This summer, I was able to come to Osaka for a drink. Since the second day of my three-day, two-night trip was completely free, I decided to go bar-hopping. At the suggestion of writer Suzuki Nao, we headed to a town called Senri. After bar-hopping throughout the morning, my companions said, "It's already 4 o'clock. 'Tokunaga' is..."

"It's so delicious, I can't even say it!" This phrase is unforgettable once you hear it, and it's the name of Yoshikami, a long-established Western restaurant in Asakusa. Their classic omurice, delivered from a lively kitchen, stands out even among the many other famous restaurants. This is Tokyo's Western cuisine, this is the taste of Asakusa. This time...

Founded in 1921, "Oroji" is a long-established restaurant located in a back alley in Shinjuku. Though there are various theories, it is said to be the one who coined the term "tonkatsu." Its specialty is not "katsu curry," but the one-of-a-kind "tondon." Enjoy this dish, which embodies the spirit of its founder, who trained in French cuisine, with a Kirin Lager beer...

Noguchi Fresh Fish Shop in Honjo Azumabashi is a popular restaurant with long lines. Managed directly by a tuna wholesaler at Toyosu Market, the food is both tasty and filling. Their signature seafood bowl is impressive, but they also have other dishes that will impress even the most discerning customers. We explore the charms of this downtown fishmonger's restaurant, which will satisfy not only tuna lovers but also any fish lover. Read more...