Do you think you can sit at a proper table in Asakusa, enjoy a draft beer, and have two authentic Chinese appetizers—like century eggs and twice-cooked pork—for just 1,080 yen? Sounds like mission impossible, right? In most places, a small bottled beer alone would easily set you back 700 yen or more.
But don’t worry, I’ve done the digging for you and found an incredibly cheap gem. While the name sounds like a typical, old-school Japanese ramen shop, it’s actually an authentic “Gachi-Chuka” (real Chinese) place run by a Chinese staff. Of course, you can grab a full meal there, but you can also order extra drinks like Dewar’s highballs or add more appetizers without breaking the bank. It’s hands down the cheapest and tastiest way to get a good buzz around here!