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Originally posted by matteo101
I am most likely going to Japan this summer for six weeks. I can't wait, it' going to be awesome. Is there any way to keep a low food budget, while still enjoying traditional cuisine?
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It is certainly possible.
Lunch in Japan is cheap nearly anywhere. Your best bet is to observe where the businessmen go to eat -- set lunches can be had for 6 to 9 dollars depending on where you go. Places where you buy tickets for your food tend to be cheaper. Noodle places with no seats (you stand at a counter) are really cheap, with the cheapest items going for $2.
Cheap, tasty cooked foods can also be found at supermarkets (called "suupaa") and convenience stores (which are everywhere). This is a good way to find cheap sushi as well -- and it's pretty good.
There are a number of chains that cater to people seeking affordable meals. Commit the following logos to memory:
for sushi
for various things served on rice
is also good
is another good one
is my favorite soba noodle place, there are many of them with the same sign
is a good place for Japanese curry
In black is the Japanese word for ramen, which is always good and cheap. (Ignore the red)
if you are brave.
Department store basements give away lots of free gourmet samples.
Conveyor belt sushi is not that expensive -- some places charge a little over a dollar for two pieces.