Hello, everyone.
This time I am going to write an article about "Water in Japan".
It will be a short article, but please refer to this article when you come to Japan for a trip.
Is Water Free at Restaurants in Japan?
In Japan, when you want to drink water at a restaurant, you will not be charged for ordering water. Ordering just water is not allowed, but if you have ordered other menu items, it is usually free. Also, you will often be offered water when you are seated after entering the restaurant, but this water is a service and is free. You don't have to say no every time.
Why is water free in Japan?
The reason for this is "tap water". Tap water in Japan is highly safe by world standards, and drinking it does not cause any health hazard. And tap water is cheaper than apprentice water. Therefore, it is okay to provide it for free. Basically, what is provided free of charge at restaurants is chilled tap water. Many people may feel uneasy when they hear tap water, but I have never heard that they "get sick" after drinking tap water in Japan. If you are thirsty or drunk, feel free to order water.
What should I do if I want to drink water at a restaurant?
If you want to drink water at a restaurant, you can get the water in a cup by reading the clerk and ordering "Please give me water." However, there are many self-service restaurants, and most of them are self-service when dining at a family restaurant or food court. In that case, after ordering the food, you will have to go to a place where you can pour water and pour it into a cup. If you don't understand, please ask the clerk. I think you can tell me.
Some shops charge for water.
Water may be charged. I will tell you three situations where water is a paid shop.
1. 1. If it is a luxury store.
If you are a luxury store, you may be charged for water. If you are particular about water and provide mineral water, you will be charged a separate fee when you order water.
2. In the case of a cash on shop.
In this case, you may be provided with water from a plastic bottle. In this case, you may be charged a picture of "PET bottle water".
3. 3. Illegal shop
In central Japan, there are "stores that charge illegal amounts". In the case of such a store. You may be charged as high as 2000 yen ($ 20) for water alone. Also, these stores are often run by gangsters and mafia, so it's a good idea to contact the police immediately.
Please be careful not to enter such a store. As a specific warning, we recommend that you do not enter stores that are soliciting customers on the street. In Japan, it is often illegal to guide customers to a store on the street. Therefore, we recommend that you do not enter a store that does such an act.
What did you think?
Born and raised in Japan, it seems unusual to be charged when ordering water at a restaurant.
It makes me wonder, "What? Does water cost money?" How much water is in your country? Please let me know!
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