Located near Shinagawa Prince Hotel at 4-10-8 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Wing Takanawa WEST-3 1F, this restaurant was visited on a Saturday at 2:12 PM before heading to the Shinagawa Aquarium. Upon entering the building, there was an Akita Prefecture antenna shop, and a dining area in the back. I was seated at a table as it was past the lunch rush and only two couples were dining. I ordered the limited Akita Hinai Chicken Hot Pot Set for 2,230 yen from the lunch menu. Additionally, I ordered the Manzaku no Hana Junmai Sake from Akita's beautiful sake kingdom for 720 yen from the dinner menu. The sake arrived at 2:22 PM, and although it had a unique taste, it paired well with the meal. The set meal arrived at 2:25 PM, and I was instructed to start eating the hot pot once it boiled over solid fuel. The Inaniwa udon in the bowl was thin and had a smooth texture, which I particularly enjoyed. The broth was savory and comforting. The mini Hinai Chicken Rice Bowl had minced meat and chicken pieces in a soy-based seasoning, topped with red ginger and green onions. The junnsai, a traditional Akita dish, had a slippery texture and a flavorful broth. The pickles included finely chopped white cabbage and a large piece of iburi gakko, which complemented the rice well. The kiritanpo hot pot had a well-balanced salty broth, and the Hinai chicken, kiritanpo, and konjac noodles were delicious. I noticed various a la carte dishes on the dinner menu, which caught my interest. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience.

I stayed at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel with a friend and decided to try something unusual to eat. We visited a restaurant located at the back of an antenna shop. We made a reservation for 5:00 PM, but it was already full. Since it wasn't the season for hot pot, we tried various dishes such as miso tampo, hatahata zushi, and fresh fish carpaccio. Everything was delicious and we were very satisfied. I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

I went on a business trip to Akita last week and bought some jun-sai, which I ate yesterday. I wanted a bit more, so I came here. I also wanted to find some iburi-gakko, which I couldn't buy last time. I arrived at the store about 15 minutes before opening. I was hungry, so I decided to have a meal first. Today, I had the Kitakita Hot Pot Set for 1,680 yen. At first, I thought I didn't need rice with the Kitakita hot pot since it came with Inaniwa udon, but today's rice was the Sakihokore that I wanted to eat in Akita! It was incredibly delicious! It was perfect with the small dish of pickles. As for the Kitakita hot pot, it had lots of vegetables, chicken, shiitake mushrooms, and of course, kitakita. It was delicious with the broth soaked in. At first, I thought 1,680 yen was a bit expensive, but by the end of the meal, I felt it was worth it. Unfortunately, they didn't have jun-sai or iburi-gakko, but I found Sakihokore, so I bought it before leaving.

This is a restaurant located at the Akita Prefecture antenna shop. I visited on a Saturday shortly after opening, so there was no wait and I was seated right away. I ordered cold Inaniwa udon noodles. The noodles were shiny and slightly firm, and they came with two types of dipping sauces - sesame sauce and noodle soup. I found that the sesame sauce paired well with the noodles! It was delicious.

I found this restaurant while out running errands. They serve jun-sai and the food was really good. I remember buying Inaniwa udon at the local market before. Today, I also bought cucumbers and fresh wood ear mushrooms. Dinner was delicious too. I want to come back next time to enjoy a leisurely meal and drinks.

Near Shinagawa Station, there is an Akita antenna shop called Akita Misai-kan where you can have lunch. The most popular dish is Inaniwa udon for 1100 yen. I had the cold version. The straight and beautiful noodles of Inaniwa udon are served with two types of dipping sauces, men-tsuyu and sesame sauce. The noodles have a good texture and are smooth to eat, a taste of Akita.

A hidden shop in a famous store in Akita. They offer Akita specialties like kiritanpo, as well as Akita local beer, allowing you to experience Akita even in Tokyo. The quality of the food is high, making it more than just a souvenir shop, but a proper restaurant where you can taste the flavors of Akita.

I went to a Japanese sake all-you-can-drink event that is occasionally held. The seating is for 2 hours and it is self-service for pouring. Water is also all-you-can-drink. There were 5 types of Japanese sake available, and they were not the usual ones, so that was good. However, I like light and dry sake, but there were hardly any in that category, which was a downside. The amount of food that came was really more than expected, so be careful when ordering. The first picture is Kanpachi Kamayaki for 980 yen, and I unexpectedly got so full that I couldn't drink much sake.

I arrived at Tokyo Station on the Joetsu Shinkansen around 5:00 pm and decided to look for a restaurant near Shinagawa Station. I saw a gourmet sign for "Akita Misayakan" at Wing Takanawa and decided to go in. I ordered a beer and kiritanpo hot pot, and as a starter while waiting for the hot pot, I also tried Akita's specialty "Iburi Gakko" cheese crackers. The kiritanpo hot pot was delicious and not too heavy, making it a great choice.

