Japan’s beloved tamago kake gohan (rice topped with a raw egg and soy sauce) used to be the ultimate budget breakfast. Lately, though, even this simple comfort dish feels like a splurge.
According to Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, rice prices jumped to 4,337 yen per 5 kg at around 1,200 supermarkets as of the week ending December 21. Eggs have also become pricier, driven by rising feed costs and fresh avian influenza outbreaks 🥚🔥
Students grabbing a quick meal before cram sessions and office-goers fueling up for the morning commute are feeling the squeeze. Some are swapping rice for instant noodles, topping their porridge with leftover curry, or experimenting with instant oats to stretch their meal budgets 🌾
For our savvy readers across South and Southeast Asia, it’s a reminder: even your simplest staples can surprise your wallet. Time to get creative in the kitchen! Who’s joining the #DIYBreakfastChallenge? 🚀
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Japan's affordable breakfast staple cracks under hard-boiled inflation
cgtn.com
