Recently, as it has become a bit chilly, I’ve been craving hot pot! How about trying the famous Taiwanese Motsu Nabe from Nagoya? ❤︎ I attended a gathering at this place! *About the restaurant* There is the original Taiwanese Motsu Nabe Jin located in Arahata, and they are the creators of this dish. A second location opened in Sakae, which is the center of Nagoya! It’s about a 5-minute walk from Sakae Station, situated in the Sumiyoshi area. It’s behind the famous Kani Honke restaurant, down a back alley. It’s also right across from a popular Yakiniku restaurant called Seigo! The restaurant has three stories and is vertically elongated. The first floor has about five tables, the second floor has the kitchen, and the third floor has two tables available for private booking. There is one unisex restroom located on the first floor. We reserved the entire third floor for our gathering this time m(._.)m. The busy owner Jin greeted us briefly at the beginning (*´-`)! The staff all had shining smiles and provided wonderfully relaxed service, which was really impressive(´∀｀*) It seems Jin's passion is reflected in their service! Our amazing organizer prepared a fantastic selection of dishes that we had never tried before. Drinks were all-you-can-drink. As usual, I went for a shochu on the rocks! I was tempted by the makkori as well, though (laughs). Please refer to the menu in the photos (*ﾟ▽ﾟ*) We indulged in so many dishes! The Motsu Nabe, of course, but the Korean food was also truly delicious! I can’t help but eat a lot of ramen at the end (laughs). You can check out my previous reviews and those of my fellow reviewers for more details (laughs). This time, I was surprised that the restaurant was completely packed and when we entered, it was mostly women!!! Capturing the hearts of women is quite a challenge, right? I feel this place is going to become even more popular! ❤︎ Oh, it was so delicious! ♡ After I posted photos on Instagram, many people expressed wanting to go… I will definitely visit again! Thank you for the wonderful meal! P.S. This isn't related to the restaurant review, but we celebrated birthdays one day apart with my fellow reviewer (≧∀≦). We even got a surprise with delicious champagne, cake, and crackers!! It was truly a delightful day♡♡♡ Thank you so much (*^^*) to everyone at the restaurant as well!

As it got colder, I started craving hot pot, and I often go to a restaurant that serves pork offal hot pot. I usually order the soy sauce flavor, but this time I wanted a change, so I chose a Taiwanese offal hot pot place. I had the impression that Taiwanese hot pot would be similar to Taiwanese ramen, so I thought it would be soy sauce-based too. However, I stumbled upon the salt flavor. A friend who had been to this restaurant before also hadn’t tried the salt flavor, so we decided to go for it. It turned out to be more to my liking than I expected! The taste is completely different from the impactful richness of the soy sauce base; it’s light yet has a deep umami that seeps into your senses. At this restaurant, you can customize the ingredients you put in the hot pot. I chose something like a three-meat combo—which I can't remember the exact name of—consisting of offal, premium hormo, and pork (sorry if I got that wrong). Even though I usually dislike offal in grilled meat dishes, I enjoyed it here. For the final course, we had ramen, which was pre-blanched, making it ready to eat right away. The broth complemented the noodles perfectly, and I was able to savor it deliciously until the very end without getting bored. I will definitely be coming back! We also ordered a dish of fried tofu separately, which was very tasty, so I look forward to gradually trying other items on the menu.

Nagoya's new specialty, Taiwanese-style motsunabe (beef or pork intestine hot pot)! It's spicy and packed with flavor, making it perfect for pairing with drinks. It retains the great qualities of motsunabe while also embracing the local Taiwanese twist, making it highly recommended. You can't easily find this outside of Nagoya, so I encourage you to visit and try it!

I made a reservation and visited on a weekday evening. I ordered a simple soy sauce flavored Taiwanese hot pot without any extra ingredients. I chose the medium level of spiciness. I enjoy spicy foods, and I found it to be just the right amount of heat. For the finale, I had ramen, and I ended up feeling quite full.

I visited the restaurant on a Friday night. The place had a long and narrow layout. The side dishes were served in small portions, allowing us to try a variety of things. The pot dish we ordered was a delicious Taiwanese-style hot pot typical of Nagoya. I regretted not ordering ramen for the finale. Thank you for the meal!

I went there craving oyster hot pot, but I also added scallops, turning it into a scallop and oyster hot pot. The spiciness can be adjusted since they provide the spice powder separately, which is great for going with friends who don't like spicy food. We went as a group of three and ordered two servings of ramen for the finale, but it seemed like just one serving because it was so small, so I'd recommend ordering enough for everyone or even more. They also have alcohol available, making it a good spot for daytime drinks.

