9 Best Cheap Oishii Eats to Try At least Once in Tokyo, Japan

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Best Cheap Oishii Eats to Try At least Once in Tokyo, Japan
It’s true
what they say - there’s something here for everyone, from fine dining, to
comfort food. And the funny thing is that you know you’re a dedicated foodie
when you’re willing to suffer in line for hours just to get a taste of the
latest food craze to hit your city. Tokyo is no
exception to this rule - and with all the different international local brands
setting up, you’re probably excited to do a lot of waiting in vain.


If your
patience is way up there and you are willing to scour the city for some great
food finds, then the best part is to try out these food fares that are not only
indispensable but also absolutely delicious. For sure, you’ll find more and
more restaurants, bars, and cafes popping up here and there that all caters to
okonomiyakis, takoyakis, and all that. It’s time for you to try these ones
first, as your baseline favorite food hits, when in Japan. Oishii
for sure.


Ramen
Ramen,
Japan’s iconic noodle soup dish, doesn’t only enjoy massive popularity in its
home country but all around the world. Eating authentic Japanese ramen is a
highlight for a lot of tourists, but the sheer abundance of shops and noodle
soup varieties can make this endeavor harder than it seems. Read more
at: https://livejapan.com/en/article-a0001853/




Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki
has been one of the most popular nations’ dishes in Japan. The dish offers a
variety of flavors and topping, and also people enjoy the process of making the
dish. Many Okonomiyaki restaurants offer self-cooking of the dish, so it’s a
fun experience, especially if you are a foreigner. Comparing to Sushi or
Tempura, Okonomiyaki is much more affordable, and some restaurants offer
all-you-can-eat courses. The dish is hugely known to be originated in Osaka and
Hiroshima cities, but of course in Tokyo, there are numbers of delicious
Okonomiyaki restaurants offering authentic tastes. So let’s take a look at my
list of the best Okonomiyaki restaurants in Tokyo including Shibuya and
Harajuku! Read more at: https://jw-webmagazine.com/8-best-okonomiyaki-restaurants-in-tokyo-shibuya-harajuku-etc-9bf1b8ddeb18


Negiyaki
Negiyaki,
which originated in the city of Osaka, is another savory pancake-like food from
the Kansai region. Although it’s also fried on a teppan grill, the main
difference from okonomiyaki and hiroshimayaki is that negiyaki doesn’t contain
cabbage. Instead, it’s made with finely diced Japanese leek (negi) mixed into
batter, resulting in a thinner pancake. Rather than okonomiyaki sauce, negiyaki
is typically eaten with soy sauce and topped with an additional helping of
green scallions. Read more: https://gurunavi.com/en/japanfoodie/2017/02/7types-of-japanese-pancakes.html?__ngt__=TT0f6b48ba6008ac1e4ae3e1U1PRmD8SvKYCsHG1LgKv6m


Takoyaki
Gindako is
a popular chain takoyaki stand all over Japan. Started in 1997, now there are
over 300 stores all Japan, and in many major cities such as Shinjuku, Shibuya,
and Akihabara. They also have spread their business to Hong Kong, China,
Taiwan, Thailand and Singapore. Their speciality is unique flavor such as
“cheese mentaiko”, “ebi (shrimp) tartar”. Read more: https://hubjapan.io/articles/5-best-takoyaki-places-in-tokyo-experience-local-food-of-japan



Soft
Serve Ice Cream
Tokyo takes
its desserts seriously, especially in summer when all we think about is where
to cool down with the best ice cream, kakigori shaved ice and other frozen
treats. From coffee soft-serve and cereal-infused ice cream to guilt-free
goodness and intense matcha delights, there's really something for everyone in
our super-cool list of the best cold stuff in Tokyo. Read more: https://www.timeout.com/tokyo/restaurants/best-ice-cream-in-tokyo



Soba
Soba is,
along with “Sushi”, “Tempura”, and “Unagi”, one of the foods that represent
best what traditional Japanese cuisine is all about. When you think about
Japanese noodles, the first thing popping in your head is most likely “Ramen”.
But the truth is that Soba has a much longer history within Japan, making it a
must-try food for any visitor. Soba is made of buckwheat flour, which gives it
a very distinctive flavor and scent. There are various ways of eating Soba
depending in the region, but the most common ways of enjoying Soba are;
“Mori/Zaru Soba” (boiled, cold soba eaten with a dipping sauce) and “Kake Soba”
(Soba served in a bowl of hot, clear broth). Read more: https://jw-webmagazine.com/5-best-soba-restaurants-in-tokyo-bd5c9e2e68fe


Katsudon
For those
sampling Japanese tonkatsu for the first time, you will likely find the cutlet
served in one of three ways: atop a bowl of rice, paired with Japanese curry,
or plated as a hearty sandwich. It is also commonly accompanied by a generous
side of freshly shredded cabbage and two complimenting
condiments—Worcestershire sauce simply called sosu and a Japanese mustard
called karashi. Read more: https://savorjapan.com/contents/more-to-savor/7-best-tonkatsu-restaurants-in-tokyo:-a-cutlet-above-the-rest/

Sushi
It probably
doesn't come as a surprise that the Japanese metropolis is home to the largest
number of sushi restaurants in the world (over 3,000!!!). With all that sushi
however, it's difficult to make a choice on where exactly to go. There are
sushi restaurants that fit all kinds of needs. In this article, we will
introduce some of the best restaurants for sushi classified by the following
genres:
Mid-range
priced authentic sushi restaurants, high-end authentic sushi restaurants,
conveyor belt sushi, standing bar sushi, all-you-can-eat-sushi. Read
more: https://favy-jp.com/topics/1535



Street
Food
There are
endless places to eat in Tokyo, and although the city boasts a handful of
Michelin Stars and high-end restaurants, we’re here for the cheap eats in
Tokyo! Think of this heaving metropolis and you’ll envision bright neon lights,
colourful flashing signs, weird and wonderful anime, and the juxtaposition of
futuristic skyscrapers with stunning historic temples. Think of things to eat
in Tokyo and you might envision trays of sushi and, well, not much else. But
the there is a whole world of Tokyo street food to uncover. You just need to
know where to look! Read more: https://www.hostelworld.com/blog/where-to-eat-tokyo-street-food/




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