Save Money with Food Waste Apps! How to Use TABETE and Reduce GO

Did you know about 'food waste reduction apps' that let you eat affordably while reducing food waste? Here are some popular services.

■ TABETE
An app that lets you buy end-of-day items from restaurants and bakeries at 30-50% off regular price.

How to use:
1. Download the app and register
2. Search for listings near your current location
3. 'Rescue' (purchase) items you like
4. Pick up at the store during the designated time

Bakery assortment sets are especially popular. You might get 800 yen worth of bread for just 350 yen.

■ Reduce GO
A subscription service at 1,980 yen/month that lets you pick up leftover food from partner restaurants up to twice a day. Popular with downtown office workers.

2 times/day x 30 days = 60 meals per month. That's just 33 yen per meal.

■ Too Good To Go (Popular overseas, expected to launch in Japan)
A hugely popular food waste app in Europe. Its launch in Japan is anticipated.

■ Benefits of Food Waste Apps
- Buy at 30-70% off regular prices
- Environmentally friendly consumption
- Try food from shops you wouldn't normally visit
- Enjoy surprise 'lucky bag' style sets from bakeries and cake shops

■ Things to Note
- Pickup times are limited
- You can't choose the menu (assortments are standard)
- Check in advance if you have allergies

Use these apps alongside KetchUP to search for cheap eats nearby and save smartly on food costs.

* Listed prices are from 2025. Prices may vary by location and time. Please check with each restaurant for current prices.