I visited a carefully selected izakaya in Hokkaido called "Ajina-ten Murai" for the night session with a handsome client. We had a 5,000 yen kaiseki-style course with all-you-can-drink for 120 minutes. The dishes were plentiful and delicious, especially the dessert with strawberries which I couldn't eat, so I gave it to the handsome client as a gift. Now, it's time to head back. I'll send you to your hotel room. Next time, give me as a gift and I'll... What? You don't need that... (- -;)

One night, there was a banquet. We were served tachi-ten (tempura skewers) on this day. The banquet was for guests who had come on business from Fukuoka and Tokyo to Chitose. The venue was "Ajina Tenmurai" in Shimizu-cho, Chitose City. It was my first visit to Murai-san's place. I vaguely remembered going to the second-floor snack bar in this building in the past. We chose the 5,000 yen per person all-you-can-drink banquet course with a pre-booking. The beer was Kirin Ichiban Shibori. There were various other types of alcohol available, and we also got to try some other types of sake. Thank you very much. Now, let me list the dishes we were served. The names are approximate as I am not sure of the exact names. - Goma tofu with snow crab - Tachi tofu (explained to have tachi inside) - Assorted sashimi - Striped Hokke - Scallop dish - Some kind of mousse-like dish, I am sorry I do not know the exact ingredients, but it was delicious - Tachi tempura - Oyster fry and some kind of fried fish, I am sorry, I forgot what fish it was - Sushi, with at least 3 types served. They seem to serve dishes with seasonal ingredients. One of the guests who I had been taken care of during my business trip to Fukuoka in March also came to Chitose this time for the banquet, and we had a great time drinking. One of the guests from Fukuoka was originally from Chitose and had worked in Chitose before moving to Fukuoka, while the other guest was from Fukuoka and it was their first time in Hokkaido, so I hope they enjoyed the Hokkaido-style dishes. By the way, we also went drinking at a different place the next day. Thank you for the delicious meal. *This is a post from a blog. The reviewer has given all dishes a perfect score as they do not want to be disrespectful to the restaurant and hope to recommend it.

Actually... I discovered this place that was buried in my phone (￣▽￣;) I tend to lean towards sashimi dishes, so I have a lot of similar photos... Even though I've only had a smartphone for a little over a year, I take way too many photos and my phone management is a mess... (/-＼*)ｺﾞﾁｬｺﾞﾁｬ After finishing work in Chitose, I met up with a friend ♬︎ They suggested we go here first! So I left it up to them. My friend, who doesn't know about my writing activities, says, "Stop taking so many photos and eat more!" haha And so the night meeting with my friend, who has never heard of food blogs, begins (๑´ڡ`๑)♡ But this friend and I are only meeting today! I wonder how many shops we'll encounter in Chitose...? It seems more fun without any prior information... (,,>᎑<,,)♬︎ Murai-san seemed to be popular among locals. The place was almost full even on this day...♪*ﾟThe staff were friendly, and they offer a variety of Japanese sake and shochu as well ♬︎ The freshness of the sashimi was good, and they seemed to have chosen mackerel and saury as the main dishes for me, a fan of light photography (grateful). When in doubt about choosing a restaurant in Chitose, maybe Murai-san again? Thank you for the meal〜‪⸜(*ˊᵕˋ*)⸝‬

It's great to be able to eat a variety of seasonal dishes! The sashimi platter, potato butter Murai-style, and Genghis Khan fried chicken were delicious. I enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients from Hokkaido. I will definitely visit again.

The menu is extensive, fresh.

On the second day of a summer golf expedition, after finishing the first round at a nearby izakaya, I really wanted to eat asparagus, so my friend and I wandered around looking for a place that seemed easy to enter. We saw a sign saying "morning-picked asparagus" and decided to go in. We ordered boiled asparagus, asparagus tempura, garlic soy sauce dip, saltwater sea urchin, and three cups of local sake. We enjoyed sitting at the counter and listening to the fun stories from the master. The food and sake were delicious. The next day, when I tried to go in again with a friend, the place was full and we couldn't get in. The master and his wife even came out to the entrance to apologize. I'm sorry for causing trouble. Next year, I will definitely make a reservation early. I want to try various dishes.

