Simmering Mist

羽田空港の帰り道、一杯ひっかけて帰りたくなった時に寄り道する居酒屋は、大森「蔦八」立会川「鳥勝」品川「みかさ」などなど何件か思い浮かびますが、その選択肢を増やすべく今回、"フライト前"の羽田に向かう途中に立ち寄った平和島「山水」さん。大森...

鍋の味変アイテム 煮込みもそうですが「鍋」の美味し季節がやってきました！ ってなわけで、辛い物が好きな私ですが、鍋を食べているとお椀によそった２杯目くらいから、味変したい気分になりますよね！ そこで、常に冷蔵庫でスタンバ...

松江「寿し秀」 米子空港に着いたのが20時。車を安全運転で飛ばし、松江の繁華街に到着したのがだいたい21時。 「やまいち」や「にかく」など4軒ほどフラれて凹んでいる中、“遅くまでやっている”という情報を頼りにたどり着いたのが「...

Ozone "Tsunekawa" A liquor store, a fish shop, a supermarket. Just adding the word "drinkable" to everyday establishments somehow makes them seem more appealing. Especially if it's a traditional establishment, you might wonder, "Why can you drink alcohol?" and "What kind of atmosphere can you drink in?"

It was the middle Sunday of the long weekend. I wanted to go to Naruko in Yonago, which is closed on Sundays, but I went there with a slight hope that it might be open since it was a three-day weekend, but it was closed. So I sharpened my sense of smell and finally found...

北加賀谷「おく」 昼の14時から開いている創業半世紀になる北加賀屋の人気酒場。 前日の閉店1時間前、一か八か、滑り込みで入れるか行ったもののしっかり断られ、本日は鼻息荒めの口開け一番乗り。 L字カウンターのネタ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Nihonzutsumi "Maru Chiba" Just a 10-minute walk from both Minamisenju and Minowa. While not particularly conveniently located, Maru Chiba is a popular bar that captivates drinkers from all over Tokyo, and is always full to capacity. I'm one of them, and I try to get to the neighborhood at least once a year if I can...

Sapporo "Nozawa" Located just outside of Susukino, "Nozawa" is a Jingisukan restaurant that is a must-visit for me when I visit Sapporo. Founded in 1997, the restaurant is currently run by the second-generation owner and a young staff. For the past 15 years or so, I've made it a must-visit when I visit Sapporo...

My recent favorite thing to do when drinking in the countryside is to finish off a night with some local sushi. An acquaintance in Sapporo told me about a great local sushi restaurant that was delicious and, above all, fun, so I hopped on the subway from my hotel in Susukino and headed to Kita 24-jo in high spirits. I was heading towards Matsumoto in Kita 24-jo...

Mizutani, Gifu Located in Gifu, the hottest prefecture in Japan, Mizutani is a pub that will keep bar lovers hot. Open from 2 p.m., this renowned bar, established over 70 years ago, is a representative of Gifu, attracting not only Gifu drinkers but bar lovers from all over the country. Mizutani, Gifu...

Nemuro is a port town with a long history. Its history is older than Hokkaido's major cities, Sapporo and Asahikawa, and it is second only to Hakodate in terms of prestige. We strolled around the bars early in the day in search of a "bar with a spectacular view" that's rooted in the city and difficult to find online. 17...

From the hotel near Nemuro Station, I headed north toward the port. After descending a hill with a great view, the bustling downtown area of Nemuro unfolded before me. I had done some research beforehand, but I decided to sniff around my "Hanabi" and head to a nice-looking izakaya. The streets were quiet before 5 p.m. Still...

Ogikubo "Momiji" Founded in 1977, Ogikubo "Momiji" is celebrating its 49th year. It will soon reach half a century. Located a 15-minute walk south from the station, it's located near Kanpachi, and its striking exterior and interior, combined with its unbelievable prices, attracts customers from both the local area and far and wide...

Kushiro is the birthplace of robatayaki, whelk grilling, and even zangi (chicken stew). Its culinary culture is so full of delights that no matter how many stomachs you have, it's not enough. However, Hokkaido is also rich in seafood. While you're there, why not try some delicious raw fish at a sushi restaurant? While it's still light out...

Kushiro is the sixth most populous city in Hokkaido. It's said to be the city where you can see one of the world's three most beautiful sunsets, and as the sun sets, many tourists gather at Nusamai Bridge over the Kushiro River, eagerly awaiting the perfect moment.