I went to a restaurant in Yoyogi that had high reviews, and it was rumored to be good. The name of the shop had "kai" in it, and the scallops were very delicious. The ice in the chu-hi was crunchy and excellent. It was crowded on Friday night, but the staff were very polite.

I stopped by at Kaiforunia, a shellfish grill and sake bar. I had about 40 minutes until my next appointment, so I decided to have a drink. It was around 4 pm on a weekday, and there were about 3 groups of customers! I wonder what kind of work they do... And what was I thinking jumping into the mix like that... Well, that's not important. Anyway, I was here for the beer. That's what I wanted to drink, so that's why I came in. The beer arrived quickly. The appetizer was a simmered dish, and I decided to go light with just one dish, and I chose the Enkawa Yukke! I love Enkawa too much to pass it up. It was a large portion of Enkawa Yukke with a raw egg yolk on top, and when mixed, it was sweet and savory, really delicious. I wanted to gulp it down, but I savored it slowly while enjoying the Enkawa Yukke, managing to pass the awkward 40 minutes. The staff asked if I wanted anything else, but with a feeling of disappointment, I declined. I really wanted to try the steamed oysters... Well, next time. At least I found a good-looking restaurant. To the staff, thank you for the short but pleasant time. Itadakimasu~!

I received a luxurious seafood steamed set. After letting it sit for 10 minutes, it was just right to eat. The hot oysters, scallops, shrimp, and surprisingly flavorful white fish were seasoned perfectly and went well with alcohol. They recommended the yellowtail at this time of year, and it also came with condiments.

I recently tried out the Shinjuku Ramen Street for the first time and decided to go for the recommended scallops by the waitress! The recommendation was spot on as the scallops were thick, rich, and delicious!! The oysters that day were not great, but when I asked the waitress for recommendations, she suggested the California roll, which was definitely a winner!

I wandered around the curtain street in Shinjuku looking for the oyster specialty store I had seen before. I was stopped in front of a store with the words "California" on it by a barker. It seemed different from the store I had seen before, but it appeared to handle oysters normally, so I confirmed with my friend. When I was about to enter, the barker made another push and said, "We also have 'Chinchirorin' here," trying to get us excited, but I shut him down by saying, "I don't care about that kind of thing," and entered the store. We sat in a somewhat uncomfortable seat near the entrance and ordered draft beer and narrowed down our appetizers to three. Of course, the draft beer came out in a few minutes, and we were informed for the first time that all orders were made through an app. I immediately downloaded the app and found that the item I wanted to eat the most was sold out. Furthermore, there were no fresh oysters available, so we quickly reached a consensus that there was nothing we wanted to eat between the two of us. The first beer quickly disappeared, and I ordered a sweet potato soda mix through the app. By the way, you can also choose how to drink through the app, so you could have a hot water whiskey mix, but we wanted to leave the store quickly, so we decided not to play around. At this point, no appetizers had been served, and we were just waiting for the alcohol we ordered through the app, but for some reason, we were asked, "What would you like to drink?" Was this different from taking orders? In the end, we each drank about four cups of alcohol, but we had finished the appetizers in about three minutes. We were feeling a sense of urgency to move on. Despite our drastically lowered expectations, I thought the raw beef liver and sake-steamed clams were not bad, but the butter-grilled firefly squid seemed like something a complete amateur would make. It wasn't bad per se, but it just didn't suit my taste at all. I'll give it a 3.0, but I won't visit again.

In the early evening, I visited a shopping street near Yoyogi Station. It was my first time there, and I was impressed by the atmosphere of the street lined with shops renovated from old traditional houses. I had a hard time deciding which shop to enter, but eventually chose to dine at California. I sat on the second-floor terrace and enjoyed both the food and the excellent service from the staff. The place was lively, with even a Chinese YouTuber's filming crew adding to the excitement.

The menu is enjoyable, the seafood is delicious, and the staff is cheerful, creating a great atmosphere. I was seated on the second floor, which had a semi-terrace feel with hanging lanterns, giving it a fun atmosphere similar to a houseboat. While some dishes were common, they also had unique items like Chinjolhan and grilled oysters, adding to the entertainment factor. Overall, it was a good dining experience.

