Japanese Supermarket Food Tour in Asakusa Tokyo / Japan Travel Vlog

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Japan Vlog - Asakusa Tokyo Supermarket Food.
This video is about a super cheap supermarket that locals often go to.
There are also videos of street food in Asakusa, so check them out!
OK Asakusa store
【Address】 goo.gl/maps/jbfoPscJTwaWdhuC6
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【Contents】
0:00 Intro
0:45 About Asakusa Supermarket
2:30 Comparing prices
3:29 Onigiri & Cup Noodles
5:32 Ice Cream
6:21 Frozen Foods
8:30 Snacks
9:38 Bento & Chilled Foods
13:02 Useful Tips
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@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Are there such supermarkets in your country? If you think this video will help you on your travel to Japan, hit the like button👍 ★Asakusa Tokyo Street Food Guide kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZd7osJprsqomKM.html ★Asakusa Shopping Tour kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fJaodMiIu8m-mqM.html Would love to have your support!! 【Patreon】www.patreon.com/samurai_junjiro 【KZfaq Membership】kzfaq.infojoin \ Follow me! / Instagram：instagram.com/samurai_junjiro Twitter：twitter.com/samurai_junjiro

@anonymous134y 3 ай бұрын

what other supermarkets have similar prices to this one in Tokyo/Kyoto/Osaka/Nagano? Is this the only supermarket in Tokyo with these prices? or is it every OK store in Tokyo? Is there any other supermarket companies you recommend?

@helenachang8800 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing Asakusa area as well as taking your time comparing prices for your viewers! Deeply appreciative! Have a great weekend! Blessings!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Helena san :) I think this supermarket is affordable (super cheap) even for Japanese people, so it's a really great store!

@zeaugust0 10 ай бұрын

Damn...didn't even know that OK existed, ended up doing all my grocery shopping at Seyu.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Hello! Joe :) If you come to Asakusa again, please go there!

@zeaugust0 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro I'm going, thank you, nice video.

@graceyim2941 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the good narrating. ❤

@tippy4827 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for making such a detail video. Very informative.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Hi, Tippy :) Thank you for watching our video!

@LauraC369 10 ай бұрын

::: YEY!!!! EXACTLY WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR 🎉❤😊 THANK YOU SOO VERY MUCH !

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! We hope this video will help you :)

@ryanjolliffe 10 ай бұрын

I love learning about the better value, local spots even in busy areas like Asakusa. Thank you for taking the time to cover these topics and places!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

In the city center, supermarkets like this are rare, so even for Japanese people, these prices are surprising!

@highcommander2007 10 ай бұрын

Great video, loved seeing the choices.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@iflyana9361 10 ай бұрын

Excellent, informative video. Thank you for making it and sharing with us.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

We hope this channel will help you!

@Ten_522 10 ай бұрын

This video came at such a great time! 😆 I’m about to visit this area soon hahaha, thanks for the food tips!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

That's good! Definitely give it a try! ^^

@unebonnevie 10 ай бұрын

I didn't visit Asakusa when I was in Tokyo weeks ago, because Asakusa is pretty touristic. However, this supermarket sounds great to stock up drinks and snacks before leaving for a day trip out of Tokyo. Thank you for this video.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Sure, if you're looking to buy snacks or drinks, I recommend shopping at the supermarket :)

@mokisan 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much for the detailed video! This is so great for international travellers or those are new to japan

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@lurinisikava 10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for taking your time for price comparison!! And also showing your viewers about supermarkets in tokyo, your tips are always THE BEST for us tourists!! Thank you very very much, hope your channel continues to grow 🙏🙏🎉

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@ParisaParis1 10 ай бұрын

The video I need! Thank you! ❤😊🙏

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@biancabee7900 10 ай бұрын

Another great video. Well filmed.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thank you :)

@Youyu1234 10 ай бұрын

First time hearing about this supermarket. Thanks for sharing. I’ll visit there next time.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@StreetFoodSection 10 ай бұрын

This is really interesting video, never seen this type of content before!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that!! Thank you!

@graceyim2941 10 ай бұрын

The Uakisoba looks so good. 😋😋

@miguellsanchez2423 10 ай бұрын

I'll definitely give it a try when I visit Japan at the end of this year. I am almost jealous about the amount of different convenience foods at super affordable prices. In my country you couldn't buy the "Katsu" by itself for that price, let alone in that quality. Also great that you guys show also show the more local options for tourists 👍.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

This supermarket is surprisingly cheap even for Japanese people, so we recommend it!

