Che cosa è Japan?: Japan’s dining scene is often described as a dialogue between seasons, craftsmanship, and regional identity. From sushi, tempura, and kaiseki to ramen, yakitori, and wagashi, menus tend to highlight clarity of flavor and careful presentation. Travelers may notice distinct local styles: Hokkaido’s seafood, Tohoku’s comfort stews, Tokyo’s soba and modern interpretations, Kansai’s okonomiyaki and kushikatsu, Shikoku’s udon, Kyushu’s tonkotsu ramen, and Okinawa’s island influences. Many venues emphasize dashi, fermented seasonings such as miso and soy sauce, and precise knife work. A tradition linked to tea ceremony hospitality is said to shape the understated service and attention to detail found in many dining rooms. Street-side counters, casual izakaya, and refined multicourse experiences coexist, encouraging spontaneous tastings and planned outings alike. Seasonal specials, chef’s selections, and collaborative pop-ups appear in various neighborhoods, suggesting a food culture that balances heritage with ongoing creativity.
Izakaya / B1 Ishizuka Bldg., 2-6-1 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Giappone, Japan /
ともこ
@tomoko-464999
5.00
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Visite1volte
L'atmosfera era piacevole e ogni piatto aveva un aroma e un sapore affumicato che lo differenziava dai soliti piatti e ingredienti, risultando fresco e memorabile! Il menu delle bevande era ricco di sour affumicati e, anche se mio figlio, che era con me, poteva bere solo bevande analcoliche, c'erano anche succhi affumicati senza alcol, che lo hanno reso felice. Condimenti e bevande affumicate inaspettati come il ponzu e il caffè hanno dato un ottimo sapore, abbinandosi bene ai piatti principali, e qualsiasi cosa ordinassi non deludeva mai. Ho potuto godere di tutto, dagli antipasti al dessert!
Tavern / 2F MICHI-CO Bldg., 1-32-6 Sangenjaya, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Giappone, Japan /
Sayuri
@sayuri-179230
4.00
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Visite1volte
I posti erano ampi e tutti i piatti erano deliziosi. In particolare, la bistecca di hara mi e le patatine fritte erano così buone che sono finite subito dal tavolo. Era un ambiente accogliente e ci siamo potuti rilassare. Tuttavia, quel giorno pioveva ed era freddo, ma l'aria condizionata era troppo forte, quindi faceva freddo. A parte questo, è stato tutto bene, quindi se ci sarà un'altra occasione, mi piacerebbe tornare.
Tavern / 7F GEMS Daimon, 1-15-3 Shibadaimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Giappone, Japan /
Tomomi
@tomomi-912003
4.00
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Visite2volte
Il highball affumicato è eccezionale✨✨✨ L'atmosfera del ristorante, il cibo e le bevande erano deliziosi, ma ho sentito che era un po' troppo costoso per me, quindi do 4 stelle.
Tavern / Prefettura di Osaka, città di Osaka, quartiere di Fukushima, Fukushima 3-11-24, Japan /
SASASAASSA
@SASASAASSA09876
4.50
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Visite1volte
In uno spazio elegante, anche il personale del ristorante era molto gentile. La cucina non aveva un forte sapore di affumicato, ma il cioccolato era affumicato. Tuttavia, la voce del cliente al tavolo accanto era molto alta, rendendo difficile la conversazione, e ho pensato di cambiare ristorante a metà.
Izakaya / 4F Shinsaibashi European Bldg., 1-7-18 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Giappone, Japan /
るい
@ru179cmi
4.20
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Location→ Osaka, Japan
Access→ Shinsaibashi European Building→ 4F
2 min. walk from Namba Sta. on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Sennichimae Line and Yotsubashi Line
195m from Osaka Namba Station
Name of store→ Smoked Sugiya Shoten
Genre→ Izakaya (Japanese-style bar), Bar/Bar, Sukiyaki
Business hours→ Monday - Sunday (17:00 - 23:30)
(Food 22:30L.O., Drinks 23:00L.O.)
Closed on Mondays
Seats→ 28 seats, counter seats only
Waiting time→ No waiting time (when we arrived at around 6:15 p.m. on Friday)
Smoking is completely prohibited.
Magazine publication→ Yes
Menu details→ All menus can be checked at the table
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The other day, I went to a hidden dining room that opened on March 7, which I had been curious about for a while 🍽🍻.
First of all, the place is on the 4th floor of a building marked "Gathering" 🍽.
I was also asked by customers who came to the restaurant where is the location by phone, so I am posting the location on the video.
I put the location in the video 👍
By the way, they don't seem to have a signboard, so it looks like a secret base, and the 4th floor of the building was so empty 😅.
I thought it's new entrance 🤭.
You take off your shoes at the entrance and put them in the store's handbag to enter.
Oh, by the way, you can take the bag home 👜.
I couldn't see inside, so I just had an image from a magazine.
I was afraid that I would look like a middle child had arrived.
But once inside, the handsome owner was very kind to me and made the store very easy to enter👍.
The interior is just like a magazine, mature and stylish.
The walls and ceiling are exposed to create a rough atmosphere.
The counter where you can sit on tatami mats like a kotatsu is a unique feature of the restaurant and makes it an easy space to talk 😊.
By the way, the owner also speaks to one person in a friendly manner, so you can enjoy it even if you are alone👍.
I have a lot to write but I'm limited to a few words😅.
In the midst of all this, I had the following
Smoked Sukiyaki" ¥1,800
This is the specialty of the restaurant and was featured in a magazine!
By the way, we also had the famous smoked lemon sour as our drink 🍻.
Sukiyaki... It was a new taste that seemed to overturn the concept of sukiyaki that I had eaten until now... In conclusion...
The meat is good, the broth is good, and the vegetables are delicious!
These three 👍...
The sauce is made of frozen tomatoes and sorbet, and when you put it on the meat, it melts and you can put it in your mouth.
When you put it in your mouth, it melts.
It's cool and warm, and the unique mellow smoky aroma of the smoked meat spreads out so well, it was really delicious 😭
There are 4 pieces of meat, but I could eat all of them with this 😭
The egg was also very rich in color and smooth, and it went well with the meat, and I also drank sake for the first time in a long time, so it was a great party 😊.
By the way, the handsome owner served me cheese curd, it was like a cheesecake and it was delicious and I was very curious about the other smoked dishes 😊.
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Izakaya / 14-2 Wakamiyacho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0827, Japan /
A smoked restaurant offering a unique experience and gourmet food
Izumiya is a hidden gem located in Kagurazaka, where you can enjoy a new experience of dining and drinking without direct contact. The carefully crafted smoked dishes are aromatic and enhanced by unique seasonings, making each one a true delicacy.