Hikone, Shiga, Japan｜Yachiyo Ekimae

There are several restaurants near the train station that caught our attention, and I have to say that this place didn’t at first. It’s older, not flashy, it’s not modern or gimmicky on the outside…which makes it the perfect place for me. The menu is traditional Japanese teishoku, local udon, fried mix plates, eel, kushi katsu, etc. Ordered the mixed fry plate and it was great. The kitchen is generational in the same family and the service was very kind. Highly recommend. Look past the newer, flashy places. You won’t be disappointed. Right beside the Hikone station also makes it very convenient. Top menu choice, the skewered fried tuna (maguro fry). THE BEST!

Good local food at a reasonable price. Traditional food unique to the area with a good potion size too. Service is quick enough and pleasant. English may be an issue if you know zero Japanese but they have some pictures too, I’m sure you can get by.

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