A comprehensive guide to delicious and affordable must-try food in Japan

When arriving in a Japanese city, the first thing to be concerned about is not the local attractions or various shopping centers, but to try the most representative and popular local delicacies! (Including Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto)

Novel fully automated ordering system, with a surprise if you finish both the noodles and the soup. The average cost is only 1000 Yen, and it is open 24 hours. The recommended most delicious combination is regular thickness, soft noodles, 1/2 spicy, thin green onions, wood ear mushrooms, and egg (the wood ear mushrooms and soft-boiled egg are a must).

Obana Eel Rice

Obana eel is full of aroma, with the skin completely integrated with the fish meat, and there are no bones at all. It is undoubtedly a must-visit famous restaurant in the Tokyo eel rice rankings. The eel at Obana is made to order, so the waiting time can be quite long.

Sushi Chef's Choice Set

Chef's Choice Set (Omakase), which includes Tamagoyaki, Miso Soup, ten pieces of sushi, Tuna Sushi Roll, and you can add any additional sushi of your choice at the end. The fresh taste will make you exclaim!

Mame Tora Kaiseki Cuisine

Located in the charming capital known as Ginza, this kaiseki cuisine is a rare find; whether you choose a set menu or à la carte, you won't be disappointed.

Hinaiya Oyakodon

A restaurant named after the famous Hinai chicken, it operates as an izakaya in the evening and offers three exclusive lunch menus. The oyakodon is made by massaging the chicken with natural salt and grilling it over charcoal. The tender and juicy chicken pairs perfectly with the smooth egg sauce, showcasing the high-quality ingredients and meticulous preparation.

Kimukatsu Gen Pork Cutlet Bowl

Kimukatsu, a new style pork cutlet restaurant that is very popular among young people and women, has become a hot topic on TV and in magazines. It uses the loin part of Japanese branded pork, sliced into 25 ultra-thin layers, creating a soft, juicy, and refreshing taste. Once you try this super soft pork cutlet, you won't be able to eat any other pork cutlet!

Tsurutontan Udon

Extra-large bowls of udon noodles, open kitchen, exquisite decor, reasonable prices, and excellent taste. The menu changes with the seasons, offering dishes like chilled udon in the summer.

everywhere SUKIYA

The free red ginger in the store is super delicious. If you love spicy food, don't miss the spicy sauce here because the 'spicy' in other places in Japan is too mild. Nearby, you can also visit attractions: many classic spots have food around them, such as Akihabara, Sensoji Temple, Shinjuku, Nihonbashi, Shibuya, and Ueno Park.

Tsuruhashi Fugetsu | Okonomiyaki

Tips: 1. There are many branches in Osaka, with three in Umeda and one in Dotonbori. 2. The sauce is very sweet and can be overwhelming, so it's recommended to use a small amount if it's your first time trying it. 3. It's said that you can get a 10% discount at the Umeda branch with a passport. Nearby attractions: Umeda Hankyu Department Store Address: 2-16-22 Sonezaki, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka-fu Average cost per person: 1000 yen

Kani Doraku Dotonbori Main Branch

Great value for money! The lunch set menu is quite affordable, perfect for those who have difficulty making choices; each person can enjoy the most authentic crab dishes with just one set.

Wasabi Kushi Sanmi

A Michelin one-star restaurant that turns fried skewers into art, with all cooking processes completed in front of the diners. There is a small pickled dish wrapped in vegetable leaves, which is very good. You can ask for more after finishing it. After you call it a stop, there will be dessert, and the ice cream is also very good.

Fufu Zenzai Red Bean Mochi Soup

A small dessert that is very popular. There are also attractions nearby, located right next to Hozenji Temple in Namba Shinsaibashi. You can also get an ema plaque to hang up.

Kitamura KITAMURA

KITAMURA, once you try it, you'll know. It truly lives up to its over 100-year-old history. From reception to service to checkout, it's all handled by older men and women. But don't underestimate them; their service attitude and attentiveness are impeccable. The simple combination of sugar, mirin, and soy sauce with beef creates a powerful chemical reaction that is truly impressive. One can't help but praise it: Kansai sukiyaki at its best!

Yakitori Obanzai Yuji 1972

For just 2500 yen, you can enjoy a delicious traditional Japanese charcoal grill here. Treat yourself well, highly recommended!
It is said that during the autumn leaves and cherry blossom seasons, you have to queue for about two hours at this noodle shop. Burdock is the specialty of this shop, and the burdock tempura is simply amazing. A bowl of udon that brings tears to your eyes after eating.

Sushi no Musashi Sanjo Honten

Kyoto's most popular long-established conveyor belt sushi restaurant, also recommended by locals as an affordable and delicious sushi place. It is very popular, and people start lining up at 5:30 PM.

San Chu Soba

At the entrance of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path, there is a standing-only eatery (because it only has 12 seats) that is mysteriously popular! This restaurant specializes in soba noodles, and the prices are very affordable. In the Arashiyama area, the average cost of eating soba noodles usually exceeds 1000 yen, but San Chu offers soba noodles for just 450 yen, which is truly remarkable.

Bekkan Awata Sanso Kyoto Cuisine

The restaurant has a parking lot, making it convenient for both driving and cycling. Lunch bento can also be reserved in the Japanese-style room. It is located near Awata Shrine.
|As a small yet prestigious Michelin one-star restaurant, a single serving of eel rice here costs just over 2000 yen, making it very affordable. After ordering, the staff kindly reminds you: You can take photos here, but no flash photography is allowed.
The final soup of this hot pot is extremely delicious, which can be said to contain all the essence of fugu. The biggest highlight of the entire fugu cuisine is this zosui. It is highly recommended to try the salt-grilled shirako, 2 pieces for 2000 yen including tax. It is very tasty, just like the shirako in the movie 'Departures' that is so delicious it makes people feel conflicted.

Kaneko Hannosuke Tempura Rice Bowl

Recommended to dip the crispy anago fish and large shrimp in the secret sauce, enjoying the freshly fried, melt-in-your-mouth crispy coating and the sweet taste of the sea; break the half-cooked egg and let the egg liquid wrap around each plump and chewy grain of rice.