@graceyim2941 10 ай бұрын

😋😋😋 Thank you for sharing this video. ❤️ ❤🌸

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@lailadartina6464 8 ай бұрын

Wow! This is good information for tourist! I'll definitely buy some drinks and snacks from this store. Thank you Samurai Junjiro-san!

@samurai_junjiro 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment! We hope this channel will help you on your travel to Japan :)

@Okami-Chan21 10 ай бұрын

Muchisimas gracias por la informacion! muy util😊❤

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

¡Hola! Okami-Chan :) ¡Espero que disfrutes este video!

@panasbodeethachaopas7268 10 ай бұрын

Really useful!! I'm going to go to Tokyo next month and I'll visit there.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@steveread3303 10 ай бұрын

Excellent .. thank you.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@DebiSenGupta 10 ай бұрын

Coming to Japan in a few months. And staying in Asakusa. So this is very useful. Thank you

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@andrewlawson4901 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the good video 😋😋😋

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Look forward to the next one!

@memecarreon3392 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, Junjiro and Akanemaru! Your channel is very helpful and informative to those who want to visit Japan. I watch all of your videos and advertisements as a way to support your channel. Thanks again!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Your comment brings me so much joy! I will continue to create even better videos for you in the future! Look forward to the next video too!!

@memecarreon3392 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro my daughter and I will be in Tokyo next month. Because of your channel, we learned a lot and we have been able to prepare our itinerary. We will visit most of the places you recommend in your videos. Best of luck in your channel and we will continue to support you! Arigatou!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

@@memecarreon3392 If you go to any of the places we introduced, it would be nice if you could comment on where you went! Hoping you have a great time making wonderful memories on your trip to Japan😆

@Sakura_gaoo 10 ай бұрын

Amazingly helpful, I'll go there, for sure 🤗 Arigato gozaimasu

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@marcelogalperin5233 10 ай бұрын

conozco bien el supermarket ., es buenisimo y rica la comida

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

¡Hola! ¡Marcelo! ¡Gracias por ver nuestros vídeos! :)

@annminty6562 10 ай бұрын

Very informative.I will travel solo to Japan in Oct.I don't know what to expect 😅 but your channel is great and helpful. 👍👍 🇦🇺🇦🇺

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that! Solo travel might be worrisome, but this channel has a lot of useful information. We think it will be helpful for you :)

@lannifincoris6482 10 ай бұрын

My hotel in Tokyo will be in Asakusa! I will give ok a try now. Thank you!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video!

@roldansalalila6544 10 ай бұрын

WOW...Thanks for this Video...we will visit this on our trip this year...

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

If you're planning to visit Asakusa, you should go there! ^^

@roldansalalila6544 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro Yeah we will...Thanks

@Expertsword 10 ай бұрын

some of these packages can be found in Los Angeles in japanese markets, but with a massive 3x-4x mark up! Onigiri cost 5x more in the US!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Wow! Even in Japan, convenience store onigiri are generally around 150 yen ($1.02), so I'm surprised at how affordable this supermarket is!

@ashleybui3366 10 ай бұрын

good tips for me, I'm going to Japan soon,thank you.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

We hope this channel will help you :)

@ashleybui3366 10 ай бұрын

@samurai_junjiro yup,it helps me a lot. I like to watch local ppl channels.

@kiyoshitakeda452 10 ай бұрын

Markets are better than conbini, but convenience has a price. Liked the market. Food looks very good. Thank you enjoyed.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

The store's effort to offer it cheaply is great!

@astroboy3507 10 ай бұрын

Yes we were at ok supermarket in April very good prices!!!! 👍🏻😊 Love kaki no tane kameda company is best quality!!!! I like the wasabi 🧑🏻‍🎤 And nice ice TIP!!! 😉

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Did you know OK? This supermarket has amazing prices even for Japanese people!

@astroboy3507 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro yes I know it! My wife is born in ASAKUSA 👍🏻

@evelyn1805 10 ай бұрын

I might not get a chance to stop by there but it's good to know there are plenty of food options at the supermarket if you're on a budget. Thanks again!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

It's also a good idea to use the supermarket to buy breakfast and souvenirs!

