After watching sumo, head to an izakaya around Ryogoku Station! 19 places where you can have a great time

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Shuko Suiki is a popular izakaya on the north side of Asakusabashi (a district in Tokyo), known for its calm atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy a drink.

It also doubles as a Japanese sake bar with a kikizakeshi (Japanese sake sommelier), so the selection of Japanese sake is simply extensive. Along with seasonal and rare labels, you can also try house-made Japanese sake cocktails.

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Every dish here is said to be good, but the seafood menu in particular has a reputation for especially high quality. You can enjoy fish delivered from Toyosu (Tokyo's wholesale market) every morning, prepared in many ways including grilled and fried dishes.

The sashimi in the photo is especially popular because you can really taste its freshness and the full flavor of the fish.

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The basic menu is the Omakase course, with several options including standard and lighter ones, and for those who like alcohol, a plan with All you can drink of about 20 kinds of Japanese sake specially selected by a kikizakeshi (sake sommelier) is also recommended.

The meal uses a wide range of seasonal ingredients and is said to come in delicate and colorful assortment. Everything pairs well with Japanese sake, so you may end up drinking more than you planned.

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Tamatsubaki is a soba izakaya about a 10-minute walk from Ryogoku Station, near the Kanda River. Along with creative small plates and soba, you can enjoy Japanese sake selected by a kikizakeshi (sake sommelier).

This hidden gem is said to have a stylish touch, from its black exterior to the calm atmosphere inside.

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They offer a wide variety of dishes, including fried foods and simmered dishes.

The smoked items are said to be especially varied. They smoke ingredients such as mackerel and cheese with wood chips chosen to match each one, and the ingredients themselves are high quality. They are said to pair perfectly with alcohol.

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The soba noodles to finish are simple but nicely fragrant, and go down smoothly.

They also offer classic soba restaurant staples like soba miso (buckwheat miso), and you can order soba shochu (buckwheat shochu) with a clean taste, so the soba based menu is quite extensive.

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Right in front of the East Exit of Ryogoku Station, this chanko-nabe (sumo wrestler Hot Pot) restaurant is on the second floor of a building. Inside, sumo-related furnishings are packed into the space, creating an atmosphere that feels just like Ryogoku.

The chanko-nabe taught directly by a sumo stable pairs perfectly with drinks, and many people seem to use it as an izakaya at night.

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They offer a wide variety of chanko-nabe (sumo-style Hot Pot), including curry flavor and kimchi flavor.

A popular choice is the "Yokozuna Chanko" shown in the photo. You can choose either a light soy sauce soup or a mellow barley miso soup. Even with a wide mix of meat, seafood, and vegetables, the flavors come together nicely and taste great.

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They also offer a wide range of side dishes besides chanko. There are many Japanese-style dishes such as tempura, otsukuri (sashimi), and sushi, and they all pair well with drinks.

Another plus for drink lovers is the wide selection of alcohol, from Japanese sake to wine.

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Gottsuri Asakusabashi Ten is an izakaya under the elevated tracks at Asakusabashi Station.

It is an officially certified PR shop outside Aomori for Hachinohe Maeoki Saba (Hachinohe offshore mackerel), a branded fish from Aomori, and offers mackerel dishes as well as Aomori local cuisine, local sake, and shochu.

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Hachinohe Maeoki Saba (mackerel caught off the coast of Hachinohe) is said to be rich in fat and sweetness, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a clean finish. You can enjoy it in many different ways, including shime-saba (cured mackerel) and sashimi (raw fish slices).

Among them, the kushiyaki (grilled skewer) of "Ginsaba" in particular, which is especially large and high in fat, is popular as the restaurant's signature dish.

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The local Aomori specialties also get high marks for being so tasty you can tell they are made with care.

The “senbei-jiru (cracker soup)” in the photo has a comforting taste, and many people order it at the end of the meal. They also offer dishes made with branded chicken and specialties like Takko ninniku (Takko garlic).

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Chicken Place Yanagibashi Ten is an izakaya about a 15-minute walk from Ryogoku Station, on the east side of Asakusabashi Station.

The restaurant has a stylish atmosphere, and the wood-toned counter seats are especially popular because you can also watch the cooking.

The wide variety of chicken dishes uses chicken that was raised freely in Japan. It is a popular spot that is often full around dinner time.

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You can enjoy yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) finished over binchotan (Japanese white charcoal). From the careful skewer work and the size of the meat to the level of grilling, every detail is said to bring a high level of Manzoku.

Along with standard items like negima and seseri, they also offer a wide range of original skewers.

