Subway is currently the world’s number one sandwich chain with stores in 100 countries. Subway offers a wide variety of sandwiches with different ingredients and sauces in each country. Japan also has its own original menu. And for Japanese people, Subway has an impression of being “healthy”.
In this article, we will discuss the reasons why Subway in Japan is healthy and its popular menu. If you have trouble choosing a restaurant when you are on a diet, please try Subway.
What is Subway in Japan?
Subway, which had been gaining popularity in the United States, arrived in Japan in 1992. The first store opened in Minato-ku, Tokyo. At the time, only triangular sandwiches were sold in Japan, and the submarine-style Subway sandwich attracted a great deal of attention and popularity.
Later, while opening stores throughout Japan, the company developed a menu unique to Japan. The most popular “Shrimp& Avocado” is a Japanese original. We have also developed our regular menu items such as “Teriyaki Chicken” and “Roast Beef” to suit the tastes of Japanese people.
The bread, which is the main character of the sandwich, is made from Hokkaido wheat and has a fluffy and chewy texture. We are also very particular about baking our bread in the ovens at each store every morning.
In addition, Japanese Subway eliminates synthetic colorings, synthetic flavors, and chemical seasonings to meet the needs of “delicious and healthy” products. Calories and carbohydrate content are displayed on all sandwich menus. One of the things that makes Subway so popular is that you can enjoy a healthy and nutritionally balanced sandwich even if you’re on a diet. It’s also great that you can add more vegetables for free when ordering a sandwich.
Popular Menu
Let us introduce Japanese Subway in order of low calorie.
*Comparison with regular size from the official website
| Sandwich | Calorie / Carb |
|---|---|
| VeggieDelite | 215kcal / 35.2g |
| Avocado& Veggie |
316kcal / 41.2g |
| Chili Chicken | 273kcal / 37.0g |
| Salad Chicken | 278kcal / 38.5g |
| Roast Beef | 309kcal / 35.5g |
| Egg | 318kcal / 37.4g |
| Spicy Egg Shrimp |
321kcal / 36.5g |
| Smoked Ham& Mascarpone |
326kcal / 38.8g |
| BaconLettuce Tomato |
330kcal / 39.0g |
| Cheese Salad Chicken |
331kcal / 38.5g |
| Half & Half | 334kcal / 39.1g |
| Shrimp &Avocado |
339kcal / 38.0g |
| Teriyaki Chicken |
346kcal / 43.2g |
| Tune | 350kcal / 36.1g |
| Teriyaki Chicken&Egg |
449kcal / 43.3g |
There is not much difference in the calorie content of any of the sandwiches, and they are all diet-friendly. The sandwiches in red are popular in Japan.
Shrimp & Avocado, said to be Subway’s most popular sandwich, combines plump shrimp with avocado paste, making it a favorite among women.
source：https://www.subway.co.jp
The BLT is popular among men as well; the crispy pork belly bacon and dry sausage are a perfect match, and even high-calorie BLT sandwiches can be enjoyed guilt-free at Subway.
source：https://www.subway.co.jp
Teriyaki Chicken has a sweet and spicy flavor to suit Japanese tastes, which I like because I have a sweet tooth, and I recommend it when you want a Teriyaki Chicken burger.
source：https://www.subway.co.jp
Smoked Ham & Mascarpone is as popular as Shrimp & Avocado. It’s also my favorite. The smoked prosciutto and mascarpone have an addictive taste.
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This photo is Spicy Egg Shrimp. I ordered it for the first time. It’s topped with egg salad, shrimp, and spicy dressing, and the eggs and dressing go well together. I think it would be even more delicious if there was a little more egg salad.
Reference：https://www.subway.co.jp/menu/sandwich/
