On this day, I decided to meet up with a friend in Umeda at the last minute. I usually never choose "private room izakaya" type of places, but this time we wanted to leisurely discuss travel plans while looking at travel brochures, and we needed to be able to return home early, so we selected this place recommended by a reviewer. It's located right next to Hankyu Sanbangai, in that corner building where Ichiran (Umeda Shibata store) is. It's easy to find and very convenient for going and coming back! All seats are private rooms, with each room having doors arranged and a layout like a maze. As a result, you don't really pass by other guests within the floor. Of course, you can hear laughter from different directions, but during our stay of less than 2 hours, we didn't encounter other guests in the aisles or even in the restroom. The first drink was brought to us by the staff after we verbally told them, but the rest of the order was done through a mobile order from our smartphones (although paper menus are also available). As someone with slightly poor eyesight, I found the mobile order a bit difficult. It was hard to find the dishes we saw on paper within the mobile order system. Personally, I think that in this kind of "private room izakaya", it would be appreciated if each table had a tablet for ordering instead of relying solely on mobile orders. We ordered the following dishes for two people: - Assorted sashimi (5 kinds) - 1,869 yen - Green pepper menma - 549 yen - Thick ham cutlet - 659 yen - Fried chicken wings - 769 yen - Tofu and seaweed Japanese-style salad - 879 yen - Luxurious mixed rice with melting wagyu beef, rich sea urchin, and golden salmon roe - 3,278 yen We also had highballs, barley soda, and white wine (decanter), and the total bill for two people was just over 10,000 yen. The green pepper menma had a pleasant spicy taste, the ham cutlet was not bad but I wondered why it was served with mayonnaise instead of mustard. The spicy fried chicken wings were enjoyable to eat with a kick. The salad had a good balance of acidity and saltiness, although the large cut of frilly lettuce made it a bit difficult to eat. The sashimi assortment was good, but the tuna was slightly watery. The octopus was a bit too tough. The mixed rice was served in a large bowl with wagyu beef, sea urchin, and salmon roe on top. It was visually appealing and one of the recommended dishes at the restaurant. Mixing the yolk and ingredients together made it delicious, although the wagyu beef was mostly fatty pieces and the rice was slightly dry. Despite the delicious broth and luxurious sea urchin and salmon roe, the balance was a bit off. Comparing the content to the price, it felt a bit overpriced. As a side note, their signature dish "Wagyu Beef Jewel Battleship" with sea urchin, salmon roe, and snow crab is priced at 2,178 yen per piece, which seems quite expensive. In my opinion, "meat sushi" can be categorized into three types: 1) meat sushi served at sushi restaurants, 2) meat sushi served at meat shops (often yakiniku restaurants), and 3) meat sushi served at izakayas.

Good evening.. Today, I met up with a friend who loves eating to plan a trip for autumn! We chose a restaurant near the station where it's easy to talk, as I planned to have a quick drink and go home (of course, I will be going to a second place later). The restaurant is called Wasabi Wamena, located in Osaka, Osaka City, Kita-ku, Shibata 1-3-1, Gathas Hankyu 4th floor, just a 1-minute walk from Umeda Station in Osaka. It's a new and modern Japanese-style restaurant with private rooms, making it very convenient for me as I live along the Hankyu line. The private room we sat in was just right for two people, not too cramped, and had a simple design. We started with a toast of highball and ordered some dishes from the menu. The menu can be viewed on a tablet for easy ordering. We had dishes like red shrimp shabu-shabu, spicy green menma, tofu and seaweed salad, assorted sashimi, thick ham cutlet, chicken wings, and white wine. Everything was delicious, especially the spicy chicken wings which had a crispy coating and juicy meat. Overall, it was a great dining experience in a cozy and modern setting.

Located just a 1-minute walk from Umeda Station, this popular private room izakaya on the 4th floor of GATHER Hankyu seems to be bustling with customers even on weekdays. The seating options include table seats and tatami rooms, all separated by walls or roll screens for complete privacy. Orders are placed by scanning a QR code. We started with a toast with beer and then ordered some popular dishes recommended by the staff: - Melt-in-your-mouth salmon and overflowing salmon roe hand rolls: The generous portion of salmon and ikura (salmon roe) was delicious, with a hint of yuzu miso adding a refreshing touch. - Wagyu Jewel Battleship Sushi with sea urchin, ikura, and snow crab: A luxurious sushi battleship loaded with plenty of crab, ikura, and sea urchin. A truly indulgent treat. - Meat Sushi (beef kalbi, brisket, prosciutto): The fatty beef kalbi and brisket were juicy and flavorful. - Seared Mackerel: A surprisingly large portion of seared mackerel that was moist and tender, with a nice balance of flavors. - Chilled Tomatoes and Cheese-Stuffed Potato Fries: The potato fries were cut into bite-sized pieces and were a satisfying snack to enjoy with drinks. - Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream, and Raspberries: A separate dessert stomach was satisfied with the combination of rich chocolate cake and cool vanilla ice cream. With all seating being private rooms, we were able to enjoy our meal without being disturbed by other guests, making it a relaxing dining experience. While it's great for small groups, the generous portions and drink options, along with the possibility of combining private rooms into a larger space, make it a good choice for gatherings and parties as well.

