It's been a long time since I went to the super spicy curry restaurant called Aimai. If I don't go for a while, the addictive nature diminishes. I was relieved to find out that they didn't put any special powder like the one used by the famous chef Hanao Nada. There was a mysterious curtain hanging. I ordered the medium-spicy (Little Devil) and super spicy (Witch) combo with triple meat for 1800 yen. The overall view is not Instagram-worthy. It's true that with triple meat, there is a lot of beef. Even scooping with a spoon gives you plenty of meat. The Little Devil part is easy to eat. The combination of medium-spicy curry, meat, and rice is excellent. It's so delicious that I couldn't stop eating with a spoon. The Little Devil part was finished in no time. Moving on to the Witch part with super spiciness, I encountered difficulties. To alleviate the spiciness, I added an egg yolk. The default spiciness is already reduced by the meat fat. The egg yolk makes it milder. The spiciness is further reduced by eating pickles to suppress the spiciness in the mouth. Even though I went to eat super spicy curry, all I did was to alleviate the spiciness. I struggle to understand what I am seeking in this restaurant. The days when I added extra curry sauce because there was leftover rice from the Bee's curry are long gone. However, the super spicy curry here has a delicious taste beyond the spiciness.

Located within the Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, just a short walk from Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, is a curry restaurant that curry lovers are raving about for its super spicy curry. The restaurant is only open three days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) until 13:30, so it was hard to find the time to visit. The interior is small with mostly counter seating, each separated for one person, and the space is a bit tight. The menu offers three types of curry, all priced at 1000 yen each: 1) Little Devil: not that spicy... probably, 2) Witch: really spicy, seriously, 3) Self-responsibility: painful! Those who can handle the taste are amazing. You can also request extra meat. The ordering process is done upfront, and the curry is served almost immediately. You can help yourself to water, a raw egg (up to 1 egg), carrot pickles, and cabbage pickles. On this day, I decided to try the Little Devil curry with extra meat. The curry smelled delicious and looked appetizing. I cracked the raw egg over the curry and took a bite. It was spicy, but not overwhelmingly so, and quite tasty. As I was enjoying my meal, I noticed that people around me were going for seconds. To my surprise, I found out that you can get free refills of rice and curry. I decided to try a bit of the Witch curry as a refill... it was too spicy for me. The difference in spiciness between the two curries was quite noticeable, but the deliciousness was addictive. I later learned that you can bring in food from outside, such as buying some "Karaage-kun" from the Lawson convenience store next door and adding it as a topping. Knowing this now, I will definitely try it on my next visit. Despite leaving with a tingling sensation on my tongue, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal.

Facing the Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street, the entrance is hard to find. It seems to be an homage to the old Hachi curry, known for its extreme spiciness, which used to be just around the corner. There are three levels of spiciness, and even with the mildest one, Devil, I broke out in a sweat. You can bring your own toppings, so getting some karaage from Lawson or croquettes from Nakamuraya across the street would be a good idea.

On the second floor of a building in Tenjinbashi-suji Shotengai, right inside, there is a special seat with a mini fan. You can order the "Witch x Little Devil Half" curry in exchange for payment. "Yes, that will be 1,000 yen." Even though it's called "Witch," it's still pretty spicy, yo! Make sure to have the courage to eat it at your own risk, haha. The cabbage and carrot pickles are all-you-can-eat, and you can have up to one free egg (just take it from the front). It's recommended to order a smaller portion of rice and get free refills of rice and curry. The restaurant is only open three days a week, but it's worth trying the blissful spicy curry with pores wide open! Instagram: @masayan.310

Credit card payment ❌, electronic money payment ⭕️ Little Devil Curry (tax included 1,000 yen) The impression left by this restaurant was more about the service and playfulness rather than the taste of the curry itself. Overall, the restaurant received high ratings despite the taste not being exceptional. What stood out the most was the fact that you can get unlimited refills of rice and curry for a flat rate of 1,000 yen!! It's like a dream come true. And even if they run out of rice, they will apparently let you buy white rice from the Lawson convenience store across the street and use that to serve the curry. What a kind service. I also personally liked the quirky names on the menu. Although this restaurant is known for its super spicy curry, I'm not a fan of spicy food so I opted for the mildest curry. Even though it was originally a super spicy curry place, I was interested in visiting because it used to be a famous restaurant. Overall, it was a wonderful restaurant where I had a great experience, even though the taste itself wasn't the highlight.

