Early breakfast availability in Japan?
I'm planning a trip to Japan in a couple months.
Here in Korea, shops and restaurants often don't open until late morning--even most coffee shops aren't open for breakfast. The main exceptions are places like convenience stores and McDonald's. As much as I enjoy a McMuffin, I don't want to eat one every day that I'm in Japan.
Are there places open for breakfast in Japan? Or should I look into reserving a room in a hotel that includes breakfast?
When I travel, I like to try the local food. And I don't usually eat big breakfasts, but I like to have something to carry me through until I find lunch/my next meal--especially since I may not be on my regular schedule or know when I'll be eating again. It's difficult to enjoy a trip with a growling stomach.
japan food-and-drink
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I'm planning a trip to Japan in a couple months.
Here in Korea, shops and restaurants often don't open until late morning--even most coffee shops aren't open for breakfast. The main exceptions are places like convenience stores and McDonald's. As much as I enjoy a McMuffin, I don't want to eat one every day that I'm in Japan.
Are there places open for breakfast in Japan? Or should I look into reserving a room in a hotel that includes breakfast?
When I travel, I like to try the local food. And I don't usually eat big breakfasts, but I like to have something to carry me through until I find lunch/my next meal--especially since I may not be on my regular schedule or know when I'll be eating again. It's difficult to enjoy a trip with a growling stomach.
japan food-and-drink
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
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asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
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2
Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
16
@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
16
@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
4
You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
3
@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24
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show 11 more comments
I'm planning a trip to Japan in a couple months.
Here in Korea, shops and restaurants often don't open until late morning--even most coffee shops aren't open for breakfast. The main exceptions are places like convenience stores and McDonald's. As much as I enjoy a McMuffin, I don't want to eat one every day that I'm in Japan.
Are there places open for breakfast in Japan? Or should I look into reserving a room in a hotel that includes breakfast?
When I travel, I like to try the local food. And I don't usually eat big breakfasts, but I like to have something to carry me through until I find lunch/my next meal--especially since I may not be on my regular schedule or know when I'll be eating again. It's difficult to enjoy a trip with a growling stomach.
japan food-and-drink
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
I'm planning a trip to Japan in a couple months.
Here in Korea, shops and restaurants often don't open until late morning--even most coffee shops aren't open for breakfast. The main exceptions are places like convenience stores and McDonald's. As much as I enjoy a McMuffin, I don't want to eat one every day that I'm in Japan.
Are there places open for breakfast in Japan? Or should I look into reserving a room in a hotel that includes breakfast?
When I travel, I like to try the local food. And I don't usually eat big breakfasts, but I like to have something to carry me through until I find lunch/my next meal--especially since I may not be on my regular schedule or know when I'll be eating again. It's difficult to enjoy a trip with a growling stomach.
japan food-and-drink
japan food-and-drink
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
edited Nov 24 '16 at 18:54
Blaszard
8,6571449105
8,6571449105
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
asked Nov 17 '16 at 22:10
miltonautmiltonaut
681716
681716
2
Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
16
@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
16
@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
4
You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
3
@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24
|
show 11 more comments
2
Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
16
@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
16
@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
4
You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
3
@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24
2
2
Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
16
16
@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
16
16
@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
4
4
You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
3
3
@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24
@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24
|
show 11 more comments
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Yes, there are tons of places open for breakfast in any Japanese city. In particular, cafes open early and nearly always offer a Western-style "morning set" (モーニングセット) usually consisting of toast, eggs and coffee. Here's the morning menu at Doutor, one of the larger chains, but local mom-and-pop cafes also have similar offerings.
A "proper" full American/English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes etc) is harder to find in Japan. Outside large Western hotels where you'll pay through the nose, your best bet is likely family restaurants (ファミレス famiresu), some of which open early and offer this. Denny's, in particular, is ubiquitous and does a reasonable facsimile for 500 yen and up: http://www.dennys.jp/menu/select-morning/
If you're looking for a more local experience, Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya also open early and serve Japanese-style breakfasts, typically rice, miso soup and grilled fish (search for 朝食). Just beware the raw egg, which you're supposed to stir into your rice, and the little plastic pack of natto (fermented soybeans), which most non-Japanese find tough going, particularly first thing in the morning. Or if you're an adventurous eater, go to your local market and have raw fish for breakfast with the fishermen!
answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
jpatokaljpatokal
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Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
|
show 1 more comment
In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with egg, cheese, ham and other foods popular to Westerners, as well as fish and sushi. Eggs are very popular.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
add a comment |
You can always go to nearest 24x7 "kombini" and buy obento in Japan.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
vdudouytvdudouyt
1814
Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
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Yes, there are tons of places open for breakfast in any Japanese city. In particular, cafes open early and nearly always offer a Western-style "morning set" (モーニングセット) usually consisting of toast, eggs and coffee. Here's the morning menu at Doutor, one of the larger chains, but local mom-and-pop cafes also have similar offerings.
