You don’t need to spend all your savings to get some top-notch sushi in Japan. I tried and tested a few of the cheapest sushi places around, and all of them are still much better than most of the crap you find in Europe. Try conveyor-belt sushi spots like Sushiro or Kura Sushi for affordable and a wide range of options. For a more authentic experience, try out Uogashi Nihon-Ichi or Sushizanmai, where you can find high-quality sushi at reasonable prices.

Although Japan’s probably not the most convenient country for vegans and vegetarians, Tokyo’s food scene is getting better and better when it comes to vegetarian and vegan diets. Many restaurants offer plant-based alternatives, such as vegan ramen spots like T’s Tan Tan in Tokyo Station, and Shojin Ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine) at Ukai Toriyama in Minato. Keep in mind that a lot of Japanese dishes contain fish stock (dashi) and in most restaurants it is kind of not done to ask for personal adjustments in a dish based on your diet. So either be open to make some exceptions here and there, or go for safe options.

To start, I’d say problematic. And unfortunately, that’s not a joke. Alcohol consumption in Japan is one of the highest in the world, and you’ll get that once you’re strolling around Shibuya or Shinjuku after midnight. Drinking is an integral part of Japanese social life, and there are countless izakayas where people gather after work to enjoy drinks and food. Don’t miss the chance to try Japan’s signature drinks like nihonshuu (also known as saké), shochu, or a highball (whisky with soda water).

Yep. Although Japan is living in the previous century when it comes to many facets, food delivery is definitely a common thing here. You can use Uber Eats, Wolt or the Japan-tailored version “Menu”.