I was excited to visit a place known for its spiciness, and the menu included devil, witch, and self-responsibility levels of heat. I opted for the witch level, which was quite spicy but manageable. The curry was served simply over rice with tender meat. The spiciness increased as I ate, becoming very hot towards the end. Despite the heat, the curry was delicious and I managed to finish it. The restaurant had a cozy atmosphere, and the friendly staff made the experience enjoyable. I would definitely visit again.

I visited the restaurant during the daytime. When I arrived at exactly 11 o'clock, there were already a couple of customers ahead of me. As soon as I entered the shop, I placed my order for the "Half Devil and Witch (1,000 yen)". Once I paid the 1,000 yen, the service was amazing. You could have unlimited refills of curry and rice, a complimentary raw egg, and unlimited pickles. It was practically all-you-can-eat. The regular serving size had 300g of rice, and the large serving had 500g. They started preparing my order as soon as I placed it, so I completed the payment with PayPay when it was served. Let's dig in. First, I made a pocket with the raw egg. I didn't think it through, and I regretted putting the whole egg instead of just the yolk. I carefully brought the Half Devil to my mouth. It wasn't too spicy at first, but it definitely got spicy. Next, I tried the Witch. It was spicy, but manageable. So, I decided to mix it with the curry. Even mixed, it was still spicy. It seems the Half Devil can't beat the Witch after all. Personally, I think something in between the Witch and the Half Devil would be just right. Maybe something like a Wicked Woman. The diced meat in the curry was tender and flavorful. It paired well with the curry, bringing out the sweetness of the meat. There were mostly male customers, and it was quite surreal to hear everyone entering the shop and exclaiming "Witch", "Half Devil", "Self-responsibility". It was an interesting sight. Thank you for the meal.

I finally got to eat at Aimai Curry after half a year! I really love it and savored every bite. I wish I could eat it about once a week. Even though it's spicy for me as a witch and I can't eat it without eggs, it's still delicious eating it while sweating. Oh, this time I went around 1 pm and it felt like they were running out of rice. That was close! *No waiting time, no line at around 1 pm on weekdays. Payment method: PayPay. Thank you for the meal!

On Saturday during lunchtime. There was a wait of about 5 minutes. The entrance is hard to find, but there are stairs leading to the second floor in front of LAWSON across the road. I'm confident in handling the half (self-responsibility & witch) level of spiciness (I can easily finish up to level 9 spiciness at Coco Ichi), but I'm glad I chose the half. If it was just self-responsibility, I might have been crying.

Thank you for always serving delicious curry! It was my first visit in a while, and I headed to my favorite restaurant, Aimai-san. When I arrived at 11 o'clock, there were already three customers waiting. Today, I ordered a dish with 40% self-responsibility and 60% witch's rice, with less rice. I added only the egg yolk and some free cabbage. The curry had a sharp spiciness and a lot of flavor, making it quite spicy. Next, I tried the self-responsibility dish, which was also spicy, but delicious. It was a different kind of spiciness compared to Goyakura-san's super spicy curry. I apologize for my poor explanation, but you may be able to see the slight color difference in the first image. Some reviews may be mixed, but personally, I love this spicy and delicious curry. Thank you for the meal.

Located near Osaka Tenmangu Shrine, on the second floor of a building in the Tenjinbashi-suji shopping street. The entrance of the building only has a standing sign. After climbing a slightly steep staircase, you will find the entrance. The interior of the restaurant is very plain and outdated. There are 5 seats at the counter and about 6 tables, each separated by partitions. They offer only three levels of spiciness for their curry, with the option to add extra meat as a topping. You can choose to have just one level of spiciness, mix different levels, or have all three together. You can also specify the amount and ratio of spiciness for each level. - Devil + Witch (1,000 yen): A mix of 7 parts Devil and 3 parts Witch. Devil has a moderate spiciness that is generally well-received. However, when you switch to Witch, it takes you to a whole new level. Described as "very spicy," I was expecting it to be slightly spicier than Devil, but it turned out to be much spicier than I had imagined. The intensity of spiciness at this level really makes you realize the serious level of spiciness you are getting into. I don't mind spicy food, but personally, Witch was more than enough for me. The balance between the quality of the curry and the price is a bit on the expensive side, but they offer free refills, so it's a good option for those who want to eat a lot. It might appeal to those who love extremely spicy food. For those who don't fall into either category, this place may not have much appeal.