The newly opened restaurant with all private rooms on July 7th offers a 3-hour all-you-can-drink option. Located on the 4th floor of GATHER Hankyu, it is convenient and easy to find. - Glass of wine: 539 yen - Caesar salad: 879 yen (ample amount of vegetables) - Salmon and ikura hand-rolled sushi: 1188 yen (two large pieces) - Chilled tomato with mayonnaise: 549 yen - Grilled hokke fish with grated daikon: 1199 yen - Mentaiko udon: 879 yen (popular with everyone) - Green tea: 429 yen Overall, it is a very popular restaurant with each dish served generously.

Even on regular days, it's almost always full! You can enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine made with carefully selected ingredients in a completely private room. I had a girls' night out with a friend. ★ Cocktail Peach Orange color is cute and I love the sweet taste that's perfect for summer. ★ Seasonal fatty salmon and overflowing salmon roe hand-rolled sushi (2 pieces) The salmon was fresh and creamy! It paired well with the salty taste of the salmon roe, and it was very delicious. ★ I was surprised by the size of the grilled Atka mackerel! The flesh is firm and very tasty. ★ Caesar salad ★ Tomato slices ★ Cod roe udon ★ Carlo Rosso Bianco (wine) ★ Oolong tea ★ Jasmine tea

※This is a post from a blog♪ Blog URL: https://sibumi.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-6454.html Umeda Night - Enjoying a solid meal and drinks at a fully private room izakaya♪ Premium menu of delicious creamy salmon and overflowing ikura hand-rolled parent and child sushi, a bargain! Visit on July 25th at "Private Room Izakaya Wasabi Umeda Store (wasabi)" in GATHA Hankyu Building 4th floor. There are rooms for large groups, but this time, we opted for a cozy private room☆ Starting with a draft beer Suntory Premium Malt's - 759 yen, a reliable classic. Octopus Karaage - 769 yen, crispy and fragrant♪ Chicken skin with ponzu sauce - 439 yen, a favorite dish of mine! Jim Beam highball - 605 yen, refreshing. Sashimi platter with three types of fresh fish - 1,319 yen, with Hamachi, Maguro, and Tai, a great selection☆ The highlight was the delicious creamy salmon and overflowing ikura hand-rolled parent and child sushi - 2 pieces for 1,188 yen, a perfect combination! The yuzu miso adds a nice touch. Savory sweet potato shochu Satsuma Housan on the rocks - 759 yen, a generous pour, much appreciated. Grilled ray fin with an assortment of appetizers - 659 yen, another favorite of mine♪ From the grilled meat sushi selection, we chose the beef kalbi sushi - 2 pieces for 659 yen, a nice match of kalbi fat and sushi rice. For the finale, we went with the grilled board of local chicken - 1,099 yen, satisfying in both portion size and taste☆ It was delicious - a very satisfying dining and drinking experience!! Thank you for the meal♪ Some menu highlights were mentioned, but they also offer a wide range of all-you-can-drink course menus, perfect for parties and gatherings☆ (Taken with G7X) Private Room Izakaya Wasabi Umeda Store (wasabi) 1-3-1 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka City, GATHA Hankyu 4F 03-4405-1723 16:00-24:00

On this day, it's a day full of events with the Tenjin Festival, fireworks, the boxing world championship match between Naoya Inoue and Stephen Fulton, and a lot more. Despite the busy crowds and strict conditions of summer vacation, I decided to relax with some calm traditional Japanese cuisine. I have visited this type of restaurant several times before, so I know how to enjoy my time here. "Wanami" has a great location, visible right after exiting the front entrance (north) of the Shin-Osaka Hotel. Even when getting off the subway, the underground passage leading to the hotel is clearly marked, making it easy to find. I finished work early and spent some time relaxing at the Shin-Osaka Hotel. I couldn't wait and left 30 minutes early lol. The stylish interior of the restaurant was different from what I imagined, and even though I couldn't see the kitchen from my seat, the open kitchen concept gave a refreshing look that raised my expectations. Starting with a refreshing mood, I began with a sashimi platter of 5 kinds of fresh fish - yellowtail, mackerel, tuna, salmon, and sea bream. The beer went down smoothly! I chose quail marinated in soy sauce for a nutritious snack, and also had some pickled green chili bamboo shoots. These small dishes were perfect for nibbling in between. I then moved on to some chicken wing tempura with sansho pepper for a meat option. The tempura was crispy, the meat was thick, and it was delicious! I usually order a few pieces of lean meat for this kind of dish, but this one was different. Next, I had some seared meat sushi with shoulder loin sushi. Since some dishes I wanted were not available that day, I opted for sushi. The sushi had more meat than shown in the menu photos, so it's best to take small bites. The hand-rolled salmon and overflowing salmon roe sushi was a premium choice and very indulgent. The rich mixed rice dish I had in mind was not available due to sea urchin being out of stock, so I had to choose an alternative. The salmon roe and salmon hand roll was a luxurious treat with its popping texture and smooth taste. I ended the meal with some homemade tantan mixed noodles, which perfectly served as a closing dish. The noodles were firm and had a level of quality similar to ramen shops. The portion was generous, but it went down easily. It's a different genre compared to other dishes at this restaurant, but I noticed some ramen lovers in the kitchen area. This dish was delicious! Lastly, I had a chocolate vanilla dessert to cool off after a hot day. The ice cream was more than I expected, and it was satisfying for an ice cream lover like me. The view outside was unique, enjoying the bustling cityscape in the heart of the city. The restaurant was quite busy that day, but when I asked the manager on my way out, he mentioned that it's often like this due to the excellent location. The private rooms provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere, perfect for when you want to relax and take your time. I may have indulged a bit with the drinks this time, but I'm satisfied with the experience. I found another great restaurant in Umeda! #Izakaya #Premium salmon and overflowing salmon roe hand-rolled sushi #Wanami #Osaka City

