The Japanese royal family has a long and fascinating history of culinary tradition. Their diet is varied and rich in flavor, featuring traditional dishes such as rice and fish, modern favorites like pasta and pizza, vegetables, fruits, nuts, meat, dairy products and sweets. Western influences have become more prominent in recent years, but rice remains an important part of the Imperial family's diet. Fish and seafood are also enjoyed regularly, as well as vegetables, fruits and nuts. Meat is not traditionally a large part of the diet but is occasionally consumed by royalty. Sweets such as mochi are essential to the diet as well. The Imperial family's eating habits reflect their unique cultural identity while also adapting to modern influences.