Tacos become popular affordable comfort food for inflation‑hit Japanese diners
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 23:58 UTC
- Sources: Nikkei Asia
A Nikkei Asia food piece notes a surge in taco consumption in Japan as consumers seek inexpensive yet satisfying meals amid rising living costs. Restaurants are adapting menus with localized flavors to attract price‑sensitive customers. The trend reflects broader shifts in Japanese dining habits.
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