Today, I visited your restaurant for a dinner meeting with clients. I have only had your chicken skin skewers as a takeout before, so I was looking forward to trying them in the restaurant! We started with a toast with draft beer! We ordered 40 chicken skin skewers to start. They were delicious, with a soy sauce-based sauce that was not too sweet, and the chicken skin was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. We enjoyed them a lot! We also had pork belly skewers, chicken sashimi, gizzard sashimi, pig's feet, and gizzard skewers, which went well with highballs. Our clients shared some interesting facts about Kyushu culture with us! It was a fun evening. Thank you for the great meal!

Day 2 of my trip to Hakata. On this day, I went to watch a baseball game at Fukuoka PayPay Dome. Although the Hawks lost, I still had a great time. The game ended at 9:30 PM, so I searched for a restaurant that was still open. I found a place that was open until midnight (last order at 11:30 PM) and decided to go there. Hakata is famous for its yakitori, and I heard that the chicken skin skewers are a must-try. I visited the restaurant around 10:20 PM on a Tuesday. The atmosphere inside was lively, with mostly male customers and quite a few foreigners (Koreans). I was seated at the counter, and the waiter energetically took my order, recommending the chicken skin and meat. I ordered: - Kirin Ichiban Shibori (small) 400 yen (tax included) - Chicken skin x2 130 yen each = 260 yen (tax included) - Chicken meat x2 130 yen each = 260 yen (tax included) Total: 920 yen (tax included) (originally 1,012 yen, but likely rounded down) The waiter brought cabbage as a complimentary appetizer with no dressing, advising to use the table sauce and sesame for flavor. The chicken skin arrived shortly after, wrapped around the skewers as described, juicy and flavorful. The chicken meat followed, perfectly grilled and delicious. I finished everything quickly and was offered a hot chicken broth soup before leaving. The whole experience lasted about 20 minutes, and I enjoyed the quick service and great food. I definitely recommend trying Hakata's chicken skin at least once. Thank you for the meal.

Kawaya Gion, a popular restaurant in Hakata, is known for its grilled chicken skin, a Fukuoka specialty. I heard that people can easily eat 10 pieces of this chicken skin. I ordered 10 pieces of chicken skin and also tried various types of pork belly skewers, pig trotters, chicken sashimi, and chicken liver skewers. The chicken skin had a unique and delicious taste. Each piece costs 143 yen, which is quite reasonable. The pig trotters priced at 418 yen were also delicious! I really liked the crispy outer layer of the pig trotters. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice and child-friendly. I would definitely like to visit again!

The flight was delayed, so I searched on Tabelog to find a restaurant to avoid becoming a dinner refugee. The restaurant I found was surprisingly spacious. I ordered a beer and chicken skin. The price for chicken skin was 150 yen per piece, which seems to be the standard price in Hakata. The chicken thigh sashimi was delicious.

I was born and raised in Fukuoka, and at the age of 40, I visited Kawaya for the first time. In my personal opinion, there are plenty of other delicious yakitori places out there, especially for those coming from outside the prefecture. The prices are cheap and reasonable, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations.

First time trying this place. No reservation, just the two of us. We were guided to a reserved table with a time limit. Lucky us. The food is definitely delicious. A new texture for me. Even my child ended up eating 10 pieces. The cabbage helped cleanse the palate. The grilled pork we had in the middle was also really tasty.

・Cabbage appetizer (free) ・13 skewers (6 skin, 3 pork belly, 2 heart, 2 tendon) ・Edamame ・Draft beer, highball, lemon sour for 3670 yen. It was a great experience for solo dining while traveling. The ordering process was a bit confusing, but the staff's energetic attitude made up for it.

When I arrived around 6:30 pm, the restaurant was almost full and bustling. Despite that, the yakitori was served quickly, so it seemed like a fast-paced place. The yakitori was okay. We spent 8,000 yen for two people, which seemed reasonable for the experience.

I have been to this restaurant so many times that I've lost count, but my favorite here is the chicken skin. I have visited the stores in Kenkodori, Shirokanedai, Otemon, and Gion, but I prefer Otemon and Gion, and lately I've been going to the Gion store a lot. The Gion store is the easiest for out-of-town travelers to visit, and it's the newest one, so the store is clean and spacious. If you definitely want to eat here, it's best to make a reservation. Especially on weekends. You might be able to get in without a reservation if you're lucky, but it really depends on timing. For example, they may have turned someone away just a moment ago, but let someone else in 5 minutes later. Anyway, I highly recommend making a reservation.

