Popular izakaya around Tsuruhashi Station! 20 places where you’ll want to enjoy a drink

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Kushihacchin is a restaurant right outside the west exit of Tsuruhashi Station where you can enjoy Teppan-yaki and charcoal grilled skewers.

On the first floor, there are counter and table seats that make it easy to drop in casually. On the second floor, there is also a Banquet floor that can accommodate up to 35 people.

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You can enjoy skewers made in house every day, using meats ranging from standard cuts to rare parts such as Domestic beef and Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black Wagyu).

The "Special Roast" uses A4〜A5 rank Special Spencer roll. This nicely marbled roast is very tender and goes perfectly with rice.

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They also offer course meals that come with standard izakaya menu items and All you can drink.

The chijimi (Korean pancake) appetizer is said to be packed with shrimp and very satisfying. It has a crisp texture and a home style flavor that feels comforting.

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Awabi Mura is a restaurant where you can enjoy abalone prepared in a variety of ways, using live abalone from the large tank inside the restaurant. It is in a great location, about a 1-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

The restaurant has a calm atmosphere, and besides counter and table seating, it also has Private room spaces for a more private setting.

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"Awabi no Odori-yaki (live-grilled abalone)," grilled by the staff right on the net in front of you, is a popular menu item. The restaurant is equipped with a fish tank, so the awabi is said to be very fresh.

You can enjoy the rich flavor of the awabi and its tender texture.

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They offer two courses that are perfect for a Banquet. They also have set menus recommended for a Quick Drink.

The “Horoyoi Set” lets you choose your favorite awabi (abalone) dish. The “awabi no sashimi (abalone sashimi)” is very fresh and seems to have a nice texture.

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Sumibiyakitori to Konnyaku no Mise Tsugumiya is a casual place where you can enjoy sumibiyaki (charcoal-grilled) yakitori made with Yamato Nikudori (Yamato chicken) and asa-biki dori (freshly butchered chicken), along with konnyaku dishes.

In addition to lively counter seats, there are calm Private rooms with Sunken kotatsu seating. It is also easy to get to, about a 5-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

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The popular item is the “Hon Tsukune Sumibiyaki,” made by adding konnyaku (yam cake) paste to chicken thigh and seseri (neck meat) and then slowly grilling it over charcoal.

It is said to have an irresistible juicy and soft texture. With a wide range of flavor variations like grated daikon with ponzu sauce and cheese, you will not get tired of it.

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They have a wide selection of drinks, including Japanese sake, craft beer, and sherry. They also offer izakaya-style dishes that pair well with the drinks.

As for the konnyaku (yam cake) dishes, the more you chew the konnyaku, the more flavor comes out, they say.

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Sake to curry Achiru is a restaurant serving authentic curry built around seasonal flavors and spices, along with a wide range of local sake. It also has a full lineup of small plates, so you can use it like an izakaya (Japanese pub).

There are counter and table seats, and standing drinks are also welcome.

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You can order the curry as a 2-curry assortment or 3-curry assortment. You can also customize it freely with a half size, Large size, extra heat, and more.

Curry goes perfectly with alcohol! The spices will leave both your body and mind feeling refreshed.

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The appetizer "seseri (chicken neck) spice fries" is served fresh out of the fryer.

The coating is fragrant and spicy, making it a great match for drinks. It is also said to be popular as a curry topping.

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Chan Shokudo is a restaurant where you can enjoy their carefully made kimchi Chige, with broth drawn from pork bones. It is on the first floor of YS Building, about a 10-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

The space is designed in the image of a traditional Korean house, so you can also enjoy the atmosphere of Korea itself.

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Their signature “kimchi Chige” is made without chemical seasonings, using broth taken from pork bones. The set meal comes with freshly cooked rice made in a kama-taki (pot-cooked) style.

The Chige has just the right level of spice and is easy to eat. If you pour corn tea over the crispy rice at the bottom, it turns into nurungji (Korean scorched rice soup).

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The drink menu has a wide selection, from Korean liquor to standard favorites, so you can also use it as an izakaya (Japanese pub).

