In Shibuya, there is a plum wine izakaya called "Ayame" where you can enjoy a fusion of yakitori, creative Japanese cuisine, and plum wine. When you enter the restaurant, you will see a wall lined with plum wine bottles, over 100 varieties in total. It's quite a sight! I was impressed by the wide range and dedication to plum wine. We started with a toast of draft beer, followed by a seaweed and octopus vinegar appetizer, and a flavorful potato salad with a large seasoned egg on top. For sashimi, we had a platter of maguro, madai, kanpachi, katsuo, and salmon, all fresh from Tsukiji. The maguro was rich and thick, while the salmon was tender and delicious. We then switched to plum wine, trying a recommended Japanese sake that paired well with the sashimi. We also ordered yakitori, including juicy pork belly and cartilage meatballs, as well as a large prawn with mayo. The dishes were homemade and flavorful. We continued to enjoy different plum wines, such as the Tsuruume with peach pulp, and paired them with autumn flavors like ginkgo nuts and shiitake tempura. The meal ended with a yakitori rice bowl topped with egg yolk, which was filling and satisfying. The staff was friendly, and the variety of plum wines, ranging from shochu-based to spicy blends, was impressive. With over 100 options and a rotating selection due to the all-you-can-drink option, the freshness of the plum wines was guaranteed. Overall, it was a night of enjoying plum wine and autumn flavors in Shibuya.

A must-visit place for plum wine lovers. With over 30 varieties of plum wine available for all-you-can-drink, along with delicious appetizers. The menu lists the names of the plum wines, so you can take note of your favorites for future reference.

The search was for a shop with a request to drink plum wine. Surprisingly, there are few shops in Shibuya that boast a wide variety of plum wine. The appetizer menu consisted of small dishes with average flavors. There were no particularly standout dishes. Okra pickles, smoked herring with cream cheese, sasami shiso cheese fry, and sashimi were served. The plum wine selection was impressive, with bottles lined up on the wall. They were all large bottles that looked like one-liter bottles of shochu or sake, but they were all plum wine. The lineup included plum wines based on sake, shochu, fruits, and unique varieties. The prices varied, and it was interesting to compare and taste different types. It was my first time trying plum wine based on sake, and the mildly sweet type was refreshing and delicious. The shop is located behind H&M in Shibuya, on the third floor of a mixed-use building with many bars. The elevator was crowded, making it difficult to get on. The outdoor sign on the first floor of the building was very bright, and waiting there made me dizzy from the brightness and hustle and bustle. I couldn't find the stairs, so the hurdle to reach the shop was quite high. The interior of the shop was lively, but the overall design of the shop may not be very meticulous. The concept of "plum wine" seems promising, but other than that, it felt like a typical casual pub in Shibuya. It seems like if they focused more on the concept and changed the atmosphere of the shop, the customer experience could be different. However, it might not fit well without changing the location of the shop. It felt like a bit of a waste, overall.

The sashimi was very delicious. It was crowded because it was a Friday night, so the glasses were piling up and the drinks took a while to arrive, but that couldn't be helped. I was a little disappointed because I thought the birthday plate would be in the photo... The variety of plum wine was enjoyable, so that was good.

The atmosphere of the restaurant could have been a bit more upscale, but the food and drinks were delicious! The chicken nanban course was pretty good! Also, the wide variety of plum wines was great! Maybe it's better to just add a drink all-you-can-drink option without the course meal!

I went to SAI, a Japanese plum wine izakaya near Shibuya! The reviews weren't very high, but for plum wine lovers, it's a great izakaya with a wide variety of plum wine. You can have fun finding a recommended plum wine for plum wine lovers.

We had all-you-can-eat motsunabe for 3,000 yen with all-you-can-drink included. My friend made a reservation through Gurunavi. There were a lot of restaurant solicitations in front of this building, including nightclubs. Perhaps due to COVID-19, the restaurant was not crowded. The course included edamame, sweet potato mochi, potato fries, fried chicken, motsunabe, and rice porridge for dessert. The motsunabe was soy sauce-based and came with plenty of vegetables. You couldn't order just motsu, so it was served with vegetables. The premium all-you-can-drink option mainly offered plum wine, which was quite enjoyable. I ended up drinking a lot of plum wine and had a great time with the all-you-can-drink option.