The sushi is top-notch but the rest is at a pub level. The service is polite compared to the Kogane store. Three of us ate 60 pieces of sushi. It tastes even better if you order mayonnaise on the side. There were many items out of stock, which was disappointing. However, it's a dish that I want to eat at least once a year.

I want to eat Torikawa from Hakata! This shop makes that dream come true. It's super crowded from the moment it opens, so reservations are a must. You can start by ordering Torikawa and drinks only. The Torikawa in the shape of Nan-kotsu was delicious. The Motsu had a slight smell to it. But it goes well with shochu. Overall, it was really tasty!

The chicken skin at Kawayo was delicious!!! It was perfect for the first round of drinks!!! The place was bustling with people from the moment it opened, so I could tell it's popular. I wish I could have had at least 10 more skewers!!!

After eating ramen, we wanted to have yakitori as well, so we went to Kawanakaya for Fukuoka-style yakitori. The chicken skin was wrapped around the skewer in a spiral shape, making it crispy on the outside and delicious. The cabbage kept disappearing quickly. When it comes to Fukuoka-style yakitori, not only chicken but anything on a skewer is considered yakitori. In Fukuoka, yakitori refers to anything on a skewer, not just chicken.

- Assorted skewers: 132 yen each, including chicken skin, sand gizzard, chicken meat, pork belly, heart, liver, uterus, tendon, and tripe. - Vinegar tripe: 330 yen - Grilled green pepper: 121 yen - Pig's feet: 385 yen - Chicken wings: 385 yen - Grilled chicken tenderloin skewers (2 pieces): 385 yen Kawaya Gion Store (specializing in chicken skin and vinegar tripe) Phone: 092-281-3100 2-8 Gion-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka https://tabelog.com/fukuoka/A4001/A400101/40059272/

Solo at Kawaya Gion, I ordered chicken breast sashimi and 10 chicken skin skewers. The chicken breast sashimi is enjoyed with yuzu pepper and chili, and the portion size for one person at 400 yen is great. The chicken skin skewers have a crispy skin with just the right amount of saltiness that pairs well with beer. It may seem light at first, but after a few skewers, the juiciness and saltiness of the skin are perfect. Unlike other salty dishes that make you drink more, you can taste the deliciousness of the chicken. The cabbage with salt sauce is also a good match. By 7 pm, the place was packed with customers, so I was lucky to have arrived before then. No more orders were coming in after that. Customers arriving after 7 pm were turned away, even on a Sunday. I made the right choice by ordering 10 skin skewers right away. It seems like reservations are possible, so it might be better to reserve for a group. Despite the name "Kawaya," the menu is diverse and enjoyable for everyone. I love the skin, but the heart and gizzard are also appealing. I would like to try the gizzard sashimi as well.

On the first night in Fukuoka, I visited a popular restaurant shortly after it opened. I was seated at the counter, but there were also tables available, making it a friendly place for both groups and solo diners. The staff, who initially seemed intimidating, were actually very kind. The kawakushi was so light and delicious, I could have eaten endless amounts of it! I also tried the chicken sashimi and liver sashimi, which were heavenly! The beer was ice cold and satisfying! I didn't stay long, as I had another place to visit in Fukuoka, but I definitely want to come back!

