Japadog facts for kids

A Japadog cart in Los Angeles

A "Terimayo" hot dog from Japadog.

Japadog is a popular company that sells special hot dogs. They started in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Japadog is famous for mixing classic hot dogs with tasty Japanese flavors. Think of toppings like teriyaki sauce or yakisoba noodles! Noriki Tamura owns this unique food business. They once had a spot in New York City, but it closed in 2013.

The Story of Japadog

How Japadog Started

The idea for Japadog began in 2005. Noriki Tamura and his wife moved to Vancouver, Canada, that year. They wanted to create a new kind of street food. So, they opened their very first Japadog stand.

Growing the Business

Japadog quickly became popular. In 2009, a second stand opened in Vancouver. By March 2013, Japadog had four locations in Vancouver. They also had a fifth spot in New York City for a while.

In 2010, Japadog opened its first sit-down restaurant in Vancouver. This allowed them to offer more than just hot dogs. They started serving desserts and special "shaked fries."

What are Shaked Fries?

Shaked fries are a unique side dish at Japadog. The kitchen staff cooks the fries first. Then, they put the hot fries into a paper bag. Next, they add special seasonings to the bag. Finally, they shake the bag until all the fries are coated. This makes them extra flavorful!

Expanding to New Places

Japadog continued to grow. In 2014, they opened a sit-down restaurant in Los Angeles, California. This showed how much people loved their unique hot dogs. Japadog is known for its creative and delicious food combinations.