Amazing yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) around Tenma Station! 20 recommended places

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At CHIKICHIKI Tenma Ten, you can casually enjoy authentic yakitori made with Tajima-dori (Tajima chicken) from Hyogo Prefecture. It is located inside the Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, a 3-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

The interior is said to be a warm and homey space. The two-story restaurant is fully equipped with counter seats, table seats, and Private room.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), finished by skilled chefs with just the right heat for each cut, are said to be juicy and full of rich chicken flavor. They use a secret tare (sweet soy-based sauce) that has been carefully added to over time.

The counter seats on the first floor are appealing because they offer a live view of the grill, letting you enjoy the yakitori with all five senses.

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Only courses are offered, and the content differs between the 1st and 2nd floors. Especially popular is the good value “1st Floor Limited Yakitori Course,” where even if you add extra food or drinks after the course, the maximum total is capped.

On the 2nd floor, you can fully enjoy yakitori with the “<2nd Floor Seating Only> [Includes self-serve All you can drink] Yakitori Course”.

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Yakitori Shokudo is on Kitadohimmachi-suji, a 5-minute walk from JR Temma Station. They serve charcoal-grilled yakitori (Japanese grilled chicken skewers) made with Special Domestic branded chicken.

The antique and stylish interior is a small space with only 12 U-shaped counter seats. There is also a terrace area where you can stand and drink.

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They serve yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made only with fresh Domestic chicken, without skewering the meat. You can enjoy watching it grilled boldly over charcoal right in front of you, and eat it fresh off the grill.

The yakitori is cooked to bring out the most umami and keep it juicy, and every item is said to be very good and pair well with drinks.

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Among the wide selection of menu items, the house specialty "Tanba jidori (Tanba free-range chicken) char-grilled thigh" is said to be outstanding. It is juicy with a nice bite, and lets you fully enjoy its rich flavor.

After trying the specialty, they recommend ordering the "To finish fried rice, kuro keiyu meshi (black chicken oil rice)." It is a black fried rice cooked with the charcoal and chicken oil left on the Teppan-yaki plate.

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Kashiwaya Shogun is a place where you can enjoy yakitori made with fresh shamo (game fowl) and asabiki jidori (freshly slaughtered local chicken) sourced direct. It is located along Hokushinbashi-suji, a 2-minute walk from JR Temma Station.

The interior has a calm feel and is said to be very comfortable. The restaurant has counter and table seating on the first floor, with zashiki (tatami seating) on the second floor.

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Shamo (gamefowl) is a breed developed for cockfighting, known for its firm texture. With each bite, more of its rich flavor comes through.

The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is cooked by diners themselves over a shichirin (small charcoal grill) set on the table. The infrared heat locks in the flavor, keeping it juicy while giving it a crisp finish.

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They offer courses with All you can drink and an à la carte menu. The popular choice seems to be the “Kashiwaya Shogun Shamo Jidori Tanno Course,” where you can casually enjoy a full 10 dishes. If you are not sure what to order from the à la carte menu, the “shamo (gamefowl) jidori (free-range chicken) seven-kind assortment” in the photo is recommended.

They also have a wide range of dishes beyond yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and each one is said to be high quality.

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Yaktorishifuku is on the second floor of a building in Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, about a 3-minute walk from JR Tenma Station. It serves authentic yakitori, grilling high quality branded jidori (local chicken) of the day over binchotan (white charcoal).

The interior has an elegant and relaxing feel. It has counter seats, table seats, zashiki (tatami seating), and Private room.

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Each yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) is carefully skewered by hand one by one. They grill each one over binchotan (high-grade charcoal), adjusting the heat perfectly to match the type of chicken and the cut. Every skewer is fragrant on the outside, juicy on the inside, and said to taste great.

You can order either a course with All you can drink or from the à la carte menu. The course also includes individual dishes other than yakitori.

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The "Kushiyaki Omakase" set, which comes with that day’s recommended yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), an a la carte dish, and chicken soup, is perfect when you are not sure what to order. You can choose from 3, 5, or 8 skewers.

A nice feature is that if you order 5 or 8 skewers, you can add All you can drink for all beverages. You can enjoy the pairing of yakitori and drinks.