I went for lunch with a friend to a Taiwanese hot pot place. They also had oysters as a topping, so we added those! I'm really happy that I could enjoy hot pot for lunch! It was almost like we had the place to ourselves, so we could eat at a leisurely pace. We were also served water in big mugs, which was great! At first, I thought the meat was hidden and there wasn't much, but there was actually a lot more than I expected! It might be a bit small, but it was super delicious. I'm not great with spicy food, but even the regular spice level was perfectly fine for me and really tasty!

Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City, Naka-ku, Sakae 3-8-125. In the hot summer, Taiwanese hot pot and beer are perfect! You might think hot pot isn't suitable for the heat, but the restaurant is air-conditioned and very comfortable. You can choose your spice level, which is great. I went with a soy sauce base and chose the maximum spiciness. The heat level was just right and very delicious! My visit was rated 3.44.

I made a reservation to visit "Ganso Taiwan Motsunabe Jin" on a weekday evening♪ This month, from Monday to Thursday, they have a special where you can enjoy as many lemon sours and highballs as you want for just 100 yen each, so I had quite a few drinks☆ The signature "motsunabe" and the most popular appetizer, "hatsu sashimi," were both delicious♡ I really enjoyed the ramen and zosui for the perfect finish! They were playing nostalgic songs from artists like Mr. Children, ZARD, and Yutaka Ozaki, and even though the singers weren’t the originals, they sounded surprisingly similar (or imitated) which was really fun. I wonder if it was on a music channel? I’d love to hear it again, haha. Thank you for the meal!♬

It's been a while since my last visit, but it's still consistently delicious. I heard that from Monday to Thursday, highballs are just 100 yen, but unfortunately it's Friday, so I had a draft beer. The combination of spicy offal hot pot with Taiwanese minced meat and draft beer is a classic. I always order the soy sauce base, so maybe I'll try the salt flavor next time, haha.

The restaurant is located down a narrow alley, and although it is small, it has a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Heartwarming messages from the owner are posted on the walls. The Taiwanese-style offal hot pot was excellent. There are various ways to enjoy offal hot pot, such as with soy sauce, miso, or salt, but trying it with a Taiwanese ramen-style broth was groundbreaking. I didn't know this way of eating existed! The spicy broth pairs perfectly with the offal. I ordered additional toppings like clams, minced meat, vegetables, and premium offal, and I finished with a rice porridge. I also ordered deep-fried offal, but I was already full from the hot pot alone. It was delicious, and I would definitely like to visit again.

I visited the restaurant with a reservation on a Saturday night. It was located in a narrow alley lined with izakayas. At first, there were hardly any customers, but around 7 PM, more and more people started coming in, and soon it was full. I ordered the hot pot, which was my main reason for coming. I was able to choose the base, and since it was my first time, I went with the soy sauce option. It was definitely spicy, but behind the spiciness, there was a delicious flavor. I'm not very good with spicy food, but it was so tasty that I kept eating. The spiciness wasn't overwhelming, making it easy to enjoy. It was really delicious. Next time, I want to try the clam hot pot with a salt base.

When it comes to Nagoya cuisine, you can't miss hitsumabushi, miso katsu, ebi fry, miso-nikomi, and of course, Taiwanese ramen! Taiwanese ramen originates from Nagoya and features spicy minced meat stir-fried with chili and garlic, along with greens and bean sprouts. It's punchy and delicious, and now they even have it in a hot pot! The original Taiwanese motsunabe (offal hot pot) costs 1,580 yen per person (minimum of two orders), with winter oysters for 1,480 yen and Hokkaido scallops for 980 yen as toppings. The ramen to finish is 300 yen. I heard that oysters at this time, having overwintered, are rich in nutrients and creamy, and once I learned that, I couldn't resist! When the pot arrived, in the center was a mound of Taiwanese minced meat and red chili, surrounded by vibrant green garlic chives, and the white of the added scallops and oysters made for a beautiful presentation. But just look at all that chili! Feeling like a challenger, I gave it a try, and surprisingly, it wasn't too bad. In fact, the umami from the offal and oysters made it spicy yet oh-so-delicious! You really get hooked! The ramen at the end is a must-try; the broth, enriched with flavors from the vegetables and offal, tasted different from regular Taiwanese ramen and was simply delightful! Then we had the teppan horumon set for 1,980 yen (includes meat, vegetables, and udon). I couldn't resist adding oysters and scallops as toppings again. This teppanyaki is a summer specialty; enjoying this sizzling hot dish while sipping on ice-cold beer feels just right for the season. The meat included top-grade offal, premium red meat, and pork belly, stir-fried with butter, oysters, scallops, and chunky fried garlic—seeing it alone gives you a boost of energy! After finishing all the udon, we were both stuffed! My friend, who loves rice, regretted not putting the teppanyaki on rice. We enjoyed some reasonably priced and delicious meat sashimi and popular kimchi tofu as appetizers before the hot pot arrived. The sensai and korikori were tasty and perfect with the spicy and tangy dipping sauce. I was curious to try the special Yasu Taiwanese pickled sour drink, which turned out to be a hawthorn sour that aids in digesting meat. Next time, I think it would be great to have teppanyaki on rice during lunchtime on weekends or holidays!

