During the Toritana era, I made several attempts to make a reservation by phone, but couldn't get one at all. Then came the coronavirus pandemic. I had been ordering chicken hot pot for delivery, but the restaurant changed its name and restarted. I managed to get a reservation by checking for available seats on social media the day before my visit. I had a reservation for 7:30 PM. Before arriving, I stopped by my favorite standing bar, Iwataya Stand in Higashi-Mukojima, and had a drink of Maruef. This turned out to be a great decision. I arrived at Jōgabuchi a little after 7 PM. I explored the area before heading to the restaurant around 7:20 PM. There was one other customer already there. I was seated a bit earlier than my reservation time. First, I ordered a draft beer, but to my surprise, they had run out for the day! It was the first time I had heard of beer running out (*´艸`). Nevertheless, I enjoyed a glass of Isami shochu with soda instead. Here are the other drinks I had: - Lemon Highball (660ml) with Hiroshima Setoda lemon sherbet - Green tea highball (660ml) with matcha - Manzen soda As soon as I ordered drinks, they served three appetizers, including half-cooked swordfish with new ginger, seaweed, and jelly, stir-fried dried young sardines and green peppers, and chilled eggplant and shishito pepper. These were all delicious. I also ordered a la carte dishes: - Kumano Jidori chicken white liver - Assorted skewers (5 pieces) - Daikon radish and edamame for palate cleansing - Chicken thigh meat marinated with kinkan citrus and rice I also tried various yakitori skewers, including: - Chicken leg (thigh) - Chicken tail - Chicken breast - Chicken with kinkan citrus I ended the meal with chicken soba noodles and a delicious pudding. The total bill came to 9670 yen, which was surprisingly affordable. The receipt was clear, and the staff were friendly and attentive. I would love to visit again and hope they bring back the chicken hot pot. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

◆Turning a standout dish into a new restaurant, but still feeling nostalgic. The previous restaurant, Toridanaka, was about to be reborn as Sakatei Tanaka, and it used to offer omakase courses, but originally it was a place where you could order individual dishes. The appetizers come in multiple dishes, and you can freely order appetizers, yakitori, and finishing dishes individually, just like the original format. What has changed is the enhancement of the sake selection, especially with a wide variety of Japanese sake. The appetizers, like the fried Deep Snow Eggplant, symbolize simple yet authentic Japanese cuisine. The freshness and clear taste of the sashimi made with Kumano Jidori chicken breast, gizzard, and heart, as well as the smoky-flavored Kumano Jidori chicken minced meatball with kumquat and the perfectly textured and flavorful Bonpehta, were particularly memorable. It's truly delightful to see the rebirth of this renowned restaurant, and even though it's a bit far from home, I plan to visit frequently. ◆Menu for this visit Appetizer 1: Scallop and swordfish tempura with vinegar citrus Appetizer 2: Fried Deep Snow Eggplant Appetizer 3: Dried young sardines and green peppers Kumano Jidori chicken breast, gizzard, heart Kumano Jidori chicken minced meatball with kumquat Kumano Jidori chicken thigh Satsuma Jidori chicken liver Homemade tofu with ginger-flavored Kumano Jidori chicken Zucchini and corn tempura with seaweed salt Boiled peanuts Sasami (chicken tenderloin) with wasabi and daikon radish Shima Rakkyo (Japanese scallion) pickled in soy sauce broth Chicken wings Quail eggs Bonpehta Edamame Oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl) + 1 beer, 3 servings of Japanese sake (for 2 people), 1 glass of barley shochu (evening) Total: 10,250 yen per person ◆How to enjoy this restaurant Owned by brothers with a background in Kyoto cuisine, this restaurant specializes in yakitori made from local chicken. It was previously known as Toridanaka, which won the Bronze award in the Tabelog Awards and was listed as one of Tabelog's top 100 yakitori restaurants. It was renamed Sakatei Tanaka after being closed for about six months. The previous course menu has been changed to an à la carte menu, and the selection of drinks has been expanded. Opened in May 2023. ◆Information Source Thank you for the feast after seeing the announcement of the restaurant~

I heard rumors from the city center and went on an expedition. The broth, level of spiciness, and saltiness (although a few dishes lacked salt, the rest were perfect) were incredibly delicious. And the cost-performance ratio is also excellent! The standout was the ginkgo nuts - the texture, taste, and aroma were so different from any ginkgo nuts I've had in my life. Definitely going back for more!

