Izakaya around Kofu Station! 12 recommended places

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Uoya Chikara is an izakaya (Japanese pub) that is well known in reviews for the upbeat service from its staff.

The lively atmosphere feels comfortable and makes it easy to have a good time. There are seats at the open-kitchen counter, as well as a koagari (raised tatami seating area) zashiki (tatami room seating area).

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The signature item is the “osashimi (sashimi) 6-kind assortment,” made with fresh fish delivered from Toyosu. Each slice is thick, so you can fully enjoy the texture and flavor of the fish.

Among the seafood dishes, the “aburi shime-saba (lightly seared cured mackerel),” finished with the surface lightly torched right in front of you, is also popular.

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The Japanese sake menu features a lineup of local sake from Yamanashi Prefecture and Special famous labels selected from around Japan.

Yamanashi Prefecture is known as a production region for wine, but it is also actually a production region for high quality Japanese sake.

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Sakaba Rappa is an izakaya (Japanese-style pub) that is said to be popular not only with tourists but also with locals. In addition to seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood delivered directly from Tsukiji Market, they also focus on jizake (local sake), and some reviews say reservations are recommended.

The space is said to be stylish, calm, and full of Japanese charm. They offer counter seats, table seating, and Sunken kotatsu seating.

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This is the restaurant's recommended "Do-Shinsen!!!! Six-Type Osashimi (sashimi) Assortment." It is a plate where you can enjoy seasonal fresh fish from Toyosu Shijo (Toyosu Market) selected by a fishmonger. The assortment is said to stand out for its large, thick-cut slices of sashimi.

You can order it from two portions, and three-portion and four-portion options are also available.

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The many dishes that bring out the best of the ingredients also pair well with Japanese sake, which is known for its delicate aroma and flavor.

The Japanese sake lineup features local labels from Yamanashi along with brands from around Japan. They also have hidden bottles that are not on the menu, so if you ask a staff member who seems knowledgeable, you may get to enjoy something special.

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Jingisukan Daruma-ya Kofu Honten is an izakaya where you can enjoy Jingisukan (Hokkaido-style grilled lamb), a local dish from Hokkaido.

Another appealing point is the style of placing a Hot Pot on the table and grilling the ingredients right in front of you, so you can enjoy it with all five senses.

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You can grill lamb and vegetables yourself on a special jingisukan (grilled mutton dish) Hot Pot with a raised center and enjoy them fresh off the grill.

They also serve Wine Lamb, raised in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, on feed made from wine pomace and grains. It is known for the sweetness of its fat, and it can sell out, so ordering early is recommended.

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The drinks menu includes Japanese sake, wine, and (assorted varieties available) alcoholic beverages. Beer in particular stands out, and they say you can enjoy a carefully crafted glass with attention paid even to the glassware and how it is poured.

They also offer courses with All you can drink and a "90-minute All you can drink" option, and you can choose whether to include draft beer.

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Koshu Yatai Suiroku Gekijo is an izakaya (Japanese pub) with a nostalgic Japanese feel and a casual, easygoing atmosphere.

Seating is available from the 1st to the 4th floor, including counter seats and zashiki Private room (tatami seating), so you can use it for different occasions.

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The menu also features yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and oden (Japanese stew).

The yakitori is grilled over bincho-tan (high-grade white charcoal), giving it a rich, concentrated flavor. The oden is slowly simmered in dashi (Japanese soup stock), bringing out the gentle natural flavors of the ingredients.

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One of the draws is that you can drink Koshu wine made with Koshu grapes from Yamanashi Prefecture. You can choose a glass or a decanter, and enjoy pairing it with meals such as meat and fish dishes.

They also offer a good selection of drinks other than wine.

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Itameshiya Kirinji is an Italian izakaya (Japanese-style pub) suited to both casual visits and special occasions. The softly lit interior has a modern and stylish feel.

At the counter facing the open kitchen, you can watch the cooking in action.

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The photo shows “Kirinji-ryu assorted Appetizers made with seasonal ingredients.” It can be ordered for each person, and lets you enjoy a wide range of flavors little by little.

Reviews say that each item is high quality and delicious.

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The wine selection varies by day, and they offer labels from Yamanashi (Yamanashi Prefecture) as well as from overseas.

The “Omakase Wine Set 3 Types,” which lets you compare different wines, is also recommended. Depending on your mood and the number of people, you can choose either a half bottle (120ml) or 60ml.

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At Jidori Yakitori Sanshiro, you can enjoy jidori (local chicken) grilled over top quality binchotan (high-grade white charcoal).

The entrance side is lined with glass, giving it an easy-to-stop-by feel. The counter seats surrounding the kitchen are popular spots where even solo diners can relax and enjoy it like an izakaya.

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For the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), they use high quality jidori (local free range chicken) such as Koshu Jidori from Yamanashi Prefecture and Hinai Jidori from Akita Prefecture.

The surface of the yakitori is said to be crisp, while the inside is juicy and packed with flavor.

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They always have more than 10 kinds of Japanese sake available each season. Another nice point is that you can casually enjoy it in stylish wine glasses.

To finish after enjoying the drinks, the recommended noodle dish is tori soba (chicken soba), which is popular for its rich chicken flavor.

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Sumibiyaki Kin-chan is a restaurant where you can enjoy kushiyaki (grilled skewers) and Korean food.

