PANDA EXPRESS

Fans of foreign movies will recognize this

You've seen it a lot in foreign movies and TV shows: characters eating Chinese food from a paper box. This type of takeout food is a firm favorite in the US, being the classic fast food choice for people on the go. Inside, you'll find what is known as "American Chinese food".

In "Rush Hour", Jackie Chan was seen eating it.

Chinese food, evolved and adapted by Chinese immigrants in America to cater to local tastes. It is "a little different" from Chinese food in Japan or China.

It's got a mild and sweet flavor.

The flavor is much stronger in Chinese food in Japan.

Immense fast food vibes

Everything is piled up into paper containers, even when dining in.

Since you're meant to gobble it up in big portions, it gives off that filling, satisfying feeling you'd get when eating gyudon.

It's the kind of Chinese cuisine you don't often come across in Japan.

・Yokosuka Naval Base store (inside the US military base)
・Okinawa Parco City store

Targeting Americans in Japan...
Which means, they’re recreating that authentic American taste!?

Orange Chicken

Fried chicken coated in sweet, tangy orange sauce. Signature dish.

Mongolian Pork

Pork stir-fried with onions, paprika and mushrooms. Comes with garlic sauce.

Kung Pao Chicken

Chicken stir-fried with peanuts and vegetables. Spicy hot.

Honey Walnut Shrimp

Shrimp! Walnut!! Honey sauce!!!

Chow Mein

Fried noodles. Maybe because slurping isn't part of the culture, the noodles are cut a bit shorter.

Fried Rice

Probably meant to be eaten with other dishes. Lightly seasoned.

Cream Cheese Rangoon

Fried cream cheese wonton. Dipped in sweet and sour sauce. Not really sure what it is, but it's a delicious snack.

Spring Roll

Just spring roll