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2,000 yen All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku & All-You-Can-Drink at Tokiwa-tei Ueno Ameyoko Branch—a price that even Japanese people find surprising

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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

A surprising restaurant. A sushi and ramen set. Since both are craftsman-driven trades, this combination makes for a surprising restaurant.

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I’m Japanese. I found a restaurant that even surprised me—a place where you can enjoy a set meal featuring both sushi and ramen. I was curious, so I decided to check it out. This combination is rare in Japan. I’ve included the location at the end. That comes to 1,500 yen. Storefront It feels mysterious … Read more

Cheap Yakitori Izakaya Starting at 80 Yen per Drink.　”Japanese soul food! Tori-ichizu”

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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

I prefer orikarami. What is orikarami? Why is Sensuke delicious?

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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

Stayed at a hotel for 3,875 yen per night this time: Toyama Chitetsu Hotel

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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

Surprisingly, Toyama Prefecture’s miso ramen was delicious. Menya Tsukushi in Toyama Prefecture.

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The miso ramen shop inside Toyama Station. While the main branch is located away from the station, the station shop is convenient for travelers.Why is Toyama known for miso ramen? Nagano Prefecture is famous for miso, with the term “Shinshu miso” existing. While black ramen is actually Toyama Prefecture’s specialty, I enjoyed the miso ramen. … Read more