"At Hakata Guruguru Torikawa Takenoya Ekimarche Osaka store Address: 3-1-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Closest to Ekimarche Osaka: 181m from Osaka Station Business hours: 11:00-23:00 ☎️ 06-6467-8838 No reservations HP: https://www.umakamonya.com I used to dislike torikawa (chicken skin) but somehow it has become one of my favorite foods. Taste buds are mysterious (laughs) The torikawa here has a crispy and chewy texture, very delicious ☺︎ Unfortunately, I missed happy hour ( ; ; ) but it's great that you can easily eat torikawa right after getting off at Osaka Station ☺︎ ... #Osaka #Ekimarche #EkimarcheOsaka #Izakaya #ChickenDish #Torikawa #ChickenSkinSkewer"

Appetizer (cabbage and dried daikon) 385 yen Shochu soda highball 209 yen Frozen lemon sour 319 yen Sour replacement 209 yen Chicken skin 176 yen Chicken harami (skirt meat) 176 yen Chicken harami with mentaiko (spicy cod roe) 187 yen Chicken harami with red chili 187 yen Chicken harami with yuzu pepper 187 yen Smelt skewer 132 yen Pork miso skewer 176 yen Additive-free Vienna sausage skewer 176 yen Red chicken thigh grill 539 yen Anchovy potato salad 539 yen Orders are made through a QR code, and the setup is welcoming for solo diners and those with communication difficulties. It's easy to order individual skewers, which is convenient. Surprisingly, the happy hour special is not a highball but shochu, which is quite unique. The regular menu also seems to favor shochu. The sour replacement is also reasonably priced. The frozen lemon sour is served with plenty of lemon and the server pours in the shochu right in front of you. Starting with the frozen lemon sour and then ordering sour replacements seems to be the best cost-effective option. The chicken harami is chewy as expected. Overall, the flavors tend to be on the sweeter side. The mentaiko flavor isn't too spicy, but the red chili flavor provides a good kick (though it's possible my taste buds are off). The yuzu pepper flavor offers a different twist with a generous amount of yuzu pepper. The smelt skewer is a nice addition in between. I wanted to try the mackerel skewer, but it was sold out. The pork miso skewer is perfectly seasoned, thick cuts, and offers the best value for money. The anchovy potato salad is served on a sizzling hot plate, which is quite innovative. It's not just a regular potato salad, but a proper hot plate dish. The additive-free Vienna sausage skewer is truly additive-free with no extra seasoning added.

I come here occasionally because the "Guruguru Torikawa" is delicious, but this was my first visit for lunch. I wasn't expecting much, but the "Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl Set" was quite good! The sauce goes well with the rice. The rolled omelette and soft-boiled egg both played their roles well. The miso soup had a rich flavor. Thank you for the meal. I will come back for dinner as well.

I felt a little hungry, so I happened to pass by "Torikawa Takenoya" and decided to have a quick lunch there. Located inside Ekimarche at Osaka Station, it's convenient and open all day, so you can enjoy delicious grilled chicken skin anytime. Despite it being lunchtime, everyone was enjoying drinks. I indulged in a highball while occasionally eyeing the set meals and thinking they looked delicious. - Torikawa (5 pieces) 800 yen: Crispy grilled chicken skin that is juicy and light. You can eat as much as you want. Nicely skewered and easy to eat, you can taste the delicious chicken with simple salt seasoning. - Ponjiri 160 yen: Plenty of sweetness from the chicken fat. It's so good that you can't resist. - Chicken thigh with plum 170 yen: Juicy and elastic thigh meat topped with plenty of plum and shiso leaves for a refreshing aftertaste. - Pork belly 180 yen: One of the popular menu items at the restaurant. Juicy and crispy grilled pork belly offers a satisfying and delicious taste, especially with a sprinkle of shichimi spice. - Shishamo 120 yen: I didn't try this one, but the person sitting across from me seemed to enjoy it. - Hakata mentaiko cheese tamagoyaki 690 yen: This might be my favorite. Dashi-flavored rolled omelet with stretchy melted cheese and a balanced saltiness from the mentaiko. The fluffy texture of the egg is perfect, and I want to eat it again! - Satsuma-age 390 yen: Probably two types of satsuma-age. One is normal, but the other might be made from blue fish? It had a rich fish flavor and was delicious. - Salted kombu onigiri 250 yen - Mentaiko onigiri 250 yen: I only needed one, but I ended up ordering two (laughs). Softly molded onigiri with crispy roasted seaweed. It's perfect for a satisfying end to the meal. You can easily enjoy a variety of chicken dishes and indulge in delicious torikawa anytime you want to have a quick drink.

I wandered around Umeda and decided to take a break with a quick drink. I wanted to eat yakitori, so I went to this restaurant. The lunch menu looked delicious too, but this place seemed perfect for this kind of casual visit. I had 4 skewers of various yakitori for 160 yen each and a lemon sour, which came to a total of 1,023 yen.

