Izakaya Ajito Takanawa Sengakuji-mae

A dish featuring creamy and rich avocado combined with flavorful seaweed tsukudani, accented with a sharp taste of wasabi. This adult snack is addictive with its smoothness, aroma, and a stimulating kick that comes later. It pairs perfectly with sake, shochu, beer, and highballs. Enjoy the 'Koshien-level' impact that will make you unable to stop reaching for your chopsticks with every bite.

Crispy fried garlic served with a rich and slightly spicy Korean miso 'Samjang'. The fragrant crunch of the fried garlic combined with a hearty texture makes this dish addictive. Perfectly pairs with beer or highballs. A summer stamina menu item.

Low in calories and healthy, edamame is highly nutritious, particularly rich in protein and dietary fiber. It also contains vitamin C and vitamin K, supporting immune function. Additionally, it is high in iron and potassium, making it a recommended snack for health-conscious individuals. It may also have a gentle positive effect on your condition after drinking.

Chilled and refreshing tofu topped with plenty of chopped green onions and ginger. A drizzle of soy sauce enhances the smoothness and richness of the tofu, creating a light and healthy snack that is gentle on the body. Recommended as the first dish or as a palate cleanser. Simple yet profound, this classic for adults is a must-have on the table.

Crispy and fragrant nori wraps creamy cheese, with a sharp kick of black pepper providing a perfect accent. It's a simple yet profound flavor that pairs well with drinks. We also recommend the Kimchi Nori Cheese, which includes kimchi.

Bite-sized, easy-to-eat deep-fried thick tofu. Crispy and fragrant on the outside, fluffy and soft on the inside, just a light drizzle of soy sauce makes it a perfect snack to enjoy with drinks.

Authentic kimchi made with crunchy napa cabbage, infused with garlic, chili pepper, and the rich umami of seafood. Behind the sharp spiciness, a deep richness and sweetness unfold. Eating it between sips of alcohol makes you strangely want to drink more, a captivating dish. It is rich in lactic acid bacteria, which helps improve intestinal health. As a fermented food, it can also boost immunity and promote beautiful skin, making it a delightful snack for the body. It is also recommended to try it sandwiched with seaweed cheese for a flavor change.

Chilled tomato, a staple menu item at izakayas, is an excellent side dish that stimulates appetite with its refreshing taste while also providing nutritional benefits. The lycopene found in tomatoes has powerful antioxidant properties that help prevent skin aging. Rich in vitamin C and potassium, it is expected to help alleviate summer fatigue and replenish hydration.

Fluffy potatoes with the savory flavor of crispy bacon. And sweet chestnuts generously added. Each bite offers a perfect balance of saltiness and sweetness, making it a slightly sophisticated potato salad. With a hint of black pepper, it pairs well with drinks. This dish is a unique twist on the classic potato salad, featuring a delightful mix of savory and sweetness that melts in your mouth.

This dish features a smooth tofu generously topped with the delicious spicy sauce from the famous 'Drool Chicken'. The numbing spiciness of Sichuan peppercorns combines with the richness of the special sauce, instantly stimulating your appetite with just one bite. The pairing with the chilled tofu is surprisingly exquisite, offering a refreshing yet punchy flavor. It's a perfect dish for appetizers or as a companion to drinks, making it an addictive choice. It's ideal for those who love Drool Chicken and even for those who find cold tofu lacking. Spicy, refreshing, and healthy, this adult cold tofu is truly drool-worthy.

The quail eggs, slowly simmered in a sweet and savory broth, absorb the umami flavors, making the concentrated deliciousness inside the small eggs perfect for pairing with drinks. With a simple yet carefully crafted seasoning, this dish is highly recommended as a classic izakaya snack.

A simple yet essential snack with a crisp texture and refreshing aroma. Cucumbers contain vitamin C and potassium, which help eliminate excess salt from the body, improve swelling, and regulate blood pressure. This dish allows you to enjoy delicious food and drink while also gaining beneficial effects for your body.

The whole pickled eggplant, with its glossy and beautiful dark purple color, is perfectly pickled on the outside while maintaining a juicy and tender texture on the inside, making it a dish that showcases the ingredients. It pairs well with all types of alcohol, especially sweet potato and barley shochu. It's an essential appetizer that is also perfect as a palate cleanser.

Finely sliced shark cartilage with a transparent quality like crystal, combined with the refreshing flavor and acidity of plum paste, and the umami of dashi and seasonings, creates an exquisite taste. It has a crunchy texture, moderate saltiness, and a refreshing aftertaste that makes it easy to eat. Perfect as a side dish for sake.

This is a comforting staple item at izakayas. Thick and high-quality stingray fins are carefully dried to concentrate their flavor. Grilling enhances their aroma, and the subtle sweetness and rich taste that bursts with each bite make it an irresistible delicacy. The balance between the crispy, fragrant surface and the moist, tender texture is exquisite. Enjoying it freshly grilled with mayonnaise and shichimi spice makes it impossible to stop drinking. It pairs perfectly with sake, shochu, and even highballs.

Tofu coated with potato starch, deep-fried until crispy on the outside and soft and melting on the inside, finished with plenty of hot dashi. Enjoy it with grated daikon and green onions. A gentle dish with high protein and low calories.

The chewy texture of the chicken neck meat is addictive, and the crispy and flavorful garlic sprouts are deep-fried to perfection. It is seasoned with refreshing grated daikon and ponzu sauce. The aroma spreads throughout your mouth, and the spicy momiji oroshi adds a perfect accent to the balance. This dish allows you to enjoy plenty of vegetables as well. It pairs excellently with beer or highballs.