The "ogyeopsal set (thick-cut Korean pork belly set)" made with premium pork is very filling. Reviews also rate it highly, saying it is fun because you can enjoy a variety of Korean dishes.

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Sumimoto is a popular spot for chicken dishes like yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and kushiyaki (grilled skewers), located about a 5-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

The cozy interior has counter seats where even solo diners can stop by with ease. Since the number of seats is limited, a reservation is a must.

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They serve Kara-age, skewers, and sashimi made with carefully selected chicken such as Yamato jidori (local chicken) and asa-biki jidori (freshly slaughtered local chicken), along with standard izakaya favorites.

The seseri (neck meat) comes in large portions, and its just-right springy texture and salty flavor make it especially satisfying to eat, according to reviews.

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A popular way to finish off drinks is the cream-filled "carbonara."

The sauce is creamy and rich, and it comes with lots of thick sausage, so it is very filling.

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Kamihommachi Omikan is a restaurant that mainly serves Japanese food such as tempura and sashimi. It is located on the first floor of Richi Haimu Uehommachi, about a 10-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

It is fully equipped with counter seats, tables, Sunken kotatsu seating, and Private room, so you can choose the setup that best fits the occasion.

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The restaurant's signature rare aji (horse mackerel) fry is said to use fresh fish delivered direct every morning from a fishmonger they have an exclusive contract with.

The fresh, thick cut aji, which is fresh enough to eat as sashimi, is said to have a tender bite and great taste.

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They offer a wide range of izakaya-style dishes that go well with shochu and Japanese sake. They also have courses that come with All you can drink.

The Hakata specialty goma-kanpachi (amberjack with sesame sauce) comes with a rich sesame soy sauce that pairs so well with Japanese sake you may not want to stop drinking.

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Izakaya Buaiso is a restaurant with a full lineup of authentic Korean food and classic izakaya dishes that go great with drinks.

Inside, the homey space offers relaxed Sunken kotatsu seating. It is also easy to get to, about a 1-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

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They offer a wide variety of authentic Korean dishes, including "kimchi pokka" and "pirikara tetchan".

The photo shows their standard favorite, the "homemade chijimi (Korean pancake)." It is said to be lightly and fluffy cooked, and quite filling.

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They offer three course meals that come with All you can drink. They also have à la carte dishes that go perfectly with drinks.

The "Nasu Cheese Yaki (grilled eggplant with cheese)" is said to have a great match of melty piping hot cheese and eggplant.

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"Nihon no Osake to Yuuya" is a restaurant where you can enjoy Teppan-yaki that brings out the natural flavors of seasonal seafood, vegetables, and other ingredients. It also has a great selection of Domestic sake that pairs well with the food, so you can also use it like an izakaya.

The interior has the feel of an adult hideaway. It is also in a great location, within a 1-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

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The popular menu item is “Tsumura Honten no Kawachi Gamo Roast Duck Breast.” It uses kawachi gami (Kawachi duck) that is raised with great care and is said to be the only duck in the world that can be eaten raw.

It is said to be delicious, with the savory aroma of light searing and the rich umami and sweetness unique to duck meat.

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A popular way to finish off the drinks is the nama-men yakisoba (fresh noodle fried noodles). You can choose either chewy thick noodles or smooth thin noodles.

Whether you go with the thick noodles or the thin noodles, both use fresh noodles, so they have a satisfyingly chewy texture. Paired with the rich sauce, it is said to be excellent.

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Sumibiyaki Tori Toridan Tsuruhashi Ten is a charcoal grilled yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) restaurant in a great location, about a 30-second walk from Tsuruhashi Station. It also offers a wide range of izakaya-style side dishes.

The compact interior has counter seats, making it easy to stop by even on your own.

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They have a wide selection of sumibi-yakitori (charcoal grilled chicken skewers). You can order skewers from just 1 piece.

The yakitori is grilled well over charcoal, and the sauce is said to be very good. It is so popular that some items may sell out.

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They have a wide selection of Japanese sake, along with a full lineup of a la carte dishes that pair perfectly with drinks. They also offer courses with All you can drink.

The otoshi (small appetizer) is cabbage with miso and edamame. One nice point is that the cabbage comes with free refills.

