The Japan Podcast -- Episode 075 -- "How to Save Money in Japan"  Become a Patreon of The Japan Show Right Click to Download the Episode | iTunes | Stitcher Show Notes:  Cook yourself  Local Supermarket in the evening (Look for the 50% off sticker)  Freezer is your friend  Eat at home  Bring your lunch to work during the week  Buy things that are in season (Veggies and fruits)   Local Farmers Markets  Fish markets will have deals on several fish (fish bundles)  The "Save your change daily method".  Wholesale Markets (Costco, Mr Max)  Check Apps and websites for coupon (i.e. McDonalds)  100 Yen Stores and Supermakets  Point Cards Shop Online  Get travel money but ride your bicycle or walk (ride the train there and walk home, take the bus instead of the train to save a 100 yen here and there, cycle if at all possible)  Sukiya, Yoshinoya, etc.  Don't join a gym, hit up the local parks and sports ...