California, it's time for a hangover meal. So, I went to a shellfish restaurant called "California" in the Yoyogi area, which is basically on the outskirts of Shinjuku. The restaurant is located at the edge of the lively Shinjuku area, almost like a boundary between the outside world and the restaurant. It looks very flashy, perhaps trying to capture the essence of the Shinjuku area, but it leans more towards being stylish. Menu: - Grilled shellfish (5 pieces) for 1980 yen - Grilled shellfish (7 pieces) for 2780 yen - Grilled shellfish (10 pieces) for 3980 yen Of course, I started with a beer. The restaurant also provides a stove for grilling the shellfish. The appetizer served was seafood-based, and I also ordered some crab miso, which was delicious. The famous "Gan Gan Yaki" dish, where oysters are steamed and grilled in a large pot, was a highlight. The oysters were plump and delicious, with a natural sweetness that made them enjoyable without any additional sauces. Overall, it was a great dining experience at this shellfish restaurant, perfect for seafood lovers. The menu may not be extensive, but it's a nice place to stop by for some shellfish and move on to the next spot. I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

Located between Yoyogi and Minami-Shinjuku, this is a Japanese izakaya restaurant nestled in the bustling streets of Shinjuku. For lunch, they have a special promotion featuring Kanpachi (greater amberjack) to support local producers. The Kanpachi rice bowl is a high-value set meal where you can enjoy plenty of chunky sashimi. Topped with lots of condiments like myoga and green onions, the dish successfully balances the rich flavor of Kanpachi with a light and flavorful taste. With miso soup, pickles, and Uni miso for flavor variation, I thoroughly enjoyed the meal without getting bored. During lunchtime, there were many female customers, and with a counter seat available, even solo diners can feel comfortable dining here!

The other day, I visited a nearly Shinjuku's restaurant district in Yoyogi that I had been curious about for a while! I was unsure where to go, but then I remembered a friend recommending California, so I decided to try it out! The firefly squid marinated in oil and the crab miso were delicious! I will definitely visit again!

I visited the restaurant on a regular Friday at 12 o'clock. It had three 4-seater tables and a counter with 6 seats lined up. There were 4 customers. They serve lunch sets using Kanpachi fish. I ordered the deluxe Kanpachi rice bowl with plenty of toppings. The sashimi with ponzu sauce, lots of myoga and green onions was delicious and refreshing. The staff recommended ochazuke, so I mixed the rice with toppings and Kanpachi sashimi, added uni miso, and poured dashi broth over it. It was also delicious, especially the uni miso.

The staff were lively and the atmosphere was fun. The customers kept coming in one after another, and the place was always full. Even though the table next to us was empty... the popularity difference was amazing! The food was delicious no matter what we ordered. It did take a bit longer for drinks and such because it was busy... but thanks to the staff's personality, we didn't feel irritated at all. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I had lunch at a clam restaurant in the Yoyogi Noren-gai. It was located on the main street, so it was easy to find. Since it was late, we were able to enter smoothly. Although it was a clam restaurant, I ordered Kanpachi (amberjack) and it was delicious, so it was okay. The staff were friendly, and I thought it was a good restaurant. I'm thinking of going there at night next time.

Kaisho Sakaba California Yoyogi Station / Izakaya, BBQ, Seafood [Address] 5-20-21 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo near Shinjuku Noren Street [Business Hours] [Mon-Fri] 11:30-23:30 (Last order for food 22:30, drinks 23:00) [Sat-Sun, Holidays] 13:00-23:30 (Last order for food 22:30, drinks 23:00) [Reservation, Inquiry] 050-5571-2917 #Kaisho Sakaba California #Shinjuku #Shinjuku Gourmet #Shinjuku Seafood #Shinjuku Lunch #Shinjuku Dinner #Yoyogi #Yoyogi Gourmet #Yoyogi Seafood #Yoyogi Lunch #Yoyogi Dinner #Near Shinjuku Noren Street #Engawa Yukke #Engawa #Yukke #Gourmet #Kanto #Kanto Gourmet #Tokyo Area #Tokyo Area Gourmet #Tokyo #Tokyo Gourmet #Instagrammable #Delicious #Want to connect with foodies #Foodie Guys

After practice, I visited with my teammates. Besides the good location on a corner lot, there wasn't much else positive about the place. The only good thing was a young male student working part-time. The cashier with a hat was friendly when trying to attract customers, but once we entered, it was a different story. After we sat down, they told us they weren't offering the services listed on the big sign. They also rushed us to order, but the drinks took a long time to arrive, and when I ordered a lemon sour, it came with soda instead. Overall, not a great experience.