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Toramaru Hanare is a restaurant where you can enjoy seafood from Wakayama in a range of dishes, including nimono (simmered dishes) and sashimi. It is located on the first floor of the IK Building, about a 1-minute walk from Osaka Uehommachi Station.

The interior has a hideaway feel, with counter seating where you can relax.

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The specialty here is the “Sakana Banzai 8-Shu Mori (8-kind assortment of fish small plates),” featuring fresh fish that the owner personally selects at the market.

You can sample all kinds of dishes, and it is very filling. Everything is tasty, and it is said to pair so well that the drinks keep flowing.

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They always have 10〜15 kinds of Japanese sake available, including seasonal sake. The "Banshaku Set" is also popular, and comes with three izakaya-style dishes and 1 go of Japanese sake.

Since you can enjoy a range of flavors little by little, it is said to be perfect for starting your drinks.

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Hakata Kushiyaki Batten Yokatoo Tsuruhashi Ten is a Hakata-style kushiyaki (grilled skewers) restaurant located just a short walk from Tsuruhashi Station. They offer courses with all you can drink, so you can also use it as an izakaya (Japanese pub).

The first floor has table and counter seating, while the second floor has a space available for private reservation where you can hold a banquet.

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The Hakata-style kushiyaki (grilled skewers) are said to be expertly grilled to perfection by skilled chefs. There is also a wide variety to choose from, including beef, pork, chicken, and vegetables.

No matter which one you try, they are said to have just the right level of doneness and pair well with drinks.

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A popular way to finish off your drinks is the "ita-soba (buckwheat noodles served on a board)," made with Special high-quality water and buckwheat flour.

It is said to have a fresh mouthfeel and a smooth, slippery texture going down. The yuzu kosho (citrus pepper paste) in the kaeshi (dipping sauce base) is also said to make quite an impact.

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Fugu Kani-dokoro Shinpuku is a restaurant about a 3-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station where you can enjoy fresh fugu (pufferfish) and kani (crab). It also offers a wide range of courses with All you can drink.

The calm interior is equipped with fully private rooms that can accommodate groups of all sizes, from small to large.

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They carefully select and source the most delicious Japanese pufferfish of the season from Nagasaki, Oita, and Amakusa (Kumamoto).

Among the pufferfish course dishes, the tessa (thin sliced pufferfish sashimi) is said to be quite generous in portion. If you add the All you can drink option, hire-zake (fin infused sake) is also All you can drink.

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In addition to hire-zake (hot sake with grilled puffer fin), they offer shochu, umeshu (plum wine), whisky, and other drinks that the owner has Specially selected from all over Japan.

The crab sashimi stands out for its delicate sweetness and juicy freshness, and it is said to taste great even without any seasoning.

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Ganso Tsuruhashi Chukumi Senmonten Tankumu is about a 2-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station, where you can enjoy Korean food and Korean drinks.

The interior is designed with the feel of a famous Korean drama, making it a great space for Korean culture fans. Private reservation is also available.

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The popular dish here is the "umakara chukumi-nabe (spicy webfoot octopus Hot Pot)," made by simmering fresh iidako (webfoot octopus), vegetables, and tteokbokki together. It is seasoned with gochujang and chili peppers.

The corn and cheese are nice and generous, and it is said to taste great wrapped in egoma (perilla) leaves.

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They also offer a wide lineup of authentic drinks such as nama makgeolli (fresh Korean rice wine) and soju. They also have a wide selection of classic izakaya dishes that pair perfectly with Korean drinks.

The "Tankumu Cheese Kimbap" is packed with rich, melty cheese and is said to be perfect to finish off your drinks.

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Kankokufu Izakaya Itaewon is a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Homemade Korean food, and it also has great access, about a 30-second walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

With K-POP playing inside, the restaurant has an atmosphere like an izakaya in Korea. They also accept Private reservation, so you can even hold a Banquet with a large group.

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The Korean dishes use authentic ingredients sourced from Korea. Their popular dish is ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated blue crab), made by aging blue crab in a special house sauce.

The soy sauce base pairs well with the natural sweetness of the blue crab.

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They also offer a wide selection of Korean drinks, along with plenty of All you can drink plans and courses.

