I came here because a gourmet friend from Osaka recommended "Tatemoto in Tenkachaya" for fugu. I used to dislike both ikura and fugu in the past. After eating cheap takeout sushi with ikura, I hated it. But after starting to eat high-quality ikura through Tabelog, I came to love it. I didn't eat much fugu to begin with, but after eating bad fugu at Torafugu-Tei, I started to dislike it. However, after going to Mimann, I discovered that fugu can be quite delicious and started to like it. But fugu is really expensive. This time, a friend who frequents Mimann said that this place serves fugu that is just as delicious, so I came here by Shinkansen. It's a gourmet trip with my friend and another middle-aged man, and it's my first time in this area, so I felt a bit nervous. The nearest station is Tenkachaya Station. Whether you get off at Tenkachaya Station or Kishiri Station, it's about a 5-minute walk. As soon as you enter Tenkachaya Street, on the right side, there is a restaurant with an unremarkable appearance, like a normal small Japanese restaurant. The noren curtain has the words "Live Fugu Cuisine" and a picture of fugu. They are particular about using wild tiger pufferfish, and they close from May to August when they cannot procure good quality fish. Oh no, why do they have to close during that time? It's a shame. When you give your name, you are led to a second-floor private room where you take off your shoes. The course menu is the standard, but since I wanted to eat grilled shirako, I opted for the "Hojyo Course for 17,000 yen." The lady at the restaurant was very kind and explained the dishes in detail, which was helpful. The course included: - Two types of yubiki (blanched fugu): skin and meat yubiki - To-to-umi (Enshu): the skin next to the meat (Mikawa), which I found delicious for the first time! The more you chew, the more flavor comes out, and I found it more delicious than tessa. - Tessa: normal - Karaage: The cut pieces were small, but the firm-textured fried fugu was delicious. I wanted more. - Grilled shirako: This was what I wanted to eat. The sweet and savory sauce with the rich shirako was exquisite. The regular grilled shirako is also delicious, but the sauce version can be eaten with rice. - Tecchiri: After all those delicious dishes, the tecchiri felt ordinary. - Zosui (rice soup): This was really delicious! The deep and rich umami flavor was amazing, and I preferred it over the hot pot ingredients. I regretted seriously that we made it one serving for two people because we were so full (laughs). - Dessert: I was very satisfied. It was delicious, as expected from the ironclad of Osaka! The hirazake I ordered halfway through was surprisingly rich in flavor. I couldn't tell if it was the alcohol or the soup from the fins. It might be cheating, but personally, I would have been completely satisfied if they had allowed me to have zosui as the closer without tessa and tecchiri, and added extra karaage x2 and grilled fugu... Is that too much to ask? The female staff who took care of us were also very kind, and I am grateful. I may not be able to come often, but I would like to visit once a year. It may not be a famous restaurant, but I got to experience the deep and rich culture of Osaka.

Visit on the night of May 4, 2022. Second time in almost 4 and a half years. Established in 1951 shortly after the war, this fugu specialty restaurant has over 70 years of history. I had a good impression from my previous visit and had been wanting to revisit. Checking on Tabelog, I saw that they were open until mid-May and had shirako available, so I made a reservation over the phone without delay. They kindly accepted a reservation for a solo diner and I was deeply grateful. [Overall Impression] Another delightful dining experience! The whole grilled fugu and grilled shirako were particularly impressive. The staff was kind and the atmosphere was pleasant even for a solo diner. If you want to enjoy natural fugu at a reasonable price, this is a great restaurant. ■Items Ordered Course menu or à la carte options available Added tempura, grilled shirako, and raw shirako to the Jukusen course Enjoyed a variety of dishes, had some drinks, and estimated a budget of 25,000 yen per person ・Drinks: Fugu fin sake 800 yen ・Jukusen course 14,000 yen ・Tempura 4,000 yen ・Grilled shirako 3,000 yen ・Raw shirako small portion 1,500 yen Should be pre-tax prices, but there was a discount, and the total bill was 25,000 yen ■Highlights ・All dishes were delicious, but the whole grilled fugu and the signature grilled shirako were particularly memorable ・Blanched fugu, tessa, and tepi had distinct flavors and enjoyable textures ・Tempura was slightly small-sized, but delicious, with a crispy coating; served with asparagus and baby corn ・Raw shirako was tasty, but grilling it might enhance the flavor even more ・Whole grilled fugu had large, flavorful pieces; the skin had a unique taste and texture when slightly boiled; accompanied by tofu, enoki mushrooms, shungiku, hakusai, and mochi ・Grilled shirako paired perfectly with a spicy sauce and had a rich, creamy flavor; an incredibly satisfying dish ・Ginger and green onion dashi soup ・Zosui rice porridge soaked in fugu flavor, offering a comforting taste; served with white rice, egg, green onion, and pickles (shibazuke and daikon) ・Dessert: Choice of 4 options, selected the Japanese-style panna cotta with black sesame kinako, mango, and strawberry on top [Visit Details] ■Date & Time ・May 4, 2022, 18:30 ・Second visit in almost 4 and a half years ・Meal duration was just under 100 minutes ■Location Closest station is Tennocha-ya. From the station, head towards Route 26 → Cross Route 26 at the Tennocha-ya station intersection and continue straight → The restaurant is immediately on your right; easy to spot with its sign ■Restaurant Information ・Restaurant with a traditional Japanese inn atmosphere ・Without prior information, it may seem intimidating to enter casually ・Reservation is required ・Counter seats near the entrance ・Mainly private dining rooms available ・No waiting for entry as I had a reservation ・Hand sanitization before entering ・Despite dining alone, I was escorted to a second-floor tatami room with tables ・Experienced female staff attended to serving and maintaining the hot pot ・Cloth towels provided ・Mask storage available ■Restroom ・Located on the left side of the stairs leading to the second floor ・Unisex restroom with Western-style toilet, Panasonic brand ・SARAYA toilet seat cleaner available ・Handwashing sink inside the private room ・Provided with MIYOSHI foaming hand soap, paper towels, toothpicks, cotton swabs, and tissue box (as of May 17, 2022) 24 reviews on Tabelog, with an average rating of 3.67. 2 reviews by My Reviewer with an average rating of 4.05.

