Shizuoka, Japan｜Takano

Just stumbled upon this place after being refused entry to an izakaya around the corner. Serendipity rules. Takano was great. Awesome vibe, good food, and just excellent in all regards. So glad I came here and highly recommend it.

No English menu so be prepared to work for your meal! Luckily the owner (assuming the barkeep is the owner) speaks a little English and was kind enough to make some recommendations for dinner.

A long-established popular bar founded in 1920. The timing was always so bad that I couldn't get in because it was full, but I made a reservation a week in advance and visited for the first time. Of course the food is delicious, but It's a stately place that makes you feel satisfied just being in this place. It was that kind of izakaya.