This shop definitely has to be seated at the counter. It's a shop with a great live feeling. Previously, you had to make a reservation to get in, but they are still operating in a relaxed manner. I called and was told I could get in right away, so I hurried there by taxi. When I arrived, I was surprised to see it was full. Luckily, a seat in front of the cutting board opened up. The appetizer was a small inari sushi. They cook rice in a clay pot twice in the evening here. The mentaiko rice is like sukiyaki rice. Since I'm in Hakata, I had to try the simmered fish. You can't eat this kind of food at home, and it's definitely much tastier than supermarket side dishes. Since it was the second stop of the night, we ate lightly and finished with chawanmushi. This shop is really nice. You should definitely visit as the first stop.

I visited Komikan for the first time. It's a slightly upscale izakaya. I had a reservation at 6 o'clock, but when I arrived, it was already full. The smoke was quite thick, which surprised me. They open at 5 o'clock, but it seems they are fully booked right from the opening. I ordered a drink first, but it took a while to arrive. The food also took some time to come out at first, which made me a bit annoyed, but the staff's attitude was good and it made up for it. From the middle of the meal, the dishes started coming out quickly. They call out when the rice is cooked in the stove and offer toppings like salmon roe, whitebait, or mentaiko. Everything was delicious, and I definitely want to come back. Although I didn't sit at the counter, it seemed like it would have a nice atmosphere. I would love to visit this restaurant again.

I indulged in a second restaurant late at night, and surprisingly got in without a reservation at this popular place! The sashimi platter, crab miso tempura... the rich and delicious flavors made the sake go down smoothly. The seaweed chawanmushi... the vivid aroma was so good! The ikura rice and shirasu rice were delicious, and the Japanese sake was great! I ate so much that I ended up feeling uncomfortably full! Next time, I'll make sure to make a reservation for the first restaurant I visit.

The rain that was falling in the morning has stopped, and it's a very nice weather. I arrived at "Komikan," a place I wanted to visit. The large counter with an open kitchen gives a clear view of the chefs at work. All the seats were reserved, indicating that it's a popular restaurant. The food was delicious. The staff were friendly and made the experience enjoyable. I had planned to go to a food stall afterwards, but I was too full from eating here. The last dish of white rice topped with salmon roe was exquisite. When I asked the chef for a recommendation for a second restaurant, he strongly suggested a gay bar, but I decided not to go.笑

Everything I ate was delicious. The clam and tofu were especially tasty! I was happy to be able to eat freshly cooked mentaiko rice. The crab miso tempura was like this. I want to order a variety of tempura next time. I want to visit the restaurant again.

Mikan's sister store? It was really delicious. The staff were lively and the restaurant was truly enjoyable. You can enjoy sashimi, tempura, side dishes, eel, and more. The coleslaw (700 yen) was delicious with eggs inside. The steamed dish in a pot also had a seasonal feel to it (2000 yen excluding tax). The price for the rock oysters wasn't listed so I'm not sure. The restroom is unisex with only one available, but it is clean and has cotton swabs available. Just be aware that there is only one, so you may have to hurry before someone else goes. On a side note, the calendar in the restroom was funny. It seems to be affiliated with Sabataro. Sabataro seems to focus on breakfast and lunch, while Mikan was delicious, so I recommend this place. The draft beer is Sapporo Premium Beer as shown in the photo. 😂

Finally, I was able to come here. This visit to Hakata was my main purpose! The famous coleslaw was surprising with a soft-boiled egg inside. The whole grain mustard is very good. The assorted sashimi was wonderful! The squid sashimi came with sea urchin and seaweed tsukudani. It's the best. The grilled oysters and simmered octopus were delicious too! I wonder if I should order more next time. The tempura, including lotus root, was delicious. The rice cooked in a pot with mentaiko was delicious. I will definitely come back again! Thank you for the meal!

I had been curious about this restaurant. My friend called the day before and miraculously they had availability! There were three of us, so the staff brought out dishes for sharing from the start. We tried new ingredient combinations and experienced new flavors. Everything was delicious! Since it's a place for drinking, the seasoning is a bit strong, so that's something to be aware of. Good food makes for good conversation. We had a great time. Thank you for the meal!

I had been curious for a while, and finally managed to make a reservation for my first visit! The atmosphere of the restaurant is like an izakaya, with a lively and fun vibe inside. The inari sushi served as a starter was very delicious and got me excited. I don't eat much when drinking alcohol, so I felt a bit hungry, but everything was tasty. However, it was a bit crowded, so unfortunately, the dishes took a bit long to be served.