Dinner at "Toritana" in Sumida-ku, Tokyo was a long-awaited experience. The restaurant was previously difficult to book but has now been renovated and renamed as "Sakatei Tanaka," with easier reservation options. We ordered a variety of dishes including sashimi, grilled chicken skewers, and a finishing dish. The sashimi and grilled chicken skewers were all delicious, with a special mention to the "Sasami no Konbu Jime" for its unique texture and flavor. The grilled chicken skewers were all excellent, with a variety of cuts available. The finishing dishes, "Soboro Don" and "Chicken Soba Shoyu," were also satisfying. Overall, the meal was enjoyable and reasonably priced. We look forward to returning to try more of their offerings in the future.

Delicious and affordable. Course menu with 3 additional dishes and about 4 drinks for around 7000 yen. A must-visit famous restaurant. Tonda-san has renewed and become Sake-tei Tanaka. Located near the obscure station of Koganbuchi in Sumida-ku, the restaurant is about 300m walk from the station through narrow residential streets. Reservations are difficult to make, only by phone. However, if you follow them on Instagram, it's easier to know when to call and you can often secure a reservation. Unlike other perpetually busy restaurants where you have to keep calling endlessly. You can enjoy the course menu and add on a la carte dishes, but there is a time limit of 1.5 hours per seating, so there is a limit to the number of additional dishes you can order. However, the final course is substantial, so even with limited add-ons, everyone should leave satisfied.

I invited my drinking friends and went to a famous restaurant in Shizukawa. Unlike a set course, ordering a la carte allows you to order the amount you can eat, which is great. With my family also present, we went all out with the Killer Pass. The corn tempura, which still gives a hint of summer, has a perfect harmony of sweetness from the corn and the slight saltiness of the tempura coating. The Lily root surinagashi has a consomme jelly underneath, creating a delicious flavor that is beyond amazing. We ended the meal by sharing four different dishes among the four of us, and also added a mini curry. It was so delicious that it was dangerous. The pudding for dessert was a must-have. It was an incredible experience. Thank you, Tanaka-san. - Appetizers (shrimp and potato salad, dried young sardines, vinegar-soaked rock seaweed) - White liver sashimi - Kumano local chicken thigh - Satsuma chicken liver - Corn tempura - Fresh ginkgo nuts - Kumano local chicken skin - Kumano local chicken wing - Lily root surinagashi - Seseri (chicken neck) - Tsukune (chicken meatballs) - Finale: chicken soba, soboro rice bowl, oyakodon, chicken soba (clear broth), curry, pudding #Sakatei Tanaka #Yakitori #Shizukawa

I received an invitation and visited Sakatei Tanaka for the first time at a station called Kanegafuchi, which I had never been to before (lol). I left the ordering to someone who had been there a few times, but it seems like the basic order is a variety of dishes like skewers and grilled items. In the midst of the yakitori boom these days, it's nice to be able to rely on someone else for ordering. The food was delicious, and I couldn't help but order more, ending up with five different dishes in total. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

