This restaurant was opened by someone who trained at “Hinata”, an Akimoto-ya group establishment. This was my first visit. Upon arriving, the first thing I noticed was the exterior, which is unlike any other Akimoto-ya restaurants. At first glance, it doesn’t look like a yakitori place at all, but rather resembles a stylish bar. It’s just very chic! The interior is equally appealing. It seems popular among younger customers. On this day, I saw a group of four who appeared to be over sixty, as well as couples in their thirties and twenties, indicating a wide range of clientele and popularity. Upon entering, I was promptly shown to the counter. The ordering process is quite modern, as you can order through a QR code or verbally. I immediately took a look at the extensive drink menu and chose the unsweetened lemon sour from three different options. It was refreshing and delicious. For snacks, I ordered potato salad, sliced raw beef tripe (senmai sashimi), and homemade pâté. The potato salad was quite standard. The senmai sashimi was a standout, seasoned with sesame oil and salt, and you can dip it in a vinegar miso if you desire. The homemade pâté is a popular item from "Hinata", and it was also very tasty. Now, moving on to the main event of the day: the yakitori. I switched to a Hoppy set and ordered the green onion and pork neck, tongue, and white fat skewers. They served one skewer at a time, showing the grill master’s thoughtfulness in wanting you to enjoy each piece at its best doneness. All of them were grilled perfectly. The pork neck was incredibly tender with just the right amount of heat, while the white fat was nicely charred, cooked to my liking. This went well with the Hoppy drink. I then added some sake and ordered additional skewers of liver and green onion liver. These were also cooked just right. The freshness was outstanding, so I felt they could have been grilled even less, but that’s just a minor thought. Overall, I was satisfied with the ambiance and the taste. The hospitality was excellent, making for a pleasant drinking and dining experience. Since this is a new restaurant in the Shiinamicho area, its rating on Tabelog isn’t very high yet, but I believe it will rapidly improve. I highly recommend it! Thank you for the meal.

We used the restaurant as a family again this time. I felt that the speed of food delivery had improved compared to before. Despite ordering a lot, it was very helpful. As always, the yakiton was tender, satisfying, and delicious.

To Iroha-san, first of all, the facade is great! You can place your order through your smartphone. That said, the staff will add any necessary details for you. The quality of the meat here is excellent! I've eaten at various places in the Akimoto-ya and Hinata series, but this might have been the most delicious!

There are quite a few yakitori shops in椎名町, but ever since I discovered this place, I only go to Iroha. The deliciousness of the yakitori speaks for itself (especially the kashira and harami, which are the best). Other dishes from different genres are also genuinely tasty, and there is no compromise on anything, whether it's the vegetables, baguettes, or stews. Plus, the prices are unbelievably reasonable which makes me a bit worried. I hope this wonderful restaurant continues for a long time. (It would be even better if they offered white rice.)

This izakaya is considered the number one in Shiinamachi. The grilled yakitori made from fresh meat is absolutely delicious. In addition to that, there are many unique dishes available, including options that resemble those found in Western-style restaurants. The liver pâté I tried this time was exquisite. The restaurant is clean and has a great atmosphere, making it a popular spot for families at the table seats, while solo diners can be found at the counter. It’s a wonderful place that can be enjoyed in various ways.

After visiting a super sento (spa) with my colleagues and business partners, we wandered around the area filled with yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) places, debating which one to choose. We randomly decided to enter a restaurant, and every dish we tried was incredibly delicious! (*^^*) It’s been a while since I was in the photo, but I’ll definitely be back to Shiina Town again!☆

I've been here a few times, and they still provide service quickly! The carpaccio is delicious (๑´ڡ`๑). It seems rare to find a yakitori shop with fish dishes. This time, we came with three people, so we thought we could eat quite a bit, and we also ordered the camembert dip. The texture was fun, and it surprisingly disappeared quickly Ψ( 'ч'＊). The atmosphere is nice, and the staff’s service is great. I definitely want to visit again soon (´｡•◡•｡)ﾉ.

I was thinking about going to Kitano Homare, but it was temporarily closed, and Oguro's tuna was fully booked. So, I decided to explore the area around Shiinacho Station. I found a yakitori place that had just opened in April, and I checked to see if they had cartilage skewers, which they did. However, when I ordered, they informed me that they didn't have any that day. After a moment of disappointment, I ordered a bottle of beer and managed to navigate the difficult task of ordering on my smartphone. Before I knew it, the place was completely full. When I asked the staff, they mentioned that it was unusual for the restaurant to be so busy. While exploring the neighborhood I used to live in, I was happy to discover a nice yakitori shop. I tried various dishes, and the daikon at the end was delicious.

