Teishoku means to "set meal" in Japanese.
Teishoku in Japanese or "set meal" is a traditional and balanced meal that often includes a main dish, rice, miso soup and often a few small side dishes as well.
Teishoku represents complete and harmonious dining experience, that is often served on a single tray and is also a common budget friendly lunch or dinner option.
The main dish with Teishoku could be anything from fried chicken, grilled fish or even tonkatsu which is breaded pork cutlet.
Rice is also a staple of the Japanese diet and is always included with Teishoku.
Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup that is often a simple miso based broth.
And side dishes like a few small accompaniments, like pickles, a small salad or other seasonal vegetables are also often part of the set.
Teishoku is a staple in many Japanese restaurants, from small casual eateries to more upscale Japanese establishments.
You can also find Teishoku at cafeteria style Japanese restaurants, especially near the colleges or train stations, where you can often buy a ticket from a machine before buying receiving the meal.