50.9% Opt for 'Slightly Luxurious' Home Meals as Inflation Deters Dining Out; 65.8% Prefer Foods 'They Cannot Make Themselves'
A survey by Alulu Mall, operated by System Research Co., Ltd., revealed that while 62.0% are dining out less due to inflation, about half of them are upgrading their home meals. Consumers particularly seek restaurant-quality flavors difficult to replicate at home, within a budget of 1,000 yen.
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System Research Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nagoya, Aichi), operator of 'Alulu Mall,' conducted a survey on 'Home Gourmet Trends Amidst Rising Prices' targeting men and women aged 20-50 nationwide.
According to the survey, 62.0% of respondents have refrained from dining out due to inflation. Among them, 50.9% answered that they have made their home meals 'slightly more luxurious' while cutting back on eating out.
When asked about what foods they are willing to spend more on, 'things I cannot make myself' topped the list at 65.8%. More than half of the respondents set a budget limit of under 1,000 yen per item.
Key Findings:
- Over 60% are Refraining from Dining Out: A combined 62.0% answered 'Often' or 'Sometimes' when asked if they have avoided dining out due to price hikes.
- 50.9% Upgrade Home Meals: While reducing dining-out expenses, many are changing how they enjoy food by being more selective or choosing slightly better items for home consumption.
- Preference for 'Hard-to-Replicate' Foods: At 65.8%, foods that are difficult to make at home were preferred over restaurant-style flavors or convenience, highlighting the value of professional craftsmanship.
- Price Tolerance Under 1,000 Yen: 54.7% set their limit within 1,000 yen, showing a balance between the desire for luxury and a realistic budget.
Survey Overview:
- Target: Men and women aged 20-50
- Date: May 18, 2026
- Valid Responses: 300
According to the survey, 62.0% of respondents have refrained from dining out due to inflation. Among them, 50.9% answered that they have made their home meals 'slightly more luxurious' while cutting back on eating out.
When asked about what foods they are willing to spend more on, 'things I cannot make myself' topped the list at 65.8%. More than half of the respondents set a budget limit of under 1,000 yen per item.
Key Findings:
- Over 60% are Refraining from Dining Out: A combined 62.0% answered 'Often' or 'Sometimes' when asked if they have avoided dining out due to price hikes.
- 50.9% Upgrade Home Meals: While reducing dining-out expenses, many are changing how they enjoy food by being more selective or choosing slightly better items for home consumption.
- Preference for 'Hard-to-Replicate' Foods: At 65.8%, foods that are difficult to make at home were preferred over restaurant-style flavors or convenience, highlighting the value of professional craftsmanship.
- Price Tolerance Under 1,000 Yen: 54.7% set their limit within 1,000 yen, showing a balance between the desire for luxury and a realistic budget.
Survey Overview:
- Target: Men and women aged 20-50
- Date: May 18, 2026
- Valid Responses: 300
FAQ
物価高騰の影響で外食を控えている人の割合はどのくらいですか？
調査の結果、62.0％の人が「よくある」「たまにある」を合わせて外食を控えたことがあると回答しました。
外食を控える代わりに自宅の食事を贅沢にする人はどの程度いますか？
外食を控えた人のうち、50.9％が自宅で食べるものを少し贅沢にしたことがあると回答しています。
自宅で少しお金をかけてもよいと思う食品の基準は何ですか？
「自分では作れないもの」が65.8％で最多となり、次いで専門店の味や調理の簡便さよりも「家庭での再現性」が重視されています。
自宅での少し贅沢な食品に対する1商品あたりの許容額はいくらですか？
「500円未満」と「500円〜1,000円未満」を合わせて、54.7％が1,000円以内と回答しています。
「創作品モールあるる」とはどのようなサービスですか？
株式会社システムリサーチが運営する、商品の背景や生産者の想いを重視したコンテンツを提供するショッピングモールです。