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[Blog/syupo] Kichijoji's "Maruken Shokudo": A taste preserved by two generations of parents and children. A relaxing drink at a restaurant with exquisite mackerel miso.

Located in a residential area just a short walk from Kichijoji Station, Maruken Shokudo is a restaurant that has long been loved by locals. Established in 1960, Maruken Shokudo offers heartwarming, home-cooked meals at affordable prices. It's the perfect place for "dinner drinking," enjoying a la carte dishes and drinks, as well as set meals.

[Blog/Simmered Mist] A blackboard display that surpasses the pavilion at the World Expo! Kitakagaya "Oku"

Kita-Kagaya "Oku" is a popular bar in Kita-Kagaya that has been open for half a century and is open from 2pm. The previous day, I took a gamble and tried to sneak in just an hour before closing, but was firmly turned away. Today, I was the first to arrive, eager to get in. The L-shaped counter...

[Blog/syupo] Ueno's "Tachinomi Kadokura" serves delicious "Buta Hirayaki"! A teppan standing bar run by a yakiniku restaurant

Kadokura, a standing bar nestled in the hustle and bustle of Ueno's Ameyoko district, has the air of a place that seems to have been in business for decades, but it's relatively new, having only opened in 2009. It's already a staple of Ueno's daytime drinking scene. Its parent is actually a long-established yakiniku restaurant. Their signature pork stewed on a hot plate in front of the store...

[Blog/syupo] Odawara's "Tenshiro Sushi" serves exquisite local horse mackerel nigiri! A famous sushi restaurant serving locally sourced sushi made with freshly caught seafood from Sagami Bay

I want to eat sushi. And not just gizzard shad or conger eel prepared in the Edomae style, but local fish freshly caught in Sagami Bay. When I feel that way, I might head not to Toyosu or the downtown area from the city center, but to the castle town of Odawara, just a short ride on the Romancecar from Shinjuku. This time, I'll be taking the trouble to...

[Blog/Parikko] Pig's feet from "Kadoya Pig's Feet" in Namba, Osaka

For the second time this year, I took advantage of work to go on a drinking tour around Kansai. I usually go on drinking tours with people who live in Kansai, but this time I arrived in Shin-Osaka in the afternoon and didn't have any plans until the evening. This was my chance to drink alone in Osaka. Oh, I know, I should go to that bar...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] The ultimate drinkable fish shop! Koiwa's "Uo Kei"

Koiwa "Uo Kei" Located in a residential area of Koiwa, Uo Kei is a local fish shop where locals come to get takeout sashimi. The freshness and reasonable prices are reflected in the drinks served inside the shop, making it a representative Tokyo "fish shop where you can drink." The second-generation head chef is in charge of butchering the fish, while the third-generation chef...

[Blog/syupo] Shinkoiwa's "Gojuban" is the ideal local Chinese restaurant with 60 years of history! The famous restaurant's omelet rice is a taste that will tempt you with Kirin.

Tucked away in an alleyway where Shin-Koiwa's shopping district turns into a residential area is a long-time local Chinese restaurant, "Gojuban," established in 1965. The restaurant's vermilion tables evoke a nostalgic atmosphere, and the exquisite omelet rice with plump eggs is a true local Chinese masterpiece. The ramen is also a great value at 400 yen...

[Blog/syupo] Mikawashima's "Yakiniku Yamadaya" was founded in 1964 and is a downtown yakiniku mecca where hormone lovers gather!

Mikawashima, Arakawa Ward, is said to be Tokyo's oldest Korean town. Privately run yakiniku restaurants dot the area around the station, and the mouth-watering aroma wafts through the air. Among the many famous restaurants, one that has continued to attract foodies since its founding in 1964 (Showa 39) is Yakiniku Yamadaya. It's worth making the effort to visit...

[Blog/syupo] Otsuka's "Sushidokoro Uokan" has been in business for 33 years! This family-run, traditional sushi restaurant offers elegant side dishes and reasonably priced premium nigiri sushi.

One night when you suddenly feel like eating sushi, you'd rather enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks at a warm, family-run establishment rather than a bustling entertainment district like Ikebukuro. Of course, a popular establishment! Sushidokoro Uokan is the place to visit for those times. You'll find classic local sushi here...

[Blog/Parikko] Garlic Bread from Yagichan in Shakujii Park

Located on a quiet street just a few minutes' walk from the station, this bar is frankly not that conspicuous. It might seem intimidating at first glance, but when I popped in a few years ago, I was surprised by how well-known it was. Its defining characteristics can be summed up as cheap, delicious, and serving the most flavorful Hoppy beer in the area. It's a quiet, reserved bar...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Cheap, delicious, and captivating: Shimokitazawa's "Yocchan"

Shimokitazawa's "Yocchan": There's a bar with a suction power stronger than a Dyson, a Shark, or even a Makita dust collector. I thought about exploring new places in Shimokitazawa, but I always ended up being drawn to "Yocchan." It was closed for a while, so I...

