From Namba to Nansan-dori, starting at NGK, there are several popular restaurants with long lines like "Chitose" known for its meat dishes, "No Suta" inspired by Jiro, and "Joroku" for ramen. The ramen shops always have a line. As usual, I pass by these lines and head to Nansan-dori. Here, there are chain restaurants lined up. On this day, I went to Nakau because they lowered the price of their oyakodon. Located across the street from the intersection of Nansan-dori and Sakai-suji, Nakau is offering their oyakodon for a lower price of 450 yen for a regular size, with an extra 70 yen for a large size, totaling 520 yen. I purchased a ticket from the vending machine and handed it over at the counter. The oyakodon arrived, with the perfect consistency of the egg. It seemed like they used chicken breast, but it was still well cooked. Nakau's oyakodon is hard to beat compared to other gyudon chain restaurants.

I visited the restaurant "Nakau Nansan-dori" for lunch that day. It is located on the east side of Nansan-dori, at the corner of the intersection with Sakai-suji. Inside the restaurant, I purchased a meal ticket from the touch panel LCD ticket machine. I ordered the famous "Oyakodon" set for lunch, which came with a small size "Cold Udon" for 550 yen. It was a great deal as it was 130 yen cheaper than usual. I chose the cold udon, and as expected, the Oyakodon at Nakau was delicious. While a certain other restaurant recently introduced Oyakodon as a limited-time offer, Nakau has always had it on their menu and will continue to do so. Thank you for the meal!

■Order Content Sunny-side up breakfast set & Tori karaage (deep-fried chicken) - 330 yen including tax ■Impressions When it comes to a place where you can easily have breakfast, one of the options is the casual beef bowl chain "Sukiya," which is also under the Zensho HD group. In the past, it was known as a beef bowl and udon shop, but now their main products are oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl) and limited-time seafood dishes. The set includes rice, miso soup, sunny-side up egg, tori karaage, and seasoned seaweed. The yolk of the sunny-side up egg is a rich orange color and tastes great. Considering that oyakodon is their main dish, they probably use good quality eggs. The tori karaage is not very juicy, but the crispy coating with a hint of ginger flavor is quite good. The miso soup is on the richer side with fried tofu and seaweed. The lack of vegetables is a bit concerning, but for a breakfast with just a raw egg or sunny-side up egg, it is reasonably priced at 250 yen. They also offer soba and udon options, so you can have noodle dishes in the morning as well. ■Location & Access Located at the corner of the Nipponbashi side entrance of Nipponbashi Den-Den Town, a 5-minute walk from Nankai Namba Station or a 7-minute walk from Nipponbashi Station on the Metro Sakaisuji Line. ■Menu They focus on oyakodon but also offer curry, set meals, and noodles such as udon and soba. Purchase food tickets at the touch panel ticket vending machine. ■Interior The first floor has counter seats and about two table seats, while the second floor also has table seats. ■Store Information (As of April 2022) Location: 3-6-28 Nipponbashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Business Hours: 24 hours Regular Holiday: None Thank you for reading until the end. Your "likes" and saving the restaurant are greatly appreciated!

"Oh, they have such a thing too." This time, we tried the roast beef bowl, and the portion was incredibly generous. At 'Nakau', they have been offering various limited-time bowl sizes beyond the traditional "large size" since 2020. The "generous size" is double the amount of ingredients in the regular size, but when we visited 'Nakau' after a long time, we found a size even larger than that. It was the "super generous size", with three times the amount of ingredients as the regular size and double the rice. While there are other restaurants that serve roast beef bowls, it's rare to find such a large bowl at a chain restaurant. In addition to the roast beef bowl, they also brought back the ikura (salmon roe) and abalone bowl that was sold in August 2020, and this time, they introduced the ikura and premium abalone bowl, which is similar in size to the current roast beef "super generous size". I'm not sure how long they will be offering these, but if you want to indulge in a luxurious feeling without breaking the bank, be sure to visit 'Nakau' soon.

I went to the "Maesetsu Collaboration Cafe" and had the "Oyakodon" (chicken and egg rice bowl) (laughs) www. (Note: I really like it at Nakau-san). Order details: - My darling: Japanese-style beef bowl set with "Ouron" (a type of soup) - Me: Oyakodon with "Ouron" (both dishes came with the soup) The Ouron was delicious (☆∀☆). (Note: It was perfect for warming up as it was getting cold. ＼(^ω^)／!!)

"Let's try both of them." That day, I tried the Black Wagyu beef bento and the duck, daikon, and aburaage udon noodles here. As I passed by Nakau, I saw a unique duck udon dish featured on a glass display, which caught my interest for dinner. I couldn't decide between the udon and the rice dish, so I ended up ordering both (embarrassed). This led to the Black Wagyu beef bento and the duck mizore udon noodles. I had previously tried Yoshinoya's Black Wagyu beef sukiyaki set, served in a hot pot. In contrast, Nakau's Black Wagyu beef dish was served in a bento box with a sweet and mellow ginger-flavored sauce, enhancing the high-quality beef's flavor and tenderness. As for the udon (can also be served as soba), it was a mizore-style dish with duck meat infused in a Japanese dashi broth and topped with grated daikon. The toppings included aburaage, slices of duck breast and thigh meat, and duck meatballs, offering various textures and flavors. Personally, I often enjoy duck dishes like duck nanban or mizore udon in winter in Kyoto, but this combination of the two was a first for me. While Yoshinoya's Black Wagyu beef sukiyaki set is good, Nakau's Black Wagyu beef bento might be more suitable for those with sensitive palates. Furthermore, the duck mizore udon [soba] offers a unique twist on duck nanban. I believe those who are intrigued should give it a try, considering these aspects.