A "proper" full American/English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes etc) is harder to find in Japan. Outside large Western hotels where you'll pay through the nose, your best bet is likely family restaurants (ファミレス famiresu), some of which open early and offer this. Denny's, in particular, is ubiquitous and does a reasonable facsimile for 500 yen and up: http://www.dennys.jp/menu/select-morning/
If you're looking for a more local experience, Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya also open early and serve Japanese-style breakfasts, typically rice, miso soup and grilled fish (search for 朝食). Just beware the raw egg, which you're supposed to stir into your rice, and the little plastic pack of natto (fermented soybeans), which most non-Japanese find tough going, particularly first thing in the morning. Or if you're an adventurous eater, go to your local market and have raw fish for breakfast with the fishermen!
answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
jpatokaljpatokal
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Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
|
show 1 more comment
Yes, there are tons of places open for breakfast in any Japanese city. In particular, cafes open early and nearly always offer a Western-style "morning set" (モーニングセット) usually consisting of toast, eggs and coffee. Here's the morning menu at Doutor, one of the larger chains, but local mom-and-pop cafes also have similar offerings.
A "proper" full American/English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes etc) is harder to find in Japan. Outside large Western hotels where you'll pay through the nose, your best bet is likely family restaurants (ファミレス famiresu), some of which open early and offer this. Denny's, in particular, is ubiquitous and does a reasonable facsimile for 500 yen and up: http://www.dennys.jp/menu/select-morning/
If you're looking for a more local experience, Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya also open early and serve Japanese-style breakfasts, typically rice, miso soup and grilled fish (search for 朝食). Just beware the raw egg, which you're supposed to stir into your rice, and the little plastic pack of natto (fermented soybeans), which most non-Japanese find tough going, particularly first thing in the morning. Or if you're an adventurous eater, go to your local market and have raw fish for breakfast with the fishermen!
answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
jpatokaljpatokal
115k18354514
7
Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
|
show 1 more comment
Yes, there are tons of places open for breakfast in any Japanese city. In particular, cafes open early and nearly always offer a Western-style "morning set" (モーニングセット) usually consisting of toast, eggs and coffee. Here's the morning menu at Doutor, one of the larger chains, but local mom-and-pop cafes also have similar offerings.
A "proper" full American/English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes etc) is harder to find in Japan. Outside large Western hotels where you'll pay through the nose, your best bet is likely family restaurants (ファミレス famiresu), some of which open early and offer this. Denny's, in particular, is ubiquitous and does a reasonable facsimile for 500 yen and up: http://www.dennys.jp/menu/select-morning/
If you're looking for a more local experience, Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya also open early and serve Japanese-style breakfasts, typically rice, miso soup and grilled fish (search for 朝食). Just beware the raw egg, which you're supposed to stir into your rice, and the little plastic pack of natto (fermented soybeans), which most non-Japanese find tough going, particularly first thing in the morning. Or if you're an adventurous eater, go to your local market and have raw fish for breakfast with the fishermen!
answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
jpatokaljpatokal
115k18354514
Yes, there are tons of places open for breakfast in any Japanese city. In particular, cafes open early and nearly always offer a Western-style "morning set" (モーニングセット) usually consisting of toast, eggs and coffee. Here's the morning menu at Doutor, one of the larger chains, but local mom-and-pop cafes also have similar offerings.
