Tokyo Budget Food Guide: Best Cheap Eats Under ¥1000 + Asakusa Hidden Gems 2025
Fact-Checked 2025 Pricing
Tokyo Budget Food Guide
Verified Cheap Eats Under ¥1000 + Asakusa Hidden Gems
Authentic budget meals with accurate 2025 pricing across Tokyo’s best districts
Verified 2025 Pricing Information
All prices in this guide have been fact-checked against official sources and current market data. We’ve corrected pricing errors and updated all information to reflect the latest 2025 changes.
✓ Official Menu Verification✓ 2025 Current Prices✓ Under ¥1000 Guarantee
Top Verified Budget Options
Fact-checked prices from official sources
Sukiya Gyudon
¥480
Classic beef bowl with rice, the most affordable chain option in Tokyo.
Verified Official Price
CoCo Ichibanya Curry
¥646
Basic pork curry rice, Japan’s most famous curry chain.
Current Menu Price
Conveyor Belt Sushi
¥115-165
Per plate at Kura Sushi, Sushiro (corrected 2025 pricing).
Updated 2025 Pricing
Pelican Cafe Set
¥750
Famous toast sandwich set with coffee in Asakusa.
Verified Accurate
Hidakaya Ramen
¥420
Chinese-style ramen chain, updated December 2024 pricing.
Official Menu Confirmed
Konbini Combo
¥600-700
Onigiri + karaage + drink from any convenience store.
Market Standard
Tokyo Budget Food Areas
Shibuya
Youth culture hub with trendy cheap eats
Sukiya Gyudon¥480
Hidakaya Ramen¥420
Station Bento¥500
Shinjuku
Business district with lunch deals
Lunch Sets¥600-800
Department Stores¥700-900
Chain Restaurants¥500-700
Asakusa
Traditional area with street food
Pelican Cafe Set¥750
Street Snacks¥300-500
Local Teishoku¥800-950
Tokyo Station
Transportation hub convenience
Ekiben Bento¥800-1000
Character St. Snacks¥400-600
Food Courts¥600-900
Asakusa Hidden Gems
Local favorites in Tokyo’s traditional district
Traditional Street Food Paradise
Asakusa offers the most authentic budget food experience in Tokyo, with traditional snacks and meals that have remained affordable for generations.
Walking distance from Tokyo Skytree
Perfect for half-day food tour
Instagram-worthy traditional atmosphere
Street Food Crawl
Taiyaki (fish cake)¥200
Melon pan¥150
Ningyo-yaki¥300
Total¥650
Local Lunch Set
Pelican Cafe Toast Set¥750
Traditional Teishoku¥800-950
Asakusa Ramen¥600-800
All options verified as under ¥1000
Sweet Treats
Traditional dorayaki¥180
Kakigori (shaved ice)¥400
Soft cream¥300
Perfect for post-temple treats
Pro Budget Tips for Tokyo
Smart Strategies
Look for “ランチセット” (lunch set) signs in business areas
Use convenience stores strategically – they’re everywhere and reliable
Chain restaurants offer consistent pricing and quality
Department store food courts have diverse options under ¥1000
Avoid These Mistakes
Tourist areas like Harajuku can be 2x more expensive
Premium sushi restaurants are usually ¥3000+ per person
Hotel restaurants typically exceed budget limits
Always check prices before ordering – some places have hidden costs
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