On the second night of my Fukuoka trip, I decided to try the popular dish of grilled chicken skin at "Kawaya Gion" which I had made a reservation for. The restaurant's name is written with the character "か" enclosed in a circle, and is pronounced as "Kawaya". Fukuoka's grilled chicken skin is rolled up in a spiral shape. Upon entering the restaurant and informing them of my reservation, I was made to wait at the entrance for a while. When I was seated at the counter, a plate of cabbage as an appetizer was served. The amount of cabbage was small and seemed sparse, making my companion mistakenly think it was leftover from the previous customer. We started with drinks - I ordered a grapefruit sour and my companion ordered shochu with hot water. Despite the preference for sweet potato shochu in Kyushu, I opted for grapefruit which may seem unconventional. As the restaurant was busy, they only accepted orders for grilled chicken skin, so we ordered 6 skewers for the two of us. Cheers to our drinks! The grilled chicken skin looked different from the usual, with a strong salt seasoning that made it savory and perfect with drinks. The crispy exterior and juicy texture inside reminded me of the chicken skin at "Nobuyoshi" in Yokohama or the grilled chicken skin at "Denbei" in Fukuoka. With the staff showing more availability, we also ordered pork belly, chicken thigh, raw liver, and grilled chicken skewers. The pork belly had delicious fatty meat, the chicken thigh was tender and juicy, the raw liver was almost raw but fresh and melted in the mouth. The grilled chicken skewers were lightly seared and topped with wasabi soy sauce, using Kyushu's sweet soy sauce and paste wasabi. It was like eating tataki style chicken skewers. As the restaurant seemed busy, we quickly finished our meal and left. The complimentary chicken soup at the end was a nice touch, with a gentle chicken flavor. It was great to try Fukuoka's unique grilled chicken skin. However, the restaurant seemed to be struggling with operations due to the lack of grill staff, resulting in a slightly frustrating atmosphere for both employees and customers.

In a hurry, we couldn't quite settle with just the iron pot dumplings we had eaten. Even though it was past 10 pm, being on a trip seemed to make us want to go to another nearby restaurant we had bookmarked. I thought it was Marukaya, but it was actually "Kawaya" instead. I had seen a Fukuoka travel blog where the blogger recommended trying chicken skin in Hakata, so I was eager to try it. When I looked at Kawaya's website, I saw they had many franchise locations in Tokyo and Aichi as well. When we opened the door and asked if it was okay to come in without a reservation, they cheerfully replied, "We'll prepare a table for you right away!" We were seated at the counter after a short wait. Since I had just had a beer, I ordered a highball this time. The appetizer was cabbage, and I enjoyed it crispy. Then, I ordered the Hakata-style grilled chicken skin that I had been wanting to try. I ordered three skewers, each priced at 120 yen. The chicken skin was crispy on the outside, fragrant, and had a chewy texture when bitten into, which was delicious. I also tried the meat miso-stuffed crispy peppers for 220 yen. The thick peppers were not as bitter as one might expect, and they were tasty. I also had the "Bara" skewer with onions for 120 yen. I wished I had brought the yuzu shichimi and Sansho pepper from "Yamatsu Tsujita" in Osaka Sakai with me, as they would have enhanced the flavor of the meat. I also tried the chicken thigh skewer for 120 yen, which had onions sandwiched between the meat. The meat's deliciousness was deep and rich when chewed. I also had two skewers of shishito peppers for 300 yen. Unfortunately, they were sold out of onigiri when I tried to order. The late hour meant they had run out of rice. When we asked for the bill, they served us a complimentary chicken soup as a finishing touch. It was a warm soup that comforted our stomachs. The total came to 3,990 yen for two people. We spent about 40 minutes there. The restaurant had both counter and table seating, but it was not very big, so it was always full of customers. The restroom was unisex. Despite that, the atmosphere was lively, and both tourists like us and local young customers were all welcomed warmly. As we were leaving, the staff apologized for making us wait, but we didn't feel like we had waited long at all. Thank you for the delicious meal.

[Kawaya Gion Store] I heard it was famous for yakitori, so I went around 7 pm on a weekday and couldn't get in because it was full. The next day, I made a reservation and tried again. The "kawa-yaki" is famous, and from what I found, it is made by wrapping chicken skin around the skewer and grilling it, then dipping it in sauce and repeating the process for 6 days. The crispy texture and salty taste that goes well with beer are so delicious that you won't get tired of eating it no matter how many skewers you have. I tried all the skewer menu items, but the kawa-yaki was by far the most delicious. As the saying goes, "just yakitori, but..." The people who can come to this restaurant after work are enviable. Thank you for the meal.

The staff at the restaurant were fantastic! I did my research before my trip to Fukuoka and decided to visit Kawaya. Even though I still had the flavors of the pork bone ramen from lunch lingering, I couldn't resist ordering "just 10 skewers" of kawa with my friends, along with other items like pork belly, liver, cartilage, and chicken tenderloin. I really wanted to try kawa in its birthplace, and it was worth it. Personally, I really enjoyed the pork belly. I definitely want to go back to this restaurant.