Hakodate. About a 3-minute walk from the Goryokaku tram stop in Hakodate. Visited on a Friday evening around 7pm with a friend from Hakodate. At first glance, the entrance looked small and narrow. We took off our shoes at the entrance and went upstairs. There are both sunken kotatsu-style and table seats. The inside of the restaurant is surprisingly spacious, with a chic and subdued lighting creating a calm atmosphere. It seems like a good place for small gatherings or parties. The menu includes a grand menu (drinks and food) and daily specials. The octopus appetizer was very tender. Since it's mainly private rooms, there's a buzzer on the table to call the staff. The dishes, such as seared mackerel, sashimi platter for 2, bamboo shoot and asparagus tempura, chicken karaage, and sea bream head, all had a refined flavor without being overpowering. The seasonal dish, which is the highlight, is the rolled omelette. When you crack it open with a wooden spoon, you find half-cooked egg with a runny yolk. Mixing it with the rolled omelette and eating it is quite interesting and elegant. I recommend trying this upscale Japanese cuisine.

This restaurant is a slightly upscale establishment with a traditional Japanese atmosphere, different from an izakaya or a casual dining place. We started with "Tachipon vinegar," which was delicious with a nice balance of vinegar and the freshness of the tachi. We also had "Sliced spear squid" which was even better than the one we had last night. The "Sweet sea bream crispy grill" on the menu caught my eye, as I love sweet sea bream. It was cooked to perfection and brought back memories of a similar dish I had in Kanagawa prefecture. We also tried the "Craftsman's rolled omelette," which was served as a half portion at the chef's suggestion. It was delicious with a perfect combination of egg, broth, and wasabi. We ended the meal with a satisfying "Gokko soup," which was better than the one we had last night. Overall, the meal was excellent and we enjoyed every dish.

I visited this quietly standing shop on the outskirts of the town a few times, but this time it was probably about five years since my last visit. The table seats are basically private rooms, which is cozy. Although the menu doesn't have prices listed for individual items, I didn't find it to be extremely expensive. The sashimi was especially delicious.

In June, despite heavy rain, I made a reservation and visited this restaurant after about a year. We were led to a private room on the second floor, and it seemed like all the other private rooms were also full. The restaurant seems to be thriving. Every dish, starting from the appetizer, was beautifully presented. Highly recommended dishes include fresh mackerel sashimi, which may be the freshest I've had in Hokkaido, classic dishes like bamboo tube tofu, Japanese-style Caesar salad, fried chicken, and rolled omelette were consistently delicious. I felt that the service from the staff was even more attentive than last year. Thank you for the wonderful meal! ♬

I visited a favorite traditional Japanese restaurant in Hakodate. The meticulous work shines through in their delicious dishes and their dedication to serving only Kuro Ryu sake, making it a rare find. I invited two friends who I often dine with, and they were very pleased. We usually dine in the private room on the first floor, but this time we tried the second-floor seating for the first time, which was also very relaxing and comfortable. The food was delicious. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

Delicious but pricey.

I made a reservation and visited on a certain Saturday in July. I heard that it's tough to get a reservation in Hakodate on Saturdays, so I decided to book a place that seemed nice. I was taken to a private room and started with a beer. The appetizer in the photo was delicious, and the dishes looked promising. I ordered the items shown in the photo. The rice with tea at the end was excellent! I enjoyed everything. The atmosphere and service were great. I'm not a fan of sake, but they had a selection of shochu and sake with special attention to detail, so I was satisfied.

