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Located next to the meat shop "Kobayashi Shokuhin" in Umimachi, Kasuya District, there is a popular yakiniku restaurant run by the same meat shop, called "Tanpopo Market" (Super Joint). We visited with our family on a weekday evening. The lunch menu changes daily and costs 550 yen, which seems to be very popular, but the evening seemed relatively quiet. The restaurant has private rooms and booth seats, and the interior is much larger than it appears from the outside. Each private room is equipped with air conditioning and even power outlets. There is a gas grill in the center with a large duct to prevent smoke. The menu is extensive, with individual items available as well as set courses ranging from 1500 yen. This time, we opted for the course menu with all-you-can-drink option. The luxurious course for 3000 yen included white cabbage kimchi, chicken skin with ponzu sauce, edamame platter, vegetable salad, fried chicken, fried potatoes, a variety of meats, grilled vegetables, rice or chicken rice, and dessert (vanilla or lemon ice cream). We started with a platter of appetizers, fried chicken, and fried potatoes, along with beer. The fried chicken was exceptional! The platter of 7 meats included thick slices of beef tongue, Arita chicken, sausages, beef harami, wagyu chuck flap tail, Kinunokuni pork belly, and chicken thighs. Each meat was delicious, especially when paired with the two types of sauces provided. We also ordered some additional items like miso soup with plenty of tripe, horse meat yukhoe, kimchi, fried chicken, onion rings, and more. The meal was satisfying, and we ended with rice dishes like chicken rice, grilled rice with miso soup, and Karubiya ramen. The staff were always smiling and provided excellent service throughout the meal. The quality of the meat was exceptional for the price, and the overall experience was very pleasant. We even received complimentary ice cream for the kids at the end of the meal. We had a very satisfying dinner and would love to try their lunch menu next time!