The "samgyeopsal set" lets you enjoy grilled vegetables, kimchi, and even a dish To finish, and it is said to be filling and satisfying thanks to the generous amount of ingredients.

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Wa-yo Kyosai Densuke is in a great location just a 1-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station, and serves a wide range of standout dishes along with Japanese sake.

The calm interior has a warm wooden feel, with counter and table seating. Private reservation is available for up to 14 people.

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Their daily specials, which stay ahead of the season, are popular. They use fresh fish brought in from the market every day.

The "otsukuri moriawase (sashimi assortment)" is said to be exceptionally fresh. It looks almost artistic, and every slice of sashimi is said to taste great.

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About 10 kinds of Japanese sake are available, mainly dry styles. They also offer assorted varieties available of izakaya dishes that go well with Japanese sake.

The "dashimaki tamago (Japanese rolled omelet)" has a soft, fluffy texture and is said to be so tasty that your Japanese sake goes down fast.

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Torizukushi En Tsuruhashi Ten is a restaurant that mainly serves chicken yakiniku (Japanese grilled meat) and chicken chiritori-nabe (square griddle Hot Pot). It is in a great location, about a 1-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

The cozy interior has counter and table seating.

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The popular "tori Yakiniku (grilled chicken)" is served Yakiniku-style, with bite-sized cuts that you grill yourself until fully cooked. A charcoal shichirin (small charcoal grill) is set at each table.

It is said to have a nice crunchy texture and a tasty seasoning with a good kick of spice.

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Draft beer and highballs are said to be popular drinks here. They also have a full lineup of izakaya-style side dishes.

The chiritori-nabe (griddle-style Hot Pot), made with plenty of vegetables and chicken, is very filling. It is said to have a sweet and spicy flavor and taste great.

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Yakitori Izakaya Maruyoshi Tsuruhashi Ten is a restaurant where you can enjoy izakaya staples such as yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and daily specials.

The calm interior has counter seats, zashiki (tatami seating), and Private room seating. It is about a 3-minute walk from Tsuruhashi Station.

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Domestic young chicken is used for the chicken dishes. The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are said to be hearty and filling, with good volume on every skewer. They also serve vegetables and pork skewers.

With many different cuts available, you can enjoy them without getting bored.

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In addition to course meals, they also offer an All you can drink option for drinks only, so reviews say they are happy that even solo diners can order All you can drink.

The popular snack "Tori no Kimo Sashi (chicken liver sashimi)" is said to be fresher than expected.

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Gyoza no Kacchan Tsuruhashi Ten is a gyoza restaurant just steps from Tsuruhashi Station, built around the concept of “fun to look at and great to eat.” Since it is close to the station, you can relax and enjoy drinks until the last train.

The spacious interior has table seating that can accommodate up to 70 people.

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The main item, Kacchan Gyoza (dumplings), is said to be the flavor they finally arrived at after the chef went back to the drawing board and reworked the recipe from scratch.

The moment you take a bite, the aroma of garlic fills your mouth, and the well-balanced harmony of vegetables and ground meat is said to be irresistible.

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They offer A la carte All you can drink and All you can eat and drink menus. They also have a wide variety of Kara-age, a classic izakaya menu item.

The freshly fried “momo Kara-age” is crisp on the outside with a light texture, and it goes great with drinks.

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This restaurant serves Japanese cuisine such as seafood dishes and regional specialties in a refined Japanese-style space. It is located just to the left along Sennichimae-dori from the central exit of Tsuruhashi Station.

The interior has a warm wooden feel and comes with Private rooms where guests can relax.

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They use fish that is carefully sourced. They offer a wide range of fish dishes for snacking and a great variety of sashimi options.

For sashimi, you can of course order your favorite items A la carte, but if you want to try a variety, the "Otsukuri 6-shu assortment" is recommended. Japanese sake pairs perfectly with sashimi.

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They offer a full range of Banquet plans that you can choose based on your needs and budget. If you want to use it as an izakaya, the plans with All you can drink are a must.

There are many menu items that pair perfectly with drinks, including fried dishes, sushi, seafood Cold Appetizers, and small plates, and every dish is said to be high quality.