I had the Hichinidori-don (local chicken rice bowl)♪ The Inaniwa udon had decent broth, but I think Inaniwa is best enjoyed warm (*^^*). The Hichinidori-don had the deliciousness of local chicken, but the minced chicken didn't quite bring out the flavor of the chicken (￣▽￣;). It was tasty, but compared to what I had there or canned versions, it felt a bit lacking (^_^;). The iburi gakko rice crackers in the souvenir area are amazing, so it's a must-buy if you can (*｀･ω･)ゞ

(As of March 2023) There is hand sanitizer at the entrance. The staff are wearing masks. (3/10/2023) I took a train bound for Shinagawa Station from Tokyo Station. I planned to have Indian food at Shinagawa, but I got lost on the way. Oh well, I thought, and decided to try something new. While walking, I came across a restaurant called "Akita Misai-kan" that serves kiritanpo, so I decided to go there. Nowadays, it's common to have dishes for one person, so they had a single-serving kiritanpo hot pot (excluding tax 2,950 yen). I also ordered a beer called AQULA Namahage IPA (950 yen) because its name sounded interesting. The hot pot came with vinegar-pickled vegetables, gibasa, and hatahata sushi. In addition to kiritanpo, it contained seri (including the roots), green onions, and chicken. It was quite delicious. There was no music playing, and that was fine.

First visit, after watching a movie in Shinagawa, we stopped by a shop inside the Akita antenna shop where you can enjoy Akita food and drinks. We started with local beer (Tazawako Beer) and then tried three different kinds of local sake (Takashimizu, Taiheizan, Mansaku no Hana) with 1 cup each. We skipped the Kiritanpo hot pot this time and instead ordered various dishes a la carte (grilled Hinai-jidori chicken thigh and tsukune, ginger pork with Hachimantai pork, grilled sandfish with sweet miso, Akita pizza, Iburi Gakko salad, Gibasa, and Tonburi). We finished with Inaniwa udon (cold) and the total bill for two came to just over 14,000 yen. The portion sizes were moderate and overall it was not bad.

Ban'ge in Akita - Kiritampo Nabe for 2,950 yen including Jun-sai sunomono, Gibasa, Hatahata sushi, and Akita apple frozen sour. The front part was a local products exhibition, and the back was a restaurant. The exhibition area was quite spacious with table seats and traditional Japanese seating (horikotatsu). This was my first time trying Kiritampo Nabe, and I'm not sure if it tasted like the local Akita shops, but it was delicious. The dish included various shapes of kiritampo, not just the usual stick shape. The Hatahata sushi was also tasty, and I enjoyed the unique items like Jun-sai and Gibasa. The frozen sour was easy to drink, almost like juice.

Shinagawa Station in January 2023... I wonder when was the last time I stepped outside the ticket gate? One thing is for sure, it's not a recent memory (⌒-⌒; ) On this day, I and my companion ventured outside the ticket gate and headed straight to Akita Miayakan without hesitation. It's a so-called antenna shop where you can also have a meal. The place was quite crowded, indicating its popularity. Luckily, we found a table just as someone was leaving. After checking the menu, I decided on the Hinai-jidori chicken bowl, while my companion ordered the Inaniwa udon and vegetable tempura. The dishes arrived shortly after, and they looked delicious! The Hinai-jidori chicken bowl came with small udon, a side dish (tofu that day), salad, and pickles. My companion's Inaniwa udon also looked appetizing. Now, time to eat. I started with the salad, then moved on to the warm udon. As expected, the Inaniwa udon was delicious. Enjoying its flavor, I then dug into the bowl... The minced chicken had a slightly sweet and savory taste, with a nice chewiness characteristic of Hinai-jidori chicken. Mixing it with the rice, it was so tasty! I like the sweet and salty flavor... and the smoked pickles were a great addition! My companion was also delighted with the Inaniwa udon, especially the sesame sauce. It was a delightful meal. Thank you for the feast (o^^o)

Udon + Hinai Jidori Chicken Rice for 1770 yen and Tonkatsu for 1600 yen. We had a baby with us in a stroller, and they kindly accommodated us. The space was a bit tight to place the baby next to us, but they had a raised seating area which we could use, so it worked out well! The food is a bit pricey, but the taste was really delicious!

Ankake-style Hinai-jidori parent and child bowl with small udon and Iburi Gakko (smoked daikon radish) - 1,400 yen The parent and child bowl, coated with fluffy eggs and a thick sauce, not only looks good but also tastes delicious with rich flavors of chicken and eggs. I was worried if the small udon would be filling enough, but the light and elegant flavor of the Inaniwa udon broth made it easy to finish the soup dish in no time.

I visited the Shinagawa Akita Prefecture Antenna Shop & Dining Akita Misai-kan to try the authentic kiritampo hot pot! The seaweed-like dish with sashimi that came out first was delicious! The kiritampo hot pot was also delicious. I want to give it 5 stars and would love to come back. I love it so much that I almost don't want to tell anyone about it. If someone asks for recommendations, I will definitely introduce this place. If I have the chance, I would like to go again. You can find more of my reviews on Instagram @tokyo_gourmet_yokutaberuko and on Tabelog under the name "Yoku taberu ko." #Shinagawa #Shinagawacafe #Shinagawa #Shinagawacafe #Tokyo #Tokyotrip #tokyorestaurant #tokyocafe #Japantravel #Akita local cuisine #local cuisine #kiritampo hot pot #kiritampo #Akita gourmet.

