Today's weekday lunch was finally realized at a restaurant I had been wanting to visit for a while. This restaurant has irregular closing days, with specific days off each month. I made the mistake of visiting last time without knowing this and was met with disappointment. I'm not foolish enough to make the same mistake again. I saw on Twitter that "Taniguchi Curry in FOLK old book store is open for business" so I decided to visit! As the name suggests, this restaurant is actually a curry shop that operates by renting space in an old book store. I've always loved old book stores, even though there are fewer of them now. I used to spend a lot of time reading books on quantum mechanics... (Just kidding, I only read adult books! (laughs)) Reflecting on those nostalgic academic days, I entered the store... The interior had a wooden theme, which made me feel really comfortable. As I was getting ready to enjoy my curry, I also felt a scholarly vibe. The menu offered three items: Chicken Curry - 900 yen Seafood Curry - 1,000 yen (limited to 10 servings) Spicy Pork Belly Keema Curry - 1,000 yen (limited to 20 servings) You could choose the level of spiciness from mild, slightly spicy, spicy, and very spicy, with a note saying that even the mild option was quite spicy. The Seafood Curry was already sold out, but I had already decided what to order. Today, I ordered the Spicy Pork Belly Keema Curry for 1,000 yen with a level of spiciness set to "spicy". By the way, I wonder which is spicier between "mild" and "slightly spicy"? (laughs) The food was served within 5 minutes of ordering. So fast! It was as quick as a chain restaurant. These types of spiced curry places usually take a while to serve, so this speed was impressive. The visual presentation of the curry was appealing, with a generous amount of sauce covering the saffron rice. The ratio of sauce to rice was about 3:1, which was great for someone like me who loves sauce. I usually end up with leftover rice when I order extra sauce at Indian curry restaurants. This curry had a ratio of about 7:1, which was perfect for me. Let's dig in! The unique blend of spices and the perfect level of spiciness in this curry were really enjoyable. It had a good kick to it. I'm trying to stay cool now, but I can feel the heat building up in my stomach. However, curry needs to have that level of spiciness. The ingredients included pork belly, as well as pumpkin, mushrooms, and an interesting addition of finely chopped tofu. There were also potato fries on top of the saffron rice for a nice touch. The side dish was pickled turnips. I devoured the curry in one go, like a long continuous shot in a movie. North Osaka is a fierce battleground for spice lovers, and this curry definitely lived up to the high standards. I really enjoyed this curry, but as expected, I felt some stomach pain afterwards. I quickly bought some yogurt to soothe my stomach. Pathetic... I really am retired from spicy foods. I'll be sending out invitations to my retirement ceremony, so please join me. (laughs)

I wanted to have some simple yet delicious curry, so I went to Taniguchi Curry. It's been a while since I had their spicy curry. I ordered the Spicy Pork Belly Keema Curry, slightly spicy, for 1000 yen. I also got the large serving for an additional 100 yen. The spices in this curry really hit the spot. It's simple but the taste is truly Taniguchi Curry's specialty. The Sichuan pepper adds a nice kick and a hint of bitterness. The turmeric rice, cooked to perfection, is also to my liking. The combination of the spicy curry and the radish does wonders. I enjoy the elaborate curries these days, but my love for curry lies in dishes like this. I plan to visit more often in the future. Thank you for the meal.

At Kitahama, Taniguchi Curry was almost full when I arrived around 1 pm. I had to wait about 30 minutes until it was served. I thought curry and ramen were supposed to arrive quickly, so I felt like I waited quite a bit. The spiciness level was as indicated, but it was too spicy for me. The Chicken Curry was 900 yen.

I arrived around 11:25 AM. There were about 8 people waiting before the store opened. This time, I had the seafood curry, limited to 10 servings. It contained shrimp, octopus, squid, and squid ink, giving it a spicy yet flavorful taste of seafood. This seafood curry is my top recommendation here.

The bookstore's pop-up shop seemed interesting, so I managed to get a seat by the window overlooking the river and eagerly awaited my curry. Unfortunately, the river was dirty (what a shame) and the shop was also dirty (wasteful). Even if it's old like a temple, if it's clean, it's beautiful. My old mentor used to say that a lot, so I like cleaning. I heard they give away leftover curry from 2:30 onwards? I saw that information somewhere. It was a nice place with a great spirit.

