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Old Aug 20, 2014 | 1:07 pm
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abmj-jr
 
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There are no stupid questions from first time visitors. :-)

The included breakfast buffet is one of the things I look for when booking a room. Not that the lower cost business hotels offer a sumptuous array but I don't really need a fancy breakfast. Some eggs or meat, miso soup, a little salad and bread are really all I want anyway. I also like the grilled fish and simmered vegetables that are sometimes available but many westerners will not find them appetizing at breakfast.

Japanese scrambled eggs are always very loose and runny. I can handle that ok but if you can't, look for a cooler case or pot of hot water with hard boiled eggs. Omelet squares will also be cooked more to western liking but will often be lightly sweetened. Most hotels will offer a wide variety of breads for toasting and rolls in addition to the ubiquitous rice.

If you haven't tried miso soup, do give it a try. I'd rather have that and some tea than a cup of coffee at breakfast.

If you want a "morning set" breakfast, you will probably have to leave the hotel and find a coffee shop. They tend to be small little spots with a few tables and can be recognized by the menu board out on the sidewalk in front. The offerings always seemed a bit on the small side for me. I guess I just need a little more than toast and coffee in the morning.
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