☆Recommended Points☆ ① The extremely difficult-to-reserve restaurant "Toritana" has reopened with a new look. ② All items are available a la carte, including popular dishes from the "Toritana" era. [Recommended Usage Scene] Ideal for dates, hanging out with friends, acquaintances, or colleagues. [Photos 1-8] "Yakitori set of 8 skewers (3,000 yen)" With the new a la carte style, you can now order yakitori skewers individually. However, there are also set menu options available where you can get multiple skewers at once. You can choose between a set of 5 skewers (4 meat, 1 vegetable) or the 8 skewers we ordered (6 meat, 2 vegetable). The first skewer, Kumanodai chicken thigh, was incredibly tender and juicy with a slightly rare cooking style that kept the meat from becoming too tough, and the skin was crispy. The second skewer, Black Satsuma chicken liver, was cooked to perfection with a medium-rare texture that combined the moistness of rare meat with the savory flavor of a well-cooked piece. The third skewer, asparagus from Yamagata Prefecture, had just the right amount of saltiness, enhancing the natural sweetness of the asparagus. The fourth skewer, Kumanodai chicken shoulder, similar in appearance to the thigh but with a firmer texture and a stronger taste of red meat. The fifth skewer, chicken wing, had crispy skin, juicy meat with a good amount of fat, and a flavorful saltiness that was addictive. The cuts on the bones made them easy to eat. The sixth skewer, quail, had a unique chewy texture with a creamy white meat and a runny yolk inside, perfectly cooked. The seventh skewer, Kumanodai chicken thymus, also known as "shibire," was a rich and fatty part with a combination of skin and meat, offering a sweet taste. The eighth skewer, tsukune (chicken meatball), was just the right size, fluffy inside. [Photos 9-13] "Soriresu (480 yen)," "Aka (440 yen)," "Zucchini (360 yen)," "Bonpeta (400 yen)," "Eggplant (360 yen)" Additional skewers we ordered. The Soriresu of Kumanodai chicken, located near the thigh, had a texture similar to the thigh but with a bit more fat, allowing you to enjoy the richness of the fat. The Aka of Kumanodai chicken, a tender part of the inner thigh, was meaty with a strong peppery flavor that was addictively delicious. The green zucchini from Miyazaki Prefecture was simple with a mild saltiness, allowing you to enjoy the natural flavor of zucchini. The Bonpeta of Kumanodai chicken, a combination of tail and waist meat, was rich in fat, juicy, and sweet. The Kyoto Yamashina eggplant was seasoned simply with salt and ginger, allowing you to taste the natural sweetness of the eggplant with a soft texture. [Photos 14-16] "3 appetizers (800 yen)" The number of appetizers has increased with the change to an a la carte style. The first dish, "Fig and Shine Muscat White Tofu," featured Fukuoka-grown "Toyomitsuhime" figs and Shine Muscat from Okayama. The two levels of sweetness from Shine Muscat and figs, combined with a slightly salty white tofu, complemented each other well. The next dish, "Fried Eggplant and Yamashina Hot Pepper," used "Fuyuki eggplant" from Niigata, which was juicy. The apple dressing added a sweetness and acidity that paired well with the eggplant. Lastly, the "Silky Mozuku Seaweed with Ginger Vinegar" featured silky mozuku from Noto, Ishikawa, with a crisp texture. [Photos 17-19] "Kumanodai chicken white liver (770 yen)," "Corn Tempura (770 yen)," "Chopstick Rest" A platter of white liver and gizzard of Kumanodai chicken. The white liver had a rich flavor without any hint of unpleasant odor, allowing you to savor the quality of the ingredients. The gizzard was crunchy and ==========

This place was really amazing. I want to go back before it becomes impossible to make a reservation. Originally operating under the name Toritana, this restaurant has been rebranded and reopened with a surprising 4.20 rating on Tabelog. The food is incredibly delicious, but the prices may come as a shock. - Business Hours: 17:00-22:00 - Closed irregularly Our order this time totaled around 8,000 yen for 3 people: - 8-piece course: 3,000 yen - Aka (additional skewer): 440 yen - Soliles (additional skewer): 480 yen - Shiitake mushroom (additional skewer): 440 yen - Tempura corn: 770 yen - White liver, heart, gizzard sashimi: 770 yen - Oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl): 770 yen - Soborodon (minced chicken rice bowl): 770 yen - Chicken soba in white broth: 880 yen - Curry (small size): 440 yen * Side dishes for 2 people, and the finale for 4 people to share - The liver was incredibly delicious, rich and creamy. - The skin of the chicken thigh was crispy on the outside but juicy inside, with delicious overflowing fat. - Akauchimomo (chicken thigh) had the perfect balance of tenderness and firmness, making it the favorite skewer. - The chicken soba was outstanding, with a rich chicken broth that was incredibly tasty, almost at the level of a specialty shop. In summary, the restaurant is located in a somewhat remote area near Shōgabuchi, making the journey a bit challenging. However, the incredibly delicious yakitori makes it worth the trip. Reservations are only available through the official Instagram account.