I live very close to this restaurant, but I have never had the chance to visit because it is said to be difficult to make a reservation. While bar hopping with an overseas friend and passing by the restaurant, my friend mentioned that it is always popular and hard to get a reservation. She boldly went inside and negotiated with the staff to secure a reservation a few days later. The reservation was for a late time on a weekday, after 8 pm. The staff mentioned that if you go at a later time, you can often get a last-minute reservation or even on the same day. When we arrived on the day of the reservation, the restaurant had a lively atmosphere with a large counter in a "C" shape. The dishes included sashimi, tempura, as well as local specialties like Wu tofu (a dish from Saga) and majaku (anago), all of which were delicious. The service was great too. However, the food and drinks took a bit long to arrive, possibly due to being busy. The staff showed attention to detail, serving the dishes already divided for sharing. After paying the bill, a staff member escorted us outside, despite being busy. It's clear that this place is popular. Knowing that the reservation hurdle is not as high as expected, I plan to visit more often, aiming for the late hours. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Last year, I visited Mikan and was impressed, so when I heard that my gourmet friends also visited last year and enjoyed it, I made a reservation a month in advance and visited with my friend. Compared to Mikan, it had more of a casual dining feel, or... in a good way, it felt younger in terms of age group and lively. The overall taste of the dishes was on the sweeter side in terms of seasoning and sauce. (Maybe because I'm used to the taste of Nagoya) The sweetness wasn't overwhelming, and I was able to enjoy the food until the end without feeling bloated or having heartburn. Among them, the rolled omelette and steamed egg custard were delicious ♡ At one point, the restaurant was busy, so the dishes were rushed, and my favorite steamed egg custard had to be remade, but the follow-up was excellent, and the performance was good, so I rated the service as ★★★★ 4 stars. The chef in front of us? Anticipated our excitement, so until the steamed egg custard was ready, they served a plate of duck as a service! The attention to detail, consideration, and care really made us happy, and my friend who was with me was also very pleased, so I also felt good. Personally, I prefer the atmosphere of Mikan, but... I think it's different for everyone. However, to be able to oversee the entire restaurant in that situation deserves applause! I also love the personality of the head chef at Mikan, but I think it's because of that head chef that wonderful talents (staff) are nurtured and blessed. I recommend this restaurant to friends going to Fukuoka because the prices are reasonable. Next time, I want to visit Mikan ♡

"Komikan" is a casual offshoot of the famous "Mikan" by Watanabe-dori. The taste and hospitality are just as reliable. If you arrive after 9 pm, you might have a chance to get a seat on the same day. Overall, it was a great dining experience.

I wanted to go, I wanted to go, I really wanted to go to the popular restaurant "Komikan"! It's a very popular izakaya. Of course, I made sure to make a reservation before going. There were mostly women at the counter. The menu would make any girl's heart skip a beat, but first, let's start with a refreshing highball! Cheers! One thing I absolutely wanted to try here was their homemade mentaiko. I was really curious about it. It goes perfectly with shochu or sake, don't you think? Mmm, it was amazing. And when we ordered, they served everything in portions for two, so we didn't have to fight over it. The green chili pepper on the grill was also a must-try. It was like they were stealing our hearts with their sake selection. We couldn't resist and also ordered some sake. The pickles were also marvelous. Our hearts were captured by "Komikan"! The table was like a set for drinking sake. So, we ordered a highball, shochu on the rocks, and sake. We started with Tanaka Rokugo sake. I'm also curious about the rice cooked in the pot and the charcoal-grilled dishes. We tried the tempura, starting with a single piece of "udo" tempura. The fiddlehead tempura was so crispy! And not just tempura dipping sauce, they also had three types of salt. The tempura was so good, you could probably just eat it with salt. They even had flying fish roe mochi with the tempura. We couldn't stop drinking with so many delicious dishes. The bamboo shoots were also incredibly tasty. (The photo is for one serving) And the final touch was the batchiko. How many cups can you drink with this? In the end, we left the restaurant feeling happily buzzed. I wanted to stay there until closing time. The staff were also very friendly, and the timing of serving the dishes was perfect. I will definitely go back!

I couldn't make a reservation, but I really wanted to go so I visited around 10pm. Luckily, there was a vacant seat and I was seated after a short wait. Even though I ordered a sashimi platter, sushi was also included, and when I ate the conger eel, they brought me miso saying it goes well with the daikon sticks underneath. There were many thoughtful touches that showed they cared about their customers. I only had a light meal since it was my second stop, which was a shame! I'll make sure to come on an empty stomach next time! Thank you for the delicious meal!

