In the vicinity of Tennoji Station, I searched for Akashiyaki and found it on the basement second floor of a building near the station. The location was quite easy to find. Despite the somewhat awkward time around 3 o'clock, the restaurant was 80% full with everyone enjoying Akashiyaki. Since it was hot today, many people were drinking beer. It was great to have a cold beer with Akashiyaki.

I have been interested in this place for a while. It's a great spot for daytime drinking and it's smoker-friendly. The Akashiyaki is fluffy and creamy, and the yakisoba is delicious! They also have okonomiyaki, so I want to try a variety of dishes next time. I saw someone order the pork kimchi on their way out, so I'll take my time to look at the menu and choose something for myself.

When I came to Osaka, I made sure to visit this restaurant as soon as it opened. I usually only have Akashiyaki, but today I wanted to try takoyaki as well. The takoyaki was delicious too. I was very satisfied! Thank you for the delicious meal. I will definitely come back again.

The atmosphere is like a normal izakaya! The woman in the kitchen greeted us with a smile, which left a good impression. We ordered a set of Akashiyaki and Modanyaki. The Akashiyaki was fluffy on the outside and creamy inside, with a delicious broth. The Modanyaki was also tasty and the cost performance was excellent.

This place is a great spot for smokers. The food is delicious and affordable. I ordered a set of Akashiyaki and Okonomiyaki. I sat at the counter and watched as they cooked the Akashiyaki right in front of me. The hot broth and fluffy Akashiyaki were amazing. By the time I finished the Akashiyaki, the Okonomiyaki was ready. It was crispy and delicious. I want to try more dishes next time!

I visited during Golden Week and was able to enter the restaurant right before it opened after waiting in line. I ordered Akashiyaki and Okonomiyaki. The Akashiyaki was fluffy and delicious, but the Okonomiyaki was incredibly tasty and satisfying. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again!

The planned visit to Takotsubo was full so we couldn't get in, but we really wanted to eat Akashiyaki, so we visited this place instead. We ordered Akashiyaki, Okonomiyaki, and Lemon Chu-hai. Personally, I felt that the Lemon Chu-hai was a great value as it came in a large jug. Both the Akashiyaki and Okonomiyaki were delicious. I might consider revisiting this place when I crave Akashiyaki. Thank you for the meal.

We decided to start our Kansai trip with okonomiyaki, so we visited Takohachi around 11:30 on Sunday. We ordered a draft beer, grilled squid, Akashiyaki, and the "Mantoku Modern" okonomiyaki. Although we later realized it wasn't particularly Osaka-style, we enjoyed the ice-cold beer, tender squid, fluffy Akashiyaki, and the satisfying Mantoku Modern. The value for money and quality were exceptional, something you wouldn't find in Tokyo! By the time we finished eating, there was already a line forming outside. We were glad we got in early!

Visited for lunch again while suffering from a hangover. Had Akashiyaki and a lunch set with rice and miso soup. The miso soup is delicious. The egg adds a creamy texture. The retro atmosphere of the Showa era and the music are soothing. I prefer Akashiyaki over takoyaki, especially when hungover. Thank you for the meal.

In a corner of the underground shopping area in Tennoji, there is a small shop located in the basement of a building. It is just past 1 p.m. on a Sunday afternoon, after the peak hours, but customers continue to come and go without a break. The shop is named "Akashiyaki Ichitaku" (Akashiyaki is a type of octopus ball). From the counter seats, you can watch the process of Akashiyaki being cooked. The batter is poured into a round indented iron plate and cooked slowly with two chopsticks gently rotating it, similar to cooking an omelette in the hole. The dipping sauce for the Akashiyaki is a clear, hot Kansai-style broth served in a tokkuri (sake decanter) with the shop's name on it. The small bowl for pouring the broth has the shop's name floating at the bottom as a nice touch. The Akashiyaki is topped with plenty of mitsuba (Japanese parsley) and green onions for flavor. The soft texture is just about to crumble when picked up with chopsticks. When you sip the hot Akashiyaki with the broth, it is a moment of bliss. The juicy octopus inside is large and satisfying to eat. The umami flavor blended with the broth and the hot dough spread in your mouth, providing an indescribable texture experience. Definitely worth a try. Thank you for the meal.

