Travel to Japan

Sake

Sake is the traditional Japanese alcohol, brewed from rice using a process similar from beer making. It is usually clear, and can be served either hot, room-temperature, and sometimes chilled. Can't be in Japan and not try the variations of Sake!

Blue Sky

Blue Sky, the rotating restaurant atop the short (original but not so much.. I have seen one of these babies many years ago In Punta del Este, Uruguay in south america.) tower of the New Otani, serves up delicious Chinese food, buffet style. Delicacies include Peking duck, Szechwan and Cantonese fare. The restaurant revolves 360 degrees in the space of an hour, allowing you to enjoy the meal from every angle. The lunch buffet is JPY3,500 and the dinner buffet, JPY6,300. Booking is advisable at weekends. A comprehensive list of alcoholic drinks is available.

Chopsticks safety?

I know that the japanese culture it's really different from ours and I LOVE it for that, I love Japan but imagine my face when I came across this advertisment in a japanese restaurant.

I mean, I know I look kinda dummy, but it was really necessary? well don't answer that *lol* I can imagine my brother and his friends doing something that stupid creative.

So pay attention to the japanese bilboard and don't play with your food err chopsticks.  and remember to Burp before you eat I can't imagine why but they consider it good manners (they are an upside world lol)

Eat for less

Sure, a meal in Tokyo can easily set you back thousands of yen but it doesn't have to! Here are some quick tips to help you find delicious food for less yen.

1. If you're desperate for cheap food and don't want to eat at a restaurant then hit the local combini, or conveince store. Some major names are Family Mart or The Daily. They have packaged meals that can be heated upon request. You can also buy somewhat healthy snacks like onigiri (wrapped rice balls) for less than 100 yen. Meals like noodles or sushi can range from 200-700 yen.

2. Try to find street food. There is a lot of street food for sale in places like Harajuku (along the street just south of the station). This food is fresh and can be quite delicious. A box of noodles usually costs about 500 yen.

3. Eat at a cheap chain 'family' restaurant. Typical family restaurants include Johnathans and Dennys. They will often have menus with English as well. A main course can run from about 800 - 1600 yen. Service is friendly and prompt and of course no tip is necessary.

4. Take your chances at a local eatery. Look for places with a menu outside so you can check out the prices. Also, be aware that some restaurants charge 'sitting fees' or 'snack fees'. Be sure to ask in advance if there will be any extra charges. Have a great time trying new food!