10 Best Japanese Curries in the Philippines 2024 | Buying Guide Reviewed by Nutritionist-Dietitian

Curry is usually associated with spice and heat, but House Foods' Mild Vermont Curry leans more on the sweeter side. It's perfect for family dinners, as even kids and the elderly can enjoy it without upsetting their stomachs or burning their tongues off. Don't worry, the lack of spice doesn't mean a lack of flavor. In fact, this curry even contains sweet and refreshing notes of apple and honey. 

You can rest assured that each spoonful is bursting with flavor and umami! This is best enjoyed with potatoes, carrots, plus it goes perfectly with tender meat. Overall, this is a guaranteed great way to serve vegetables your kids might otherwise ignore!

Who doesn't love the smell and taste of caramelized onions? Now, imagine that sweet and savory goodness infused in rich, thick curry sauce ladled generously over your rice. This curry is guaranteed to make you go for seconds, thirds, and fourths!

This curry is the perfect sauce to go with those burger patties you have stored in your freezer. You can grill your burgers and pan-fry your vegetables separately before adding on this curry roux for that extra bit of tartness and smokiness. Treat yourself to a meal for the ages by buying a box now!

Impress your family by whipping up a katsu curry just like the way they do it at your favorite curry joint. This medium hot curry from S&B upgrades your average breaded porkchop to top-restaurant quality in a jiffy. Its captivatingly sweet flavor is balanced out with just the right amount of spice. 

It packs a little punch, but nothing that even those with a low tolerance for spicy food can't handle. Moreover, Golden Curry's masterfully-crafted flavor profile also allows for versatility. Have it with pickled vegetables, turn up the umami by mixing in a bit of shoyu, pour it on some udon noodles—the world is your oyster! Simply put, it's a curry you just can't go wrong with.

If you're looking for a kick out of your curry, then House Foods' Java curry is perfect for you! It's a deep, rich, and full-flavored curry that delivers both heat and flavor. Treat your tastebuds to the delectable flavor of caramelized onions, roasted garlic, miso, cardamom, and other spicy aromatics with this curry! 

Note that this curry is created with spicy food lovers in mind. While the kids might not enjoy the kick, mom and dad are sure to relish the heat-filled, spice-laden goodness that is this curry. Always have a box of this handy for when the kids are out. Trust us, it's much better than your usual takeout and delivery meals.

Glico's Zeppin Curry features a complex flavor profile filled with aromatic, earthy, and tangy notes. It owes this depth of flavor to their patented duxelle mushroom paste and proprietary blend of 40 different spices such as ginger, cinnamon, and roasted garlic.

If a premium curry-eating experience is what you're looking for, then the search is over. Each spoonful of this curry is guaranteed to be packed with intense flavor and umami. You might want the kids to sit this one out, though, as the heat and complexity of flavors are best enjoyed by a sophisticated palate.

Scientists have found that long age and a healthy heart in Japan are attributed to its fish-rich diet. Thanks to Shinoda's Sardine Curry, you can reap the same benefits while enjoying the beloved taste of Japanese curry! 

Each can contains bite-sized sardines and fried carrots and potatoes in a scrumptious curry sauce. Pour it on some rice, and you'll have yourself a deliciously healthy meal! Using fish as protein means also means that it'll fit right into most diet regimens, allowing you to enjoy each spoonful guilt-free.

Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine without the hassle of cooking or going out with this ready-to-eat chicken and onion curry! Simply throw it into a boiling pot or in a microwave to reheat, and you're set to eat a bowl of soba restaurant-quality curry! Easy, right?

Best of all, you can easily enjoy it anywhere. Its convenient packaging and form make it so that you can tear one open at home or even in the office—the choice is all yours!

Who says that curry needs to go with rice every time? Not us, that's for sure. Hundreds of other food stalls and restaurants along the streets of Japan will agree that udon noodles can be just as good as, if not better than, rice as a curry companion. It's great for when you just want to switch things up a bit.

The broth is rich and flavorful, packed with the intense flavors of bonito, onion, and beef. Coated in this savory broth are thick and chewy sanuki udon noodles. Even better, the noodles are already cut shorter than usual, making slurping them up an easy and mess-free experience!

It's a known fact that red wine pairs well with both beef and mushrooms. Add the warm and lively flavors of traditional Japanese curry into the mix, and you get a modern twist on a treasured Japanese classic. This curry contains tidbits of French cooking. It does this by finishing with Bordeaux wine, mushrooms, and a smooth demiglace sauce for that extra glossy and velvety rich texture.

It's bursting with umami and tastes earthy, tangy, and sweet—everything a great curry needs. You don't even have to worry about shelling out a great deal of money. For just 150 pesos, you can enjoy the taste of great curry made with premium ingredients for cheap!

As evidenced by other entries in the list, House Foods is no stranger to curry. This time, they're back with Kukure Japanese Curry, a mild vegetable curry sauce that's great for curry beginners looking to experience Japanese curry in all its greatness.

Thanks to its chopped vegetables and grated apples, Kukure is both healthy and hearty. Its sweet and mildly spicy flavor pairs well with any of the usual carbohydrates: rice, pasta, bread, you name it! It's even affordable and easy to eat. Just reheat a pack, pop it open, and you're good to go.