On a certain weekday, I happened to notice a restaurant with a sign out even though it is not usually open for lunch, so I decided to step inside. It was an izakaya in Kita-ku, Shinoro, with a parking lot available at the back of the store. The interior was typical of an izakaya, with a counter and a raised seating area, and there were Hanshin Tigers goods and player autographs throughout. The background music was videos of players giving their best on TV. From the menu that day, there weren't many options for lunch, but each dish looked appealing. I decided to try the "Katsu Curry (850 yen)" which seemed visually appealing. After a while, it was ready. Wow! The portion was quite substantial, enough to make me smile wryly. Now, let's take a bite... Oh, I really like this curry. Served in a rugby ball-shaped plate, the curry was generously sweet and seemed to be an original creation rather than a pre-made one, with a homely taste that would appeal to many. The ingredients included finely chopped minced meat, carrots, and onions, and the katsu had a good balance with the curry, while the rice was almost double the usual amount. The side salad included green asparagus and kiwi, with a dual dressing of vinaigrette and mayonnaise. Lastly, I finished off the miso soup with seaweed and special fried tofu. Overall, I think they are offering lunch due to circumstances, but personally, if I can enjoy such a wonderful curry, I would love to visit again. It was also evident that the staff valued their customers. Thank you for the meal.

This is the second place from Fuunji. It is close to Shinoro Station. I almost went into a different red lantern on the way. The love for the Tigers is overflowing here. The couple welcomed us warmly. There was only one customer before us who left soon after. They recommended a table seat instead of the counter. There were many handwritten menus, all looking delicious. Although we were full, my husband loves chawanmushi, so we tried the recommended cold chawanmushi, but it was sold out. We ordered octopus sashimi and the cheese tsukune that was recommended. The appetizer was macaroni salad. They chatted with us in a friendly manner, sharing information about drinking spots in Shinoro and the severity of winter snow. The atmosphere was very pleasant! I would like to come back when I'm hungry. I wish we had come here first. Thank you for the delicious food and the fragrant tea cocktail!

This is a new izakaya that opened in 2008. The interior of the restaurant is small and cozy. The chef, who used to work at a slightly upscale restaurant in Susukino, prepares the dishes alone. The food here has a sophisticated and stylish impression. The walls are covered with handwritten menus on washi paper, which seem to be increasing daily. The recommended dish here is the cold chawanmushi. At first bite, it may seem like a regular chawanmushi, but it has an elegant and creamy taste, similar to French cuisine. Women will surely love it. There is no parking lot at the restaurant, so it may be best to park at the nearest Tsutaya or other place.