I visited a restaurant that opened last April, which I had been curious about. This time, I was there for dinner with my family. The restaurant has an air of sophistication, and the clientele seems quite refined. I ordered beer and lemon sour, while my family opted for soft drinks (it was unfortunate that there were no non-alcoholic options). For our meal, we had cabbage with miso, harami skewers, dashi-tamago (Japanese rolled omelette), tsukune skewers, Caesar salad, simmered tofu, shiitake skewers, kaburame (pork neck) skewers, garlic oil, liver taste, a mixed platter of fried items, and cream cheese dip. Among everything, the anchovy potatoes were particularly unique and delicious.

The stylish interior feels like a café, with a slightly elevated counter. It seems to attract a lot of young customers. Even on a weekday, customers keep coming in one after another, so it must be a popular spot! The food was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I was surprised to find such a wonderful and delicious yakitori restaurant in Shiinamachi! This time, I had a meal with my family, but I also think it would be a great place for a girls' night out or a date. Every piece of meat was delicious, and the side dishes were plentiful as well.

A new restaurant has opened in Shiina-cho! I was curious about it during the construction, and I finally got to visit. It was around 7 PM on a Wednesday, and the place was nearly full with customers. Luckily, I managed to secure a table, but if I had been just a bit later, it might have been a different story. Ordering is done via a smartphone, and I wonder if the menu will expand over time. The selection of grilled dishes was extensive, and the appetizers were decent as well. As you can see in the pictures, the grilled items were excellent, and we couldn't stop ordering them. The stews were also delicious. They had a wide variety of drinks, which made it fun to try different things. If I could make a personal request, it would be great to have some vinegared dishes, like "gatsu-zuke" (a type of pickled dish)! I hear that weekends tend to attract families, creating a different atmosphere in the restaurant. I’ll definitely be back! Thank you for the meal!

I found a stylish restaurant in Shiina-cho! It's nice and clean, and the atmosphere is suitable for a date since there’s no strong smell. I happened to walk in, but it quickly got full, so you might want to make a reservation. The prices are reasonable, and everything I tried was delicious. My favorite was the tsukune (meatballs)! You definitely have to try it. The staff are very attentive, and I will definitely come back again.

We visited on Saturday evening, and the stylish interior, the lively staff, and the delicious atmosphere raised our expectations. Ordering can be done by scanning a QR code with a smartphone or verbally, which is convenient. We started with a bottle of beer and a lemon sour for a toast. The cabbage miso was served as a salad, followed quickly by various dishes like negi liver and grilled tongue. Although we couldn’t specify the seasoning when ordering through the smartphone, each dish recommended their flavors, and they were all delicious (๑´ڡ`๑). When we asked questions about the menu, the staff responded with warm smiles, which further increased our appreciation. Additionally, the restroom was incredibly clean and impressive (人´∀`*). This place is likely one of the best options for a date in the Shiina-machi area (* ॑꒳ ॑* ). Since reservations aren’t possible, I plan to visit again soon after opening on our next trip.

