Okazuya
Sign in to save250px|thumb|right|Window display of okazu offerings Okazuya ( or ) or okazu-ya are a Japanese-style delicatessen common in Hawaii. Unlike western delicatessens found in North America or Europe, an is an establishment that sells readymade Japanese-styled food. "Okazu" refers to a side dish to accompany rice, while "ya" refers to a retail establishment.
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- History
- Okazu dishes
- Rice and noodles
- Vegetable side dishes
- Fried items
- Simmered items
- Grilled
- See also
- References
- Bibliography
250px|thumb|right|Window display of okazu offerings Okazuya ( or ) or okazu-ya are a Japanese-style delicatessen common in Hawaii. Unlike western delicatessens found in North America or Europe, an is an establishment that sells readymade Japanese-styled food. "Okazu" refers to a side dish to accompany rice, while "ya" refers to a retail establishment.
In Hawaii, an offers an array of , food items that are sold , often by the piece, which can be combined to create a meal. Many of the dishes may also be offered in the form of ready-to-go . It is often considered the precursor to the plate lunch.
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