Japanese restaurant • 4-chōme-4-7 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan
Standing near the Nankai Namba Station, at a crossroads, is the yakitori specialty store 'Shokichiya Namba,' which exudes a strong nostalgic atmosphere from the Showa era. Despite being a well-established shop for over 60 years, this long-standing shop is loved by local customers for its delicious yakitori and meticulous service.
Shokichiya's signature dish is yakitori made from Akadori chicken produced in Mie Prefecture. The flavor, rich in the umami of the fowl grilled over charcoal, is so delicious that once you try it, you’ll be hooked. In addition to classic dishes like yakitori-don and tsukune, you can also enjoy rare items such as deep-fried eggplant with yakitori.
Stepping inside the store, you will be enveloped in a retro wooden interior and an atmosphere reminiscent of the past. Although the service may not be very friendly, that is also part of the charm. Tasting freshly grilled yakitori and savoring carefully selected drinks like local sake, makes you feel like you've transcended time and space.
Shokichiya's proud yakitori is also very popular as a souvenir. The takeaway yakitori bento, accompanied by a warm tea inside the store, adds to the pleasant experience. Why not stop by in between sightseeing and savor the flavors of Osaka?
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