TOKYO -- Events featuring "food samples," or replicas of food items, are attracting attention in Japan and abroad, enabling visitors to experience the unique Japanese culture.
From rural train cars to London streets, fake dishes find a home outside restaurants

Replica of a Japanese style rice omelet is given a finishing touch with paint that looks like ketchup. (Photo by Jun Takai)
TOKYO -- Events featuring "food samples," or replicas of food items, are attracting attention in Japan and abroad, enabling visitors to experience the unique Japanese culture.