This shop was a great help during my student days. I visited after a long time and the food was even more delicious than I remembered. And of course, it's incredibly cheap. Delicious, cheap, the best. There are a lot of young customers, but the taste makes you want to go back again. - The Akakara hot pot, number 4, is still my favorite. - The mentaiko rolled omelet is too delicious. - The chicken tenderloin is just as I remember it.

I had only tried the level 3 (commercial) from Akakara before, so this time I chose level 4! It was not too spicy and easy for beginners to enjoy. I also received some appetizers as part of a trial course. They included chicken neck, cabbage, miso cutlet, and chicken wings, which arrived promptly. The miso cutlet was particularly delicious and impressive! The tripe, fried tofu, and Chinese cabbage from Akakara were all tasty as well, but I was especially pleased with the miso cutlet. The drink menu for all-you-can-drink was sufficient, and orders were delivered promptly. I will definitely crave hot pot again on cold days... Thank you for the meal! ^^

"Let's eat hot pot in Shimokitazawa." As it's getting colder, it's the season for hot pot. In Shimokitazawa, where you can choose from a variety of foods, there aren't many dedicated hot pot restaurants that I know of. The only ones I know of are the chain shabu-shabu all-you-can-eat places, and some Chinese or horse meat specialty restaurants that also serve hot pot. I feel like there are more places now that specialize in hot pot. With a friend who doesn't have much of an appetite, I feel like hot pot is something they could eat a little of and feel warm inside, so I want to treat them to it. With that in mind, I wandered around Shimokitazawa and stumbled upon "Akakara." It's been about 5 years since I last ate there, even though I used to go quite often at one point. I'm not sure why I stopped going, maybe just because there are more hot pot places now? Reflecting on those old memories, I climbed the stairs and found that the interior of the restaurant was quite different from what I had imagined. The seating was very cramped, like being on a crowded train. The atmosphere was youthful, with mostly teenagers to people in their early twenties. It felt like a place for the younger crowd, which was unexpected for Shimokitazawa, where there is usually a mix of age groups. Undeterred by the waves of young people, I managed to secure the last seat near the entrance. The staff, mostly men, were busy but generally friendly. It had been a while since I had been to Akakara. You can order individual items, but they also offer an all-you-can-eat option for 2,780 yen per person. It's a great deal for hungry young people. However, as we are no longer young, we didn't need that much food. We decided to try the limited menu "Spicy Hot Pot" and "Tomato Cheese Hot Pot." The Tomato Cheese Hot Pot was our choice. Unfortunately, you can't choose the spiciness level for this hot pot. It came with collagen balls as a topping. My friend, who initially said they couldn't eat much, ended up adding sausages, hormone, and more to the pot. We also ordered three additional items: Akakara salad, cheese omelet, and cherry yukhoe. I thought we could handle three extra dishes besides the hot pot, but the table was too small to accommodate them all. We had to quickly divide and put them away. The hot pot ingredients were pre-topped and brought to us. It was a nostalgic moment when they poured cheese on top of the pot. It was fun and interesting. However, with the limited space, the staff had a hard time moving around, pouring cheese and removing the lid. It was a bit of a struggle. The hot pot had a sweet and spicy flavor, with a tangy kick from the tomato. It was comforting and warm. It had a slightly mild taste, but if you mix the ingredients well, it's fine. It was nice to have a different twist on hot pot, and I enjoyed the tomato hot pot as I like tomato-based dishes. The total bill came to about 4,500 yen because we added so many ingredients. In the end, I think it's better to go for the all-you-can-eat option at Akakara and focus on the hot pot, rather than ordering extra dishes and drinks, to enjoy a more affordable and delicious meal. Shimokitazawa is a place where you can find a variety of restaurants, but it's always nice to discover hidden gems like Akakara.

We took our family who were visiting Japan for the first time, and they loved the food the most! It's always delicious no matter how many times we go! The staff also recommended various dishes and were very kind to us.

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Long time no see, but it was worth the wait!

Just red, just a color gang.

The miso cutlet skewer was delicious with a spiciness level of 3!

My partner and I went in together. Overall, the flavors were on the rich side. The beer goes down easily, but the dishes, while tasty, felt like a lot to eat and made me, an in my forties, feel a bit heavy. The hot pot allows you to choose the level of spiciness, but even the default level is quite spicy. For those who like spicy food, it might be fun to challenge yourself by increasing the heat level. The cost performance is average. The staff is friendly and the menu is well thought out, giving off a trendy vibe. It might be a good choice for younger people.