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[Blog/syupo] Mito's "Kinkai Cuisine Nao" serves stir-fried clams and Tokiwa seafood. A traditional restaurant on Nakadori Street in Izumicho

About a 20-minute walk from Mito Station along the main street, Izumicho, near Keisei Department Store and the Mito Art Museum, is a long-established nightlife district. Located in a back alley in this area, on Izumicho Nakadori, is Nao, a renowned izakaya restaurant known for its seafood caught in the Tokiwa Sea and homemade dishes, as its name suggests. Tonight, we'll be...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] A long-established restaurant with a low barrier to entry! Have a drink at "Krasno," the leader of Taisho

Founded in 1949 (Showa 24) just after the war, when many famous bars were born, Taisho "Krasno" got its name from the fact that the first owner was a prisoner of war and went to Krasno, Russia. Now run by the second and third generation owners, they are truly like the "general commander of the Taisho era."

[Blog/syupo] Kanda's "Shokuba" is a tarnished bar in a back alley. A hideaway for adults who love fish and sake.

Kanda is a huge, labyrinth-like city for us bar lovers. While new buildings are springing up due to redevelopment, famous restaurants that retain the atmosphere of the Showa era still thrive in the back alleys. One of these is the Taisho Kappo Shukuba restaurant we visited this time. It has been providing relaxation for Kanda's corporate warriors since the Showa era...

[Blog/syupo] Asakusa Kannon-ura "Gyoza-ho Ryuo" - A red noren curtain that appears only at night. Toast with hand-made gyoza and bottled beer

North of Sensoji Temple, in the Kannonura area, away from the hustle and bustle of tourists, stands a quiet red sign that lights up at night. Gyoza-ho Ryuo is a popular Chinese restaurant that specializes in hand-made dumplings. I savor the garlicky gyoza and wash it down with a cold beer. Looking for a nostalgic and relaxing evening drink, I'm back again tonight...

[Blog/syupo] Ueno's "Uokusa" - A standing bar serving fresh seafood delivered directly from Sanriku fishermen! Savor authentic flavors in the chaotic Ameyoko area

Ameyoko in Ueno is overflowing with tourists. Amid the hustle and bustle of international food stalls, there is one standing bar that is a magnet for fish lovers. "Uokusa" is a famous bar where you can casually enjoy fresh seafood delivered directly from fishermen in Sanriku and other areas, along with rare Japanese sake. It's a great place to stop by after shopping or before a meeting...

[Blog/syupo] Aoto's "Katsujo" - a shockingly thick 2cm cutlet curry! A famous backstreet restaurant serving rich, delicious cutlet curry

Aoto is a strategic location on the Keisei Line. Located in a back alley in front of the station, on the second floor of a building, Katsujo is a tonkatsu restaurant that has a constant line of locals waiting to get in. Founded about 40 years ago, this Showa-era restaurant is run by a veteran couple, and serves an astonishing 2cm thick "katsu curry" and Sapporo Lager...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Behind the renovation of Minami-Funabashi LaLaport, the ever-famous restaurant "Anglerfish" shines

Zeus opened in 1993 and closed in 2002. IKEA opened in 2006. And in October 2025, LaLaport will undergo a major renovation. In the area around Minami-Funabashi Station, there used to be a dizzying array of pretentious buildings that came and went...

[Blog/syupo] Asakusa "Chinese Restaurant Asahi" A 100-year-old Chinese restaurant behind Kannon, serving black label gyoza from lunchtime

Behind the bustling tourist spot of Sensoji Temple is the area commonly known as "Kannonura." In this area, where the atmosphere of the red-light district still lingers, you'll find Asahi Chinese Restaurant, a long-established restaurant with a history dating back over a century. Founded in 1914, the restaurant continues to attract people of all ages and genders. Enjoy a beer with their famous gyoza for lunch...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Eat oysters at a famous restaurant that is closed for the winter! Akkeshi Kaisan

The fishing town of Akkeshi The sea of Akkeshi I first heard the name "Akkeshi" at the bar "Akkeshi" in Oizumi-gakuen. From there, I had the image of "Akkeshi = oyster and clam fishing," and it was a town I had always wanted to visit. Akkeshi Kaisan Such...

[Blog/syupo] When it comes to Takasaki's long-established bar, Toriban is the place to go! Enjoy authentic yakitori and the famous croquettes in this post town on the Nakasendo road.

Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, is one of the major terminals in northern Kanto. A key transportation hub where the Shinkansen junctions, Takasaki Station is lined with department stores and commercial facilities. While the city is bustling with people, finding a long-established bar where adults can relax and enjoy a drink can be surprisingly difficult. Away from the hustle and bustle of the station...