・[Shop Name] Sakatei Tanaka [Nearest Station] 5 minutes walk from Kanehuchi Station [Budget] 7700 yen <Recommended Menu> ⭐️Oyakodon The strongest chicken restaurant in Tokyo has reopened in its original style with a few new members. The person in charge of grilling will be decided on the day of the visit, adding an element of excitement. While Tori Tanaka offered omakase courses, Sakatei Tanaka allows a la carte orders. There are also yakitori sets available. - 5-piece set: 4 chicken skewers, 1 vegetable skewer - 2000 yen - 8-piece set: 6 chicken skewers, 2 vegetable skewers - 3000 yen They mainly use Kumano Jidori from Mie Prefecture and Kuro Satsuma Jidori from Kagoshima Prefecture. The food is truly delicious. Negima (chicken and leek skewers) - 400 yen Momo (chicken thigh) - 440 yen Aka (soft inner thigh meat) - 440 yen Soriresu (base of the thigh meat) - 520 yen Hatsu (heart) - 400 yen Tsukune (chicken meatball) - 440 yen Vegetable skewers feature seasonal vegetables, with around 8-9 varieties available. Side dishes are also delicious. Shirale liver sashimi - 770 yen Vacuum-cooked shirale liver, heart, and gizzard with kombu shime - 660 yen Marinated chicken breast - 550 yen Tsukune kinkan (chicken meatball with smoked kumquat) - 550 yen Karaage (fried chicken) - 550 yen The type of chicken used for karaage changes. A variety of seasonal vegetable dishes are also available, with around 8 types offered. Other options include tempura, such as delicious corn tempura. Oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl) - 880 yen Absolutely the best and strongest dish! A must-try! Soboro don (minced chicken rice bowl) - 880 yen Delicious! For those who love minced chicken! Chicken ramen soy sauce - 880 yen The level is so high that it feels like a ramen shop. The toppings such as chicken and seasoned egg are delicious! Chicken ramen dried fish - 880 yen Double soup with dried fish and chicken, also of high quality. It feels like a ramen shop! Chicken ramen white broth - 880 yen Super rich and flavorful. Delicious! Chicken porridge - 880 yen Also super rich and flavorful. Midway through, you can change the flavor with cheese and minced chicken. It turns into a cheese risotto! It feels like an Italian restaurant! Curry - SS size 440 yen, M size 660 yen The curry is also delicious. It feels like a curry shop! Dessert Pudding - 400 yen The pudding is also delicious, with the richness of eggs. The best! It feels like a pudding shop! Shari-kin style iced tea...you'll get drunk. The tea is also delicious. It feels like a tea shop! Thank you for the meal!

We were served a delicious assortment of dishes including white liver soup, boiled corn, tempura of shiitake mushrooms, yam, ginkgo nuts, green onions, chicken wings, chicken liver, and chicken meatballs. The chicken meatballs were smoked with kumquats and were incredibly tasty! Everything was delicious, thank you for the meal!

This day was a Saturday holiday. I woke up leisurely in the morning and while checking Instagram, I saw a post from the former Toritana, now Sakatei Tanaka. The post mentioned about a last-minute reservation for a set meal starting at 17:00 until 18:30, including appetizers, 5 skewers, side dishes, and a final meal, priced at ¥4,500 excluding drinks. I quickly called and managed to make a reservation, lucky me! I had tried to make a reservation at Toritana several times before without success, so this was a great opportunity to finally visit the new Sakatei Tanaka. The restaurant is located in a residential area, just a 5-minute walk from Tobu Skytree Line's Takanohara Station. I arrived at the restaurant 5 minutes before my reservation time, and as soon as it was time, the curtain was raised. The interior of the restaurant had a traditional yakitori shop vibe, with only 9 counter seats. I was really looking forward to it! Here is a summary of the dishes that were served: - Draft beer: Asahi Super Dry - Appetizer: Tempura with sweet long pepper, shrimp, and asparagus - Cold chicken soup with corn - Vinegared silk seaweed from Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture - Homemade tofu with minced chicken and condiments - Grilled skewers of Mie Prefecture's Kumano Jidori chicken thigh meat with leeks - Grilled skewers of Mie Prefecture's Kumano Jidori chicken meatballs - Liver paste on toast with balsamic vinegar and honey - Grilled sand liver of Kagoshima Prefecture's Kuro Satsuma chicken - Okra from Miyako Island, Okinawa Prefecture - Niigata Prefecture's Tengu edamame soybeans in soy sauce - Turnips from Nobechi, Aomori Prefecture - Vacuum-cooked white liver, heart, and gizzard of Kumano Jidori chicken from Mie Prefecture - Grilled chicken wings of Kumano Jidori chicken from Mie Prefecture - Additional skewers: red meat, soriresu, and seseri - Finale: Chicken soba with rich chicken broth It was all incredibly delicious and satisfying.

