Koganei, Tokyo, Japan｜Hiroshi

Had dinner in this cosy izakaya in the neighbourhood for the first time. As we sat down, they gave us a small cup of chicken soup. This was really nice for cold weather. We ordered deep-fried chikuwa, deep-fried chicken kidneys, seaweed in ponzu, boiled dumplings in sesame sauce, konjaku blocks, natto omelette, chorizo sausages and fried rice. Everything was made to order but came at appropriate timings. Staff and boss are friendly. The relaxing vibe makes the experience very enjoyable. Will visit again!

A shop that offers delicious food and alcohol and a comfortable place From the station, enter one street from the shopping street, and it is ahead of the street that is a little dim at night. I'm happy to be greeted with a cheerful voice when I enter the store. There are counter seats, table seats, and tatami mat seats in the back, creating a small but warm atmosphere. And the good friendliness of the store manager and the store clerk further raises the points of this store. The recommended dishes are written by hand, but it's really delicious no matter what you choose. Potato salad, mapo tofu, fried rice, seasonal soft roe, etc. are all exquisite, and you can feel the thoughtfulness in the appetizer. Recently, it has disappeared from the menu, but the chicken sashimi is also delicious and I would like to try it again if I have the chance. There are many types of alcohol, and if you leave the sake to us, you can rest assured that we will provide you with the right one. I would like to visit you again soon.

Best pub ever in my life. The richness of the types of sake, the number of side dishes, and the depth of the menu are unrivaled. I don't know how many alcoholic beverages they have on the menu, but if you tell them what you like, the specialty "Hiroshi" will respond. The appetizers can be prepared whether or not Hiroshi is on the menu. As far as I know, it's probably all handmade. At first glance, Hiroshi seems to be blunt, but his story has depth, and if you listen carefully, he will tell you a story that touches your heart. The customers are generally similar, so you can drink comfortably. Weekends are quite crowded, so weekdays may be your target. Regardless of whether the store is open or not, it will be announced on Twitter, so it's a good idea to check it out. Although there are many regulars, it is very kind to first-timers, so it is perfect for a solo drink debut. I think the best thing to do is ask Hiroshi for recommendations.