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Founded in 1985, the long-running Toridori Honten is a place where you can enjoy charcoal-grilled yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made with fresh Kyushu jidori (free-range chicken from Kyushu). It is located on Kitano Banzaibashisuji Street, about a 12-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

The interior, with both counter and table seating, has a retro and homey feel, and is said to be lively at all times.

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The charcoal grilled yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is said to be excellent, crisp on the outside and tender and juicy inside.

The house specialty in the photo, “momo-yaki (grilled chicken thigh),” is a dish made by placing diced chicken thigh meat on a grill net and smoking it as it cooks. It is said to offer the savory aroma unique to charcoal grilling and a satisfying texture.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) here come in a wide variety of cuts. They are all said to be so juicy and tasty that you could keep eating them without stopping. If you are not sure which cuts to choose, the Yakitori Assortment is a good pick, letting you enjoy 3 salt grilled skewers and 3 sauce grilled skewers.

They also offer courses with All you can drink that include à la carte dishes besides yakitori.

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Maji Sumibiyaki Tori Mame serves authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made with Tamba-dori (chicken from the Tamba region of Hyogo Prefecture). This hidden gem of a yakitori restaurant sits in a back alley, just a 2-minute walk from JR Temma Station.

The calm interior is a small, cozy space with only 14 seats in total, including counter and table seating. It is popular, so reservations are recommended.

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Using binchotan (high-grade Japanese charcoal), the skilled chefs bring out the full flavor of the chicken. For the sauce, they use a secret tare sauce that has been added to over many years.

The outside is fragrant, while the inside stays tender, moist, and juicy thanks to expert grilling, making it incredibly delicious. At the counter seats, you can also enjoy the live atmosphere.

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The photo shows the hugely popular house specialty, “Gokujo Tsukune (premium chicken meatball).” Tsukune is made by kneading ground meat and shaping it by hand. It is said to be an excellent dish that is fluffy and juicy. The “Tsukune Cheese,” loaded with plenty of cheese, is also said to be tasty.

They also offer two courses with All you can drink. These include a selection of à la carte dishes in addition to yakitori.

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Sumiyaki Nomidokoro Umatora is a hidden yakitori restaurant tucked away in a back alley, a 4-minute walk from JR Tenma Station. You can enjoy yakitori made with asa-biki jidori (fresh morning-processed local chicken), grilled over top-grade binchotan (high-quality white charcoal).

Inside, the restaurant has a cozy, homey feel with the warmth of wood. It offers counter and table seating.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are slowly grilled over Tosa binchotan (high-grade charcoal) produced in Kochi Prefecture, and are said to be excellent, with the flavor packed in.

There is a wide variety of cuts, and you can choose either shioyaki (salt-grilled) or tareyaki (grilled with sauce). The photo shows the salt-grilled dakimi (rare chicken breast cut with skin on). It is known for its springy texture.

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The photo shows the "Omi Kurodori (Omi black chicken) Momo Sumibi Aburiyaki," made with Omi Kurodori (Omi black chicken), known for its rich umami. It has a surprisingly strong charcoal aroma, and the more you chew, the more flavorful and tasty it gets.

They also offer a wide range of other standout chicken dishes. There are also courses with All you can drink, making it easy to casually enjoy yakitori and a variety of dishes.

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Yakitori Bamora Kamiyamacho Ten is a stylish, calm, grown-up space where you can enjoy yakitori made with Yamato Nikudori (Nara local chicken).

It is located on Kitano Byoin Minami-dori, about a 10-minute walk from JR Temma Station. In addition to counter and table seating, it also has terrace seats. Since it is popular, reservations are recommended.

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Yamato nikudori (a premium chicken breed from Nara) is known for its springy texture and rich flavor. Because they source each bird whole, you can enjoy everything from standard cuts to rare parts. The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are carefully skewered one by one in the shop.

The photo shows the "tebasaki (chicken wings)," which are said to be great for their crispy skin. They use Domestic binchotan (high-grade charcoal) to give them a rich flavor.