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They offer a wide range of original dishes with an added ethnic touch. The photo shows the “Chinese Chicken Salad,” a dish with a crispy topping that people keep coming back for.

Other popular items include the “Fresh Spring Rolls with Tuna and Avocado” and the “Special Chicken Curry,” and all of them are said to be high quality.

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Chanko Dojo Ryogoku Ekimae Ten is an izakaya located under the elevated tracks on the right side after exiting the East Exit of Ryogoku Station. As the name suggests, it is famous for its chanko-nabe (sumo wrestler Hot Pot). In addition, it offers a wide range of creative à la carte dishes.

Lanterns hang throughout the interior, letting you enjoy your meal while taking in the charm of old Edo.

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They offer several kinds of chanko Hot Pot, but the especially popular choice is the "Yokozuna Chanko," which lets you enjoy a range of luxurious ingredients.

The soup, filled with both the sweetness of the meat and the savory flavor of the seafood, is said to be very good, and even though the portion is large, it goes down easily.

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They mainly stock fresh seafood shipped directly from Toyosu (a major fish market in Tokyo). The restaurant's recommended sashimi (raw sliced fish) is cut thick, so it sounds very satisfying.

They also offer seafood dishes such as grilled with salt and Kara-age.

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Washoku KARIYA is an izakaya mainly serving Japanese cuisine, located about a 10-minute walk east of Ryogoku Station, opened by the third generation of a fugu (pufferfish) restaurant in Ryogoku.

Not only is the seafood good, but they also stock a wide range of carefully selected labels of Japanese sake and wine, making for a high-quality dining experience.

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Sashimi is a popular item that many people order at the start of the meal. It is said to be thick cut, full of the ingredients' natural flavor, and very good.

The restaurant sources its seafood from a fishmonger it has worked with since the owner's grandfather's generation, and depending on the season, you can enjoy seasonal fish and even fugu (pufferfish).

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The a la carte dishes made with meat and vegetables are also well liked for their refined seasoning that lets you fully enjoy the appeal of the ingredients themselves.

Along with purely Japanese style dishes, you can also order stylish menu items that pair well with wine. Among them, the sous vide roast shown in the photo seems to stand out for its high quality in taste, substance, and presentation.

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This izakaya is popular for oden (Japanese hot pot dishes) and à la carte dishes. The wood toned interior and ceiling lights made with washi (traditional Japanese paper) create a soft atmosphere.

Along with the food menu, the lineup of Japanese sake gathered from around the country is also said to show great taste.

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The popular menu item oden (Japanese hot pot with ingredients simmered in broth) is well known for its gentle dashi flavor, which soaks in nicely and makes it easy to enjoy, and people say it pairs perfectly with alcohol.

In addition to the 5-item assortment of classic ingredients, they also offer a full lineup of unusual A la carte items such as "marugoto tomato (whole tomato)," "agemochi natto (deep-fried rice cake with fermented soybeans)," and "enoki butter (enoki mushrooms with butter)."

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One of the recommended menu items besides oden is the chicken dishes. You can order tempting items such as the juicy tsukune-kushi (chicken meatball skewer) and the spice scented seseri (neck meat) stir-fried with black pepper.

The "tori no hanshin-age (half fried chicken)" in the photo is popular for pairing well with alcohol.

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Sushi Sake Sakana Sugidama Ryogoku is a sushi izakaya located a 3-minute walk from Ryogoku Station. It has a stylish space, and one highlight is the bold mural painted by artisans.

It has a good reputation not only for its tasty food, but also for its wide selection of drinks that pair well with sushi, including Japanese sake, chu-hai, and shochu.

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You can enjoy a wide variety of sushi, from classic styles to creative ones.

The toppings are said to be fresh and full of flavor. The restaurant’s original shari (sushi rice), blended with black vinegar and balsamic vinegar, is made with the idea of pairing well with alcohol.

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The photo is, surprisingly, potato salad. Aosa (green laver) is sprinkled around it, and there is an egg hidden inside. This playful dish gets good reviews not just for its fun look, but for its taste too.

They also offer items like kobore-zushi (overflowing sushi) and an ebi fry tower, with a lineup of dishes you can enjoy with both your eyes and your taste buds.

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Yakiton Sankichi Asakusabashi Ten, popular for kushi-yaki (grilled skewers) and more, has been getting attention because the well-known Nishi-Nippori restaurant has opened a location here too.

Along with yakiton (grilled pork offal skewers) grilled over bincho-tan (high-grade white charcoal) to lock in the flavor, the menu also includes fried dishes and motsu Hot Pot (offal hot pot), making this an izakaya that is said to be a dream for drink lovers.

