Under 10 Japan is a food guide for travelers in Japan. We show you how to eat like a local for under $10 per meal. Our guides cover everything from what to order, how to order, where to go, and cultural tips — so you can walk into any restaurant with confidence, even if you don't speak Japanese.
Anyone traveling to Japan who wants to eat great food without overpaying. Whether you're a solo backpacker, a couple, or a family — if you want to find incredible local food for under $10 per person, this is for you. Our guides are written in English and assume no knowledge of Japanese.
Currently, we cover Tokyo. We're expanding to Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka, and other popular cities soon. Lifetime pass holders will get access to all future city guides at no extra cost.
Free content includes food culture, history, price ranges, menu names in English, and basic tips. Paid content adds the actionable stuff: specific restaurant names, Google Maps links, step-by-step ordering instructions, mistake prevention checklists, and insider tips. Think of it as: free tells you what to eat, paid tells you exactly where and how.
Not at all! Our guides are designed for people who don't speak Japanese. We include Japanese text you can show to staff, visual guides for ticket machines and menus, and step-by-step instructions for every situation you might encounter.
Pricing & Payment
Questions about plans, payments, and refunds
No! All our plans are one-time payments. You pay once and get access for the duration of your plan. There are no recurring charges, no auto-renewal, and no hidden fees. Ever.
Weekly ($5) — Best for short trips (3-7 days). You get everything you need.
Monthly ($10) — Best for longer stays (1-4 weeks) or slow travelers.
Lifetime ($15) — Best value overall. Perfect if you plan to visit Japan again or want access to all future guides and cities.
Yes! We offer a 48-hour refund guarantee on all plans. If you're not satisfied for any reason, contact us within 48 hours of your purchase and we'll issue a full refund — no questions asked.
We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and many local payment methods through Stripe. All payments are processed securely.
You'll still be able to read the free portions of all guides. Only the premium content (restaurant names, maps, ordering instructions) will be locked again. You can purchase a new pass anytime you need it for your next trip.
Using the Guides
Tips for getting the most out of your guides
Yes! You can save any guide page in your browser for offline reading. We recommend saving your most-needed guides before heading out for the day. The Google Maps links will work when you're back online.
We regularly verify and update all our restaurant recommendations. Each guide shows the last updated date at the top. The major chain restaurants (Yoshinoya, Sukiya, Matsuya, etc.) have thousands of locations and are very reliable.
We include allergy and dietary information where applicable. However, eating with strict dietary restrictions in Japan can be challenging. We recommend checking our guides in advance to plan meals that work for you. We're also adding more vegetarian/vegan-friendly options.
You can reach us at our contact page or email us directly. We typically respond within 24 hours. For urgent questions during your trip, paid plan members get priority support.