[Blog/syupo] Asakusa's "Kamameshi Mutsumi" - Even the wait is delicious! Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Kannon-ura at this famous kamameshi restaurant that has been in business for half a century

This time, we visited Kamameshi Mutsumi, a famous restaurant in Kannonura, Asakusa. Their signature dish is kamameshi, made fresh from raw rice after it's ordered. While waiting for the rice to be cooked, you can relax and enjoy seasonal dishes and sake, creating a relaxing, adult atmosphere. Away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas, this restaurant is a local favorite...

[Blog/Simmered Mist] Half a century of tolerance! Minami Koshigaya Golden Gai "Suehiro"

Minamikoshigaya "Suehiro" is located in Minamikoshigaya Golden Gai, just outside the north exit of Minamikoshigaya Station. Established nearly half a century ago, Suehiro was founded around the same time Minamikoshigaya Station opened. Located in a corner of Minamikoshigaya Golden Gai, the "face" of the area, Suehiro is a long-established izakaya (Japanese pub) offering popular sake...

[Blog/syupo] Hatchobori's "Yamafuku Ramen" is famous for its curry-flavored Paiko! A long-established local Chinese restaurant where you can keep bottles and enjoy a drink.

Hatchobori is within walking distance of Tokyo Station. Home to many securities firms and major corporate offices, this area is bustling with businessmen during the day. Restaurants can be a battleground, especially at lunchtime, but at night, it's surprisingly quiet and a great place to enjoy a drink. The restaurant we're introducing this time is Yamafuku Ramen...

[Blog/syupo] Nishikasai "Taisho" - A must-see for retro lovers! Enjoy lunchtime drinks at this Showa-era yakiniku restaurant. The yakitori stall in front of the restaurant is also a specialty.

Nishikasai Station is a 15-minute ride on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line from Otemachi. The station opened in 1979, and the surrounding shopping district was formed around the same time. What was once a newly developed residential area has now become a charming streetscape. A yakiniku restaurant that has been part of the town's history is like a drive-in...

[Blog/syupo] Shinjuku's "Teuchi Soba Watanabe" - Enjoy lunchtime drinks without the tempura! A famous family-run soba restaurant with 50 years of history on the west side of the station

The west exit of Shinjuku Station is filled with the Yodobashi Camera theme song and the excitement of people looking for home appliances and digital devices. I've been there many times since my student days, but I never imagined that such a long-established store would be located right in the middle of this hustle and bustle. Founded in 1972 (Showa 47), stepping through the noren curtain...

[Blog/syupo] Reservations are required at Ueno's "Yakiniku Yamada"! Enjoy the classic local yakiniku (black label) for just 260 yen. Also available in winter: kejang.

The Ueno/Okachimachi area has long been a hotbed of yakiniku restaurants, with mouth-watering aromas wafting from every direction. Among them is Yakiniku Yamada, a restaurant with a quarter-century of history and immense popularity among locals. This time, we'll be introducing a cheap, delicious restaurant that's so popular it's difficult to get in without a reservation...

[Blog/Simmered Mist] Minamisuna's "Hyotan" - a rewarding bar within walking distance

Minami-Suna "Hyotan" I was introduced to "Hyotan" by a black belt at my favorite Minami-Suna restaurant, Yamashiroya. It's a 15-minute walk from Nishi-Oshima and a fair distance from Minami-Sunamachi. It's definitely worth the walk, and this long-established izakaya, beloved by locals, has been around for a long time. It's been renovated and the exterior is brand new, but...

[Blog/syupo] Mitaka's "Ajitakaan" has been serving soba noodles for 90 years, and the thick "curry bowl" goes perfectly with beer from lunchtime.

Located at the south exit of Mitaka Station, this single-story building faces the bus route. "Ajitakaan" is a local soba noodle restaurant that has been in business since 1934. The restaurant is open all day, and you can see people enjoying local sake and soba appetizers from lunchtime. This time, instead of soba, I decided to try the rice bowls that are unique to this restaurant. syupo

[Blog/syupo] Matsudo's "Taisho Kappo Daikoku" offers a tub of sashimi for just 1,500 yen! Enjoy seafood at this drinker's paradise located underground in front of the station

When it comes to Matsudo's most famous seafood izakaya, it's "Taisho Kappo Daikoku." As the name suggests, the restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine, prepared by skilled chefs, yet the prices are still affordable. This renowned restaurant offers the perfect combination of quality, portions, and affordability.

[Blog/syupo] Kichijoji's "Mariya": The key to its flavor is yam! A long-established okonomiyaki restaurant with tatami flooring that has been in business for 70 years

Okonomiyaki Mariya is a long-established restaurant that began as a liquor store in 1955 (Showa 30). It was housed in a wooden house that witnessed the changes in Kichijoji, but finally moved in 2020. However, the tatami room style, reminiscent of beach huts and guesthouses, remains intact. Enjoy wine while eating okonomiyaki...

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