Thank you for viewing. I visited "Sakatei Tanaka," which reopened on May 30, 2023. The previous "Toritaka" was a popular spot, winning awards such as the Tabelog Bronze and Top 100 Yakitori Shops for many years. The new "Sakatei Tanaka" is a long-awaited revival for fans. The restaurant is a 4-minute walk from Kanegafuchi Station. The dishes, including the yakitori, were delicious and well-prepared. Here are the dishes I had that day: "White Salad with Figs and Shine Muscat," "Deep-Fried Conger Eel and Ginkgo Nuts," "Vinegared Mozuku Seaweed," "Chilled Eggplant with Ginger," "Edamame," "Kumano Chicken with Green Onions," "Satsuma Chicken Liver," "Corn Tempura and Kumano Chicken Wings," "Chilled Consommé Soup," "Asparagus," "Turnips with Rausu Kombu and Radish Soy Sauce," "Chicken Breast," "Kumano Chicken White Liver," "Harami," "Tsukune," "Homemade Tofu," "Heart," "Kumano Chicken Skin," "Island Pickled Shallots," "Gizzard," "Corn Tempura," "Chicken Soba," "Topped Rice Bowl." Each dish was delicious and reasonably priced. It's no wonder reservations will become difficult soon after the reopening. I definitely want to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

I visited "Sakatei Tanaka" for the first time, which has just reopened, although I had never been to "Toritachuu Tanaka" before. It is located about a 5-minute walk from the nearest station, Shingahuchi Station. I asked for directions at the police box in front of the station since it was my first time in the area! Now, seated and waiting to start, I am looking forward to the yakitori as well as the dishes by Tanaka Soichiro, who hails from Kyoto. Here is a list of the dishes we enjoyed: - White fig and Shine Muscat vinegared dish - Deep-fried conger eel and ginkgo nuts - Noto silk mozuku seaweed vinegar with fresh ginger - Deep-fried Aomori Mt. Kiki corn tempura - Kumano Jidori chicken negima - Black Satsuma chicken liver - Aomori Mt. Kiki corn tempura - Chilled consomme soup with Kumano Jidori chicken rillette and Amela tomato - Asparagus - Aomori Nobechi turnip pickled in kombu salt, daikon pickled in soy sauce - Chicken breast and thigh pickled in Kumano Jidori chicken - Tsukune - Shirayaki - Gizzard - U-tama - Skin - Harami - Chicken soba with rich white broth soup My friend ordered the curry with A5 black beef tendon, cashew nuts, and apple. It was a hectic but fulfilling time with additional orders enjoyed. Although there were still more items I wanted to try, I was too full this time, so I'll save them for next time. Thank you for the delicious meal.

・[Restaurant Name] Sakatei Tanaka [Nearest Station] 5 minutes walk from Kanegafuchi Station [Budget] 7700 yen ⭐️Recommended Menu: Oyakodon The strongest chicken restaurant in Tokyo has been renewed and revived in its original style. I visit every month! Thank you for the delicious meal!

Visit on August 4, 2023 Location: 5 minutes walk from Kanegafuchi Station Reservation: Yes Invitation: Unknown Waiting: No Number of people: 4 Price: 11,000 yen per person Orders: - Deep-fried Amakusa Hairy Crab from Kumamoto Prefecture - Miyazu Green Pepper with Yuzu Citrus Sauce - Chilled Chawanmushi - Silky Mozuku Seaweed from Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture - Kumano Jidori White Liver - Kumano Jidori Breast Meat with Mentaiko - Kumano Jidori Tsukune - Kumano Jidori Chicken Wing Tips - Kumano Jidori Gizzard - Kumano Jidori Bonpetazzucchini Cheese - Shiitake Mushroom from Tokushima - Kumano Jidori Skinless Chicken Thigh - Red and Black Satsuma Chicken Hearts with Ginger - Kumano Jidori Breast Meat with Wasabi - Kumano Jidori Skirt Meat with Japanese Pepper - Kumano Jidori Thigh Meat with Cheese - Nagaimo Yam with Sansho Pepper - U-tama Okuchi - Oyakodon - Soborodon - Chicken Zosui - Chicken Soba with Katsuodashi - Chicken Soba with Rich White Broth - Curry SS Size - Pudding Memo: A chicken restaurant in Kanegafuchi. Located a 5-minute walk from Tobu Skytree Line's Kanegafuchi Station. The owner is Soichiro Tanaka. Opened as Tori Tanaka on May 1, 2017. Temporarily closed indoor operations on December 26, 2022. Started takeout-only operations from January 2023. Reopened as Sakatei Tanaka on May 30, 2023. No regular holidays, open irregularly from 5 pm to 10 pm. Reservations accepted by phone. Only 10 counter seats available, no table seats or private rooms. Not suitable for children. No credit cards, electronic money, or QR code payments. No dedicated parking lot.