On this day, I visited what can be described as the "almost Shinjuku Noren Street". Located in Yoyogi, this Noren Street has a great atmosphere with renovated traditional houses. As I walked around exploring various shops, I came across an izakaya called "Kaiforunia" specializing in grilled shellfish. Upon entering the restaurant, I passed through a door with a surprisingly low ceiling and made my way to the second floor where I found a terrace-like seating area with a festive atmosphere created by lanterns. Depending on the season, this place had a really nice vibe! I quickly decided to order the "Chinchirorin" menu, which offers different drink options based on the roll of dice - free for matching numbers, half price for even numbers, and a mega jug for odd numbers. I ended up rolling an odd number, so I got a mega jug of Highball (699 yen) which was perfect for my thirsty throat. I also ordered the Sweet Shrimp Kimchi (490 yen) as a snack, which had a delightful balance of sweet shrimp and spicy kimchi. Next, I tried the Grilled Garlic Butter Baby Firefly Squid (790 yen) which was a unique and delicious dish that I had never tried before. Although I wanted to order more, I restrained myself as it's not wise to fill up at just one place in Noren Street. However, the seafood menu was varied, the prices were reasonable, and the atmosphere was enjoyable, making it a great restaurant. Among the many good restaurants in the almost Shinjuku Noren Street, this one is definitely worth a visit. I look forward to coming back here next time I visit the almost Shinjuku Noren Street.

Hello! This time, I would like to introduce Kaiforunia, a famous shellfish grill restaurant in Yoyogi. The restaurant is known for its delicious shellfish dishes. Kaiforunia Shellfish Izakaya Phone: 03-5361-8688 Address: Shibuya-ku, Sendagaya 5-20-21 3 minutes walk from Yoyogi Station East Exit I visited for lunch and tried their Kanpachi set meal. It was delicious and you can also have ochazuke with extra rice. The fresh Kanpachi was so tasty and the meal was very satisfying. The miso with sea urchin on top of the ochazuke was a nice touch and made it even more appetizing. I have been to Kaiforunia for dinner before and the shellfish grill was amazing, so I had no doubt that the lunch menu would be just as good. This is a perfect place for a casual izakaya lunch. I am curious about their evening menu as well. The seafood dishes are definitely worth trying. I will continue exploring the great lunch options in Yoyogi.

I visited with three colleagues. The honbinosu clams we wanted were sold out, so we had mainly oysters and some shark dishes. The food was delicious, the staff were friendly, and we enjoyed our time on the second-floor terrace.

During a business trip to Tokyo, I stumbled upon a fascinating spot called "Almost Shinjuku Noren Street" while looking for an izakaya for the night. I decided to check it out. Located near Yoyogi Station, this area consisted of seven renovated old houses turned into a drinking alley. It didn't have the same nostalgic feel as "Memory Lane" or "Golden Gai" near Shinjuku Station, but it had its own charm with a mix of Japanese aesthetics. I was contemplating where to go when I was approached by a staff member from one of the shops and decided to give it a try. I ordered a highball, seared mackerel, and smoked herring and cheese. The seared mackerel was torched at the table, and the highball came with a fun dice game for a chance at special prizes. The experience was enjoyable, although the food, drinks, and atmosphere were pretty standard compared to the unique exterior. I left the first place feeling satisfied. Thank you for the meal.

Located at the east exit of Yoyogi Station, in the bustling Shinjuku district, is the seafood specialty restaurant California. We started with red wine, followed by grilled crab shell, white clams, and large scallops. The standout dish was definitely the large scallops, with a rich and flavorful broth that goes down smoothly. I could easily drink a whole jug of it (laughs). All this deliciousness came to a total of 3100 yen. Definitely a place worth visiting again!