I wasn't very hungry on my second visit, but the appetizers and appetizers were delicious, so I ended up ordering sashimi and tempura ☺️ The tuna in the sashimi platter was in nigiri style, and they provided a small brush to apply soy sauce, as well as miso halfway through to eat with the daikon radish. It was very enjoyable ✨ They even cut the tempura, which we only ordered one of, into two pieces, showing great consideration. The restaurant was very considerate and I felt the staff's kindness. As someone who loves fresh sours, this is a recommended restaurant that I will definitely visit again. The main seating is at the counter, so there are many couples and pairs enjoying a leisurely time with delicious drinks and food, rather than a noisy atmosphere. The staff's service was very kind, and I definitely want to go back again♪

I finally visited the super popular restaurant Komikan! Every dish was carefully prepared and delicious. The limited dish of grilled tiger pufferfish milt served with rice was especially amazing! The staff were also very professional and attentive, which was great.

I was impressed by the delicious straw-grilled mandarin oranges and the level of customer service, so this time I went to Komikan. The atmosphere of the restaurant and the straw-grilled mandarin oranges are similar, with a counter surrounding the space. There are many staff members, creating a lively atmosphere which is nice! The complimentary wasabi inari sushi has a strong wasabi aroma that tickles the nose, and the contrast between the sweet inari and vinegared rice is delicious. Now, my favorite kawahagi sashimi. It is beautifully arranged on the plate like fugu sashimi. So beautiful~♪ Dip the fish in soy sauce along with the liver... irresistibly delicious~!!!! And then, the tempura with crab miso that I was curious about. I wondered how it would be served, but it turns out to be wrapped in seaweed and deep-fried. When you bite into it, the seaweed gives off a light fragrance and inside is a rich, creamy crab miso. This is beyond amazing. Sake is a must. Those who love sake...! I ordered various tempura dishes, and all of them were delicious. The green onion tempura had a particularly strong aroma, sweet and sticky, leaving a lasting impression. Finished off with freshly cooked rice and mentaiko. The kawahagi miso soup was also included. Yes! It was the best mealtime. Thank you for the feast. Pursuit of deliciousness [Akasaka Komikan].

"I'm so lucky. I can't believe I was able to make a reservation," said my friend, who even bought a guide to the restaurant, excitedly making our way there. On the table was a handwritten orange-shaped reservation card. So cute. The beer jugs we ordered upon arrival were great. When we ordered sake, they even let us choose the sake cup. Fun. Of course, not only that, but the appetizer inari sushi (with freshly grated wasabi on top!), sashimi, and tempura were all delicious as if it were a given. It was much better than my image of an izakaya. However, despite being an izakaya, the atmosphere was lively. Not noisy, but a unique blend of a casual izakaya and a high-end restaurant. I can't quite put it into words, but the place was so comfortable, and I was captivated after just one night. I was grateful for the lucky reservation we managed to get at the last minute and for my friend who guided us there. We couldn't stay long due to our schedule, but I couldn't help but feel a bit regretful as we left, looking forward to the next visit. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I went to Fukuoka on a business trip, so I decided to visit the famous and hard-to-book Akasaka Komikan at night. My subordinate did a great job, and we were greeted by a very pleasant master who guided us to our seats. The counter was packed with customers, which explained why it's so difficult to make a reservation. The interior was stylish and the food was not only visually appealing but also delicious. I found a new favorite spot.

During my visit back home, I revisited a restaurant that I used to love when I lived in Fukuoka. This time, my number one dish was the "umeburi," which is a dish that combines cold yellowtail sashimi with plum. The balance between the fatty yellowtail and the plum was excellent. The kombu seaweed with roe was also delicious as always, with a great texture. Not only was the food delicious, but the staff at the restaurant were all hardworking and dedicated, which left a positive impression on me. Since it's a popular restaurant, I made a reservation for a later time and couldn't eat as much as I wanted, so next time I'll make sure to go there first!

To Komikan, a restaurant I had always wanted to visit. Every time I tried to go, it was always fully booked and I never had the chance. This time, I made a reservation and finally went. The interior focused on counter seats, where you could enjoy one type of sashimi and tempura each, which was a nice touch. The tempura, in particular, had unique ingredients that made me want to try them all. The wine selection was limited to red or white, but the wine was surprisingly good. The duck warayaki, shirako ponzu, simmered sea eel, and fried blowfish were all delicious. Thank you for the wonderful meal!