@evelyn1805 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro You're right, please make videos on other supermarkets you recommend and their limited special products like the ice cream and karaage!

@KingOskar4 10 ай бұрын

2:54 WHOA 😳 those are even cheaper than at Haneda/Narita airport. Wow! I am STILL planning my Tokyo Holiday, which starts estimated 19th of October, this year. I didn't even knew OK Asakusa existed when I was last time in Tokyo, granted, it was in 2018 or so, it was not open yet then. THANK YOU THANK YOU 🙏 for these tips! You are a great help for my October Planning.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! If you want to try various types of Kit Kat, we also recommend a place called Niki-no-kashi in Ueno. It's not as cheap as OK, but they have unique varieties that you won't find in other stores. We introduce it in this video! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/abd1ramarr-yeqs.html

@KingOskar4 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro Yes 😍 I checked the link provided and it looks amazing! I will add the Store to my Plan.

@catmi3068 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. This is very informative and useful since I will be going to Japan and my stay is right in Asakusa next month I was wondering if you are aware if Costco has the same snacks and if the price are competitive. I am only planning to buy snacks in Japan to take home for souvenirs and for myself. Thanks.

@samurai_junjiro 5 ай бұрын

This supermarket is in a not-so-obvious place, so many tourists who don't know about it often miss it. We hope this video will help you on your trip to Japan!

@Kams3 10 ай бұрын

We only went to Don Quijote. I'll make sure visit Ok next time! ❤

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

It's recommended store!

@gastev 10 ай бұрын

ありがとうございます

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

どういたしまして♪

@graceyim2941 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you as always! Grace san!!

@graceyim2941 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro My pleasure!🤗🤗

@ibrahimibrahim-hp1pr 8 ай бұрын

I miss those 7/11 onigiris with different fillings 😋

@beepboop4833 10 ай бұрын

Wow great prices! Is this one of the most affordable supermarkets?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! Yes, as far as I know :) They have over 100 stores mainly located in Tokyo.

@gabrigabriele1650 10 ай бұрын

you can find f free vegetable on park ... same kind of plant that growfreely in geen area are really good.

@pjpororo323 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, I am planning my visit soon, may I ask when you do the price comparison earlier on this video is for non members or members pricing? If its not for member, would the price be very competitive to the rest ? And is membership only for the locals?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Becoming a member will get you a 3% discount. A Japanese address is required for registration. Please note that the discount is only applicable for cash payments. Even if you don't become a member, it's still quite a good deal since it's already affordable :)

@nzkiwiboy 10 ай бұрын

Another great video, thanks. Have you given thought to doing a vegetarian / vegan video?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the video! If there's a good store, I'll be sure to introduce it to you!

@chihoang8306 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your useful video, we are visiting tokyo next month and staying in asakusa, so we will stop by this supermarket. Does this supermarket accept passmo card? We are considering about getting either passmo or suica 🤔

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video! You can also use PASMO. Most places that accept Suica also accept PASMO :)

@picnicondamoon8138 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for tips! i just wondering is they available a TAX free for tourist? thank you

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Yes, there is a tax-free service available. It applies to purchases of 5,000 yen or more. And a passport is required :)

@iheartarashi 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate you sharing what's offered in local supermarket! Do you know if there's microwave at the store to heat up some of the food?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watchiing our video! There probably wasn't a microwave there, so eating at the hotel would be a good idea. By the way, around noon, freshly made bento boxes are displayed, so they're still warm :)

@iheartarashi 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro Good tips! Thanks. I'm curious where do the local shop for affordable clothing?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

@@iheartarashi We always buy clothes at UNIQLO and GU😅 【Video】kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fL6AoNeDm6nKYZc.html

@BxEshadow 10 ай бұрын

Great video, would you say that living just on Supermarket food could be realistic in Japan, or would it present some risks ?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Food in Japanese supermarkets is cheap, so it's very convenient :)

@Namidagr 10 ай бұрын

do they have a branch in Ueno too? I shopped at a very cheap super market there, cant remember the name...

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! This shop isn't in Ueno. Is Takeya the cheap and famous option in Ueno, I suppose?

@luckytai-lan2166 10 ай бұрын

Do they drop the prices at night specifically from the bento corner?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching the video! If there's leftover bento at night, sometimes a sticker with a few percent discount might be applied.