"I just can't feel satisfied unless there's this much eel on it." That's what I honestly thought after ordering the hearty eel bowl from "Nakau" this time. As the midsummer day of the Ox approaches, many bowl chain restaurants and Japanese eateries start featuring eel dishes on their menus, which they don't usually offer. However, many of these dishes only come with a small piece of eel on top of the rice. "I guess if I want to enjoy eel without holding back, I have to go to an eel restaurant..." - that's what I used to think until I discovered the "Hearty Eel Bowl" at Nakau. Nakau has been offering hearty bowls with generous toppings for a while now, and this time they had a hearty eel bowl with a whole piece of eel on top. The price is about 1.5 times higher than their regular bowls, but if you don't have an eel restaurant nearby and want to enjoy eel without any reservations, this might be perfect for you, especially around the midsummer day of the Ox. At least for me, I felt quite satisfied. In addition to the "Hearty Eel Bowl" that I tried this time, they also offer an "Eel Rice" dish that is just the right size to enjoy with zaru udon or soba. Whether you want to eat a lot of eel or just a little, you may find this information helpful.

The restaurant is open 24 hours. Takeout customers: 2x1. Dine-in customers: 1x1. I visited at 28:15 and I'm happy that I can come anytime. I ordered a small clam udon, but the broth was different from what I imagined, more like ramen soup. The clams seemed wasted. I also ordered a small chicken tempura udon, which had the usual delicious broth. I used a JAF coupon for a free meal and received another coupon for my next visit. I also got a free special egg and two pieces of free chicken tempura.

"This kind of dish at this type of restaurant, huh." On this day, I tried the famous parent and child bowl at the nationwide chain "Nakau", which is known for its rice bowls and udon, topped with the high-class ingredient truffle. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Nakau's parent and child bowl, and to commemorate this, previous limited-time menus included a charcoal-grilled style and an Italian-style parent and child bowl. The latest addition, which I tried, is the "Truffle-scented Mushroom Parent and Child Bowl". The truffles used in this dish are directly imported from Italy, with no added flavor oils or extracts, allowing you to fully enjoy the natural aroma of truffles. As someone who has only had truffles a few times before, I must say that upon trying this dish, I could distinctly sense the unique aroma described as earthy or like a forest, without any artificial or unnatural impressions. Additionally, the shiitake mushrooms, eryngii mushrooms, and beech mushrooms used alongside the truffles were skillfully cut to retain their textures and each had a strong flavor profile. While truffles come in various qualities, it's not often you can enjoy the true taste of truffles in a bowl dish at such a reasonable price, so if you're curious, I recommend visiting the restaurant before it sells out. However, I heard from an acquaintance that some locations do not offer the truffle parent and child bowl. If you find yourself at a store that doesn't have it, you might want to try ordering the "Pure Chicken Nagoya Cochin Parent and Child Bowl" that was also introduced alongside the truffle bowl in this fair.

I was feeling hungry while riding my bike for work, and then I saw the words "Kalbi Don" in front of Nakau... When you're hungry, doesn't Kalbi sound really appealing? (laughs) I decided to get it to go and eat it back at the office. The store is close to our office, so I was able to eat it while it was still hot. I was expecting a grilled meat flavor, but it was more like an upgraded version of Gyudon. The meat is Kalbi, so it has just the right amount of fat. Now I feel like having some grilled meat (laughs). Thank you for the meal.

I visited a new restaurant for an early lunch by myself around 10:30 am. For my first meal, I had a delicious spicy tomato beef bowl at the Sukiyaki Namba Rakza store in Namba, Chuo-ku. For my second meal, I had the Cold Sesame Sauce Zaru Udon (regular size) for 450 yen including tax and 377 kcal. It came with a sesame sauce, grated ginger, and green onions. It was a bit sweet for my taste, but I was able to adjust the flavor using the condiments on the table. I personally think the greatest invention of the Heisei era was frozen udon. Thank you for the meal!

I have stopped looking too far ahead. I will focus on giving my all to the match in front of me. I want to win every tournament I participate in, but the reality is different. Not every player can win all tournaments. I must focus on making good plays first. These are the words of professional tennis player Naomi Osaka. The French Open is in full swing. How far will she go? Today, I visited "Nakau Namban-dori Store" located near the intersection of Namba Street and Sakai Street in Osaka. A previously closed shop has reopened for weekends only, so I decided to check it out, but it was full. I will try again next time. For now, I went into "Nakau" and ordered the Ebi Kakiage Soba (490 yen). They have a great lunch set for 500 yen, but I didn't want to overeat. Although there were tempting limited-time menu items, I chose the classic Ebi Kakiage Soba. The kakiage was small but freshly fried. I enjoyed the crispy texture at first, then the gradual softening as it absorbed the broth was also pleasant. The colorful appearance with small shrimp and carrots was attractive. The smooth soba noodles provided a refreshing sensation. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. Let's continue on our journey with diligence, and finish without regrets.