The interior, decorated with neon signs, has the feel of a Korean izakaya. In addition to table seating, Sunken kotatsu seating and Private room are available.

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Yakiniku is served as automatic rotating charcoal grilled skewers. The tabletop device turns automatically, making it a fun experience just to watch the food grill right in front of you.

The skewers come in a wide variety, including flavorful lamb with few off notes, Wagyu, and pork belly wrapped vegetables.

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They offer a wide range of alcoholic drinks, from wines from Yamanashi to shochu (Japanese distilled spirit), so you can choose based on your taste.

They also have Korean drinks, and Marugoto Pine Chamisul and makgeolli (Korean traditional cloudy rice wine) are also recommended.

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Located on the first basement floor of a building, Izakaya Torigin is an izakaya where you can enjoy chicken dishes. It offers a wide range of menu items made with local Yatsugatake Meisui Akadori (red chicken raised with Yatsugatake spring water) and Shingen-dori (Shingen chicken).

Inside, in addition to counter seating, the restaurant has Semi-private room-style seats divided by roll curtains and relaxing fully private rooms.

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Their recommended dishes are tori-kawa yukke (Korean-style seasoned chicken skin) and charcoal-grilled items.

This is the "Yatsugatake Meisui Akadori Sumibiyaki (charcoal-grilled red chicken from Yatsugatake's famous waters)." You can enjoy chicken raised in Yamanashi Prefecture's rich natural surroundings and pure water with the fragrant flavor of charcoal grilling. They also offer charcoal-grilled young chicken, liver, and sunagimo (gizzard).

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At this restaurant, you can enjoy dishes that pair well with drinks, including chicken dishes, tempura, and light small plates.

To finish, the top recommendation is the "Toriginpu Chuka Soba." This noodle dish uses Shingen-dori (chicken) in the soy-based sauce and wine from Yamanashi Prefecture in the soup.

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The interior of Kuroda Kofu Kokori Ten is a friendly space where you can enjoy conversation over drinks with close friends.

Some guests sit at the counter and drink alone, so it is easy to use this place like an izakaya (Japanese pub).

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The dish in the photo is kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers), made by skewering ingredients, coating them in batter, and frying them in oil.

There are more than 20 kinds of ingredients for the kushikatsu, including vegetables, meat, and seafood. The sauce served with the kushikatsu is made by blending 14 kinds of spices, vegetables, and other ingredients.

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All you can drink can be added to a course or enjoyed with à la carte orders.

This izakaya in Kofu City is appealing because you can enjoy authentic Osaka food. For drinking snacks, they also offer Osaka specialties like kushikatsu (deep fried skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls), making it a great fit for meals with friends or family.

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Yakiuri no Joe Kofu Ten is a lively Chinese izakaya located about a 5-minute walk from Kofu Station. It serves shumai and other dim sum on small plates, and you can also enjoy authentic Chinese dishes such as gyoza, xiaolongbao, and malatang (spicy numb hot soup).

With its casual drop-in atmosphere, the place is said to draw a wide range of customers.

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The popular menu item "Niku Shumai (meat shumai) (1 piece)" can be ordered from 2 pieces. You can enjoy freshly steamed niku shumai served in a seiro (bamboo steamer). It is a juicy dish filled with an (filling) made by blending chicken and pork in a good balance.

The shumai lineup also includes seafood options and unusual varieties like tomato cheese, so trying and comparing them is also recommended.

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This is the “sorbet sour.” With flavors like green apple and strawberry, it is a colorful drink that lifts the mood.

The fruity sweetness and tartness of the sorbet are said to blend well, making this an easy to drink alcoholic beverage.

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Nikudofu to Lemon Sour Taishu Shokudo Yasubee Kofu Ekimae Ten is a popular spot where you can enjoy a wide range of food and drinks in a casual atmosphere.

They also offer several courses with All you can drink, making it easy to use for all kinds of occasions.

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The popular menu item is niku-dofu (meat and tofu stew), which also gives the restaurant its name. This dish uses tendon cooked under pressure in the restaurant, then simmered in a slightly sweet soy sauce based dashi broth.

It has a rich flavor and goes well as a snack with drinks.

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The drink menu has many kinds of lemon sours, and the photo-worthy “Tower Lemon Sour” is also one of the house specialties.

The “Kawa made Oishii Lemon Sour (Lemon Sour That’s Good Down to the Peel)” is a slightly bitter drink made by soaking the lemon peel in syrup.

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Hana no Mai Kofu Ekimae Ten, right next to Kofu Station, is a seafood izakaya where you can enjoy fresh fish from the in-store fish tank.

The seating includes Private room options available even for small groups, making it a good choice when you want to keep things private.

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The sashimi assortment, available in 5-kind and 3-kind options, goes well with Japanese sake and shochu, and also makes a great first dish.

Because they prepare live fish sourced that day, the freshness is said to be outstanding. Along with standard soy sauce, you can also enjoy the sashimi with Himalayan rock salt.

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This is a yakitori assortment, and besides seafood dishes, they also offer a full lineup of vegetable and meat dishes.

The yakitori, which is also popular as a snack to go with drinks, can be ordered either with tare sauce made from soy sauce using Special soybeans or with their original blended grilling salt.