On a normal day, I had the No-Wait Chicken Curry, slightly spicy (¥900) at Taniguchi Curry. I finished a meeting nearby and checked the time - it was 11:28. Perfect timing as the shop opens at 11:30, just in time to finish the meeting. I've been here a few times before, but this was my first time trying their food as it was always sold out. The menu mainly focuses on chicken curry. There are also limited edition curries available, but I went with the chicken curry this time. The spiciness level was labeled as slightly spicy, but I didn't find it too spicy. It might have been better if it was spicier. The curry had a generous amount of spices, and you could tell they were using a lot of them. The curry had plenty of ingredients, including daikon radish and pumpkin. I could taste the distinctive spice of cardamom in the curry, but it was more of a straightforward flavor rather than complex. Personally, I prefer a more complex and watery curry, but I still enjoyed this one. The price was also reasonable. However, the concentration of curry shops in this area rivals that of Jimbocho. No, it might even surpass Jimbocho.

A curry restaurant located in an area that seems to be known for its spice curries, starting from Kitahama Station. The atmosphere of the narrow streets along the river, filled with renowned restaurants, is truly irresistible. Operating as a pop-up shop within a bookstore adds a unique literary charm to the place. Surprisingly, the interior is spacious and impressive. The chicken curry is simply outstanding, with a rich flavor profile that perfectly complements the vibrant spices. The rice, cooked slightly firm in yellow color, pairs exceptionally well with the curry. The vegetables are cooked to perfection, tender and sweet, adding a unique touch to the dish. It's truly one-of-a-kind. Despite being a spicy curry, it surprisingly blends well with a Japanese-style seasoning, making it incredibly delicious and easy to enjoy. I imagine the seafood curry or the spicy minced pork curry must be equally delicious. A must-visit restaurant that I would gladly return to multiple times.

This is my first visit. You can sit at the counter along the river and enjoy the view outside. The restaurant is relatively spacious and opens early, so although I had to wait when I arrived, I was seated quickly and didn't have to wait outside in the heat. I chose the chicken curry, which had a satisfying portion size even for men, a healthy taste, and was reasonably priced. I left feeling satisfied.

I arrived late, before 12 o'clock, and the limited seafood dish was already sold out. I opted for the Chicken Curry, medium spicy, priced at 900 yen. It contained leeks, daikon radish, tofu, and pumpkin, creating a miso soup-like combination. The spices made it easy to eat and even though I'm not a fan of spicy food, I could handle the medium spicy level. This neighborhood is known for its unique curries, but this spice curry is recommended for everyone.

When I tried to take a day off and go, the place was temporarily closed twice in a row, and today, on the third attempt, it was finally open. However, there weren't many people due to heavy rain in the morning. I tried the seafood curry, which sold out in 15 minutes, with normal spiciness. Perhaps due to the squid ink, the spiciness was mild and delicious.

I visited Taniguchi Curry. This time, I had the chicken curry. The curry had a light, watery sauce with lots of vegetables like daikon and pumpkin, giving it a slightly healthy feeling. It was my first time trying spice curry, but it was delicious.

Chicken curry for 900 yen, seafood curry for 1000 yen, and spicy pork belly keema curry for 1000 yen. You can choose the level of spiciness from normal, slightly spicy, spicy, to very spicy. Seafood curry was sold out, so I ordered the slightly spicy chicken curry. The spices had various flavors and were delicious. It had a mild richness and the spiciness was just right for me. Maybe spicy would be good next time. It's not the trendy curry with lots of toppings. I might prefer Columbia Eight's curry with a view of the river for a relaxing time.

This is a revisit. The main reason was to try the limited 10 servings of seafood curry. I arrived a bit early, right at the opening time, and was the second person to enter. Of course, I ordered the seafood curry (1000 yen). I asked for medium spiciness. The first person who entered also ordered the seafood curry, as did the people who entered after me. It's understandable that they sold out close to closing time. After a while, the seafood curry was served. The blackish curry with squid, shrimp, and mushrooms was visible. It was delicious! The spices spread gently, and the seafood flavor was well balanced. It had a rich taste, creating a different atmosphere from the chicken curry I had last time. It's a good experience to aim for right after the opening, as it's often not available later!