Next to Tennoji Station, in the basement of Abeno Center Building, there is a long-established takoyaki restaurant that has been in business for 44 years. While they offer classic menu items such as takoyaki and okonomiyaki, their most popular dish is "Akashiyaki". Akashiyaki (8 pieces) costs ¥680 and is enjoyed with broth instead of sauce. You can add green onions, mitsuba, and pickled ginger to the broth according to your preference. During weekday lunch hours, you can enjoy free rice with your meal. The fluffy Akashiyaki soaked in broth, along with the chewy octopus, creates a delightful combination. I tried placing some Akashiyaki on top of the rice, but found that they are best enjoyed separately. Overall, the quality of the food at this price point is excellent. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again. Thank you for the delicious meal.

2022: Revisited "Takohachi"♪ Last Sunday, there was a long line in front of this place! Today, there is still a wait for 2 groups - it's quite popular~ The prices have gone up quite a bit (*^-^*)★ Akashiyaki (8 pieces) for 750 yen including tax♪ For lunch, rice and soup are served as a set, but of course, just the soup! When you eat the Akashiyaki in the hot broth with green onions, Mitsuba, and ginger... Wow~ It's fluffy, with plenty of octopus and delicious!(^^)! We drank all the broth too~ The gentle taste of the soup also warms the heart(^^♪

This is a restaurant located on the 2nd basement floor of Abeno Center Building, serving Akashiyaki, Okonomiyaki, and Yakisoba. It was established in 1970, making it a long-standing establishment. The interior has counter seats and table seats, totaling about 25 seats. There may be a line during lunchtime, but I visited outside of peak hours and was able to sit without waiting. I tried the Akashiyaki, which was served on a sushi geta with 8 pieces. The gentle yellow color of the egg is appealing. You pour the dashi from a tokkuri into a small pot and then dip the Akashiyaki in it. The Akashiyaki has a fluffy texture from being cooked on a copper plate with bonito flakes and kelp-flavored dashi. The contrast between the soft dough and the plump octopus is exquisite. You can enjoy changing the flavor by adding condiments like Mitsuba, green onions, and ginger sweet vinegar pickles. The portion is small, so if you're looking for a full meal, it might be better to order another dish like Okonomiyaki or Yakisoba. Overall, it was a delicious meal. On weekdays during lunchtime, rice and miso soup are served as a complimentary service. The menu includes Akashiyaki for 750 yen, Takoyaki for 750 yen, Yakisoba for 950 yen, Egg Soba for 1050 yen, Yaki Udon for 950 yen, Squid Salt Grilled for 650 yen, Oyster Salt Grilled (winter only) for 1000 yen, Mix Grilled for 1200 yen, Full Stomach Modern for 1200 yen, Deluxe Grilled for 2500 yen, Pork Ball for 950 yen, Squid Ball for 950 yen, Octopus Ball for 950 yen, Cheese Ball for 950 yen, Rice Cake Ball for 950 yen, Scallop Ball for 1400 yen, Shrimp Ball for 1400 yen, Oyster Ball (winter only) for 1400 yen, and more. Takeout is also available.

I realized that I haven't been to my favorite Takohachi for years! I went there on a weekday afternoon and ordered Akashiyaki and bottled beer. Apparently, they give rice as a service to those who need it during the day? I declined, of course. The Akashiyaki here is the most delicious in Osaka! I have a routine way of eating it! I put plenty of Mitsuba in the broth, split the Akashiyaki in half with chopsticks, and eat it soaked in the broth! It's irresistibly delicious! It tasted especially good since it had been a while since I last had it! I want to come here more often from now on! Thank you for the meal!