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There is also a course that makes it easy to enjoy yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and a la carte dishes. If you are not sure what to order from the à la carte menu, the "Omakase　6 Skewers," where you can try 6 recommended yakitori of the day, is a perfect choice.

Each part is grilled just right, with an excellent balance between the fragrant outside and the juicy inside.

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Kashiwa Honpo Toriishi Honten serves yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) made with fresh chicken. It stands in a convenient location just a 1-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

The interior has a calm feel with the warmth of wood and spans two floors. The first floor has counter and table seating, and the second floor is fully equipped with table seating.

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They carefully skewer chicken in the restaurant every day, using whole birds sourced from contracted poultry farms, with the hope that people can enjoy it casually.

The photo shows their signature kawa no jukusei tare-yaki (aged chicken skin grilled with sauce). The secret sauce has a unique mellow taste, and it is said to be rich, sweet, and delicious. The value-priced set of 5 skewers is popular.

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The "Tenma No.1 Momo-yaki (grilled chicken thigh)" shown in the photo is another house specialty, where you can enjoy the juicy flavor of thigh meat and the taste of the secret sauce. It is said to be very tender and delicious.

The place is usually lively, so reservations are recommended. They also offer a menu during the day that lets you casually enjoy yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

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Yakitori Sugihara is a well-regarded restaurant where you can enjoy original yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) that you will not find anywhere else, in a modern space inspired by kabuki (traditional Japanese theater).

In addition to counter seats that are easy to use even when dining alone and table seats that are perfect for groups, the restaurant also has terrace seating. The restaurant is tucked away in a back alley a 10-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

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The specialty here is yakitori made with dzuke-dori (marinated chicken), soaked in onion and shio-koji (salted rice malt). It brings out the full flavor of the meat and grills it up juicy.

A key feature is that it is not served on skewers, which makes it easy to eat, and they offer everything from standard cuts to rare parts. The photo shows seseri (neck meat), a plump and springy cut from the neck.

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The "Kawachi-gamo (Kawachi duck) Tsukune (sweet soy glaze)" in the photo is a standout dish of tsukune made by shaping ground aigamo (crossbred duck) meat and grilling it, then eating it with a sweet-savory sauce and egg yolk. It is said to be juicy, with rich flavor spreading in your mouth.

They also offer "Kawachi-gamo Tsukune (ponzu sauce)," which you can enjoy in a light and refreshing way with ponzu sauce made from citrus juice and vinegar.

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"Junkei Yakitori Nidosando Tenma Ten" is an izakaya serving rare junkei (mature hen) yakitori. It is located a 3-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

The interior is said to be a modern and stylish space with the warmth of wood. It has counter and table seating.

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Junkei (laying hen raised longer than standard chicken) refers to female chickens kept for egg laying and raised for a longer period than regular chickens. The more you chew, the more juicy, rich flavor it releases.

The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is said to be cooked with perfect heat and tastes great. You can order the à la carte skewers from 1 piece. You can also enjoy them in a course meal that includes other à la carte dishes.

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They offer three kinds of fluffy tsukune (chicken meatballs) made from formed junkei (mature chicken) minced meat. On the right in the photo is the standard "Junkei Nama Tsukune Tsukimi," served with tare sauce and egg yolk.

In the center is "Junkei Nama Tsukune Shio," which lets you enjoy the savory taste simply with salt. On the left is "Junkei Nama Tsukune Cheese," said to be tasty with the rich flavor of cheese.

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Sumibiyaki Tori Mansaku, located along Tenjimbashisuji and a 6-minute walk from JR Tenma Station, is a long-running yakitori restaurant where you can enjoy yakitori made with carefully charcoal-grilled freshly processed Domestic chicken.

The interior, with both counter and table seating, has a warm wooden feel and a homey atmosphere.

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The fresh chicken brought in every morning is grilled over high quality Tosa binchotan (charcoal) from Kochi Prefecture. The charcoal grilled chicken is said to be excellent, crisp and fragrant on the outside and plump and juicy inside.

The menu is extensive, but you can order from just one skewer, which makes it easy to enjoy a wide range of cuts.

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The most popular item is the “tsukune (chicken meatball),” made by kneading and shaping ground meat. Tsukune is usually eaten with tare sauce and egg yolk, but at this restaurant, it is served in a spiced Hamburger Steak style, which is its special touch.