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The yakiton (grilled pork skewers) is grilled over bincho-tan (high-grade white charcoal), and they say the heat is handled just right. It is not only plump and juicy but also nicely filling, so it seems to leave people very Manzoku.

You can choose between salt and the house-made sauce for seasoning.

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There are also menu items with a big visual impact.

The photo shows the "Baka-mori Kara-age," which is also said to taste great. Along with the "Baka-mori French Fries," it is one of the restaurant's recommended dishes. They say it is a shareable menu item that gets everyone excited the moment the plate hits the table.

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Marushi Ryogoku Ten is an izakaya located halfway between Ryogoku Station and Ryogokubashi Bridge. It offers a wide range of Homemade snacks including kushiyaki (grilled skewers), and its appeal seems to lie in the little touches of originality and the care that shows extra attention to detail.

In addition to table seating, counter seats are also available, where you can enjoy watching the cooking in action.

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You can enjoy a wide variety of grilled skewers here, including yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), yakiton (grilled pork skewers), and vegetable skewers.

The meat in particular shows the restaurant’s commitment to quality, using good ingredients such as Abedori (a premium chicken breed), which tastes light and delicious, and Iwanaka-buta (Iwanaka pork), which has an excellent balance of meat and fat. Another plus is that they skewer everything in-house while it is still fresh.

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They seem to have lots of snack dishes that win over people who love alcohol. The ham katsu (deep-fried ham cutlet) in the photo is thick and very filling, and it also goes great with drinks.

Other popular items include satsumaimo kari (crispy sweet potato sticks), which you can snack on casually, and tempura of garlic shoots.

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Ryogoku Nomimakure is an izakaya (Japanese pub) located a 3-minute walk from the west exit of Ryogoku Station.

In a stylish space, you can take your time enjoying Western-style appetizers made with plenty of meat and vegetables, along with a wide selection of drinks including beer and wine.

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The restaurant's recommendations are menu items made with Beef Tongue. You can order lightly snackable items such as misozuke (miso-marinated) Beef Tongue and Beef Tongue chashu.

The "Thick Cut Grilled Beef Tongue" in the photo is especially popular, and it is said to be thick and juicy.

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There is also a wide selection of stylish menu items with an Italian touch. Many people order the pasta to finish their meal, and it is said to be packed with ingredients and full of color.

The wide variety of sauces, including oil-based, tomato-based, and cream-based options, is also said to be well received.

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Chanko Sakaba Edozawa Ryogoku Sohonten Bekkan is a chanko-nabe (sumo wrestler Hot Pot) restaurant right by the east exit of Ryogoku Station. Inside, you can see sumo wrestlers' autographs and handprints on display, creating an atmosphere that really feels like Ryogoku.

Of course, the Hot Pot is great, and the a la carte dishes also pair perfectly with drinks, so many people seem to visit at night to use it like an izakaya.

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You can enjoy chanko-nabe (sumo-style Hot Pot) made with a soup that has been passed down for 50 years. You can choose from salt, soy sauce, or miso flavors, and there is also a full lineup of main ingredients, including meat and seafood.

The rich, wholesome soup, made every morning by simmering chicken bones and vegetables, is so good that many people end up ordering extra ingredients.

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The sashimi menu is packed with seafood options. From rich, melt-in-your-mouth sashimi to lightly fried rare tempura, everything is said to be great.

The “kobore maki-zushi (overflowing rolled sushi)” in the photo is also popular for its look. The toppings piled on until the sushi is hidden are premium ingredients like crab and ikura (salmon roe).

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Tori Gekijo Asakusabashi Ten is an izakaya with a wide range of chicken dishes, and its skewers made with branded Daisendori and grilled over binchotan (high-grade charcoal) are especially popular.

They also offer a full lineup of dishes that pair well with drinks, so many people stop by for a Quick Drink. It seems to have an easygoing atmosphere that makes it easy to drop in.

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The restaurant's recommendation is the torikawa-kushi (chicken skin skewer). It is said to be delicious, with a crisp surface and juicy inside.

You can order the “Kin no Kushi” with a sweet and savory sauce and the aroma of sansho (Japanese pepper), or the “Aka no Kushi” with a kick of spicy seasoning. Both are said to go great with drinks.

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They offer not only chicken dishes but also a wide selection of seafood appetizers. The photo shows the indulgent "bukkake kani no dashimaki tamago (dashimaki omelet topped with crab)." You can also order items like "ankimo ponzu (monkfish liver with ponzu sauce)" and sashimi.

In addition, they also have a good selection of Japanese sake and shochu that pair well with seafood.