[Blog/syupo] Ueno's "Tenju" is a famous Edomae tempura restaurant founded in 1928. Enjoy a delicious golden tempura bowl with lunchtime drinks.

Tensuzu, a famous tempura restaurant nestled in the dignified alleys of Ueno Hirokoji, is a long-established restaurant founded in 1928 (Showa 3) that will soon celebrate its 100th anniversary. Enjoy the flavors of this renowned restaurant, which has been recognized as a Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide, along with a drink, from lunchtime. A professional...

[Blog/syupo] Ueno's "Toraji-tei" - A plate of Tsurami for just 880 yen! Established in 1945, this restaurant continues the history of the black market with its counter-style yakiniku.

In the backstreets of Ueno, there is a place where time seems to stand still. "Toraji-tei" is a yakiniku restaurant that has been in business since 1945. This restaurant, which originated from a postwar black market, is the perfect place to toast to a meal of yakiniku by yourself tonight! The smoke, the smell, and the energy are all perfect companions to your drinks. This restaurant is perfect not only for yakiniku enthusiasts, but also for bar lovers...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Delicious doteyaki! Amagasaki's "Masamuneya" is a daytime drinking paradise

Kagaya, Tokiwa Shokudo, Wadaya, Ikomakken... There are several well-established, well-known restaurants in Tokyo that are "unmistakable" branch stores. Meanwhile, there's another branch in Osaka and Hyogo called "Masamuneya," whose name alone makes you want to pop in. "Masamuneya" in Amagasaki, Hanshin...

[Blog/Suzuki Nao] Get off at Okamachi Station on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line and Minoh Line and try a drink

In this series, Suzuki Nao explores the towns he visits, starting from the station and walking around the area, asking people he meets about the town and chatting with bar owners to discover the charms of each town and its residents. This time, he takes a stroll around Okamachi Station on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line. LIFULL HO...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] Even though it's far from the station, it's always full! Experience the true power of a real bar at Awajiya Direct Sales Store

Awajiya Direct Sales Center in front of Higashiichiba Market Heading north from Higashiichiba-mae Station on the JR Yamatoji Line, you'll find Higashiichiba Market, which supports the food needs of Osaka residents. A further 10 minutes' walk from there will bring you to the Awajiya Direct Sales Center, a striking green tent with a well-worn shop curtain hanging from it. The tent...

[Blog/syupo] Sakae "Fukusuien" - The perfect late-night meal! Rich and delicious fried rice from a long-established Chinese restaurant in a multi-tenant building

It's 10 PM in Sakae, Nagoya's entertainment district. Even if you want to grab a beer and satisfy your hunger, many establishments are closed. Fukusuien, however, is a reliable spot, open until midnight and offering a homey atmosphere. This time, we'll introduce a late-night spot in town where you can enjoy their popular fried rice...

[Blog/syupo] Nishiarai's "Chokoya Main Branch" is a famous roaster yakiniku restaurant founded in 1954, where the smoke is a treat

Chokoya Honten is a long-established restaurant founded in 1954. Though it's located in a residential area of Tokyo's Adachi Ward, it's a renowned restaurant that attracts a steady stream of people who take the local bus to get there. They offer incredibly fresh offal grilled in a well-used gas roaster, and a special final dish, "meat rice," that can only be enjoyed here. Even the smoke feels like a spice...

[Blog/syupo] Asakusa's "Edomae Mimatsu Sushi" is a famous restaurant founded in 1958! The exquisite battera and Kenbishi sushi are preserved by a mother and daughter team.

Edomae Mimatsu Sushi has been in business since 1958, with roots in Asakusa. Along with their nigiri sushi, which showcase the art of Edomae sushi, the mackerel pressed sushi "Battera," a dish that has been available since the restaurant's founding, is a must-try. Enjoy Asakusa-inspired sushi at the counter, where you'll be warmly greeted by the second-generation female chef and the proprietress...

[Blog/Nikomi Mist] A blissful evening of stewed offal and Hoppy at Torimatsu in Shin-Maebashi

Torimatsu in Shin-Maebashi is a local yakitori restaurant that has been in business for over half a century and is now run by the second generation. No blood relation to the original owner, Torimatsu has inherited the restaurant name and has been in business for about 10 years. I was drawn in by the rope curtain and...

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