Before starting a blog, my wife and I used to visit "Aimai-san" together. I decided to visit Aimai-san after a long time. Aimai-san is located at 2-2-28 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka City, on the 2nd floor of Nagai Building. The nearest stations are "Minamimorimachi" on the Osaka Metro and "Osaka Tenmangu" on the JR Tozai Line, both about a 5-minute walk away. I arrived at the shop at 12:00. The shop is on the 2nd floor, and there is a large real estate sign that can be easy to miss. Aimai-san is located on the opposite side of Lawson in Tenjinbashi 2-chome shopping street. If it's sold out, the sign will flip to "Sold Out." While it's open, they offer today's curry. The shop is closed on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. The opening hours are 11:00-13:30, with evening hours on Wednesdays from 18:00 until sold out (usually around 19:30). If Monday, Wednesday, or Friday is a holiday, they will be closed. The owner mentioned that they use one day for preparation, hence the schedule. I made my own blog and Instagram business cards a while after starting the blog, and one of the purposes of this visit is to put them up. The signboard on the entrance is the landmark. It's easy to miss because of the large real estate sign. I went up the stairs, and the spicy catchphrase will leave a lasting memory! I arrived at Aimai-san and disinfected my hands at the entrance. I got permission to take photos and sat at a table. The counter seats were full of regular customers. I didn't know that Aimai-san was on Instagram, so I left a comment on a post before my visit. I informed the owner that I received a reply to my comment. The curry is priced at 1,000 yen per dish, and adding meat (beef) costs an additional 400 yen. You can order three types of curry - "Koakuma" (medium spicy), "Majo" (very spicy), and "Jikosekinin" (extremely spicy), and you can adjust the proportions yourself. The regular rice portion is 300g, and you can get a large serving of 500g. You can also get extra rice and curry. My husband ordered the "Triple" (Koakuma, Majo, Jikosekinin) with a large serving and extra meat, while I only had Koakuma. Aimai-san operates on a prepayment basis. After settling the bill, the owner quickly served our orders. The speed of service is one of the attractions, but whether you can eat quickly depends on your tolerance for spiciness! It's a bit difficult to tell which curry is which at first glance. It's better to confirm with the owner and start with the least spicy one! The "Jikosekinin" is really spicy, and if you eat it first, your tongue will get numb, making everything else spicy. The curry is simmered thoroughly and has a thick texture with a unique blend of spices and a moderate level of spiciness. We ate each curry step by step, starting from Koakuma, then Majo, and finally Jikosekinin. The pickled carrots and cabbage on the counter have a mild acidity that complements the spiciness of the curry. The curry was delicious, especially with the generous amount of beef tendon meat added. The sweetness of the tendon meat perfectly matched the deep spiciness of the curry. The Jikosekinin made me sweat a lot and was really hot! Spicy curry in the hot summer is my favorite! I enjoyed the meal with a refill of curry and by crushing the egg yolk to make it milder. I left the shop after thanking the owner, feeling satisfied and happy with a full stomach.

I visited a super spicy curry restaurant in Minamisencho! They offer three levels of spiciness: Little Devil, Witch, and Self-responsibility. Today, I tried a mix of Little Devil and Witch. I underestimated it, but the Witch one was so spicy! (tears) I had to drink lots of water. The Little Devil one was still gentle (laughs). The European-style curry was incredibly delicious. It was also impressive how the order came out in just three seconds! (laughs)

- Ambiguous Curry (Witch) ¥1,000 - Ambiguous Curry (Witch + Self-responsibility Child + Meat Topping) ¥1,400 The extra meat cost of 300 yen was increased to 400 yen! But the meat here is still incredibly delicious~ The curry is of course amazingly delicious! I still love the pickles here and I was so happy to be able to eat here after a long time. *No waiting time on weekdays at 1 pm. Payment method: PayPay (prepayment). Thank you for the meal!