I had been curious about this restaurant for a while. I arrived after 3 pm for a late lunch, but lunchtime was already over. I had to wait in line behind one group. I waited, thinking it would be quick. After 10 minutes, I started with a lemon shochu highball. - Chicken skin skewers (5 pieces) for 880 yen: They were well grilled and delicious. - Chicken tail skewers (2 pieces) for 160 yen each: Pretty good. - Chicken thigh skewer for one. - Mushroom daikon (radish) for 290 yen: The daikon was tough and disappointing. The lemon shochu highball hit me hard after just one drink. Next time, I'll try a non-alcoholic beer with the chicken skin skewers.

I entered the restaurant without thinking. It seems like it's already break time. Why did I come to Osaka and go to "Hakata Kurukuru Torikawa"? I don't know. Well, whatever. There's a "Happy Hour" sign! I ordered 3 skewers of "Torikawa" for 160 yen each (excluding tax), which is a bit pricey. I'll wash it down with a "Frozen Lemon Sour" for 290 yen (excluding tax). It's delicious with plenty of lemon in it. The "Torikawa" is surprisingly light and easy to eat, although it's a bit expensive. After finishing the skewers, the "Frozen Lemon Sour" disappeared quickly, so I ordered a replacement sour for 190 yen (excluding tax). The staff brought it in an aluminum "sake tambourine" used to make hot sake, and poured it gently. Break time is over! Let's go! Thank you for the meal!

I always make sure to visit Takenoya when on a business trip to Hakata. Thank you for opening a store in Kansai. The chicken skin here is just as good as in Hakata. The fact that the restroom and smoking area are not too far away is also great. Located inside Ekimarche, it's perfect for a drink after work.

I stopped by during happy hour. The drinks are reasonably priced even outside of happy hour. The grilled chicken skin was chewy and delicious, but I prefer it crispy. The food may seem a bit pricey when dining alone, but it becomes more affordable when dining with others. Thank you for the meal.

This is a shop located on the 1st floor of Ekimaru Osaka, directly connected to JR Osaka Station. I visited for a solo lunch on a weekday afternoon. I have visited the shop's Oita Station branch before, but this was my first visit here. The menu is different here. I was guided to a table by the staff and ordered the Hakata pork bowl set meal: 890 yen (excluding tax). The meal arrived in about 7 minutes. It was a set meal with salad, miso soup, and pickles, and the Hakata pork was served in a bowl. It was delicious! The cost performance was also good. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for the meal. I would like to visit again if I have the chance.

I did some research before ordering online because I had been curious for a while. There were probably three people in charge of grilling at the store. The freshly grilled skewers were tender and the salt and pepper seasoning was just right. When they cooled down, they became chewy and had a different texture. The yakitori bento box had pork skewers which had a refreshing taste that I personally liked (although they were a bit on the firm side). I also ordered an extra "bonjiri" and a lemon sour, but it took a bit of time, maybe because they were busy, and I wasn't sure if they were thinking the same way about the bonjiri as when it was ready... The freshly grilled skewers were fluffy and delicious☆ I went out of my way to go this time, but maybe I raised my expectations too high for the yakitori guruguru, so next time I might feel like it's just okay. It's delicious, but if I had to rate it, I'd say it's above average. For me... When I'm a little hungry and looking for something to eat, I feel like I can drink and enjoy the food when I enter the store☆ Thank you for the meal.

I dropped by the restaurant Takinoya at Osaka Station's Ekimarche. I had wanted to have lunch, but since it was already past 3 pm, I ended up ordering from the izakaya menu. I've been to their Hakata branch and other locations before, so I decided to go in. I enjoyed their famous gyoza with a sense of nostalgia.

I was invited by my junior colleague at work to experience Fukuoka's specialty dish, torikawa. We tried a sharing platter with three flavors: regular, yuzu kosho, and red chili. In terms of preference, I would rank them as regular > yuzu > red chili. After enjoying a light meal, we headed to the next restaurant. Go!

I returned to Umeda again. My family wanted to have a drink, so we went to Ekimarche Osaka. Ekimarche Osaka underwent a second-phase renewal in July 14, 2022, with the fashion area being replaced by a food court. I have previously visited a salad bowl specialty store called WithGreen here. I was interested in a new store, Hakata Guruguru Torikawa Takenoya, a Kyushu charcoal-grilled chicken izakaya, which opened its first Kansai branch. The store had an open style with a central counter where they grilled the food. Despite being almost full, we were lucky to find seats along the aisle. There were appetizers on the table - salted kombu and cabbage salad for 385 yen each, with free cabbage refills. We started with a medium-sized draft beer for 539 yen and a ginger ale for 319 yen. Now, let's order some snacks. We tried their signature dish, Guruguru Torikawa, made with soft and chewy "neck skin" of chicken, grilled and marinated in a special sauce for 72 hours. It had a crispy texture and a delicious soy sauce-like flavor. We also tried the chicken thigh, which was lightly salted and normal in taste. The additive-free wiener had a crispy skin and a smoky, savory flavor. The grilled mackerel skewer was thick and slightly fatty, which was enjoyed by the mackerel lovers in my family. We also had sweet potato tempura with butter, which was generously portioned and had a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. We had a refill of the salted kombu and cabbage, which provided a refreshing taste that complemented the skewers well. Overall, the prices were reasonable, making it a great place for a casual drink stop. The restaurant seemed to be constantly packed, indicating its popularity within Ekimarche.