@unebonnevie 10 ай бұрын

I love your pronounciation of "year" :-) Practice saying "yen" and it should be pretty easy to say "year."

@aidas2545 4 ай бұрын

Hi, when u re mentioning a credit card for payment. It is a local or International credit cards?

@samurai_junjiro 4 ай бұрын

You can use VISA or AMEX :)

@iamkimb3313 10 ай бұрын

Hi Thanks for sharing, we will stay in Asakusa in October! Is it Tax Free for tourists? 🙂

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Yes, they offer tax-free services. For that, a passport is required. Additionally, payment needs to be made in cash, not with a credit card :)

@Cath789 6 ай бұрын

Did they have a vareity of pre-made salads with lettuce?

@samurai_junjiro 6 ай бұрын

They were also selling a few types of salads :)

@ytdriving7211 10 ай бұрын

During my trip to Japan, I want to buy and eat a lot of delicious food at the supermarket in Tokyo 🤤🤤

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

There are many cheap and delicious foods in Japanese supermarkets!

@virgyta1 9 ай бұрын

thank you for sharing, btw what is the different between 272 yen and 293 yen in the price tag?

@samurai_junjiro 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching our video! It's the price including tax and the price excluding tax :)

@virgyta1 9 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro thank you for answer, i'll visit japan next month 😆

@maccanniec.2958 4 ай бұрын

Does the supermarket have microwave ovens for the bento meals?

@samurai_junjiro 4 ай бұрын

Yes, I think there was a microwave near the register :)

@szhinkoszhinko5006 10 ай бұрын

so for the foods that you feature is it Ok store member prices or non members? and is it free membership or no?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

This is the non-member price. Issuing a membership card costs 200 yen ($1.37). If you're a member, you'll get a 3% discount off the regular price, but this only applies to cash payments.

@szhinkoszhinko5006 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro awesome. thank you!

@ramdavid4510 10 ай бұрын

Hello. What is their rule for tax free? Do they also pack it same as donki? Thank you.

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

I'm not sure about the packaging, but as long as you have your passport, you'll be fine. The price applies if you purchase items totaling over 5,000 yen before tax.

@jasonreviews 8 ай бұрын

if i ever visit japan. I guess i'll never leave the grocery store because restaurants are too expensive. LOLs

@samurai_junjiro 8 ай бұрын

We recommend bento boxes from Japanese supermarkets and convenience stores as they are delicious!

@micoh4623 10 ай бұрын

How to walk there from asakusa tobu hotel?

@samurai_junjiro 9 ай бұрын

I haven't actually walked, but according to Google Maps it's about an 11 minute walk :)

@micoh4623 9 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro can I ask a question?in Shibuya station itself r all the train lines together in the station

@sherylramos2041 10 ай бұрын

Is OK tax- free also for tourists like Don Quijote?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the video! This shop offers tax-free services, similar to Don Quijote.

@sherylramos2041 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro Thank you for the info! I always watch your videos. They are very informative 😊

@pabloperyon8140 3 ай бұрын

Is there sushi as well?

@samurai_junjiro 3 ай бұрын

Yes, you can also buy sushi :)

@snehatandel9729 Ай бұрын

Do they accept only credit card or they also accept forex card and debit card?

@samurai_junjiro Ай бұрын

Credit cards can be used :)

@Rieperr 10 ай бұрын

Pistachio from Sicily... Doubt 👀

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the video!

@MonsieurFragMatiks 9 ай бұрын

how to be a member of OK ?

@samurai_junjiro 9 ай бұрын

You need to go to the service counter, but a Japanese address is required for registration. Even if you don't become a member, it's still quite a good deal since it's already affordable :)

@MonsieurFragMatiks 9 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro oh ok , haha thank’s for the tip .. i cant wait for my JAPAN 3 month trip in 2024 😍💯

@burnhardleeyow 10 ай бұрын

Tamade in Osaka is still much cheaper I guess?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

I heard Tamade for the first time :)

@unicornpower8975 10 ай бұрын

Hello, how do I become a member of OK Market?

@samurai_junjiro 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the video! It costs 200 yen to become a member. You'll also need to have a Japanese address. The price difference between members and non-members is around 3%.

@unicornpower8975 10 ай бұрын

@@samurai_junjiro Thank you so much for the Response!. 😊