I went to the plum wine izakaya SAI located on the third floor of a building in front of the Koban in Shibuya Center Street. As soon as I entered the shop, I saw rows of large bottles of plum wine lined up, about 100 different kinds, quite a spectacle. I started with a draft beer to cheers and quench my thirst. The appetizer was octopus, okra, and seaweed with ponzu sauce. I then ordered Tataki Cucumber from the speedy menu, which had a slightly sweet and delicious flavor. I also ordered a set of 5 assorted yakitori skewers, which was reasonably priced at 780 yen. Each skewer was carefully grilled and served hot. The shop's special lemon sour was surprisingly delicious and had a perfect balance of lemon flavor and acidity. The sashimi platter included tuna, bonito, red snapper, marinated mackerel, and salmon, all of which were of high quality. I couldn't resist ordering the "Ebi-mayo-chan" (large shrimp with mayonnaise) from the menu, which was satisfying. Finally, I decided to try the plum wine and chose the Kaga plum wine from Ishikawa Prefecture, which was recommended by the staff. It was refreshing and elegant in taste. I also ordered a matsutake mushroom tempura, which was generously portioned and served with seaweed salt. For the finale, I had a Sapporo Lager Akaboshi with a yakitori rice bowl, topped with a raw egg yolk and plenty of shredded seaweed. The portion was quite large, and it was delicious. The staff was knowledgeable about the food and plum wine, providing helpful advice. Despite being in Shibuya, the atmosphere was calm and suitable for adult customers. I look forward to visiting again to try more dishes and plum wines.

The rows of plum wine-based drinks lining the interior are impressive at the Shibuya restaurant, "Plum Wine Izakaya SAI," where I visited with a friend. It seems they have over 100 types of plum wine, which is very popular among women. It looks like a fun place to find your favorite plum wine. We started with a reliable Hakushu highball for a toast. The appetizer was okra and corn with tuna mayo, giving a cozy, homey feeling. The avocado salad with anchovy mayo dressing was delicious, with lots of avocado under the onion slices. The sashimi platter had salmon, mackerel, sea bream, octopus, and bonito, all very satisfying. We tried the "Witch's Sigh" plum wine, which was refreshing and easy to drink. The "Puripuri Ebi Mayo-chan" was cute and tasty, with large prawns and a sweet and sour mayo sauce. We also enjoyed the "Seven Lucky Gods Series Ebisu Fukuume" plum wine with a good balance of sweetness and acidity. The sweet corn tempura was juicy and sweet, enhanced by seaweed salt. The "Tamago-no-se Yakitori DON" was recommended and had delicious chicken with sweet sauce over rice. I regret not trying more of the charcoal-grilled skewers and other menu items, so I definitely want to visit again. It's highly recommended for plum wine lovers.

A cozy izakaya with good friends, having a quick dinner at Umeshu Izakaya Sai in Shibuya. The restaurant is located in an area with many people coming and going, so there are many places with consistently delicious food. "Umeshu Izakaya Sai" is no exception. Enjoying delicious food without any pretense after work is the best happiness. They have a wide variety of umeshu, from the classic ones to the rare ones, which is quite surprising. After deciding on what to order, we started with a refreshing Hakushu highball for our first toast. The appetizer was a tuna, corn, and okra with mayonnaise dressing. The addition of okra to the usual tuna and corn mayo mix was a nice touch. The eggplant and shishito pepper simmered dish had a delicious broth and was enhanced by adding a bit of ginger. The avocado, tomato, and anchovy sauce salad was creamy and went well with the vegetables. The assorted sashimi included bonito, marinated mackerel, local octopus, salmon, and red snapper. The thick slices of sashimi were fresh and disappeared quickly with plenty of condiments. Despite umeshu being known for its low alcohol content, we found a 12% Jasmine Umeshu on the menu, which had an elegant jasmine tea aroma and a lychee accent. The sweet corn tempura was crispy and sweet, especially when eaten with seaweed salt. The "Ebi Mayo-chan" had plump prawns and a generous amount of mayo sauce. The second umeshu we tried was the 12% Daikoku Fukumei from the Shichifukujin series, a rich umeshu with a brandy base and black sugar. It was a favorite! We enjoyed all the umeshu with soda water due to the hot weather. The "Ume Suisho" salad, with plenty of cucumber strips, was refreshing. For the carb finale, we had the "Tamago-nose Yakitori Don" with a perfectly seasoned and juicy grilled chicken topped with egg yolk. We were seated in a private room near the entrance, but the main floor with an impressive display of umeshu bottles also seemed very cozy. The restaurant stays open until late because many people like to linger, which explains the bustling atmosphere even past 10 pm. Next time, we want to try the yakitori.

