A beloved Showa-era yakitori spot in Ryogoku with a compact counter and just a handful of tables, exuding the kind of timeworn, neighborhood-bar warmth that's increasingly rare in Tokyo. The kitchen's strength lies in simple, well-executed skewers — chicken skin, liver, rare chicken fillet with wasabi, and whole-bird preparations that reflect decades of practice. The intimate space and unhurried pace make it feel like stepping into old downtown Tokyo. Note: currently listed as temporarily closed; check before visiting.