Located across the pedestrian crossing after getting off at Shinagawa Station Takanawa Exit. There is a restaurant space inside the Akita Prefecture antenna shop "Akita Misayakan" where you can dine in. I thought it was a small space, but upon entering, I found a large number of seats and large tables with sunken kotatsu seats. Looking at the menu, there were various Akita dishes available. On this day, we had: - Deep-fried hata fish that you can eat all the way to the bones - Hand-rolled natto rice balls - Kiritampo hot pot - Inaniwa udon. The kiritampo hot pot can be shared between two people or served separately in individual pots. It was filled with kiritampo and vegetables in a sweet broth. The kiritampo, soaked in the broth, bursts with flavor in your mouth. The hand-rolled natto rice balls were a mix of seafood, mekabu seaweed, and natto, which you mix together and place on seaweed to eat. It was delicious, but I wished there were more seaweed sheets. The Inaniwa udon was beautifully chilled and had a great texture, despite its thin noodles. It felt slightly pricey due to its location, but it's a delight to be able to enjoy Akita's local cuisine in the heart of the city. Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant for lunch. The interior was not exactly traditional, but it had a calming atmosphere and was bustling with people of all ages. The kiritampo set meal was popular, so the inside of the restaurant was warm. Even before sitting down, I was excited about the kiritampo I was going to eat. The kiritampo arrived shortly after ordering. They also served a complimentary small cup of sake, which was delicious. Then I switched to beer. The kiritampo set came with side dishes and Inaniwa udon noodles. The noodles went down smoothly. The kiritampo was hot and had plenty of seri (Japanese parsley). The rich soup made with Hichinai chicken was really delicious. It paired perfectly with the sake. After filling up, when I left the restaurant, I encountered a Namahage (Japanese demon) outside. It was a fun and memorable experience. Thank you for the meal.

After finishing my errands, I headed to Shinagawa. I had planned to visit a dumpling specialty restaurant that day, and after walking for about 15 minutes on my tired feet, I arrived only to be casually told by the staff that "we're fully booked today with reservations." Despite the fact that the restaurant had just opened at 5 o'clock and was empty inside, I tried to persuade them by saying "I'm dining alone and will leave soon, can't you accommodate me?" but the response was a firm "impossible." I thought it would be okay since it's just dumplings, but it seems this was just not meant to be. I went back to my hotel. Once I entered my room, I didn't feel like going outside, so I went to the restaurant within the hotel premises. It was a restaurant specializing in Akita cuisine, which I had never tried before. Upon entering, I was almost fully seated and was asked about reservations, but thankfully, they said "please, come in." I just made it in time as they were fully booked. I started with a local beer, Tazawako Beer Alt (820 yen), and had the Akita-style Ban'ge, Kirintanpo hot pot set for 2950 yen per person. The set included vinegar dish with seasonal vegetables, Kisaba, and Hatahata sushi. The dishes were served together on one tray. The hot pot was almost ready, just needed some finishing touches. The broth was made from Hichin Chicken soup, and the meat was also Hichin Chicken. It was warm and delicious. The food was so good that I ended up ordering a comparison of chilled sake, Hiyaroshi and Hiyaoroshi (1000 yen). It was poured right in front of me in small amounts, which was impressive. It was a heartwarming experience. As I was leaving, I passed through the souvenir shop. The group next to me was enjoying Inaniwa udon as their final dish, which looked delicious, but I couldn't eat anymore. I bought some dry noodles of Naniwa udon and Iburigakko. It felt like I had visited Akita without actually going there.

I was near Shinagawa Station and suddenly felt like eating Akita's kiritanpo. So, I decided to come to this place behind Shinagawa Prince Hotel. Although I have never been to Akita and have no connection to it, I just had a strong craving for kiritanpo hot pot. The restaurant in the back offers individual servings of kiritanpo hot pot. It felt like I had traveled back in time to a hot spring inn in Akita. Enjoying Akita sake and kiritanpo hot pot in Tokyo gave me a special feeling. They offer a tasting set of 3 types of Akita sake for 1,000 yen, which felt like a great deal. Akita's famous products such as Inaniwa udon, kiritanpo, hatata, Hinai chicken, iburi-gakko, and more are available. The restaurant has a total of 74 seats, divided into three dining spaces: Akita cedar room, kamakura room, and namahage room, as well as table seats. I didn't know there was a namahage room! I should have peeked in. The shop sells a wide range of Akita's representative products, including iburi-gakko and shottsuru, as well as popular snacks, sake, and folk crafts. I bought some small fish simmered in soy sauce. You can always enjoy kiritanpo hot pot and experience the atmosphere of Akita here.