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I don't know about anyone else, but food is a big draw for me in terms of visiting Japan. And for a food lover, I've found that department store food halls are basically a place of pilgrimage. They are generally found in the basement, and are often clearly marked (which just shows how popular they are). Once down there, you can buy a wide variety of food - meals, snacks and desserts. I've been to ones which have a small supermarket in them, fancy fruit, bento (lunch boxes), onigiri (rice balls), patisserie, baked goods...the list goes on. I think the only drawbacks are that they can get crowded, and that they can be a bit pricier compared to other places. But if you want a treat, they are completely worth it!
That's just my opinion, though. Have you been to any food halls and what did you think? Are they worth going to?
That's just my opinion, though. Have you been to any food halls and what did you think? Are they worth going to?