A dish with a nostalgic flavor. The sweetness of the fluffy eggs and the aroma of chives are exquisite. Chives contain a component called 'allicin,' which is effective for fatigue recovery.

Freshly steamed clams seasoned with aromatic butter. The gentle scent of the sea and the rich flavor of butter complement each other perfectly. It's a taste that makes you want to drink the broth as well, with a gentle and addictive flavor. Clams are rich in iron, taurine, and vitamin B12, which can help prevent anemia, support liver function, and aid in fatigue recovery. Not only delicious but also gentle on the body, it's a heartwarming snack.

Tender and plump squid is grilled to perfection over low heat, then coated with butter and a special soy sauce glaze. Squid is high in protein and low in fat, and it's rich in taurine, making it a liver-friendly ingredient. The richness of the butter combined with the savory aroma of the soy sauce pairs perfectly with drinks. It's excellent with beer, shochu, and sake. This classic dish is addictive with its enticing aroma.

A platter of sausages including plain, chorizo, basil, black pepper, and garlic.

Stir-fried pork belly with rich umami, combined with spicy kimchi, the ultimate duo. The juicy flavor of the pork and the tangy spiciness of the kimchi intertwine, creating an irresistible deliciousness. The umami of the stir-fried kimchi deepens, and it pairs perfectly with the pork. It also goes well with beer and highballs, stimulating your appetite.

Daikon, egg, konjac with deer pattern, satsuma-age, fish tofu fry, grilled chikuwa, kelp knot, quail egg. A rich assortment of eight types that are full of the umami of the broth. This is a recommended dish that allows you to enjoy a comforting and delicious oden in small portions. Perfect as a companion to sake or as an additional dish.

We deep-fried nostalgic red wieners until crispy. This snack has a great texture and pairs well with drinks. When dipped in ketchup, it adds sweetness and acidity, perfectly complementing the flavor of the freshly fried wieners.

A classic snack for all generations. Crispy and crunchy fried potatoes. Easy-to-eat shoestring type with a light salt flavor.

The outside is crispy and fried to a golden color. Inside, you will find fluffy hanpen and rich, hot, gooey cheese that melts out. The moment you take a bite, you can enjoy the three-stage texture change of crispy → fluffy → gooey. The gentle umami of the hanpen combined with the saltiness and creaminess of the cheese creates a dish that is light yet packs a punch. It looks light but provides a satisfying feeling. It's fried food but not too heavy. The guilty pleasure of melting cheese is irresistible. This is a hidden popular menu item that gives you just the right feeling.

This is a satisfying ham cutlet that enhances the flavor and volume of the ham.

The large cut chicken thigh offers an exceptional volume and juiciness in every bite. It's a dish that makes you want to reach for more, a classic favorite.

The boldly cut chunks of tuna are a luxurious sight. Unlike delicate sashimi, the appeal lies in its robust and satisfying texture. With each bite, the rich umami and unique depth of flavor of the tuna spread throughout your mouth. Tuna is rich in DHA and EPA, which can support brain function and promote healthy blood flow. It is high in protein and low in fat, packed with nutrients like B vitamins and iron. This versatile appetizer is perfect as a first dish or as a final plate before dessert, making it a delightful choice for a tired body.

This dish uses only fresh flounder caught in Aomori, infused with umami through high-quality kombu for a matured flavor. Please give it a try.

By marinating domestic autumn mackerel in vinegar, the freshness and flavor are tightly condensed, leaving a moist texture with each bite, accompanied by a refreshing vinegar aroma, and the rich umami of the mackerel lingers as an aftertaste.

Striped hokke has more fat compared to regular hokke, and when grilled, the fat spreads out beautifully. It features a rich yet refined flavor that is not overwhelming.

An assortment of 7 skewers including 2 chicken thigh skewers, 2 chicken meatball skewers, 1 liver skewer, 1 chicken skin skewer, and 1 quail egg skewer.

A classic skewered dish from izakayas. The high-quality chicken thigh meat is juicy and tender, offering a simple yet profound flavor.

Skewers featuring a rich and smooth flavor. They are nutrient-dense and are said to have many beneficial effects on the body, helping to prevent anemia and aid in fatigue recovery.

Chicken skin skewers are rich in collagen and have a juicy flavor that spreads. Most of the fat is healthy unsaturated fatty acids that support cardiovascular health.

Soft and juicy skewers made with ground chicken. This dish can be enjoyed with either a sauce or salt seasoning.

With a bite-sized crispy texture, it spreads the gentle sweetness unique to quail eggs and the creamy flavor of the yolk.

Fresh, crunchy lettuce topped with juicy diced tomatoes and large chunks of bacon. The refreshing spiciness of onion slices adds an accent, while grated cheese and Caesar dressing bring everything together smoothly. This is a popular salad that is hearty and satisfying.

Grilled rice balls made with domestic rice, featuring a nostalgic flavor enhanced by the aroma of soy sauce and a savory grilled crust infused with bonito broth.

The sauce yakisoba, grilled to a fragrant crisp, is a dish that whets the appetite with its sweet and savory aroma. The chewy noodles are coated with the flavors of vegetables and pork, and topped generously with bonito flakes, creating a visually delightful effect as they dance in the heat. With its robust seasoning, it is perfect as a finishing dish or as a companion to drinks.