Do you know Tori Tanaka? It's a famous yakitori restaurant! - Pre-information Tabelog rating: 3.73 (as of 2023/09) Genre: Yakitori, Chicken dishes - Overview A high-end yakitori restaurant! It's a bit expensive, around 400 yen per skewer, which is high for me haha. The atmosphere is casual with a counter seating. The skewers are good, but the single dishes are amazing! They are cheap and high quality! I recommend ordering everything on the menu! The single dishes were so good that I gave a high rating. It seems like Tori Tanaka changed its name. - What I ate - Appetizer (800 yen) - Homemade tofu (550 yen) - Kumano local chicken liver (660 yen) - Pickled bamboo shoot (550 yen) - Edamame (550 yen) - Yakitori set of 8 skewers (3000 yen) - Bonpetit (440 yen) - Pudding (440 yen) - Oyakodon (770 yen) - Koedo beer (770 yen) - Asahi Super Dry beer (660 yen) - Lemon Highball (660 yen) - Too lazy to write the rest (660 yen x 4 glasses) - Appetizer (800 yen) - Deep-fried conger eel - Consomme steamed egg custard - Silk mozuku from Noto The appetizers were really good! They were elaborate and delicious! - Homemade tofu (550 yen) Even though it's tofu, it was so delicious! It was amazing! - Kumano local chicken liver (660 yen) Great for drinking! It goes well with sake. Other people also praised it, so it's a must-order! - Pickled bamboo shoot (550 yen) This was also delicious! It's amazing for 550 yen. - Edamame (550 yen) The edamame was so tasty! - Yakitori set of 8 skewers (3000 yen) With 2 vegetable dishes included in 8 skewers for 3000 yen, of course, it's delicious. It was so good! Each skewer was 375 yen. A guy in his 20s grilled them, and they were well-cooked! - Pudding (440 yen) The pudding was delicious. - Oyakodon (770 yen) It was delicious! - Interior There are counter seats! - Crowdedness It was full! You need to make a reservation on Instagram! It's unexpectedly a trendy place with a young and sensitive to trends crowd! - Service The service was really good! - Can a woman go alone? It's doable! This place is popular because it's the renamed shop of the famous Tori Tanaka, or maybe it's just genuinely good and deserves the high rating. I wonder if it's because of the name change or the quality of the food. I rated it high because I wanted to try this place. But the single dishes were so good that I think it deserves a pure 4 points!

