Ukrainians in Japan

According to the Embassy of Ukraine in Japan, there were approximately 1,200 Ukrainian nationals registered in Japan as of 2020. The Japanese government began accepting relocating Ukrainians in March 2022.

Sources and Stories

ukrainians in japan

Smachnogo Brings Together the People and Cuisines of Ukraine and Japan

Read more about this Ukrainian/Japanese restaurant named after the Ukrainian word for “tasty.”

Ukrainians fleeing war find asylum in unexpected Asian country (June 2022)

Watch how Ukrainians in Japan are adapting to their new community.

Ukraine evacuees serve up home cooking at Tokyo restaurant

Learn more about how Ukrainians are bringing a taste of home to Japan.

Share and Collaborate

If you’re Ukrainian and currently living in Japan, we’d love to hear your story! Reach out and let’s talk about your food experience. Scholars specializing in Japanese cuisine, culture, and history are also encouraged to connect to collaborate. Contact directly at melissa.randall (at) nyu (dot) edu.