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Maruichi Sakaba is a place where you can casually enjoy Hakata cuisine (regional food from Fukuoka). The interior is spacious and bright, and it is said to always have a lively feel.

Big and bold menu items are also popular, including the "Baka-mori (crazy big assortment) French fries" and drinks served in 1-liter mega mugs.

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Among Hakata gourmet food, motsu Hot Pot (offal hotpot) is popular for pairing well with drinks.

The pictured "mentai motsu Hot Pot" is said to be tasty, with plump motsu and the mildly spicy flavor of mentaiko (spicy cod roe). You can finish the meal with a cheese risotto.

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They also offer a wide range of à la carte dishes that are perfect for a Quick Drink. The photo shows their "Tetsunabe Gyoza," with a crispy chewy wrapper and a filling packed with vegetables.

You can also order juicy "Hakata Kushiyaki (Hakata grilled skewers)" and the Hakata specialty "mentaiko (spicy cod roe) Ippon Aburi," among other items.

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Ryogoku Yaocho Hananomai Edo Tokyo Hakubutsukan Mae Ten is an izakaya about a 6-minute walk from JR Ryogoku Station and very close to Ryogoku Station on the subway.

The restaurant has a dohyo (sumo ring) inside, which guests say gives it a real Ryogoku feel. It also features Edo-period-inspired decorations, so you can enjoy a setting that feels out of the ordinary.

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The restaurant offers a full lineup of seafood dishes, including fresh seafood from the fish tank inside.

Along with the classic sashimi assortment, there is a wide variety of options such as the Western-style "madako (octopus) carpaccio" and "nanban ebi (sweet shrimp) Kara-age," which pairs well with drinks.

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Course meals with All you can drink are popular too.

For the main Hot Pot, you can enjoy chanko-nabe (sumo wrestler Hot Pot), a sumo-style dish that really gives you a feel of Ryogoku. Packed with young chicken, jidori (local chicken) meatballs, and plenty of vegetables, it looks like a satisfying dish.

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Isomaru Suisan Ryogoku Nishiguchi Ten is an izakaya located right near the west exit of Ryogoku Station, under the train tracks. This restaurant mainly serves seafood-based Japanese food, and you can enjoy a casual meal in an open space with the feel of a beachside seafood shack.

They also have a full lineup of alcohol, including Japanese sake, shochu, and sours.

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The photo shows the popular menu item "Isomaru-yaki (grilled seafood)." You can grill and eat seafood yourself, including shellfish just taken from the tank and the repeat-customer favorite "Kanimi-so Korayaki (grilled crab miso in the shell)."

The Fresh Scent of the Ocean and the rich flavor of the seafood fill your mouth, and it is said to go great with drinks.

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The menu is not limited to Japanese style dishes, and it also has a full selection of Western style dishes made with seafood.

The “shirasu (whitebait) ajillo” comes with baguette and is perfect as a snack to go with drinks. You can also order items like “kani (crab) gratin” and “mentaiko (spicy pollock roe) cheese omelet.”

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You can enjoy a wide variety of grilled skewers here. The photo shows the restaurant’s recommended shio tsukune (salt-seasoned chicken meatball skewer). Its juicy texture from coarsely ground meat and the aroma of shiso (perilla leaf) are said to really whet your appetite.

Other popular choices include grilled skewers with a garlic soy sauce glaze and the "Teke Tebagushi," known for its delicious crispy skin.

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They offer plenty of classic izakaya dishes like French fries and Kara-age, and the overall seasoning is on the bold side, which goes well with drinks.

The alcohol menu is also extensive, with a wide lineup that includes house-made lemon sours as well as original Japanese sake and shochu.

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Mekiki no Ginji Ryogoku Ekimae Ten is an izakaya (Japanese pub) on the second floor of a building, right by the East Exit of Ryogoku Station. It has a casual and lively atmosphere.

You can enjoy seafood focused small plates and a wide selection of alcoholic drinks. If you want to drink a lot at a good price, a course with All you can drink is recommended.

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A shichirin (small charcoal grill) is set on each table, so you can grill a variety of ingredients yourself as you eat.

Among them, seafood items such as crab and eihire (ray fin) are popular for their Fresh Scent of the Ocean. The scallops come in a wide range of flavors, from simple preparations to cheese flavored and soy sauce butter flavored options.

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What many people order is the ozukuri (sashimi). In addition to assortments where you can enjoy a variety of classic seafood such as tuna and buri (yellowtail), there are also A la carte items like uni (sea urchin) and kobashira (small scallop adductor muscle).

It makes a great match with Japanese sake or shochu.