It is soft and delicious, and many regulars seem to order it every time. Since this is a popular restaurant, making a reservation is recommended.

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Torisho Akatsuki is an authentic charcoal grilled chicken restaurant that uses carefully selected fresh asa-biki chicken (same-day processed chicken). They are said to be deeply committed to the ingredients, salt, charcoal, and how each item is grilled.

The interior has a calm atmosphere, with both counter and table seating. It is about a 13-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

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The restaurant uses top-grade Kishu Binchotan (premium Kishu charcoal) from Wakayama Prefecture, which gives the surface of the chicken a nice fragrant char while keeping it tender and locking in its flavor.

You can order from just 1 skewer. If you are not sure which cuts to choose, the "Omakase Skewer 5-piece" in the photo is a perfect pick. You can enjoy 5 skewers recommended by the chef.

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The "Hone-tsuki Momo-niku Gaburi-yaki (charcoal grilled bone-in chicken thigh)" is boldly grilled over charcoal and served with a special sauce. It is only available on limited days and in limited quantities, but it is very popular for being crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. Reservations by the day before are recommended.

They also offer a wide range of a la carte dishes. There are also courses with All you can drink.

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Yakitori Sumisu Tenma Honten is a lively yakitori restaurant where music lovers gather. You can casually enjoy filling yakitori while listening to rock music.

The casual interior has both counter and table seating. It is located a 5-minute walk north of JR Tenma Station.

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The popular house specialty “Guu Punch Tsukune” is grilled to order over 30 minutes after you place it. The tsukune (seasoned chicken meatball) made from ground chicken is served with a rich sauce and egg yolk.

It is said to be crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside, and undeniably delicious. You can order it in a 200g mini size or a 300g mega size.

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The yakitori skewers come in a wide range, from classics to more unusual options. Every skewer is large and filling, and they are said to leave you highly satisfied.

One standout is the grilled skewer of crocodile tongue. It is said to have no off notes and to taste great. The restaurant also offers a wide range of a la carte dishes and courses.

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Located on the second floor of a building just 30 steps from JR Temma Station, Hakata Kushiyaki Batten Yokatoo Tenma 2 Goten Toho Sanjuppo is a restaurant where you can enjoy yakitori and other Hakata-style skewers from Fukuoka Prefecture.

The interior has a calm atmosphere and offers counter seats, table seats, and Sunken kotatsu seating.

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The counter seats are appealing because you can enjoy the lively atmosphere and pick your favorites from the skewers lined up right in front of you.

Among the wide selection of yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), the popular choice is the "jika-sei tsukune (house-made chicken meatball skewer)," made by kneading and shaping ground meat. It is said to be nicely browned on the outside and soft inside, pairing perfectly with the secret sauce.

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They also offer a wide selection of skewers beyond yakitori (grilled chicken skewers). Their specialty, “shiro,” is a rare large intestine cut that yields only about 10% from a whole pig. It is said to be an outstanding skewer with a soft, melting texture in your mouth.

You can also order A la carte, but the “9-skewer assortment” in the photo lets you easily enjoy nine recommended skewers, including shiro.

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Jidori Senmonten Saito Dori, where you can enjoy charcoal grilled yakitori made with fresh branded jidori (premium local chicken), is a 3-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

The two-story interior has a calm Japanese-modern feel. The 1st floor has counter and table seating, and the 2nd floor is equipped with several Private rooms.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) cooked over charcoal is said to be nicely fragrant on the outside and tender inside. It is served in an easy to eat style without skewers.

The "Tencho Omakase grilled assortment of 5 kinds" in the photo is a great dish that lets you enjoy the many flavors of jidori (free range chicken). It is a good pick when you are not sure which cuts to order.

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The photo shows tebasaki (chicken wings) with salt, said to be an amazing dish with crispy skin and juicy meat inside. They also offer charcoal grilled seasonal vegetables and a wide range of a la carte dishes.

They also have a good selection of courses. The most popular Casual Course, which comes with All you can drink, lets you casually enjoy a total of 7 dishes including yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).

