It's really nice to be able to casually drop by after work and relax! The fish is delicious, and the manager is kind. There aren't many standing bars around here, so it's really helpful. Just one thing, I wish they would put a little more effort into cleaning and maintaining the beer dispenser! But I will definitely go back again!

When walking in Ningyocho, you may come across several Okakichi stores. They offer reasonable prices and have a strong presence in Ningyocho. It seems like they have recently opened. The atmosphere is like a standing bar, with foreign staff working hard on their own. We should be grateful for their corporate efforts to provide affordable drinks. The selection of drinks is rich, and I enjoyed a drink and a snack which were both delicious. This is a recommended place when you want to have a quick and enjoyable drink!

Every year, right after the much-appreciated 3-day New Year holiday, once the holiday is over, it's time to really get back into the swing of things. My body craves fish after the holiday, which is a sign that I am back to my normal routine. At lunchtime, I stumbled upon a shop called "Okakichi Suisan" located in the depths of Ningyocho. I have been to "Okakichi" before in this area, but it seems this new branch opened in September last year. I had not noticed it for almost 4 months, which is quite regrettable on my part. Nevertheless, it was a grateful discovery amidst the dwindling options for fish restaurants after the holiday. The lunch options at this place include a "Mackerel Pickled Rice Bowl" made with locally sourced mackerel from Katsuura, and a "Boso Local Fish Bowl" with ingredients directly purchased from the source. Both options were not served at the other branches I had visited before. I decided to order the "Mackerel Pickled Rice Bowl" priced at 800 yen, as it seemed like a good choice to start with. The interior of the shop had a typical standing bar setup, and there was a notice about a "Gout Set" on a red signboard. It included "Salted Fish Guts," "Ankimo," and "Kazunoko." Fortunately, I have no issues with uric acid levels so far, maybe because I don't drink beer, and my levels are sometimes even lower than the standard range. It's a relief to have no restrictions on alcohol and snacks, but it must be tough for those who do. The shop also offered other snacks priced at 320 yen each, and the daily specials displayed on the board included unique items like "Yagara." It made me curious and eager to visit again for the evening menu. It seems like they have a strategy to attract customers with their lunch service. The white powder on the table was citric acid, possibly used to enhance the taste of the Chu-hai drinks. It had a slightly suspicious doping-like aura to it. The "Mackerel Pickled Rice Bowl" arrived promptly, topped with plenty of sesame-marinated mackerel slices. The flavor was not overpowering, so I added wasabi soy sauce to enhance it, making it delicious. The only downside was that the rice was too hot, not suitable for raw toppings. However, I shouldn't expect such attention to detail in a place like this. On a side note, the shop next door, part of the same group, seemed to be closed for now. Outside, a small whole tuna (?) was left unattended. It was a cold day, and the temperature outside might be lower than a refrigerator. I wonder what that was all about (7/10 points). Source: https://ameblo.jp/captainsolo/entry-12783699389.html

In the town of Ningyo-cho, there is a standing bar called "Okakichi Suisan." I was planning to buy some fresh fish there, but when I passed by, I found out that they were temporarily not selling fresh fish. Instead, they were offering a limited-time lunch menu next door. From November 8th to November 10th, they were serving Bozhu local fish marinated rice bowl for 800 yen and Bozhu local fish marinated rice bowl for 700 yen. Both options also come with miso soup and pickles for an additional 500 yen. Since it's a standing bar, the lunch is also meant to be eaten while standing. I ordered the Bozhu local fish marinated rice bowl. The fish was marinated in a way that preserved its freshness, with firm and tasty flesh. The portion was generous, and the miso soup had a rich seafood flavor. The rice was firm and served in a large portion. It felt like I was eating in a seaside town. Considering it was a limited-time offer, the cost performance was quite high. I am now considering trying their standing bar as well.

It's good for a quick drink, with most items costing around 300 yen.