This is a story about "Eenonka", a 9-day adventure in Wakayama Prefecture from Friday to the following Saturday, with 7 nights of continuous activities. Is it really necessary for the office to be in Osaka? Within those 7 nights, there was one night of accommodation in Izumisano. It may not be a typical place to stay, but due to the schedule, it became the first overnight stay within the prefecture. Is it really okay? After checking into a hotel near Izumisano Station, finishing up some email work, I eagerly headed out. It was still 5:57 PM. Is it really okay? There were two promising restaurants I had bookmarked. I was well-prepared for that. One restaurant was on the west side of the station, and the other was on the east side. Despite the high sun, I was excited and a bit nervous as I intentionally got lost. The restaurant on the east side seemed to be located in a slightly sketchy alley off a wide street. I peered into the alley from the wide street on the east side...Wow! The atmosphere seemed a bit intimidating. While the entrance to the restaurant was clearly marked, the overall vibe of the alley was a bit dodgy. If it was in a different location, there might have been someone calling customers in. My heart racing, I approached the restaurant and pushed open the sliding door. Okay! The interior of the restaurant looked lively and welcoming. I was led to a seat at the counter. The display case at the counter was filled with fresh seafood. I was immediately drawn to it. I ordered a draft beer to start. Cheers! It was delicious. However, I was having a hard time deciding what to order. I wanted to try everything, but I settled on a sashimi platter for now. The appetizers were simmered beans and sweetened bonito. The bonito was incredibly tasty. My anticipation grew. The counter, which had only a few people at first, started to fill up, and reserved seats were quickly taken. It seemed to be a popular local spot. The sashimi platter arrived. It was a colorful display of local fish. Each piece was like a jewel. The horse mackerel was sweet and flavorful. The mackerel was fresh and tasty. The flounder was thick and flavorful. The tuna was tender and delicious. The Spanish mackerel was sweet and juicy. The saury was juicy and had no fishy taste. The bonito was rich and flavorful. The yellowtail was fatty and delicious. The ark shell was a delight with its oceanic flavor and texture. It was an amazing platter. And all of this for just a little over 1,000 yen. Is it really okay? I couldn't believe it. I kept sipping on my sweet potato shochu. The atmosphere was so pleasant. I was in a good mood. It was amazing. I couldn't resist ordering the fried fish. It was so delicious. The crispy texture, the tender flesh, and the comforting flavor. It was perfect. And there was quite a lot of it. I also ordered the marinated horse mackerel. The restaurant was buzzing with energy. It was a great atmosphere. It was not as rowdy as in Osaka. I kept ordering sweet potato shochu, and it was still okay. I had another serving of the marinated horse mackerel. It was so good. The texture of the horse mackerel was just right. The miso flavor and the fishy taste were a perfect match. Even with another serving of sweet potato shochu, it was still okay. I had a great time eating and drinking. It was fantastic! The atmosphere of the restaurant was great, the fish was amazing, and there were so many different types of fish and shellfish to choose from. There were also meat dishes on the menu, but I was indecisive. The display case full of shellfish was captivating. It was a wonderful encounter. I would love to come back again, even without work, just taking the Nankai train. No, I will definitely come back!!!

This restaurant is great for entertaining clients or enjoying a meal with friends. They offer unique dishes specific to Izumi cuisine, and everything is delicious. We had three drinks each for three people, along with the menu item in the photo and some fried potatoes, all for this price. The cost performance is excellent. It's a place where people of all ages can enjoy. Personally, I love the Gaccho's fried chicken.

I visited with a friend I hadn't seen in 5 years. The restaurant was packed with customers. The seafood was delicious. The horse mackerel namero was especially good. They had new onion tempura, new burdock tempura, and conger eel tempura, all tempura dishes. The sea bream shirako was rich and very tasty. There were many seasonal ingredients, making the meal very satisfying. I want to come back again.

