With transportation, lodging and all of those fun little souvenirs, a trip to Japan is notoriously expensive. One area you can save money is eating out. There are quite a few low cost, but incredibly delicious, restaurants in Japan’s beautiful cities. You do not need to stick with ramen and sushi only either, though those both are excellent choices and a must-have during your visit. Here are four budget restaurants you can enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Cafe Byron Bay
Start your day right by picking up a delicious coffee from Cafe Byron Bay. Expertly crafted lattes, cappuccinos and affogato drinks feature fun swirls and designs in the foam or cream on top. While you’re there, you might find it difficult to skip the delicious egg, bacon and toast breakfasts made right when you order. In addition to good food, you’ll love the warm, inviting atmosphere offered at this cozy little restaurant. Most dishes run from five to six hundred yen.
Annam
For lunch, consider kicking up the spice factor with some Indian cuisine from Annam. You can start your meal with an inexpensive appetizer and a tasty cocktail. Traditional entrees, like marsala, tikka and tandoori chicken, are all available here. You can also pick up perfectly prepared curries. You receive a side of rice and naan bread with every meal. Even with a drink on the side, your meal won’t cost more than 2000 yen. You can also return for dinner or just order snacks and cocktails for a relaxing evening after traveling through the bustling city.
Yudetaro Omori Sanno
Traditional Japanese fare is offered at Yudetaro Omori Sanno at a reasonable rate. Authentic ramen available here will warm you from the inside out. The mix of fresh vegetables, cut noodles and thinly sliced meat mingle together to create a culinary experience unlike any other. Chefs at this restaurant serve the egg and meat raw, so you can cook it to perfection in your ramen broth.
You can also order a large plate of nori topped noodles or white rice covered in fresh vegetables. You must order using the ticket machine at the front of the store, which adds an extra layer of fun to your meal experience.
Malins
Chefs at Malins pair UK cooking techniques with fresh seafood available from the surrounding ocean. Every dish served here is created from scratch that morning. Chefs slice up the potatoes for the chips, mix up the mushy peas, and hand bread the freshly filleted cod. You can also order battered sausage and pie made with steak, chicken or vegetables. To uphold tradition, ice-cold beer is available to complement your fish and chip meal. All of the meals cost under 1500 yen. Drinks run between 200 to 500 yen apiece.
Try each of the above restaurants to round out your dining experience in Japan. By eating budget meals, you can stretch your funds to really enjoy your trip to this exciting destination.