The new star at Shiinamachi on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line (`・ω・´) is causing quite a stir in Itabashi Ward, and it's just a 15-minute walk from Kanamecho (`・ω・´) . This is definitely within reach for the residents of Itabashi (`・ω・´) . It seems that with the opening of the 7G line, the world beyond the Seibu Ikebukuro Line has disappeared (`・ω・`) . I'm not sure, but popular places like the "Yakitori Iroha" are certainly buzzing. I am Egaring, the Baron of the Sealand Principality and FSM Bishop, as well as the president of the Itabashi Youth Association ( `･ω･´ ). Are you scared of being alone at night? Are you afraid of being alone in Shiinamachi? Are you frightened of eating yakitori alone? That's why I want to enjoy carpaccio with you (`・ω・｀) . I recently visited and for details, please refer to my previous posts (`・ω・`) . This time, I will provide some supplementary information based on what I noticed during my first visit and feedback from others who have been since. For my first drink, I decided to have the lemon sour from Iroha again (`・ω・´) . Although the Iroha lemon sour is delicious, it is quite weak Σ(ﾟдﾟlll) . It’s perfect for a quick drink after a bath (`・ω・´) . Next comes the “Ganmo” (deep-fried tofu) and “Daikon” (radish). Both items are seasoned with the same flavor as the tripe stew, but I believe that Ganmo is a standout here (ﾟдﾟ) . I could eat it forever (ΦωΦ) . The daikon is soaked with flavor and so tasty, but there’s an enormous pile of the quartered radish, so well… (`・ω・`) . While enjoying the classic miso cabbage, I ordered the only skewer of the day, which was a chicken meatball. I had it with salt this time instead of the sauce I had before. The texture and aroma of the meatball were fantastic. Recently, I’ve been having it with grated ponzu, so switching flavors made it tough for me to navigate (`・ω・`) . One of the highlights is the extensive side menu, and there's even a half-size option that feels like it’s inviting solo patrons to try it. The carpaccio (`・ω・´) looks like it’s made with tuna, paired with a refreshingly simple but perfect dressing, dill, paprika, and pink pepper. This is definitely one of the standout dishes here (`・ω・´) . Then there's the grilled vegetable miso (`・ω・´) — I had thought it was either cabbage miso or a skewered option, but it turned out to be grilled miso. This miso contains walnuts and almonds, and it pairs perfectly with the vegetable sticks. They could even offer a veggie add-on option like a baguette (`・ω・´) . This also stands out as a top dish here. Since the Iroha lemon sour didn't get me tipsy, I switched back to my usual bottled lemon (`・ω・´) . The first sip hits hard, proving that bottled lemons pack a punch (ΦωΦ) . And I had the staple camembert (`・ω・´) . It looks solid on the outside but is completely melted inside (`・ω・´) . The restaurant has excellent fire control. Next up was the grilled avocado (`・ω・´) . It was cooked well and delicious. Even though avocado can be eaten raw, it’s great when properly grilled (`・ω・´) . Lastly, I tried the fried chicken which was big, with two pieces (`・ω・´) . It’s just what you’d expect from fried chicken (ﾟдﾟ) . Once I started on the bottled lemon, I got carried away and kept ordering more (`・ω・´) . Now, let’s address the red spicy ajillo (`・ω・´) . It’s surprisingly spicy and has a flavor reminiscent of chili oil. The garlic and hua jiao add to the appetite (`・ω・´) . It’s packed with eggplant, zucchini, enoki mushrooms, and meat, which also seems to be one of the top dishes here (ΦωΦ) . I got a bit tired, so I might have had a passion fruit sour (`・ω・´) . I think it was sweet (`・ω・`) . For menu details, please refer back to my previous visit. This time, I was seated in a different spot and could see the kitchen, which was spacious (`・ω・´) . Flowers celebrating the opening were placed around the restaurant (`・ω・´) . Their grilling skills are definitely top-notch, but the sides are truly impressive. I want to try everything on the menu, and I’m curious to see if daily specials will appear, or if they will simply stick with this extensive main menu. Usually, regulars come for the specials and don’t order from the main menu. I tend to go on weekends early, then binge-watch anime while drinking, only to wake up the next day with no memory (`・ω・`) . On weekends, arriving around 5 PM seems okay, but after 5:30 PM, it starts getting busy. (I suspect many places are similar.) Many families arrive during early hours on weekends, and the table seating seems cozy. The counter stools are a bit firm, so they help prevent people from lingering too long. By the way, someone I spoke to who went on a weekday mentioned it was fully packed (`・ω・´) . Despite opening without any announcements, the restaurant's inviting appearance and reliable taste have created a positive cycle for repeat visitors. Last time, I thought the lack of PayPay was the only downside, but they are in the approval process, so I’ll keep an eye out. I don’t think they’ll be taking reservations anytime soon, as that would just add unnecessary work (`・ω・`).

