Japanese low-cost eateries thrive in China as economy sputters

China's dining scene is buzzing as Japanese chains like Torikizoku yakitori, Sushiro conveyor-belt sushi and Saizeriya Italian eateries turn economic hardship into opportunity, drawing customers with affordable options amid a downturn.Torikizoku, a popular yakitori chain based in Osaka, opened its first mainland China location in Shanghai in late February. All items -- from skewered grilled chicken to beer -- are uniformly priced at 18 yuan ($2.50), following the same strategy used in Japan.This approach, which lets customers choose freely without worrying about price, is said to be key to …READ FULL ARTICLE