I came here with my drinking buddies from the same company for the second round in Shijo Omiya. I originally planned to go alcohol-free until the third round, but my willpower was weak. This is probably my third time here, and I vaguely remember being here before the pandemic. Every time I come, I order two or three items from the menu and enjoy some drinks. The food here is quite good. This time, since it was just the second round before the main event, I could only order one dish per person. The striped jack sashimi and grilled egg in the picture were delicious.

I came to this place for a light drink after going to another bar earlier. I noticed on the recommended board that they had the tuna I missed out on earlier, so I immediately ordered it. I felt like having some sake, so I went with Eikun and Hakkaisan. Eikun is actually the original bottle of this place. I enjoyed watching it being poured to the brim, poured a little into the masu, and then raised a toast. It paired perfectly with the tuna. I felt like having a little more, so I ordered the skillet dashi tamago. It came out sizzling hot in the skillet. It was great to eat it while it was still hot. The texture of the egg and the flavor of the dashi were just to my liking. I was a bit nervous before entering because I couldn't see inside from outside, but once inside, it had a warm and cozy atmosphere. Thank you for the meal!

Once again, I visited Tomariki in Omiya for a drink. I had passed by the shop many times before, but never actually went in. Today, I finally mustered up the courage to visit! The interior of the shop only had a counter, but the staff and regular customers created a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I ordered a Gin Gin Highball (a highball made with herbal liquor) and enjoyed some salted hoya (sea squirt) and dried firefly squid from Toyama. It's not about the taste, but simply about enjoying drinks in a fun atmosphere. After having some drinks and snacks, I replenished my energy and headed to the second bar. Thank you for the wonderful experience!

I first visited around 2018. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. The food was incredibly delicious and I was impressed. The menu was extensive, with drinks I had never tried before. It's like being in heaven, enjoying delicious drinks and food while watching the fun staff. If this place were nearby, I would want to visit every day. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely go again. I will eat with gratitude for all the ingredients in this world. I'm calling for delicious food♪ The more you eat, the more power overflows♪

Delicious standing bar izakaya! The obanzai is great!

The food is cheap and delicious! Highly recommended! (^^)

I visited the shop right after it opened. The owner was still drawing on the board. The owner seems shy and doesn't talk much unless you become friends with them, according to the regulars. We were a large group that day, so we split into two groups. We started with draft beer. We ordered items like marinated sardines, umeshu, sake lees with sesame oil, sake lees cream cheese, etc. We then switched to highballs. As we leisurely drank in the retro atmosphere with Showa era songs playing, we felt like going to karaoke. The counter quickly filled up, showing how popular the shop is. It's easy for solo customers to enter, as there were many solo customers. I will come back again to enjoy a leisurely time.

I went in the evening on a regular day. The place is a 2-minute walk from Hankyu Railway Omiya Station, so you can easily get to the shop. Inside the shop, there is a large L-shaped counter with about 20 seats. The menu includes daily specials. The fish dishes seem to be directly sourced from the production area, and the sashimi is delicious. There are two staff members, a young female proprietor and another woman, managing the place. They offer a variety of drinks from draft beer to shochu, sake, and even have customers who keep bottles. This time, I had draft beer and sweet shrimp. The sweetness and aroma of the shrimp were delightful, and you can also enjoy grilled shrimp heads. I also tried bonito tataki with garlic, which was delicious and went well with the beer. This standing bar offers high-quality dishes.

I went to Kyoto towards the end of summer and this article is about my experience. This time, I planned to visit some shops in Kyoto. For lunch, I went to "Iidaya Souhei" near Kyoto Station, and in the evening, I visited "Akagakiya" along the Kamo River, where I had a light drink at these two long-standing izakayas. Then, near Shijo Omiya, I went to "Tera" and "Shomin", which are rare standing bars in Kyoto. When I thought I had enough to drink and was heading back to my accommodation, I stumbled upon a standing bar called "Tomariki" with lanterns outside. It's a new shop that didn't exist when I searched for standing bars on Tabelog. Let's stop by and check it out! Upon checking to write this article, I found out that this new shop opened on June 27, 2016. Inside the shop, there is a long L-shaped counter. There are two women working, including a stylish mama-san. Large plates of side dishes are displayed on top of the sushi case. The food looks delicious and the place seems wonderful! First, let's start with a drink... They have bottled Kirin Lager and Super Dry, and you can also keep a bottle of shochu or whiskey. Plain chu-hai is simple and I opted for that. They also offer options like tomato, ginger, and turmeric. The menu is written on a whiteboard with various delicious side dishes available. You can enjoy home-cooked side dishes made by the mama-san. The mushroom kinpira, a large plate of side dish, looked healthy. This "small dish" costs 250 yen. They also have a selection of monthly sake, such as Fukunaga Autumn Cherry Blossom Ginjo Hiyaoroshi from Hiroshima, Tanigawadake Junmai Hiyaoroshi from Gunma, Eetokodori Nanoe Junmai from Shiga, and Atagonomatsu Senretsu Karakuchi from Miyagi. Each glass costs 500 yen. I felt like having another drink, but considering my intoxication level, I decided to pass this time. Thank you for the meal.

Whenever I return to Kyoto, I always visit this restaurant. The food is incredibly delicious. It perfectly balances both the taste and cooking skills. The dishes are always different and tasty, showcasing a great sense of cooking. Despite being popular, the restaurant is never overcrowded, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. However, I couldn't help but feel uncomfortable when a male customer in his 60s referred to the female staff in her late 20s as "Mama" for extra servings. Is that okay? Anyway, the restaurant offers a selection of 3-4 carefully chosen local sake options, which is a delight for sake lovers. Oh, and I highly recommend trying the "Ginger Shochu Highball" instead of the usual "Gari Shochu Highball". The prices range from ¥2,000 to ¥2,999, but for an average person, it may not even reach ¥2,000 due to the generous portions. However, the delicious food might make you exceed your budget!