There were handprints of various sumo wrestlers at a restaurant run by a former sumo wrestler. The second floor felt like a semi-private room, which was nice. It's a very user-friendly restaurant that even families with children can enjoy. The food was delicious and amazing! Of course, the chanko was also incredibly delicious! I will definitely go back! ♬

Today, we visited a Chanko Nabe restaurant chosen by our junior colleagues for a post-work gathering. The restaurant is known for serving authentic sumo wrestler-style hot pot. We were seated in a spacious private room on the second floor, decorated with handprints and autographs of various sumo wrestlers. We had reserved a course menu with all-you-can-drink option for 5000 yen, which included the following dishes: assorted sashimi, salad, fried chicken, chikuwa (fish cake) tempura, and a choice between Chanko soba or Zosui (rice porridge). The sashimi platter was delicious, and the fried chicken was crispy and juicy. The chikuwa tempura had a nice flavor, and the main dish of salt-flavored Chanko Nabe was excellent with a variety of meats, vegetables, and meatballs. The soup was flavorful and the meatballs were particularly tasty. The broth was well-seasoned, and the ramen noodles at the end were a perfect way to finish the meal. It was our first time trying salt-flavored Chanko Nabe, and it was a fantastic debut!

Hello~o(^▽^)o I am amezaiku artist Minori! I was taken to this restaurant called Shinkawa-san. They serve chanko-nabe (sumo wrestler's stew) and various side dishes. We enjoyed sashimi, dashimaki (rolled omelette), karaage (fried chicken), edamame, pickles, while waiting for the chanko-nabe to cook. The tofu we had first was sweet and delicious. They specially made us a large onigiri which was very satisfying! The rice here is really tasty! The chanko-nabe we had was miso-based with plenty of cabbage, vegetables, and meat. We finished off with noodles. The sunken kotatsu-style seating was very comfortable. There are partitions between seats so you can relax. There is also a room where small children can play. It's a great place to enjoy with family and friends.

We used the tatami room on the 2nd floor for the company's appreciation party. It easily accommodated 35 people! Now, onto the food... Sashimi platter (octopus, squid, tuna, and something else): It was decent, not bad, not great. Warm egg salad: The lettuce was fresh! The dressing paired well with it. The warm egg could have been a bit more runny, but it was still delicious. Tataki platter (beef, chicken): It was incredibly delicious! Especially the chicken. The seared flavor matched perfectly with the ponzu sauce, and the texture was just right. Chicken Karaage: It was really tasty! Clearly a step above in terms of deliciousness. You can eat it without any worries. Chanko Nabe (salt, miso kimchi, curry): Needless to say, it was delicious. The meatballs and vegetables (cabbage) were great. They even prepared frilly lettuce upon our request this time. While frilly lettuce shabu-shabu is delicious, I think cabbage's sweetness is a better match for the chanko. Overall, the food is reliable and tasty. It feels like they didn't cut any corners. The staff didn't show off or act arrogant, which was nice. Also, the drink service was incredibly fast (laughs). I even said out loud, "That was really fast." It wasn't rushed, but the communication between the staff seemed good. They worked efficiently, and you could feel the liveliness. Good taste, good service, a wonderful restaurant. With a slightly critical comment... According to information, they have been in business for 8 or 9 years. Over time, you can see wear and tear on the tatami and sliding doors (cigarette burns), as well as the cushions. I don't use it, but renovating the kids' room (replacing toys and floor mats) would be nice for everyone. Although the cleanliness is well-maintained, refreshing the kids' room could make everyone happy. This restaurant caters to both children and adults. It's not just about the taste of the food but also the atmosphere. It's a place where both children and adults can enjoy, providing the best environment for both. That's what makes this place special. Personally, I believe that we experience life with all our senses, not just through food. So, when a restaurant has a dirty entrance or restroom, it's a turn-off. On the other hand, seeing a place with a spotless entrance, clean toilets, and neatly arranged table salt every day makes you feel refreshed. I felt a unique atmosphere in this restaurant that I haven't experienced elsewhere, so I wanted to share my thoughts.

It's a rare cabbage hot pot restaurant! I have visited this place a few times, even used it for a friend's birthday party. Since I usually drive there, I always stick to non-alcoholic drinks. I think it's an elegant hot pot restaurant. They have private rooms where you can relax and enjoy your private time. It seems like a place perfect for the winter season when you crave hot pot, but maybe it could also be nice to have hot pot in the hot summer with the air conditioning on full blast!

