I’d have to say Yamamoto-tei is the best spot in the neighborhood. Since this area is a tourist destination, it’s only natural that there’s a “famous” local restaurant, but this place goes way beyond that level.

Basic setting

Simple.

A drink

They have plenty of delicious drinks.

Today’s sashimi

The ingredients were prepared so perfectly.

Shrimp salad

This was surprisingly tasty… it’s a great side for drinks.

Crab salad

This one was delicious too.

Today’s special menu

This is the beauty of a seasonal izakaya. You can just order whatever looks tempting.

Shrimp tempura

This is seriously delicious. The ultimate drinking snack.

Oyster tempura

It’s winter, so you’ve gotta have these.

Tonkatsu

They have options like this, not just seafood. It’s great to have a variety of dishes when visiting in a group.

Unaju

If you’re at Lake Hamana, you have to try the eel. It was truly delicious.

Kisu (Sillago) tempura

It’s a light, clean-tasting fish, but it’s amazing when fried.

Tempura

Tastes great.

Tako (Octopus)

I ordered this because we needed something refreshing, and it was a great choice.

Kinmedai Nitsuke

For seasonal Kinmedai, Nitsuke (simmered) is definitely the best way to eat it.

Kakikaba-don

This is oyster grilled with unagi sauce. The seasoning is quite strong, so you don’t taste the oyster itself much, but it paired perfectly with the thinly sliced fresh onions served on the side. I didn’t know these two would match so well.

Miso soup

Even the soup was delicious. It was a wonderful gathering.

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