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About this place
Watching the kitchen chefs work deftly just across the counter while ordering whatever suits your mood is the classic way to pass the evening at Ajigokoro Dan, an izakaya located in a building in Mibu Bojocho. Sinking into the horigotatsu sunken counter seating, your eyes wander over the varied menu displayed on the walls and the printed bill of fare, building anticipation from the very first choice.
Seasonal Fish and Freshly Fried Aromas
A natural place to begin is with an assortment of sashimi featuring fresh fish, or seafood sashimi selected from the day's specials. For the prawn tempura, diner reviews note being able to watch the prawns peeled and battered right after ordering from their counter seats. Alongside fried dried squid (surume-ten) and skewered fried cutlets, it makes an ideal companion for a drink. The rich savor of surume-ten and prawn tempura arrives wrapped in light, crisp batter that lets the underlying flavors shine through.
From Charcoal Skewers to an Authentic Sushi Finish
The menu is also rich in hearth-grilled items and handcrafted skewers; an assorted yakitori platter, grilled Manganji peppers, and scallions lend an appetizing char to the spread. Dashi-infused rolled omelets are fluffy and come with varied fillings such as spicy pollack roe or scallions, making a welcome savory accent between drinks. A major draw here is the ability to enjoy genuine nigiri sushi and thin sushi rolls at an izakaya. Picking out your favorite pieces—from tuna and fatty tuna with pickled radish (torotaku) to sea urchin—and rounding off the meal with a bowl of red miso soup stocked with clams or fish trimmings makes for a deeply satisfying conclusion to an evening of drinks.
Open Monday through Saturday until 2:00, the restaurant is a reliable choice for long conversations or late dinners. It is closed on Sundays. As this is a popular spot that frequently fills to capacity, booking ahead is recommended before you go.
