明石市東 Hyogo, Japan｜Tamagoyaki Nishio

On my way back to Himeji for business, I was a little hungry and wanted to eat authentic Akashiyaki. When I first tried Akashiyaki, which opened in front of Shin-Tanabe Station about 40 years ago, I was shocked by the texture, which was different from takoyaki, and the style of serving it with soup stock. I didn't say it. It is said that the restaurant is loved by locals, so I went there believing that there was no reason why the food wouldn't be delicious, and the taste was even better than I expected! There were only locals in the small shop, so it was obvious that I was an outsider, but everyone was friendly. The texture of the fluffy and authentic octopus was wonderful, and it was fun and delicious. It was evening, but the order phone was ringing constantly, and orders for 5 pieces (1 piece = 10 pieces) were coming in all the time. It was delicious, so I bought four as souvenirs, but it took me two and a half hours to get home. I thought that the protein would solidify when heated, so I ate it without reheating it, but it turned out to be hard, and I realized that I had to eat it freshly baked at the store to appreciate its deliciousness. In the future, when I'm in the area, I will definitely stop by and eat at the store until I'm satisfied. Octopus rice rice balls are only available on Saturdays and Sundays, but it was already sold out in the evening. I have to come early next time.

This is my favorite Akashiyaki restaurant. It's close to my house, but I have kids so I can't really go there... I visited you today for the first time in a while. There are many Akashiyaki restaurants in Akashi, including Uonotana, but I think this is the most delicious Akashiyaki restaurant in Akashi! Two people visited and got three pieces. I was able to get a second helping of the dashi soup (the soup was so delicious I ended up drinking it lol), and they also added green onions. The oden is also the best, and the elegant dashi soup soaks in well and is melty. It's so delicious that you can eat both oden and Akashiyaki. The staff at the store are very friendly and make you feel very welcome. If you want to eat delicious Akashiyaki, this is the place! I also want to bring my children with me, so it would be great if there was a child-friendly chair.

The last time I had Akashiyaki was over 30 years ago... I come to Kobe often, so I definitely want to try some authentic food! I've been thinking that for a while. This time, my long-cherished wish finally came true, and a regular customer who lives in Akashi City took me to try it. Very local, only locals are allowed in! Despite the atmosphere, the staff and regular customers were friendly and I was able to enjoy it! The tamagoyaki is piping hot! I missed the first bite...that's something you can break up and eat! After that, I learned from the people around me and ate it (lol).The price was cheap at 350 yen per plate, and I ate two plates in one go. When the cold soup stock runs out, the staff will come over to help you with it. I was grateful for this as I tend to choke when I don't have water while eating. Also, when I come to Kobe, I plan to stop by the store and take a look.