Title: "Reiwa Era Golden Week Western Japan Tour Part 1, Free Udon with Nakau Coupon!" Taking advantage of the 10-day Golden Week holiday period with the Reiwa era transition, I went on a motorcycle tour to Western Japan. The theme of this tour was to head as far west as possible... Let's see how far I can go. On Friday, April 26th, around 8:20 PM, there were more than 10 customers already in the store. There were 2 or 3 staff members serving. The customers were not only Japanese but also several foreign visitors who seemed to be traveling. I purchased a ticket for the "Japanese-style Gyudon" for 380 yen and another ticket for the "Sesame Dressing Salad" for 100 yen. I also used a coupon for a "Mini Haikara Udon". The Mini Haikara Udon is usually priced at 200 yen. The udon arrived in about 1 minute after ordering! I started with the udon. The udon from Nakau had a surprisingly salty taste this time. I usually prefer stronger flavors, so I didn't mind the saltiness, but it was more like they added a lot of salt rather than a rich broth flavor, making it just salty without being particularly delicious. The noodles were soft and had a comforting feel, similar to "Osaka-style udon". While it wasn't extremely delicious, it had a nice softness and flavor. Since it was a mini size, the noodle portion was small, around 100 grams. The toppings included kamaboko, green onions, and crispy fried tempura bits. In Kansai, a "Tanuki" is called "Haikara". The amount of toppings was modest. The Japanese-style Gyudon had a sweet and savory flavor similar to sukiyaki, making it reliably delicious. Among the gyudon chains, this might be my favorite. However, compared to other chains, the portion seemed slightly smaller. The salad and sesame dressing were similar to those at rival chains like Yoshinoya, with shredded cabbage and corn. The sesame dressing was subtly tasty. Just make sure to mix it well, as the dressing may not penetrate all the way to the bottom. The salad portion overall seemed generous. I was satisfied with the meal. The regular price would have been 680 yen, but I was able to enjoy it for 480 yen this time. As for the tour, I departed from my home in Kashiwa, Chiba, around 5:30 AM on April 26th. I traveled on local roads, then onto National Route 6, National Route 246, and National Route 1, cruising through Shizuoka Prefecture, and finally arriving in Osaka via the National Route 23 Bypass and National Route 25 Meishin Expressway. I reached Osaka around 6:30 PM. I took a short break in Osaka, and my planned accommodation for the day was in Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture. (2019.4.26)

In front of the shop, there is a menu displayed. Upon entering, you first purchase a meal ticket at the ticket machine. The menu includes rice bowls, udon, soba, etc. I purchased a ticket for Kitsune Udon. There are only counter seats available. On the table, there are shichimi (seven spice blend), pickled ginger, and soy sauce. Kitsune Udon has medium-thin noodles with a good texture. The soup is a traditional Japanese style with kamaboko (fish cake) and green onions as toppings. The fried tofu (kitsune) is slightly thick and sweet and savory. I plan to try the Kama-tama Udon next time.

The restaurant where you can eat Oyakodon is Nakau. It's been a while since I last went to Nakau. Nakau is the chain restaurant where you can eat Oyakodon. Oyakodon is really delicious. I love it. On this day, I ordered Oyakodon and a small udon set. It arrived in about 5 minutes. I ate it all up in no time. It's convenient because it's a food ticket system. Thank you for the meal.

One day, I was late for lunch and decided to go to Nakau, a reliable choice. Their lunch set is a great deal, available until 5 pm on weekends and holidays! And the best part is that it's only 500 yen〜(*^ω^*)❤︎ The lunch set I had was a parent and child rice bowl with cold udon for 600 yen. The parent and child rice bowl at Nakau is delicious! The staff there were fluent in both Japanese and other languages, which was really cool. Thank you for the meal!

Nakau in Namba! I used to go there when I lived in Namba. I ordered the sudachi udon. Udon is so delicious, isn't it? Nakau. And I was completely satisfied with the teppan oyakodon that came with it! I have never chosen gyudon at Nakau in the past, so I always forget in front of the ticket machine and always go for the oyakodon (^^;

I had breakfast at Nakau to catch an early train from Kintetsu Namba. I arrived at the restaurant around 6 o'clock in the morning. There were 2 customers already seated and 1 customer who came in after me. As soon as I entered, I noticed a bad smell, probably from someone who wasn't very clean. The smell, combined with the heater, was quite strong. However, since I had no other breakfast options, I decided to order the "Shrimp Tempura Soba". By the time the soba arrived, I had gotten used to the smell and started eating. For 500 yen, the meal was decent. The tempura was crispy and delicious, and the soba was not the cheap instant kind, so it was okay. Overall, I would have been satisfied if it wasn't for the initial unpleasant smell. Oh well.

Delicious!