The new restaurant near Shiinamachi Station has been open for about a week now. At the entrance, there was a sign stating, "Due to staff shortages, we are limiting the number of customers." It quickly became full. The interior was spacious and clean. I enjoyed draft beer, several types of grilled skewers, simmered tofu, a sashimi platter, and shochu. There were also many fruit liqueurs available. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Recently, there's been a lot of buzz about a new restaurant in the vicinity of Shinsei Town, along the Seibu Ikebukuro Line. Although it's a bit far for some, it's only about a 15-minute walk from Yochō, making it accessible for residents of Itabashi. It seems that with the opening of the 7G line, the rest of the world has faded away, so to speak. I am Egarin, Baron of the Sea Land Principality, FSM Bishop, and Chairman of the Itabashi Youth Association. The thought of being alone at night… is it frightening? Alone in Shinsei Town? Alone with yakitori? That's why I want to enjoy homemade pâté with you. Recently, I heard about this place from Tamaya's Tama-san. There’s a new guy who grills, and someone who used to handle sides at a certain central place is now on the team. They just opened yesterday, so I had to check it out. Upon visiting, I didn't know if I would be recognized, but I was called out, "Are you a regular from Tōbu Nerima?" Despite having only met once, what an impressive memory! On this occasion, I remembered as well, as the person was someone familiar from an old advertisement featuring R-Taro, but not him. I had spoken with R-Taro earlier about how both of them are now alone, so it seemed fitting to bring it up again. I immediately ordered the nostalgic pâté, paired with a standard lemon bottle, probably around three pumps. Following that, I opted for a refreshing sour drink. As for the stew, I ordered the mixed ingredients, which included offal stew, daikon radish, tofu, and ganmo. While I wondered if ganmo and daikon were more like oden, I decided that they would all share the same flavor. To my surprise, the ganmo soaked up the flavor beautifully, making it delicious! Next, I ordered pickled cucumber, which had an interesting presentation. I remembered the camembert being the type without tomatoes, and the French salad was larger than I expected, featuring a nice pop of paprika. Interestingly, the ordering system is primarily mobile, offering options for "spicy miso" and an "April limited special spicy miso,” with a difference of free versus paid. Being a noble, I ordered the paid version. I imagined it would be like a cabage-dressed miso, but it turned out to be spicier and thicker, which would definitely suit skewers well. Next, I ventured into the grilled items with liver that was perfectly cooked, followed by harami and unexpected-looking tsukune, which resembled something a parent might bring from a kitchen truck—though it was fresh and grilled, not pre-cooked. It’s likely that their process is complex and unique. I sampled a variety of skewered meats including the flavorful aburamatsu, finding everything delicious. I've always enjoyed yakitori from smaller, familiar places, and now it was time to try some avocado, perfectly cooked as well. For drinks, I went with an Iroha Lemon Sour, which had a tropical fruit fragrance that was lovely. The savory rolled egg was aromatic and delicious, followed by a platter of mixed fried items, including anchovy potatoes, fried chicken, and a ham cutlet that could only be had through this combination. The ham cutlet came with a special sauce served on the side, and the anchovy potatoes were skewed towards a heavier mayo flavor, which suited me well since I’m not a big fan of anchovies. The fried chicken was satisfying too, with a comforting, crispy texture. As for drinks, my companion chose a Gold Highball made from rum. I concluded my sampling with a Sapporo Sorachi 1984 draft, which felt robust and had a distinct aroma. The interior had a casual vibe with a smoking room available. It's interesting to see more establishments these days providing designated smoking areas, probably to improve the overall customer experience. The restaurant opened on April 23, 2024, operating on limited hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5 PM to 11 PM; Saturday from 3 PM to 11 PM; Sunday from 3 PM to 10 PM; closed on Mondays and Thursdays. Reservations aren't available yet, but they accept credit cards, except for AMEX, and unfortunately, PayPay isn't supported. Despite a few shortcomings, the quality of food and the clean, spacious environment shows they’ve put a lot of thought into the décor. The layout suggests they are targeting a younger crowd while also welcoming families. Overall, I found it to be a wonderful experience. The kitchen was sizable, allowing for creativity in the dishes served. One of the biggest perks? The smoke-free interior! A relief compared to other places. It's still unclear how they manage the ventilation, but it certainly enhances the dining experience.

At the north exit of Shin-cho Station, along the Flower Street, there seems to be an unusually high number of yakitori shops. Starting with the long-established "Kado," which has been around since the Showa era, there’s the undisputed local favorite "Yamachan," the chain "Shimonya" and "Hakataya," and the quaint "Kamaya." It’s rare to find such a concentration of yakitori shops within a 100-meter radius in a local station. One wonders if Toshima Ward wants to promote the area through yakitori! Now, about the interior. I had never been inside a previous izakaya here, but I was surprised by how spacious it was! It has a stylish atmosphere. Although I say "stylish for a yakitori shop," it seems suitable for both dates and family outings. This certainly helps distinguish it from other yakitori places. The menu is not just focused on yakitori; it also offers stews, pâtés, pizzas, and salads, and they have wine available. Despite being such a neat establishment, the prices are reassuringly in line with typical yakitori shop costs. Based on a few dishes I tried, the flavors were similar to those of well-known establishments, and I could guess the training background of the chef. It’s a good thing in that it meets expectations with stable flavors. The pâté had a lighter saltiness, which made it feel homemade. The simmered ganmo was delicious as well. While it functions very well as a yakitori-centered izakaya, what’s even better is that it’s open on Wednesdays. Many places in Shin-cho close on Wednesdays. The issue of having nowhere to go for drinks when "Kitahoma" is closed can now be completely resolved here.

All the skewers were delicious!