Chogabuchi's famous restaurant "Toridanaka" has been revived in a new form! Visited the popular yakitori restaurant "Sakatei Tanaka" ⭐️⁡ Previously operating as the hard-to-book yakitori restaurant "Toridanaka," it closed on December 26, 2022, and reopened on May 30, 2023, with a new a la carte format. You can enjoy a variety of wonderful dishes combining Japanese cuisine, local chicken dishes, and yakitori.⁡——When Visited——⁡Weekday Dinner⁡——Reservation——⁡Reservation required⁡——Occasion——⁡With friends (4 people)⁡——Cost——⁡¥10,000 to ¥12,000⁡——Food Contents——⁡▶ Kumano Jidori white liver, white liver, heart, and gizzard vacuum-cooked and dipped in spicy soy sauce, white sesame oil, and garlic soy sauce. Enjoy the sticky texture and strong umami of white liver, the good texture of heart and gizzard.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori bamboo shoot marinated egg yolk with wasabi to your liking. Concentrated umami, and when dipped in egg yolk, it becomes milder.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori chicken breast meat and mentaiko salad. The combination of breast meat and mentaiko was amazing! The spiciness of mentaiko and the flavor of the chicken meat were great.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori tsukune with kinkan smoked kinkan with cheese as a nice accent! Enjoy the smoky aroma while feeling the meatiness of the tsukune.⁡▶ Nagano Prefecture Karuizawa Gold Rush tempura. The Gold Rush is so sweet! It's juicy and delicious on its own, but when eaten with salt, the sweetness stands out even more.⁡▶ Kyoto chilled Kamo eggplant. Refreshing and soaked in dashi, delicious.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori negima with salt. The juicy and juicy texture of the thigh meat and the fresh green onion are perfect!⁡▶ Kumano Jidori seseri. Good elasticity, bursting with umami.⁡▶ Black Satsuma chicken liver. Perfectly cooked, with a firm texture and strong umami.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori chicken wing tips. Firm and juicy! The right amount of salt and the richness of the fat spread.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori gizzard. Crispy texture with a good amount of salt, delicious.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori bonpeta. The richness of the fat overflows deliciously!⁡▶ Zucchini with cheese. Very juicy and delicious! Surprisingly, zucchini and cheese go well together.⁡▶ Miniature shiitake from Tokushima Prefecture. Very cute mini shiitake! Firm and juicy, bursting with umami.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori sorires with red pepper. The crispy and juicy skin and the large size with plenty of meat juice spread in the mouth.⁡▶ Black Satsuma chicken heart with ginger. Firm and rich in umami with a refreshing ginger flavor, delicious.⁡▶ Kumano Jidori dakimono with wasabi. Crispy and juicy skin and a large size with plenty of meat juice spread in the mouth. The refreshing taste of wasabi is a plus!⁡▶ Nagaimo with sansho pepper. Soft and good texture. More strong sansho pepper might be better!⁡▶ Oyakodon with plenty of seared chicken meat and rich egg. Rich and extremely delicious.⁡▶ Soboro donburi. Chicken soboro simmered with ginger on top of rice with egg yolk. The tender chicken soboro that melts in your mouth is too delicious!⁡▶ Chicken porridge.

At Shokutei Tanaka in Shioiri, it's been a while since I visited this holy land of deliciousness. The white liver is out of this world, the grilled skewers are top-notch, it's like heaven for yakitori lovers. #EastTokyoCalendar #HiddenGemRestaurant #SumidaWardGourmet #ShioiriGourmet #DowntownGourmet #ShokuteiTanaka #Toridanaka #Shioiri #TokyoGourmet #SumidaWardGourmet #yakitori #liver #grilledchicken #gourmetlovers #sakeenthusiasts #yakitorilovers #gourmet #finedining #reservationdifficult店

I visited the restaurant on the same day with a reservation. It took me 15 minutes on foot from Yahiro Station, not from the nearest Bell Gorge. The same-day reservation set includes appetizers, 5 skewers, sake dishes, and a final meal. This alone was very satisfying. However, since I don't know when I can go again, I added as much as possible. Grilled conger eel, cold chawanmushi with Kumano jidori chicken consomme, Noto silk seaweed, Kumano jidori chicken thigh, Okinawa island okra, Kumano jidori chicken liver, breast, gizzard and corn tempura, edamame, tofu, mentaiko chicken soba, Kumano jidori chicken breast pickles, Sori Les, Kumano jidori chicken wings, otafuku liver and gizzard, mini tomato parent and child bowl.

Tori Tanaka, a yakitori restaurant that was loved despite being difficult to access and having reservations, has restarted under a new name. The menu is now a la carte instead of courses, reminiscent of the early days of Tori Tanaka, which is quite delightful. It seems easier to make reservations now since there are sometimes same-day slots available. The restaurant has also added new staff members. We ordered a variety of dishes, with the Kumanodori chicken yakitori set of 8 skewers for ¥3000 being the main highlight. The dishes we enjoyed included cold soup with Kumanodori chicken and corn, deep-fried and marinated Osaka eggplant, tender thigh and breast meat, grilled wings, chicken tenderloin, snap peas, spicy cod roe with roasted seaweed, heart, scallion-wrapped chicken thigh, chicken meatballs, soft-boiled egg, Kyoto eggplant, a palate-cleansing turnip dish, homemade tofu, Bonpetit, Soleil, minced chicken rice bowl, chicken and egg rice bowl, A5 wagyu beef tendon and lamp curry, and a fantastic pudding. While I miss the exquisite dishes from Tori Tanaka's course menu, it's nice to have a different way to enjoy their food now. It was a pleasure to visit again after a long time, and I look forward to returning soon.