The traditional Japanese-style building has a nostalgic charm. There were three curry options for lunch, but unfortunately two were sold out, so I had the remaining one. It was a delicious dish with a strong aroma of spices. The spiciness was mild, and personally, I would have preferred a bit more kick.

Today's special is spice curry. Fortunately, there was no wait to get in, so I sat at the available counter seat. Unfortunately, the seafood curry limited to 10 servings was sold out. Oh well, that's okay since I was late to the party. I ordered the chicken curry for 900 yen instead. After a short wait, the chicken curry arrived. The aroma of the spices was delightful. The generous amount of curry was a pleasant surprise. The first bite was delicious! The spices were intricately intertwined, creating a depth and complexity. The spiciness also made its presence known. My mouth was filled with the aroma of spices. Even ingredients like thick fried tofu, daikon radish, and pumpkin that I had never encountered before blended in seamlessly. The texture and flavors further complicated the dish. This spice curry is a refreshing experience for both the body and mind.

I visited around 12 o'clock noon. There were about 7 people in line, but seats opened up quickly so there was almost no waiting time. They said the limited menu items were already sold out by this time. - Chicken Curry: 900 yen It had unusual ingredients like daikon and flavors similar to oden. It wasn't very spicy and had a small amount of chicken. However, it had a easy-to-eat taste. Thank you for the meal.

The restaurant has an 80% customer occupancy rate and offers a spicy pork belly keema curry for 900 yen. The dish is served in 5 minutes and has a good level of spiciness with various spices, making it interesting. However, it lacks side dishes and the taste is somewhat easy to get bored of, leading to a mixed feeling of "it's delicious but...".

After a long time, I felt like having curry. I tried to go to "Colombia 8" but it was fully booked. I ended up going to a place called "Taniguchi Curry" in Kitahama, along the Toyohori River in the Broom Shop Town street. I had the spicy pork belly keema curry for 900 yen. It was slightly spicy, as you can see. The turmeric rice was generously served, and the spicy grains looked delicious. It had a slight tingling sensation but I enjoyed the various flavors and textures of the spices. Personally, I found it spicy enough, but next time I would like to try the seafood curry, which was sold out - limited to 10 servings.

It's been a while since I visited Taniguchi Curry. This is my third visit. The first time I went was when they were subletting in Tenroku. As far as I know, the sublet curry boom started from here. And even now, they are still subletting. I visited a bit late and the place had a good amount of seating available. However, more and more customers started coming in and it got crowded. Lining up has been tough lately. The bookstore is located underground and the curry shop operates on the first floor on weekdays. This time, I tried the Seafood Curry - spicy, for 900 yen with extra rice for 100 yen. Limited to 10 servings, so I was wondering when I would be able to try it. That stimulating aroma and the black curry mixed with squid ink is irresistible, isn't it? As soon as I tried it... This is it! The intense spiciness that runs through your whole body. Combined with the richness of the squid ink. It's just irresistible. The turmeric rice, cooked firm, with accents of salted seaweed and something like lemon grass, is also delicious. In addition to squid, there are shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, clams, and scallops, providing a satisfying meal. The impact felt within the simplicity is just irresistible. The spicy version is quite hot, so if you're not used to it, it might be tough. Yes, I was soothed by the intense spiciness! There are more and more trendy spice curry shops, and they are indeed delicious, but the simple yet stomach-grabbing spiciness of this place stands out. I've always liked this kind of curry. I'll go try the other two types soon. Thank you for the meal.

The original owner of the temporary curry #Taniguchi Curry enjoys a spicy curry that makes you sweat, making you feel the end of winter. When spring comes, delicious spring dishes will come again. Japan's four seasons are wonderful. I enjoyed a satisfying lunch with a spice curry fragrant with cardamom. Thank you for the meal!

A curry shop that operates in a secondhand bookstore in Kitahama. Known as the pioneer of borrowed curry, this long-standing spice curry shop has an ethnic aroma filling the air inside, with sunlight streaming in through the windows creating a retro atmosphere. They offer a limited seafood curry, with turmeric rice and a dark, rich curry packed with essence of the sea. The squid ink adds depth and richness to the fragrant roux. The dish is straightforward and bursting with direct umami flavors. It's a concentrated plate of seafood umami.