apt-2ldk Small Kitchen Usage Guide | Cook Your Own Dinner in Shin-Okubo

The kitchenette in apt-2ldk is compact, but the combination of "microwave + refrigerator + sink" is enough for 4 people to **save ¥5,000 on meals in one night**.

This article organizes supermarket picks in Shin-Okubo and heating instructions.

What to Buy at Shin-Okubo Supermarkets

01 | Bento | OK Store, Gyomu Super

Bento Box Section offers a variety of Japanese, Korean, and Chinese options. ¥400-800 per box. 30% discount during the last hour before closing.

We recommend purchasing bento boxes such as "Tempura Soba Bento," "Grilled Meat Bento," and "Korean Fried Chicken Bento" — items that maintain their texture well even when reheated.

02｜Beverages｜Beer, Happoshu, Canned Coffee

Japanese beer 350ml ¥220-280, happoshu ¥150-200. Canned coffee ¥100-150.

The refrigerator can chill over 10 cans.

03 | Small Dishes & Fruits | Tofu, Natto, Strawberries

Tofu ¥80, Natto ¥120/3 boxes, Strawberries ¥500/box. Basic Japanese breakfast set.

Fruits can be refrigerated and enjoyed as breakfast the next day.

Heating and Storage

04｜Microwave Heating｜Bento 1 min 30 sec

Japanese bento boxes can be heated directly in the microwave (the outer layer is heat-resistant). **1 minute 30 seconds at 500W** is just right.

Heat the soup separately to prevent splashing.

05｜Refrigerator Storage｜Can be stored for 2-3 days

Opened food items should be consumed within 2-3 days. **Beer, mineral water, and fruit juice** can be kept until checkout day.

Empty the refrigerator before checkout to prevent food from spoiling and avoid being charged a cleaning fee.

**Save ¥1,500 per meal by self-catering for one day; four people can save ¥40,000 in a week**——enough to cover one night's accommodation.

Rooms with kitchens: apt-2ldk room page.