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Yakitori Gami, where you can enjoy charcoal grilled yakitori made with fresh jidori (free range chicken), is a popular yakitori spot tucked away in a back alley about a 5-minute walk from JR Tenma Station, and people also like its hideaway atmosphere.

Inside is a small space with counter seats only, where you can watch the grill area. It is said to have an atmosphere that makes it easy to visit even on your own.

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They use Awaodori (Tokushima local chicken) from Tokushima Prefecture, known for its rich depth and umami and its pleasantly firm bite. Each skewer is carefully prepared by hand, then grilled over charcoal.

The "tsukune (chicken meatball skewer)," made from shaped ground meat, is said to pair perfectly with the secret tare sauce that has been added to over time and the meaty texture of the tsukune. You can also add egg yolk and cheese as toppings.

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The "Meibutsu Teba Shioyaki (house specialty salt grilled chicken wings)" is made by salting fried chicken wings and grilling them to bring out their great flavor. It is said to be an excellent dish with a crispy outside and juicy texture inside.

The menu is extensive, and they also offer courses with All you can drink. There is also a good value course with All you can eat and drink from the full menu.

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Yakitori to Oden Issekigocho, about a 5-minute walk from JR Tenma Station, is a place where you can casually enjoy authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), carefully grilled by the chef, in a warm wooden space.

Because yakitori tastes best fresh off the grill, the restaurant has more counter seats. There are also 4 tables.

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They butcher one whole fresh asa-biki chicken (morning-processed chicken) and serve everything from the standard cuts to rare parts, with both salt-grilled and sauce-grilled options.

Every yakitori skewer is said to be fragrant on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside, with great taste all around. Since you can order from just 1 skewer, it is popular as a place where you can enjoy a wide range of menu items.

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The photo shows the “Cheese Tsukune,” a grilled tsukune made by shaping ground momo (thigh meat) and topping it with cheese, then searing it with a burner. You can enjoy its juicy texture and the rich taste of the cheese.

Traditional Japanese simmered oden is also popular. The broth, made with chicken bones, chicken flakes, and kombu kelp, soaks into the ingredients and makes it especially good.

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Yakitorihinataya Tenma Ten serves authentic yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) cooked over charcoal, and it is well regarded not only for its tasty food but also for its open and stylish space with both counter and table seating.

The restaurant is located in Ura-Tenma Tenjin Yokocho, in Ura-Tenma Chochin Dori, about a 3-minute walk from JR Tenma Station.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) lineup is extensive, from classics to rare cuts, and each skewer comes in a thick, big size. You can order from just one skewer, which makes it easy to try a range of different cuts.

Each one is said to be grilled just right, with a plump, springy bite and juicy, tasty flavor that goes great with drinks.

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They also offer a wide variety of skewers made with pork or bacon wrapped around vegetables and other ingredients. The photo shows the stylish-looking "Hanjuku Tamago Bacon Maki (soft-boiled egg bacon roll)."

You can also enjoy a wide range of other à la carte dishes. They are all said to be creative and consistently good, and the restaurant is always lively.

Yakitori Toritan Umeda Higashidori is a yakitori restaurant built around the concept of “a place where yakitori and Beef Tongue taste great.” You can enjoy yakitori made with Domestic asa-biki chicken (freshly slaughtered morning chicken).

The calm interior has both counter and table seating. It is about a 13-minute walk from JR Tenma Station, inside the Hankyu Higashidori Shotengai (shopping street).

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For the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), they use large cuts of chicken so you can enjoy the concentrated flavor of the meat. Each skewer is carefully prepared by hand, then grilled over charcoal by skilled chefs.

They offer a wide range, from classics to more unusual options. Every skewer is said to be plump and tasty. The photo shows negima (chicken skewers with green onion) with tare sauce, made with green onion between the pieces of chicken.

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Another specialty, the "thick-cut Beef Tongue skewer," is made from the most richly marbled, fattiest part of the tongue root, a cut that can only be taken in very small amounts from a single tongue.

It is available in limited quantities and often sells out, so it is best to visit early. If you choose the reservation-only "Oyadori (parent bird)-Oya-" course, you can be sure to try it.