I enjoy delicious homemade dishes incorporating seasonal ingredients to accompany shochu. I love appetizers ❤ Hey everyone, don't you think that appetizers really showcase the creativity of a restaurant? Yes, appetizers are where the personality of the restaurant shines through! I believe that appetizers are extremely important because it's the first thing every customer tastes at the restaurant! So, if the appetizer feels like leftovers, the excitement level drops significantly ↓↓(´д｀|||) At my first visit to MuraIzumi, the appetizer that came out really got me excited ⬆⬆(。´Д⊂) It really builds up expectations! I ordered the seasonal tempura assortment of 4 items (1200 yen). Oh, wait... I can't have garlic (work the next day). (ノ_・,) The female staff immediately suggested, "How about we substitute it with asparagus?" A quick substitution for the seasonal asparagus. Nice!!! So, the tempura consisted of taranome, fuki, udo, and asparagus. The seasonal tempura had a wonderful aroma of mountain vegetables, really making you feel the season. The texture of the ingredients was firm and had a great crunch, making it irresistible. (*´ω｀*) I'm glad I ordered it~♪ For the grilled fish, I chose komai (620 yen). I tore it apart with my hands while it was piping hot. The tender flesh easily came apart, sweet and delicious. (*^-^*) The saltiness was just right. Next up, the negima skewers of Sakura Hime chicken (450 yen). Super tender and just the right amount of salt. I want to order more every time. Thank you, MuraIzumi!! (。´Д⊂) I enjoyed delicious food and my favorite drink. I refrained from beer, barley shochu, sweet potato shochu, and sake (work the next day), but the tasty food, good drink, and great atmosphere of the restaurant made the experience even better. I accidentally dropped my chopsticks during the meal, and before I could call a staff member, they quickly brought me a new pair. Such kindness and efficiency. (*´ω｀*) Before entering the restaurant, I couldn't find it and called, and the female staff member came outside to wait for me. Such thoughtfulness really warmed my heart. I'll definitely be back!

In April, new first-year students arrived. They are so cute! There are many things to be mindful of and communicate to them, but just watching them is healing. I was recommended by a friend to try this place. The appetizers were marinated smelt and bamboo shoot salad, both delicious! I asked for the tsukune to be seasoned with salt, and it was fluffy! The negima could have been grilled a bit more for my taste. I also ordered the lamb, which was okay. The crab miso shell bake was really tasty, with plenty of crab miso and crab meat. The red snapper was fatty and delicious! My husband wanted to try the vinegar marinated sea cucumber, which was very tender. He said that soaking it in tea beforehand makes it soft. Every dish was prepared with care, making it more of a small dishes restaurant than just a casual izakaya. Most dishes came with a slice of lemon, which was perfect for us lemon lovers. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I finally got to visit the restaurant that I heard is hard to get into without a reservation. The entrance has a counter on the left and a raised tatami area on the right, which was very comfortable to sit in. The service from the women working there was a bit off, perhaps due to how busy it was. The owner used to work at a hotel izakaya in Chitose City, I heard. The menu was extensive and the fish was delicious. The presentation of the dishes was also visually appealing. This time I visited on a set course, but I would like to come back for free ordering next time!

Golf expedition first day this year, we made a reservation for a table in advance and requested to have the asparagus that we wanted to eat for revenge from last year. We were able to find a large 2L size asparagus, which we had been looking for at various farms and road stations, and the shopping team was thrilled. We enjoyed it boiled and buttered, and it was very delicious. We also tried Godzilla shrimp sashimi, grilled dishes, and various other dishes along with local sake from Hokkaido, and we all happily devoured everything. To avoid getting too drunk, we used water as a chaser when drinking sake, and we were impressed when the owner brought it to us at the right timing. Thank you very much. The restaurant is always crowded with locals working there. I envy those who can drink here regularly. This annual expedition is a special occasion, but we will definitely schedule it for next year. Of course, we will make sure to make a reservation early next time.