In the market, there is a happy hour! Awesome...! A shop I've always wanted to visit! A famous store from Hakata! - Chicken skin skewers 2 pieces 176 yen each Thicker than other yakitori shops! Juicy and satisfying! Delicious! - Grilled mackerel skewer 1 piece 176 yen Easy to eat! They have fish skewers! The mackerel is delicious! Goes well with sake. - Grilled pork cartilage with ponzu sauce 539 yen Also delicious! A great appetizer! The yuzu pepper is doing a great job! The grilled cartilage with ponzu sauce releases meat juices! Yummy! - Lemon sour 319 yen - Replacement sour 209 yen - Recommended rating: Taste ★★★★☆, Service ★★★★☆, Cost performance ★★★★☆, Recommendation ★★★★☆ - Restaurant name: Hakata Guruguru Torikawa Takenoya Ekimarche Osaka Branch - Address: Ekimarche Osaka, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 3-1-1 - Phone number: 06-6467-8838 #Osaka gourmet #Umeda gourmet #Connect with people who love gourmet #Izakaya #Lunch #Day drinking #Yakitori #Repeat visit guaranteed

Kitasan and I occasionally go out for drinks and this time we decided to try a stylish place, not necessarily cheap, at Osaka Station outside the ticket gate in the Ekimarche area. When we arrived right at opening time, it was already quite popular with a lot of customers filling up the place. We started with a toast! Frozen Lemon Sour for 319 yen (tax included) during happy hour from 11am to 6pm. We also ordered some premium chicken skewers for 176 yen (tax included) each. This was the main reason we came here. We also tried the grilled red chicken thigh for 539 yen (tax included), grilled mackerel skewers for 176 yen (tax included) each, and the famous omelette for 649 yen (tax included). The food was surprisingly good. The skewers were light and easy to eat, not as heavy as we expected. The omelette was very creamy and had a surprise of two soft-boiled eggs inside. It was a bit pricey for an omelette, but it was worth trying. Overall, we enjoyed the delicious food and drinks. Thank you for the tasty experience!

I came to the restaurant during a quiet time, but it quickly became full. I ordered the specialty grilled chicken skin, which was described as neither sauce nor salt. At first, I thought it was a bit bland, but as I chewed, the umami flavor slowly emerged. It paired well with beer! The cabbage appetizer was refreshing with salted kombu dressing, and the dried daikon had a sweet seasoning. However, I was a bit disappointed that there were no chopsticks or wet towels provided, and I had to ask for them. Also, the same grilled chicken skin dish was served to customers who arrived after me, which didn't sit well with me. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the "Torikawa Takenoya" store that opened at JR Osaka Station's "Ekimarche Osaka" on July 14, 2022. They specialize in a Hakata specialty called grilled chicken skin skewers. The chicken skin is grilled, marinated in sauce, and left to rest to remove excess fat and let the sauce soak in for 72 hours. They have a "Super Happy Hour" (11:00-18:00) where a Highball is discounted from 429 yen to 319 yen, and a medium-sized draft beer is discounted from 539 yen to 429 yen. Unfortunately, they don't offer half-price deals. I ordered 3 pieces of "Hakata Guruguru Torikawa" for 528 yen. You can also order them individually for 176 yen each. The skin is crispy on the outside, and the sauce is not too strong, with a nice touch of spice from the red pepper. I also tried the "Mushroom Daikon" in cream sauce for 319 yen, which has a familiar look to it, similar to the one at "Bistro Akashiro" for 180 yen.

I had a solo lunch at "Hakata Guruguru Torikawa Takenoya" today. Located directly connected to Osaka Station, it was very convenient. I arrived after 12 o'clock and was seated immediately without any wait. I ordered two items totaling 1,144 yen. The "Grand Popular No. 1 Guruguru Torikawa" for 165 yen was recommended by the restaurant, so I added it even though I thought I would be satisfied with the set meal. It was indeed popular for a reason, not too greasy and very delicious. The "Lunch Popular No. 1 Yakitori Ju Set Meal" for 979 yen was quite filling, and although it was all tasty, I couldn't finish it all and ended up taking two skewers home. They provided me with a takeout pack. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely visit again.

I ordered the yakitori 7 kinds assortment and 2 sticks of guruguru torikawa. There were also mushrooms and daikon. They had a happy hour going on, so many people were drinking since noon. I wanted to try the guruguru torikawa, so I ordered it separately. Just that was enough to fill me up. I could have easily eaten 10 sticks of torikawa (lol).