I had dinner at SAI Shibuya, located on the 3rd floor of a building right in front of Udagawa Police Box, near Shibuya Center Gai. The restaurant offers a wide variety of plum wine options, with the walls covered in bottles of plum wine from different genres. The menu includes a variety of dishes such as skewers, tempura, seafood, and rice bowls. As someone who doesn't drink strong alcohol, I found the plum wine soda mix to be easy to drink. I started with a standard Okumusashi plum wine soda mix for a toast. It wasn't too sweet and had a smooth taste. I had the avocado and tomato salad with anchovy mayo dressing, which was crunchy and flavorful. The shrimp mayo dish was impressive with its large shrimp size and delicious mayo flavor. I couldn't resist ordering a refill of plum wine soda mix with shrimp extract. The red tea plum wine, made by blending Nanko plums and brandy and steeping them in water-drawn Kizuki red tea "Benifuki," had a gentle taste with a hint of tea flavor. It was also delicious on the rocks. The sashimi platter consisted of bonito, octopus, sea bream, cured mackerel, and salmon, all fresh and tasty. The sweet corn tempura was crispy and had a fresh corn taste, enhanced by a sprinkle of seaweed salt. For the final dish, I had a grilled chicken and egg rice bowl, which was juicy and flavorful. Despite feeling full, I couldn't stop eating. The restaurant's convenient location near Shibuya and the wide variety of plum wine options make it a great choice for plum wine enthusiasts. It was my first time trying a blend of brandy and plum wine. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Less than 3 minutes from Shibuya, right next to the police box in Center-gai, on the 3rd floor of a building, is a izakaya that specializes in plum wine. I didn't want to tell anyone about this great place, so I haven't posted much about it before, but recently there have been few posts about Shibuya restaurants, so I decided to post a review again. The good things about this place are that it is open until morning every day except Sundays, they have a wide variety of shochu and sake in addition to plum wine, the dishes are always seasonal and keep customers interested, and the cost performance is excellent. You can even get a one-liter bottle of shochu if you accumulate enough points. Once you get it, you'll want to come back again! The menu changes with the seasons, so you won't get bored. This place is great for groups or small parties in any situation. It's a rare and excellent restaurant in Center-gai, where you often encounter pushy catchers.

The variety of plum wine is abundant. The dishes mainly consist of Japanese cuisine and are reasonably satisfying. Plum wine costs around 600-700 yen per glass, and the serving size is not very large, so if you drink a lot, it can add up to a significant amount. Expect to spend around 5000 yen per person.

There was a variety of plum wines available, from rare ones to popular ones! The food was delicious too! However, a few of the plum wines we ordered were out of stock, which was a little disappointing!

I heard that there are various types of plum wine, so I went. There were many types such as brown sugar plum wine and salted plum wine. However, it was disappointing that some items were out of stock. The food was also delicious with plum wine.

Visited for the all-you-can-drink plum wine course. The variety of drinks was satisfying for the price. The staff were very friendly. The food was decent. The layered hot pot with Chinese cabbage and pork was visually appealing. The chicken karaage was juicy and delicious. The place was clean, the service was good, the cost performance was great, and the plum wine was easy to drink, so even those who are not good with alcohol can enjoy it. I would consider revisiting if I have the chance.

The atmosphere was very nice, and they even helped with a surprise.

It is a plum wine bar with a wide variety of plum wine types. They have different flavors of plum wine that you can enjoy. The drinks are served in cute Ryukyu glasses.

This is my second visit. There are many types of plum wine, and the side menu is also excellent and delicious. Especially the chicken nanban was big, flavorful, and I felt like I could eat as much as I wanted. The plum wine, especially the black tea plum wine, was easy to drink and I thought it would be good for women too. With so many options for all-you-can-drink, you can enjoy just thinking about what to drink next or chatting. I want to go again! Next time, I want to enjoy more of the side menu!