A "proper" full American/English breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes etc) is harder to find in Japan. Outside large Western hotels where you'll pay through the nose, your best bet is likely family restaurants (ファミレス famiresu), some of which open early and offer this. Denny's, in particular, is ubiquitous and does a reasonable facsimile for 500 yen and up: http://www.dennys.jp/menu/select-morning/
If you're looking for a more local experience, Japanese fast food chains like Yoshinoya also open early and serve Japanese-style breakfasts, typically rice, miso soup and grilled fish (search for 朝食). Just beware the raw egg, which you're supposed to stir into your rice, and the little plastic pack of natto (fermented soybeans), which most non-Japanese find tough going, particularly first thing in the morning. Or if you're an adventurous eater, go to your local market and have raw fish for breakfast with the fishermen!
answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
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answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
jpatokaljpatokal
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jpatokaljpatokal
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answered Nov 18 '16 at 0:11
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Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
|
show 1 more comment
7
Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
7
7
Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Great suggestion about the fishermen. One friend of mine did it and said it's an awesome experience.
– Itai
Nov 18 '16 at 5:47
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
Thanks for the suggestions, but I'll skip the fish market. Not a fan of fish in raw or cooked forms. Blech. >.<
– miltonaut
Nov 18 '16 at 11:59
1
1
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
hi @miltonaut, hmm, it's a shame you don't enjoy fish - Japan is the home of fish cuisine and almost everything there is a bit fish based. Perhaps you will learn to enjoy fish, when in Japan.
– Fattie
Nov 18 '16 at 12:49
1
1
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
Interesting, I rarely found anything that looked like a proper western style breakfast in my travels in Japan. Often if I had a hankering for hearty eggs, I had to wait until the afternoon for オムライス omelette places to open.
– Paul
Nov 19 '16 at 0:23
1
1
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
@Paul You should have headed to the nearest famiresu! Added this to my answer.
– jpatokal
Nov 19 '16 at 4:16
|
show 1 more comment
In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with egg, cheese, ham and other foods popular to Westerners, as well as fish and sushi. Eggs are very popular.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
add a comment |
In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with egg, cheese, ham and other foods popular to Westerners, as well as fish and sushi. Eggs are very popular.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
add a comment |
In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with egg, cheese, ham and other foods popular to Westerners, as well as fish and sushi. Eggs are very popular.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
In the neighborhoods which have a subway or rail stop there are many places which serve breakfast items just outside the stations. I tried everything from pastry filled with egg, cheese, ham and other foods popular to Westerners, as well as fish and sushi. Eggs are very popular.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
Nicholas CimatoNicholas Cimato
411
answered Nov 18 '16 at 3:31
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add a comment |
You can always go to nearest 24x7 "kombini" and buy obento in Japan.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
vdudouytvdudouyt
1814
Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
add a comment |
You can always go to nearest 24x7 "kombini" and buy obento in Japan.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
vdudouytvdudouyt
1814
Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
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You can always go to nearest 24x7 "kombini" and buy obento in Japan.
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You can always go to nearest 24x7 "kombini" and buy obento in Japan.
answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
vdudouytvdudouyt
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answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
vdudouytvdudouyt
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answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
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answered Nov 18 '16 at 10:40
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Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
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Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
Please explain in English for all us non-Japanese speakers. 'konbini' (コンビニ) = 'convenience store' e.g. 7-Eleven. 'bento' = single-portion takeout/ home-packed meal (rice + fish/meat + pickled/cooked vegetables). Unlike in Western convenience stores, this is incredibly healthy and fresh.
– smci
Nov 19 '16 at 14:26
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Having to get out to get your breakfast is a huge waste of time, you're much better off eating a decent breakfast in a hotel.
– Count Iblis
Nov 17 '16 at 22:21
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@CountIblis It depends how you travel. If you don't want a big breakfast, grabbing a quick croissant or danish and coffee at a coffee shop can be much faster and cheaper than a full breakfast at a hotel. I'd say it's a matter of personal preference.
– Zach Lipton
Nov 18 '16 at 0:00
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@CountIblis The OP is asking about Japan, where eating yesterday's supermarket bread for 2 of your 3 meals would mean missing out on a whole lot of incredible food.
– jpatokal
Nov 18 '16 at 3:30
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You may want to rethink your idea of breakfast at McDonald's in Japan.
– fkraiem
Nov 18 '16 at 3:36
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@CountIblis I typically see Hotels charging ridiculous amounts for breakfast, which,if staying in a city, can be gotten much better and cheaper in many nearby cafes, or much quicker buy buying on the move pastries for a tenth or less of the price of the Hotel breakfast.
– CMaster
Nov 18 '16 at 13:24