Tenkacha Tea House has landed and it was incredibly delicious. I can't forget the beautiful sashimi. Despite being thinly sliced, it had such a satisfying texture. The grilled shirako and fried chicken were also delicious, of course. I enjoyed my favorite fin sake as well. I want to go back again soon!

Fugu! I made a same-day reservation and went there (^o^) It's a bit of a walk from Nankai, Tenkachaya Station, across the Abiko Street. The night road was a bit unsettling, but inside the restaurant, it felt strangely nostalgic and comforting! The proprietress? Waitress? A beautiful lady made the dining experience very pleasant! The fugu sake was also excellent! Thank you for the meal!

I visited "Tatemoto," located about 4 minutes from Tenkacha-ya Station. This fugu specialty restaurant has been in business since 1951 and is known for its commitment to using natural tiger pufferfish. They even close during times when fugu fishing is not available. This strong commitment has earned them multiple "The Tabelog Award Bronze" awards. I am looking forward to trying their dishes. Here is what I experienced: - Yubiki: A light dish that allowed me to fully taste the umami, increasing my expectations for the next course. - Tessa: Thick slices with a satisfying texture. - Butsugiri - Kawa Shabu Shabu: Even though I had it from the skin, it was thick and full of flavor. - Tecchiri: I had a few slices of the skin and meat shabu-shabu style. The firm texture and chewiness were great, and I might prefer this over the skin alone. - Yaki Shirako: Served with a sweet and savory sauce, this dish was delicious. - Ginger Soup - Zosui: This was outstanding. It had all the flavors condensed into it. - Dessert: You can choose from several options. I chose the panna cotta. I had a delightful dinner experience.

Dinner on April 28, 2019: Tatemoto Porkko returned from Kyoto to Osaka. This time, we visited the fugu specialty store "Tatenomoto" in Osaka. The quality of the fugu here is better than in Tokyo but cheaper, so it's a great deal. They serve natural tiger puffer fish. The way they grill the shirako is exquisite, showing the power of a long-established store. The tare-yaki style is sweet and savory, with a perfect balance. The tecchiri is rich and impressive as well. I realized that high-quality fugu has a different texture when you bite into it.食べログ2017・2018・2019 Bronze. "Discovery is seeing what everyone has seen and thinking what no one has thought." - Albert Szent-Györgyi

[Order] Course [Price] Around 20,000 yen per person [Rating] Used for my parents' 60th birthday celebration. I never thought there would be such a great restaurant in Tenkachaya. Truly, the best things are often right under our noses. Now, the awaited blowfish dishes. The tetchiri and karaage were all delicious, but what impressed me the most was the tessa. The thinly sliced blowfish, beautifully prepared by the chef's skill, was like a work of art. I could savor the firm and bouncy texture of the blowfish. This is the pinnacle of white fish. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

- Good price for natural blowfish, great taste. - Friendly staff. - Various options available.

I think it was delicious in general, but I didn't particularly feel the need to go back again.

The service and taste were both excellent. The price felt cheap for the high-end course menu plus three additional dishes of shirako and plenty of sake, totaling 58,000 yen for two people.

Today, I went to a blowfish restaurant for a year-end party. We had the Toyoyoshi course with Yubiki, Otomi Kosoage, Tessa Tecchiri, and dessert. I have been to various blowfish restaurants, but everything, including the ponzu sauce, was delicious!

The shop that came out was a famous blowfish restaurant with a traditional atmosphere. In the private room, which was recommended, there was a dedicated waiter named Nakai who provided attentive service. The sake was also fragrant and delicious. There are several courses to choose from, and you can also add additional items. The blowfish sashimi was thick and satisfying. The highlight was the blowfish hot pot, which had an incredibly rich flavor. We also ordered additional delicious shirako (blowfish milt) and melted it in the porridge, which made it even more flavorful and delightful. When we asked for another place nearby to have a drink, the landlady kindly escorted us to a bar. It was truly amazing service.

The price is high, but it's worth it. It's a special place that is worth two bills flying out of your wallet. It's a once-a-year treat! ♡♡♡

Great value for money at this natural blowfish restaurant.