As summer approaches, I’m getting ready with stamina-boosting dishes, starting with the representative Nagoya dish, Taiwan Ramen! This time, I visited the restaurant that has transformed it into a hot pot, Ganso Taiwan Motsunabe Jin Sakai. Here’s what I ordered: - Ganso Taiwan Motsunabe (1 serving) ¥1580 (minimum of 2 servings) - Topping: E冬 oysters ¥1480 - Topping: Hokkaido scallops ¥980 - Ramen for the final course ¥300 - Grilled horumon set ¥1980 - Beef tripe sashimi ¥600 - Offal sashimi ¥600 - Beef heart sashimi ¥600 The Ganso Taiwan Motsunabe was visually striking! With the added oysters and scallops, the portion was massive. It was quite spicy with plenty of chili peppers, but the rich flavor from the seafood made it unexpectedly not too spicy; it was deliciously spicy, and I found myself drinking the broth eagerly. Of course, I finished with ramen, and it was incredibly tasty as it absorbed all the flavorful broth. Next was the Grilled Horumon Set, which also included udon noodles at the end. This dish was generously topped with seafood and had an intense garlic flavor, making it a perfect stamina dish for the upcoming hot season. The udon was chewy, and when mixed with the well-seasoned ingredients, it was absolutely delicious. For appetizers, we had the fresh meat sashimi, and the beef heart sashimi was particularly crunchy and delightful. Both the Taiwan Motsunabe and the grilled horumon were addictively good. I’ll definitely be returning for some stamina-boosting meals to get through the hot summer ahead. Thank you for a wonderful meal!

This was my first time trying Taiwanese beef tripe hotpot, and it looked really delicious from the start. I had been drinking at another place since the afternoon, so I wasn't that hungry, but I ended up finishing everything easily. It was quite spicy in a genuine way. The ramen at the end matched the broth and flavor perfectly, making me feel like I wanted to eat a little more. I've decided that next time, I will make sure to come on an empty stomach.

The weekday course is a great value, and both the portions and taste are up to standard! It's an additional 500 yen to add draft beer and makgeolli to the all-you-can-drink option, but the makgeolli is slightly sparkling and very delicious! The staff took care of the hot pot until it was ready to eat.

I came here in search of Taiwanese motsunabe (offal hot pot). It's located in a lively drinking street and was fully booked with reservations, turning away several groups. For the Taiwanese motsunabe, you can choose between salt or soy sauce, and there are three levels of spiciness to select from. I went with the middle level of spiciness, which was delicious and easy to enjoy. I also thoroughly enjoyed the noodles at the end!

This is my second visit. When it gets cold, I start craving motsunabe (beef or pork tripe hot pot). Last time, I had the soy sauce motsunabe, but this time I went for the salt motsunabe with a topping of clams. I chose the extreme spiciness! As it simmered, it became even spicier. I really enjoyed it! Just like my last visit, the restaurant was very crowded.

I love motsunabe, but this was my first time trying Taiwanese motsunabe! The soup is incredibly delicious! The noodles at the end are also super tasty! I recommend the clam topping, as it adds a nice flavor to the broth! I would love to see a Taiwanese ramen shop using those noodles open up too!

I came here on someone's recommendation! The Taiwanese hot pot✨ They said it was at a spice level that even kids could eat, but it was quite spicy. I thought the Taiwanese hot pot was the highlight, but it turns out the top recommended dish in the restaurant was the salt and clam hot pot, haha. If I come back, I'd like to try that one too!

I have visited this place twice. There are several delicious restaurants lined up in an alley-like area. They serve Taiwanese-style motsu-nabe, and the flavor is quite strong with a lot of garlic! You can choose the level of spiciness, and even the regular level is somewhat spicy but very tasty.