A Yatai is a moveable food stall. They are found on busy streets or near and around train stations. Yatai sells a variety of Japanese fast food.
Oden and ramen are for sale in the food stalls. Walk under the awning and take a stool at the counter. Read the menu and place your order. You will receive your meal in a minute or two. Eat your food and people watch. The stalls are always near the busy sections of town.
Oden is a simple stew. Ramen are Chinese noodles in rich broth. Both dishes contain meats, vegetables and seafood of your choice. At a Yatai beer and sake are for sale, also.
Try a quick dish at a Yatai. The cheap and filling meals are some good buys for the traveler in Japan. Don’t let the thought of expensive food cause you to avoid travel in the wonderful country of Japan. Southeast Asia has several articles to help the traveler eat well and cheaply while in the country. Stop and read the other articles before leaving for Japan. Prepare yourself and enjoy your trip.
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