In front of Suitengu Shrine, my colleague took me to Torimasa. Despite the name suggesting it specializes in chicken, the sashimi was delicious. The restaurant has an old-fashioned charm, and the staff, including the friendly older lady, make you feel at home. We ordered a variety of dishes, but the food took a while to arrive. The sashimi was tasty, but not mind-blowing. However, the cozy atmosphere made up for it. Thank you for the meal!

A cozy izakaya located just off a main street less than 2 minutes from Ningyocho Station. The counter is always full of local regulars and the owner serves up delicious dishes with a gentle touch. With a variety of options including sashimi platters and skewers, you won't get bored. The relaxed atmosphere will make you feel right at home (lol). The drinks are also very tasty! If you're in the area, be sure to check it out!

One Friday evening, I was intrigued by the cool exterior of a certain place and decided to pop in with a friend. We were guided past the bustling counter filled with regulars holding cigarettes, and seated at a square table for four. We were informed that we might have to share the table with others, which we agreed to, and we toasted with beers priced at 650 yen each. The slightly high price added to the anticipation of the shop's long-standing reputation. The yakitori was average, considering the many delicious yakitori places in Ningyocho, the cost performance was not great. The chicken tenderloin with plum was mediocre. The interior of the shop exuded a nostalgic Showa era izakaya vibe, with a menu that was dirty and hard to read. Whether you consider this place as having "character" depends on the individual. Although we didn't end up sharing the table with other customers during our one-hour stay, the female owner (?) of the shop sat at our table without saying anything, using it as a smoking break spot. Perhaps this is normal for regulars (wry smile). While I love the downtown atmosphere, this shop turned out to be a bit challenging for me in a way.

Doll Town, next to the standing soba shop Fukuyoshi, is a charcoal-grilled chicken restaurant. Despite its veteran atmosphere and lack of reviews, I felt a sense of duty and decided to give it a try. I visited on a Friday night around 5:45 pm. There were 3 groups of 6 people already there. The interior of the restaurant was quite old-fashioned, with a counter, a hearth-style table in the back, and two sunken tables. The restaurant had a master of the grill and a female owner. They provided polite service. The menu outside listed sashimi starting at 700 yen. Items like ark shell and mackerel looked delicious. However, being a grilled chicken restaurant, the skewers were priced at over 200 yen each. It's a bit pricey, but considering it's a long-standing restaurant in Ningyocho, you pay for the quality. I started with a mixed skewer set for 690 yen, which had about 5 skewers. I wanted to try chicken skin as well, but when I asked, I was told it would be an additional charge as it was a different price. It was actually 330 yen, which was a good deal, but I still wanted to try it, so I ordered separately, knowing it would take some time. The appetizer was seasoned udo. It tasted good. The skewers arrived fairly quickly. There were tsukune, negima, and chicken liver with sauce. It was a total of 3 skewers. I need to adjust my expectations to the fact that it's not a cheap place. However, the grilled chicken was delicious. The rare-grilled chicken meat was springy, and the well-seasoned sauce was perfect. The fresh green onions added a nice touch. The liver was cooked well, with a rich flavor and a nice charred aroma. The tsukune had a good balance of texture with cartilage and a nice blend of flavors with the sauce. The hot tofu dish was 650 yen, one of the more affordable items on the menu. I guess I'm still fixated on prices. It came in a pot with plenty of green onions and tofu. The separate plate of okaka, green onions, ponzu sauce, and soy sauce was irresistible. Now, after an hour, it's usually time to call it quits. But the chicken skin still hadn't arrived. It wasn't that busy, and it was clear that they weren't making it. After waiting for an hour and a half, I had to ask about it, only to be told that it would still take some time by the female owner, or rather, the master seemed to have no intention of making it. I canceled my order as I lost my patience. How long would it take to come out? And why was the skin taking so long? In a place like Namon in Hanamachi, they parboil it and serve it on a skewer in 10 minutes. Also, it's better not to talk about customers leaving as regulars. The food and service were good, so there's no need. They might talk about me, calling me a stingy and impatient customer.

It is located near Ningyocho Station. There are counter seats, table seats, and a raised seating area in the back. In addition to yakitori, they also serve simmered dishes and sashimi. I ordered a Kirin beer and enjoyed tuna belly and red clam vinegar dish as appetizers. The tuna was large and satisfying to eat. Next, I switched to awamori and grilled dishes, including chicken skin, shishito peppers, intestines, and duck skewers. The chicken skin was crispy and delicious, and the intestines had a wonderful flavor. The total bill came to 5080 yen, which is not cheap but I was satisfied. The only downside is that the dishes take a while to be served. Be patient and enjoy your meal.

A shop bustling with regular customers. The exterior of the shop looks somewhat elegant, but the interior is very down-to-earth. Skewers are large and cost around 230 yen each. The assorted plate in the photo costs 690 yen (same price if ordered separately). Considering the atmosphere of the shop, I personally think it's a bit on the expensive side. The menu and prices are displayed outside the shop.

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