Apollo Cinema was about to finish showing Top Gun, so when I tried to meet up with my husband to go watch it, our second daughter and son also wanted to come along... So, we all went to Takohachi before the movie! It was not crowded around 5 pm on Saturday. We had Akashiyaki x2 (for my daughter and son), Takoyaki (for me, full already), Modern (for my husband), and Butatama Cheese Yaki (for all of us). We also had draft beer (for me). I had tried their Akashiyaki about 8 years ago, and it was still delicious! They gave us plenty of condiments, but the kids preferred to have less of them. The Takoyaki had a soft texture because it was made with Akashiyaki dough, not the usual crispy texture. The sauce had a rich dashi flavor and was really tasty! Next time, I'll ask if they can make it with salt instead. My husband's Modern had a huge portion. I don't like Modern, so I didn't try it. The Butatama with cheese topping had peppers and carrots inside, just like the cheese yaki. Maybe we'll skip that next time... We'll definitely come back again! ❤

I have been eating Akashiyaki at this shop since I was a child. The fluffy batter with a big, juicy piece of octopus, plenty of broth, and lots of pickled ginger and trefoil make it irresistible. The broth is in a sake pitcher so you can pour your desired amount into a cup, and it stays hot so you can enjoy it piping hot. You might think "I need more!" but surprisingly, 8 pieces is just right sometimes.笑

I want to eat Akashiyaki with a lot of broth, even at the airport. I was dozing off on the Yamatoji Rapid Express train, thinking about what to eat. Wasn't there Akashiyaki under the bus stop? It's easy on the stomach because it's refreshing (maybe it's just my imagination). It's just before noon, so I entered smoothly. Akashiyaki! And also mixed Akashiyaki! Rice and soup are free with your choice. (Refer to the photo for the main dish?) Be careful not to burn yourself when soaking Akashiyaki in the broth and putting it in your mouth. Slightly eggy flavor, with accents of octopus. Nice! I could have gotten two servings, but I was interested in the mixed Akashiyaki. A fluffy and rich mix with plenty of ingredients. Octopus, squid, pork... they make great side dishes. The rice goes down smoothly too. Thank you for the meal! Then I bought a bus pass at the ticket shop in front of me and headed home.

Visit time: 19:30 on a weekday Waiting time: None Menu: A la carte Impression: I had given up on this restaurant before because there was a long line. This time, I visited just before the 20:00 last order time, so I was able to enjoy takoyaki and Akashiyaki in a short amount of time. I was surprised by the takoyaki. It was as fluffy and soft as the Akashiyaki, so soft that it would crush if you tried to pick it up with chopsticks. You have to delicately scoop it up to eat it. It was incredibly soft and melted in my mouth. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant around 12:30 on a regular day by myself. I wanted to eat delicious Akashiyaki, so I ordered Akashiyaki (700 yen) of course. It came with green onions and pickled ginger as toppings. As a service, rice and miso soup were complimentary. I decided to just have the miso soup. The Akashiyaki was so soft and fluffy that it was difficult to pick up with chopsticks, and it was delicious! It was fluffy and creamy, with a rich dashi flavor! It was the delicious Akashiyaki I had been craving! However, it was a bit strong in flavor, maybe because some people drink alcohol with it? But I'm glad I came! It was a satisfying meal, and I left feeling full. I would love to eat it again if I ever come near there♡

It has been 8 months since my last visit. The main purpose today is to have Akashiyaki, but first I had yakisoba. The yakisoba with pork and squid costs 870 yen and is served on an iron plate. The noodles are thin and coated in a sweet and savory sauce, with a strong flavor but not too heavy. The Akashiyaki, 8 pieces for 700 yen, comes with shiso, green onions, and ginger. The hot dipping sauce has a rich broth flavor and combined with the condiments, it enhances the taste. The octopus is tender and a good size, adding to the deliciousness. Overall, the Akashiyaki here is of high quality.