I was a bit skeptical, so I went to check if that super-cheap restaurant still offers meals at similar prices. The store was cramped and packed with people, so I was nervous about whether I’d be able to get in as I stepped inside. A standing bar where you can order a dish for just … Read more
About an hour’s drive from Tokyo. Chiba Fishing Port. Unlike in Tokyo, this sushi restaurant serves fresh fish. It’s a hugely popular spot even in Chiba. Yamato Conveyor Belt Sushi in Chiba of Japan Total amount I spent on food It’s inconvenient without a car. Inside the store There may be a wait during busy … Read more
I was looking for an affordable and delicious restaurant for a get-together with friends. But I really wanted to eat yakiniku. Tokiwa-tei Ueno Ameyoko Branch Tokiwa-tei Ueno Ameyoko Branch Inside the store The entrance is hard to find. This restaurant is located inside a building that houses many other eateries. There are so many signs, … Read more
Looking for an authentic yet affordable dining experience in the heart of Tokyo? If you’re near UenoOkachimachi station, Tori-ichizu (とりいちず) is a visit. Known for its incredible cost-performance, this chicken specialty restaurant offers everything from juicy yakitori to rich collagen-filled hot pots without breaking the bank. Tori-ichizu This time, two adult men spent a total … Read more
Another cozy solo drinking session tonight. Bought some sake for the first time in ages. “Sensuke Junmai Ginjo Origarami”—I really like origarami. Origarami refers to sake that’s bottled with a slight cloudiness, intentionally leaving behind the “ori”—the fine particles of rice and yeast solids—after the pressing process, rather than removing them through “ori-hiki” (sediment removal). … Read more
About three hours by bullet train from Tokyo, you can enjoy travel and gourmet dining on the Sea of Japan coast. From Tokyo, it takes about three hours by bullet train to reach the Sea of Japan coast, where you can enjoy travel and gourmet dining. It also serves as the gateway to the Tateyama … Read more
