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There are various theories, but Kushiro, which is said to be the birthplace of robatayaki, is also apparently the birthplace of zangi. I'm weak to the word "origin." Especially when it comes to fried chicken, which I've loved since I was a child. I was breathing heavily, hungry, and hadn't eaten lunch yet...

The area around Keisei-Tateishi Station is undergoing redevelopment. Edoyasu, a long-established sushi restaurant that had been operating for many years in the iconic "Drinking Alley" was demolished along with the streetscape, but in January 2025, it made its long-awaited reopening in a new location. While retaining its old atmosphere, the restaurant has added new charm...

Fujisawa is home to an incredibly popular local Chinese restaurant. It's called "Daishin," and it's open from lunchtime until 4 AM. Established more than 50 years ago, it's a popular restaurant known to all locals. Their signature dish, gyoza, isn't particularly distinctive, but it's incredibly delicious. Read more here ↓ ...

It's about an hour's ride on the Nishitetsu Railway from Tenjin, central Fukuoka. Passing through the lush countryside of the Chikugo Plain, our destination is a 20-minute bus ride from Nishitetsu Daizenji Station. Kanehiro, a long-established restaurant specializing in river fish, sits on the banks of the Chikugo River. It's a popular spot for freshwater fish, especially during the very hot season from May to mid-July.

Kaiyo Shokudo, a set meal restaurant that's hard to incorporate into your travel plans without a car, is a 15-minute walk south from Akamine Station, one stop from Naha Airport. We arrived there in perfect conditions, enjoying a pleasant stroll on a crisp, clear day before the rainy season. Kaiyo Shokudo in Tomigusuku City...

While Nanokamachi is famous for being the bustling area around Yamagata Station, the Kanamori Liquor Store we're introducing today is located on the opposite side, at the west exit. This area was once home to the Japan National Railways facilities, and is now marked by the landmark "Kasugai Central." Once you pass through this building, you can easily access the store without getting wet in the rain. It's a three-minute walk from Yamagata Station...

Yamashiroya Sakaba is a long-established establishment that was founded as a liquor store in 1897. The current building is over 70 years old, making it a very rustic bar, but the counter, tables, and tatami rooms are filled with local customers, all drinking and chatting away in a lively and enjoyable atmosphere.

The Keikyu Line is rarely used except for trips to and from Haneda Airport. On the flip side, when I take the Keikyu line back to Haneda, one thing inevitably comes to mind: Torikatsu's special stew. Tachiaigawa Bridge: The Tachiaigawa River, where the restaurant is located, was once the site of the Suzugamori execution grounds.

Jizake Yasuda is a corner bar in Monzennakacho where you can enjoy local sake from noon. Bring in your favorite dish and enjoy local sake and craft beer from all over the country at a casual atmosphere at this popular local eatery. syupo

The textile district of Nippori is attractive for its people walking around in search of fabrics and the warm atmosphere of locally-rooted stores. In the spring of 2025, a longtime plan finally came to fruition and a corner liquor store opened for business. The owner's daughter...

Ikenoue is the third stop from Shibuya on the Keio Inokashira Line and next to Shimokitazawa. It has been 12 years since it moved to this location, and 18 years in total since its establishment. We have come across an attractive bar that local drinkers would like to go to even if they had to get off at Ikenoue Station. Ikenoue "Kumahachi" ...