I went to Ai Mai in Minamisenmachi to eat spicy curry! They posted on Twitter, "Do you know about the spicy dish Hachi? We want to revive that legendary curry from Minamisenmachi, so we are selling curry at Ai Mai." There is a similar restaurant to Hachi in Osaka Station Building, but I chose to come here today. They are open for lunch on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, so I checked on SNS and visited right at the opening at 11:00. I learned from previous visits to order at Ai Mai, but I was surprised when the first customers who entered immediately ordered things like Half & Half, Triple, or 20% self-responsibility. I ordered the Witch with less rice and extra beef (¥400). The total was ¥1400. This restaurant has three types of curry, all priced at ¥1000: Little Devil (medium spicy curry), Witch (super spicy curry), and Self-responsibility (ultra-ultra-ultra spicy curry). You can have unlimited rice and curry, and also get one raw egg and two pickles for free. The Witch (super spicy curry) is indeed very spicy, but it tastes delicious when mixed with the meat. I finished it quickly and still wanted more, so I bravely ordered a bite of Self-responsibility (ultra-ultra-ultra spicy curry). As expected, it was extremely spicy, making my tongue hurt and sweat pouring out of my pores, even my nose running. I'm glad I only took one bite~ If I ever crave spicy curry again, I would like to come back. Thank you for reading until the end! If you could 'like,' 'save,' or 'follow,' it would be encouraging for me in the future, so thank you in advance!

Located in the Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street, which is the longest shopping street in Japan, this curry restaurant is a bit of a challenge to visit. It is about a 5-minute walk from Minami-Morimachi Station and is only open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The restaurant is known for its extremely spicy curry dishes, with unique names like "Self-Responsibility" (super spicy), "Witch" (spicy), and "Little Devil" (medium spicy). I ordered a half portion of the Little Devil and Witch curries, with extra meat and a free raw egg. It had been a while since I last visited, and the curry was as spicy as ever – delicious but definitely spicy! They offer free refills of the curry sauce, and payment is made upfront. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and is popular among regular customers. Be sure to take responsibility for the spiciness when you order the Devil dishes!

This is a curry restaurant near Osaka Tenmangu Shrine. It is located on the second floor of a Tokyo building in a shopping street. I visited around 11 am on a weekday. It was relatively quiet as I arrived just before the main lunch rush, but it got quite crowded by the time I finished eating. The menu only offers curry rice with the option to add extra meat toppings. They also provide a free raw egg and vegetable side dishes like coleslaw. You can choose the level of spiciness, with options ranging from "Little Devil" to "Witch" to "Eat at your own risk". I ordered the "Little Devil" which was quite spicy. The curry had very little ingredients but was rich in flavor. It didn't feel too spicy at first, but the heat gradually built up. They also offer free refills for those who want to eat more. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, this place only serves lunch. Climbing up the narrow stairs of the building, you will find a secret door. The atmosphere is quite unique. When you open the door, you will be surprised. It was full. I ordered the Ambiguous Curry, medium spicy. The bowl arrived quickly. No words needed. It was quite delicious! The curry was impressive.

A female chef runs a shop in the middle of a shopping street! While they are known for their super spicy dishes, this time I chose the mischievous one!! Their European-style curry is easy to eat and not too spicy, so I finished it in no time. Next, I want to try the witch dish! The shop is small with only one person working, and the atmosphere is cozy with customers clearing their own plates and paying upfront.

I was intrigued by the mysterious name of the restaurant and the peculiar menu names, so I decided to visit the place. I found a seat at the counter right away. I ordered the Witch and Imp combo, which was served in just a few minutes. It was moderately spicy. Maybe just the Witch would have been enough. It wasn't just spicy, I could taste the umami flavors as well while eating quietly. I received eggs and pickles as a complimentary service. The portion was quite generous, but it seems like you can add extra sauce or rice if you want. I finished my meal. I don't feel like going back right away, but I have a feeling that I'll want to visit again someday.