JOSO, Ibaraki Prefecture--A local diner came up with an unusual hit when it combined two of Japan's favorite dishes, “yakisoba” pan-fried noodles, normally eaten as a snack, and curry rice.

Add the curry powder, and cook til fragrant. Then add the noodles, sauce mixture, sliced omelet, golden, frozen peas, and cook until the mixture boils off and the noodles and veggies are coated.

This style gained popularity among the people of Edo and quickly spread across Japan and Southeast Asia,” notes Mann at an ongoing food festival ... and golden curry with rice, which wins ...