Chinese restaurant • 9-chōme-169-1 Chōjamachi, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0033, Japan
Located in the back alleys of Yokohama, this standing Chinese drink bar is a hidden presence with the traditional scent since ancient times. When you open the door, the Chinese shop owner will greet you with a smile across the counter. With each dish, you can savor the cool Shaoxing wine as if you had stumbled into the streets of China.
The nearest Yokohama subway station is "Handaihashi" station. It is located a little inside the shopping district just after leaving the station. While coming by car is not allowed, paid parking lots are scattered within walking distance.
The menu is dominated by spicy Fujian cuisine. You can enjoy authentic dishes like spicy honeycomb tripe salad and shark fin soup. If you listen to the story of the ingredients across the counter, you'll surely be fascinated by Chinese food culture.
Drinks available include beer, highballs, and Shaoxing wine, suitable for pairing with snacks. Enjoying snacks slowly throughout the night is the best way to spend time.
Because the seating inside the store is limited, conversations with nearby customers naturally flow. The place becomes a space where locals gather without boundaries. Sometimes, it's fun to enjoy karaoke in a private room on the second floor. If you take turns singing Chinese songs or Japanese oldies, there will surely be smiles all around.
Yuran, standing in the streets of Yokohama, is a hidden bar where you can enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine. Chatting with the friendly shop owner and gesturing, let's have a drink. From conversations with the locals, you'll surely discover the joy of a cup of drink.