01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Around noon in Takasago, Katsushika Ward, diners gather at yu-yu for generous lunch trays loaded with an assortment of small side dishes circling the main course. The popular sashimi set features fresh catches such as shrimp, tuna, and bonito accompanied by warm tonjiru pork soup and homestyle sides, delivering hearty portions at affordable prices. Crispy fried shrimp, deep-fried oysters, and simmered pork kakuni offer further satisfying midday fuel.
From Individual Hot Pots to Skewers: Evening Izakaya Comforts
When the lanterns are lit for evening service, the shop shifts to approachable tavern cooking. A signature item is the Hakata motsu nabe, offered in miso, Japanese dashi, or curry broths. Because orders are accepted starting from single portions, solo diners can enjoy hot pot over a drink without hesitation. For richer flavors, sweet-and-spicy miso or spicy pollack roe (mentaiko) broths are available, with udon, ramen, or rice porridge sets on hand to finish off every drop of broth.
While the pot simmers, straw-seared bonito dressed in scallion ponzu, house-made satsuma-age fish cakes, and skewers seasoned with salt or tare sauce keep glasses flowing. Drinks include the Gachi Lemon Sour filled with frozen lemon slices, regional shochu, and chilled slush-style mizore sake, making it easy to unwind after work.
Desserts like refreshing yuzu sorbet and vanilla ice cream offer a clean finish to the meal. Whether dropping by alone or sharing a table with friends, guests can relax into the easygoing hospitality typical of Tokyo's traditional neighborhoods.
