Oyama, Tochigi, Japan｜Daruma

An old-fashioned Japanese restaurant with a nice atmosphere. Even though this is a prefecture with no sea, the fish (sashimi) is fresh and delicious. *Assorted sashimi 2,000 yen, bonito sashimi 800 yen There is also counter seating, so even one person can enjoy a drink in peace. Of course, we also accommodate groups and large numbers of people, so you can make reservations with confidence. This is a recommended izakaya as they also have delicious a la carte dishes other than sashimi. The minced meat is delicious.

I was warmly welcomed by a kind 85-year-old grandmother and was seated next to Daruma-san. A long-established restaurant founded in 1974. I got the recommended menu and was surprised at how delicious everything was. “No matter what we eat, it’s always delicious,” my grandma said, and she wasn’t lying. I was touched when he waved at me outside the store on the way home. Ah, I wish my grandmother was like this. Stay healthy forever.

Auntie was a character that lived up to her reputation! Very friendly and energetic. I was surprised to find that you can order either verbally or by smartphone, and the atmosphere of the store is very Showa-era.