If you go down Kawaramachi Street, you will reach Tojo Street at the intersection of the three-way intersection. Just before that intersection, on the east side, there is a cozy restaurant called "Chanko Shin Kawa" lit up with soft light. When you open the wooden sliding door, you will find a bright and clean interior. Since I was with a friend and their child (2 years old), we used a private room on the second floor. The salt chanko dish is priced at 1,980 yen per person. The menu also offers a variety of other dishes. Overall, the pricing is quite affordable. The additional ingredients for the hot pot are also reasonably priced (ranging from 100 yen to 500 yen). Recently, when it comes to chanko hot pot, I was wondering why it's always salt chanko, but now I understand that you can eat a generous amount. The clear salt-flavored broth with ingredients added is surprising because there is no cabbage, which is a typical ingredient for hot pot (I was amazed), and the main vegetable is cabbage! Perhaps cabbage is used instead of cabbage because cabbage tends to dissolve when cooked. As a result, the broth remains clear until the end! Since I visited on a weekday, the restaurant was not too crowded. The service is, frankly, young... so those who prefer refined service (like in a traditional restaurant) may receive a negative impression. However, at least I did not feel any discomfort at all! In fact, I found it endearing when the young staff (part-timers?) tried their best to understand and communicate, or when the boss-like person scolded them for chatting too much in the kitchen. It made me think, "Keep it up!" I think a restaurant where you feel comfortable expressing your thoughts is a place you want to visit again. I feel like it's okay to speak your mind. The child I was with was in a good mood, being treated kindly by the young female staff! After eating to our heart's content and having some drinks, the bill came to just over 10,000 yen. Affordable!! When we were leaving, I mentioned that the food was delicious, and I was encouraged to try the miso chanko next time. So, I definitely plan on going back to try the miso chanko. It seems that a reservation is required for miso chanko and kimchi chanko. As the hot season in Kyoto approaches, I think it would be nice to sweat a little and enjoy a delicious chanko hot pot in a relaxed atmosphere at home.

12/5 revisited Located in a place where there is nothing at night where Teramachi and Kawaramachi intersect, this chanko nabe restaurant is always crowded and busy. We made a reservation, and even months later, they remembered the faces of previous customers and brought out their reserved bottles promptly. Despite the many children in the area, it's not like a family restaurant or a chain izakaya, it's truly a pleasant place. They even have a playroom for children, so there are no noisy kids getting bored. The soup has a refined saltiness, and you can enjoy plenty of vegetables and chicken meatballs. It's an essential place in winter. It was so pleasant that I gave them a Doraemon calendar for the children's playroom next year. 7/3 revisited again It's always a pleasant place to visit. It's healthy, perhaps because it's run by a family. Children were doing math homework inside, while the mother served and supervised them. At first glance, it may seem like a mix of public and private matters, but there's something heartwarming about it. Growing up watching both parents work so hard, the children will surely grow up to be good kids. I remember the first time I visited this place, a child was helping out by clearing plates during a busy period. Behind us, a group of young boys from a soccer club or something similar were having a lively party. The loud voices that would usually bother me didn't seem annoying at this restaurant, it's strange how tolerant you become of young kids here. And the delicious chanko nabe as always. When I hesitated taking photos, the mother from earlier showed me how to cook the chanko nabe properly, swiftly adding ingredients to the pot. The place is clean, the staff is friendly, it's a truly wonderful restaurant. The top photo of Okame and Hyottoko is the chopstick rest at this restaurant. Revisited, requested to try the miso chanko without a reservation. It seemed to surprise the staff. I apologize for being presumptuous. The salt chanko was good, but the miso chanko had an even richer flavor. It was fantastic. Passing under the low JR viaduct from Kawaramachi, heading towards Kujo, past Matsunoki Danchi on the left, you'll find this cozy chanko restaurant with a modest exterior. Despite its appearance, it caters to the local family needs by providing a playroom for children inside. There are large rooms, private rooms, and counter seats, with young people having a lively party in the large room. Although we didn't have a reservation, we were seated in a private room on the second floor and enjoyed the salt chanko with tempura assortment, tofu salad, grated shirasu, and more. The salt chanko was simple yet flavorful, with fresh tsukune, tender pork belly, chicken thigh, and sweet cabbage. I ended up eating too much. It's a shame I couldn't try the ramen at the end. A friend moved nearby, so I would like to make a reservation for miso chanko next time. It's a very family-friendly restaurant, and on a holiday, I was impressed to see a 10-year-old girl helping with the serving. They even saw us off to the front when we left, which was a nice touch. If the tofu salad and other dishes besides chanko were a bit tastier, I would have given it 4 stars, but that's for next time.

I was happy that even though I was initially told there were no booth seats available when I made a reservation for a date because the place was so crowded, when I arrived they said, "We have a booth seat available for you." They were considerate. There was a space for kids to play, so it seems like it would be good for moms too. There were many dishes besides the hot pot, and they were all delicious. I would like to go there again.