Just a short walk from Hankyu Umeda Station! Located on the 4th floor of GATHER Hankyu, you'll find the izakaya restaurant "Wanami Umeda"♪ This restaurant opened at the beginning of July and what's great for us housewives is that it opens at 4 o'clock, which is convenient and makes us happy╰(*´︶`*)╯♡ I actually found this place when I was debating whether to go to a ramen shop in the basement of GATHER Hankyu after a night out with friends. When I looked it up on Tabelog, it seemed like a new place, and I was intrigued by some of the dishes on the menu, so I decided to visit with my friends♪( ´▽｀) Taking the elevator down to the 4th floor, we entered the restaurant immediately. It seems like this kind of layout is becoming more common these days (*´꒳`*) The entire restaurant is made up of private rooms, so it's a nice place to relax. We started off with a toast with beer♪(*^^)o∀*∀o(^^*)♪★Premium Malt's (draft beer) ¥759 It was so refreshing to have beer on a hot day like today ( ^ ^ )/□★Morning-picked edamame ¥439★Grilled stingray fin ¥659 We were all in the mood for drinks, so our appetizers were all about that haha. We invited our beer-loving friends and quickly got the party started★Assorted sashimi of 5 types of fresh fish ¥1869•Tuna •Sea bream •Octopus •Yellowtail •Salmon A stable lineup! The sea bream had a nice texture♪ The yellowtail was so fresh♪ The thick-cut octopus was delicious♪ And the fatty salmon with its rich flavor was amazing! Sashimi is always a good choice!★Dashimaki Tamago (Japanese rolled omelette) ¥769 As a dashimaki tamago enthusiast, I couldn't pass this up! Topped with grated daikon radish and green onions♪ This dashimaki tamago was nicely rolled, and I enjoyed it♪ I don't mind this type of dashimaki tamago♡ And for our last dish, we had rice♪( ´ ▽ ` )ﾉA dazzling and luxurious dish with rice cooked in homemade dashi, topped with a rare cut of wagyu beef brisket, rich sea urchin, and ikura, with a raw egg yolk in the center. Garnished with chopped nori and green onions, this extravagant dish was a feast for the eyes♪ We admired its beauty for a moment before mixing it all up and eagerly devouring it♪ Our mouths were filled with a festive atmosphere＼(^o^)／ The combination of flavors was so delightful that we couldn't stop eating! This rice dish seems to be limited in quantity, so if you come across it, consider yourself lucky♪ The portion was generous, so be sure to share and try it out! (╹◡╹) I didn't order it this time, or rather, I couldn't eat anymore, but the shrimp hot pot with plenty of shrimp also looked enticing. They also offer all-you-can-drink options and courses that seem promising. The staff was friendly, the location is convenient being close to the station, and overall, it's a user-friendly restaurant♪※Prices include tax Many thanks to the staff, the restaurant, the dishes, the private rooms, and the luxurious rice dish. Many thanks to my friends. It was a delicious meal✴️✴️✴️

Located just a 1-minute walk from Umeda Station and opened on July 7th, "Wanami Umeda Store" is a cozy Japanese-style izakaya with private rooms. Situated on the 4th floor of GATHERING Hankyu, this restaurant offers a hidden oasis-like space. Orders can be placed by scanning a QR code. They also offer a drink-all-you-can course that includes premium malt beer for 759 yen. Perfect for the hot summer, start with a refreshing beer! The menu includes dishes like sweet and well-rolled Dashimaki Tamago for 769 yen, salt-boiled morning-picked edamame for 439 yen, a variety of 5 fresh sashimi for 1,869 yen, seared stingray fin for 659 yen, and a luxurious mixed rice dish with melting wagyu, rich sea urchin, and golden salmon roe for 3,278 yen (serving 2-3 people). This dish is made to order, so it may take some time. It is recommended to make a reservation as it is available until sold out. With a focus on quality ingredients sourced from various regions, this restaurant offers a cozy hideaway where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients with good access. Perfect for a relaxing time with friends or family.

The drinks and food are not served promptly. Even when we ask for them at the counter, they are still slow to bring them out.

I used a private room and it had a calm atmosphere which was nice. Even though it was the opening day and things were a bit hectic, the food was very delicious.