same magic
10 years have passed since then and Japanese gastronomy has become more common in Barcelona. However, Una mica de Japó has maintained its charm and has moved to a new location at the intersection of Aragó and Comte Borrell streets. Here, you can enjoy dishes such as yakisoba, sushi and oyakodon, which have become classics of Japanese cuisine.
The star dish of Una mica de Japó is the bento, a quick, generous, balanced and affordable option. You can enjoy a variety of flavors in one dish, such as marinated eggplant, pickled turnip, stewed hijiki seaweed, baby beans, meatballs, breaded fillet, potato croquettes and a sweet omelet. All this for only €12.50, not including the drink.
A must see
But don’t limit yourself to the bento, also try the curry, grilled sardines with teriyaki, beef with sauce, vegetable tempura and katsu don. These simple and delicious dishes will make you feel like you’re visiting Yokohama’s aunt. Una mica de Japó is the perfect place to discover authentic Japanese gastronomy in Barcelona.
