I stopped by a small open-air takoyaki stand on the roadside, away from the crowds, and enjoyed some takoyaki and beer. Takoyaki and a small bottle of beer cost 1100 yen. It was a satisfying and relaxing moment for me.

I stopped by this place for a second meal after dining in Kurosaki at night. It's a semi-outdoor establishment on the outskirts of the arcade in front of Kurosaki Station, kind of like a food stall. They offer takoyaki in 7 flavors: sauce, salt, wasabi, shichimi (Japanese spice blend), kimchi, seaweed, and plum. They also have the option for a half-and-half mix. They only open at night and seem to cater to customers after drinking parties or for delivery to snack bars. When I ordered the takoyaki, they mentioned that they had some ready, but if I waited a bit, they could make it fresh. I ordered the sauce flavor and waited at the counter. They confirmed if I wanted seaweed, bonito flakes, and mayonnaise on top, and I said yes to all. The takoyaki was small and crispy on the outside, cooked in plenty of oil. It was delicious because it was freshly made, but nothing particularly outstanding. If I have the chance, I'll try the salt flavor or other options in a half-and-half mix next time. Thank you for the meal.

Located just outside the mysterious red-light district of Kurosaki, there is an open-air takoyaki stall. The leaders of the Japan Hashigo Association are also quite drunk by this point. And to think they decided to go for fried foods at the 8th stop (laughs). Personally, I don't remember much about this place, but the next morning, I was shocked when I saw the pictures on my camera. Ah, that explains it. I have no memory of it, but it's definitely in my stomach. Could this be the cause of my indigestion? Wait...this feeling...I've experienced this somewhere before. Deja vu? Ah! I remember, in Osaka, when I went on a drinking spree, the 8th stop was also takoyaki! And despite being full, I overate and had a tough time the next morning! History repeats itself.

Strolling along the streets, we made a detour to enjoy some "Hyaku-chan yaki," named after a place suitable for a nonchalant weekend vibe. The Hyaku-chan yaki costs 650 yen and is made with a chewy dough, cabbage, and bean sprouts. It used to be called "Zannen yaki," made from leftover takoyaki batter, until recently. It's simply delicious. The store, located in a corner of Kurosaki Arcade, specializes in flour-based dishes, mainly takoyaki. The open atmosphere of the store makes it impossible to go unnoticed. During winter, it is enclosed with vinyl sheets. Operating from night till early morning, the store caters to customers recovering from a night of drinking or those requesting deliveries. On the way to the takoyaki store, we passed through the client-attracting road in Kurosaki and found a stall-like store. I couldn't help but notice a buttocks sculpture embedded in the adjacent building, but it seemed to house a cabaret club, so I ignored it. Upon entering the store, the elderly couple running it greeted us warmly, and we ordered the signature takoyaki and beer. The takoyaki costs 500 yen for 12 pieces, with a choice of sauce, salt, and wasabi. We opted for a half-and-half of sauce and salt. The takoyaki seemed to have been prepared in advance, as they were brought out from what looked like a warming cabinet. The beer and takoyaki were served promptly. The takoyaki's surface appeared slightly dry and wilted, possibly due to being pre-made. However, the octopus inside was generously sized with a firm texture. It took about 10-15 minutes from sitting down to finishing our meal, during which time the nearby bar staff were busy and phone reservations were being taken. It seems they start cooking once they run out of stock, so we might have arrived at an unfortunate time. Despite this, the restaurant's no-nonsense approach evoked a sense of nostalgia. I hope to try freshly made takoyaki on my next visit.

This is a shop I saw on TV before and always wanted to visit. The sight of a mother running around delivering orders from the snack bar in Kurosaki. The father accompanying the tipsy mama after closing time, and then driving her home. The takoyaki shop in Kurosaki that is working hard! The broadcast was so touching. The location is next to the old Ketsu building in Kurosaki. If you know Kurosaki, you should be able to figure it out from this description. The shop is too open for this season, it's still cold. The tough-looking father who humbly bows to even the young Gorigo. A true reflection of a business person. The mother must have been a beauty in her younger days, she has a charming aura. I tried the "Hyakuyaki" similar to "Issen-yaki", takoyaki, and beer. The taste was quite ordinary, but it doesn't matter with such a unique shop and characters. Kurosaki's new famous shop. It's hard to explain, but I love the atmosphere at Gorigo. Be sure to stop by once!