I visited an Asian izakaya located right in front of the North Exit of Ohanajaya Station on the Keisei Main Line, specifically to enjoy satay (Indonesian-style grilled chicken) and bak kut teh (a Malaysian soup dish). I had a great time savoring Southeast Asian dishes at affordable prices, which pair well with beer and sour cocktails. The "three kinds of assorted appetizers" (¥500) included a boiled egg, braised chicken wings, and two sticks of satay, making it a good deal. The chicken in the satay was larger than typical Japanese yakitori, and I could choose from two types of sauce—peanut or chili—both of which had authentic local flavors and were delicious. The "Malaysian-style braised offal (bak kut teh soup)" (¥580) had a robust broth packed with spices and garlic, reminiscent of the local taste. It is said that this dish was originally a source of nutrition for labor migrants, and it truly feels like a boost of energy. The restaurant offers six kinds of Southeast Asian beers, making it a place I’d love to visit more often as the weather warms up. If I get tired, I might just go for some bak kut teh. Thank you for the meal!

This is a store located in front of Ohana Chaya Station. The popular satay rolls can be ordered for takeout, and you can choose between peanut sauce or yogurt sauce. The dish I had this time was the curry ramen "Laksa." After finishing the meal, I felt the same way as I do after eating curry due to the strong spices. If I lived nearby, this would be a go-to option for when I'm tired. The delicious soup base is made from curry and shrimp, so please be cautious if you have a shellfish allergy. If I have the chance to come by again, I will definitely try other menu items. Also, for those with room in their stomachs, I think adding the forbidden rice (saffron rice would be even better) is a great idea.

This is an izakaya located in front of Ohana Chaya Station! It seems that it used to be a completely Asian izakaya, but now it looks like they are gradually shifting towards becoming a more traditional izakaya. When I entered the restaurant, I noticed the owner, who had a Southeast Asian appearance, but apparently, he is Japanese, as it was written on his name tag, haha. While looking at the menu and asking questions, the topic of the restaurant's changes came up. It seems that the Asian menu is still kept for the previous customers. They no longer serve lunch, but on weekends, they open for lunch, which serves as a substitute. I ordered a set of three satays from the Asian menu, but I found out there were only two left. I was about to give up, but then I noticed that the yakitori on the izakaya menu was also two pieces. I jokingly asked if they could swap the yakitori for the satay, and although the sudden request surprised the staff, they gladly accepted since it was near closing time. Encouraged by their willingness, I decided to place an additional order. After waiting for the food to be prepared and bringing it home for the tasting, here’s how it turned out… **[Three Types of Appetizer Platter]** The original items included two pieces of chicken thigh yakitori, chicken wings, and a boiled egg, but I had the yakitori swapped for satay. The satay was delicious! It was spicy and had a different flavor compared to Japanese yakitori. The chicken wings and boiled egg were also good and the addition of bean sprouts felt like a nice bonus. **[Stir-Fried Pork Offal]** The offal had a good crunch while still being easy to eat, and instead of just filling it up with bean sprouts, they used a generous amount of offal, which I appreciated. The seasoning was nice and bold. **[Satay Roll]** Since I had just eaten satay on a skewer, it didn’t leave a strong impression this time. Sure, it had volume, but the peanut sauce didn’t really stand out for me. Despite speaking fluent Japanese, the store owner has a striking appearance that makes him look almost foreign. I think I’ll come back next time to try their laksa ramen! By the way, they accept PayPay as payment.

"Satay" refers to grilled skewers popular in Malaysia and Indonesia. I had a satay roll that was wrapped with vegetables and cilantro, and it was delicious with a spicy sauce that whetted my appetite! There was even a hint of curry flavor! In the evening, I visited an izakaya, which had a standing drinking style. Even though I stopped by at night, they were great about offering takeout, which I really appreciated.

Peanut-flavored Asian-style grilled chicken.