Located near the east exit of Izumisano Station on the Nankai Main Line, this restaurant offers locally sourced seafood at affordable prices, prepared in unique and delicious ways. For example, the boiled silverfish with salt. Silverfish, also known as hīragi in standard Japanese, is a small fish with tough bones and little meat, often discarded as a bycatch in my hometown of Wakayama. I was amazed at how delicious it was when boiled with salt. The water eggplant prosciutto salad, a specialty of Izumi Province, brought out the sweetness of the water eggplant even more when paired with prosciutto. The sashimi of local live shellfish was served raw, a sign of its exceptional freshness. The service provided by the motherly waitress was warm and welcoming, creating a cozy atmosphere. Despite its upscale appearance, the cost was reasonable at around 4,000 yen per person for a satisfying meal. This family-run establishment offers a unique dining experience that sets it apart from chain restaurants. When looking for a place to drink in Izumisano, consider this gem for a relaxed and enjoyable evening.

The menu is mainly composed of fish from Izumisano. On days when there is a catch, fresh fish awaits you! What particularly impressed me was the "salt-boiled Ginta." It's a fish called Hiiragi, and it was my first time trying it! Despite being a simple cooking method, the salt boiling brought out its deliciousness. Among the many menu items, I wonder if anyone else would stumble upon this on their first visit? In many ways, thank you to the chef for this valuable experience!

A seafood izakaya right next to Izumisano Station. This is my second visit. It's very much appreciated that they offer fresh seafood caught in Osaka Bay at local prices. It's definitely fresher and more delicious than eating in Osaka city, and the fact that it's provided at a reasonable price is wonderful! I would like to visit again.

Izakaya and Sakaba Sanpei located right near Izumisano Station. It is a local restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood caught locally. In Osaka city, it can be expensive to eat such fresh seafood, but here it is very reasonable thanks to the nearby fishing port. Eating delicious sashimi makes the sake go down smoothly. Even on weekdays, local customers keep coming in, showing that this place is loved by the community.

I stayed nearby and visited this restaurant based on the recommendation from the hotel staff. As recommended, everything was fresh and delicious! The grilled flounder liver with sesame oil and salt was amazingly tasty. The clams were also plump and delicious. It was the best value for money. ✨

I visit this restaurant regularly, but this is my first time writing a review. It's a cozy and affordable place, always crowded and sometimes hard to get a seat. Tonight, I arrived after 9 pm and was able to smoothly enter the restaurant. The highlight here is the fresh fish dishes. The must-try dish is the anago tempura - crispy fried anago served with chopped green onions and soy sauce. Tonight, I enjoyed a platter of rare tuna sashimi, including the tail, behind the eyes, and the crown, which felt like it would make my head clear after eating. I paired it with plenty of drinks. The delicious dishes make you drink too much!

I got off at Izumisano for the first time and fell in love with the old streets that occasionally peek through the ongoing redevelopment. Sanpei-san was conveniently located near the station. We were served marinated horse mackerel as a starter, followed by octopus sashimi. The restaurant offered a variety of skewers, grilled dishes, simmered dishes, and fried foods. Although the food was delicious, I was disappointed by the lack of sake options. The same went for shochu. It was a bit of a letdown for drinks, but beer drinkers won't have a problem. The lack of mobile phone signal was frustrating, which is quite important in this day and age.

This is an izakaya located just a short walk east from Izumisano Station on the Nankai Electric Railway. It is tucked away in a side street behind Mister Donut. Three restaurants, including this one in Izumisano, are part of the family-run chain called Sanpei, which also has establishments in Hagurazaki. The restaurant often features fresh fish caught at nearby fishing ports in the Izumi region, making it exciting to see the daily specials. A must-try dish here is the anago tempura, featuring crispy fried conger eel topped with plenty of green onions and eaten with soy sauce. Another popular option is the gatcho karaage, a dish made by deep-frying small gatcho fish split into three pieces, allowing you to eat the entire fish, bones and all. Of course, they also offer a selection of fresh sashimi that can be customized based on your preferences. The Izumisano location is cozy, with only a few small raised seating areas for four people each and a counter with about ten seats.