I used this place for entertaining clients again, so I don't have any photos. Here is a photo of the latest (December 2017) all-you-can-drink menu. There are two options: 1800 yen and 2500 yen. The 2500 yen option allows you to try three types of Japanese sake (Kokuryu). Just for your reference... (^_^;)

Today, I visited the restaurant "Wano Fu" again. The food here is delicious as always. I had a great time dining with friends who were okay with taking photos, but I only managed to take a few because I was having too much fun. The sesame tofu was sticky and I loved it! The fresh squid seemed to be staring at me (laughs). Eating it with spicy radish was also delicious. I had the tentacles grilled later. The oboro tofu served in a bamboo tube was fragrant and the combination of sauce and ginger was perfect. The tempura corn was incredibly tasty, why does fried corn taste so good? It's irresistible. I didn't take photos this time, but the egg omelette with onsen egg inside is always a favorite! My companions were also impressed. We had other dishes as well, but I don't remember much after getting a bit drunk (laughs). Of course, we had "Kokuryu" Junmai Ginjo sake, which was slightly dry and paired well with the food. The service was great, with cute and beautiful staff members who were all cheerful and pleasant. This is one of my favorite restaurants in Hakodate. Thank you for the delicious meal today! I will definitely come back soon.

Excellent (≧∇≦) I was really moved, thank you! The rating on Tabelog is unbelievably low (ヽ(´o｀；), which is strange considering the reviews and comments are positive. This restaurant is a bit far from Hakodate Goryokaku intersection, but still within walking distance. I highly recommend it. The dishes are all delicious, and it's a rare gem to find a restaurant that only serves the premium sake Black Dragon. You can enjoy rare premium sake like Nijuichidendo and Shizuku, even though the popular Ishidaya from last year was already sold out on the day I visited. They mentioned that this year's limited edition sake will be available at the end of the month, so I will definitely come back again (￣^￣)ゞ Thank you for taking care of us. It has become my favorite restaurant in Hakodate. Thank you for the delicious sake (≧∇≦) Black Dragon 27th limited edition sake Ishidaya 120ml for 3800 yen, Hachijuuhachigou 120ml for 1980 yen. The appetizers included bamboo tube tofu, Tamago-yaki wrapped with onsen tamago, and Ginjo chicken marinated in Black Dragon sake lees and miso. The main dishes were Wagyu beef Hiresuteki, Hokkaido beef aged for perfection, fried Amaebi, crispy grilled Madai, fresh squid sashimi, and beef tendon with ponzu sauce. The premium sake may be a bit pricey, but it's worth it for the joy of drinking it (≧∇≦). The traditional Japanese cuisine is reasonably priced, flavorful, and really delicious! The sake goes down so smoothly! It's delicious (≧∇≦). I will definitely come back. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

There used to be a restaurant called Dining Kappo Wanofu near Goryokaku Hospital. Now it's located down a narrow alley (near where the curry restaurant Sitar used to be), with parking available next to the restaurant. The building still looks new. The sign says "Kuzushi Kappo Wanofu." You take off your shoes at the entrance. There are counter seats and private tables on the first floor, and sunken kotatsu private rooms on the second floor. I made a reservation and the place was quite busy with older groups and solo male customers. I opted for the 2100 yen course. The meal included grilled sesame tofu with yuba on top, a clear soup with fried yuba, sashimi of sea bream, tuna, and horse mackerel, and a delicious pickled tilefish with sake lees. The meal ended with crab rice and a clear soup, followed by an option for Inaniwa udon. I also had coffee and almond white cake for dessert. Overall, it was a casual course meal experience.

I visited this restaurant during my trip to Hakodate. I walked from Goryokaku Koen-mae Station to get there. I managed to find the place and was directed to the second floor after passing the counter. I was led to a very spacious private room, as we switched with a party. The dashimaki tamago looked very delicious, so I ordered that first! I also ordered yurine tempura, sesame tofu, agedashi yuba, and shimesaba. The prices were all on the higher side, haha. It's a very sophisticated restaurant with a nice selection of drinks, including the popular Kuro Ryu. It had a calm atmosphere, perfect for leisurely drinking.

I visited a restaurant in Hakodate for a dinner meeting with a client. The client made a reservation for the restaurant, which was located in a quiet area with few cars passing by, just a short walk from the hotel where we were staying. We were led to a private room at the back of the first floor, where the atmosphere felt like a year-end party. The meal started with homemade sesame tofu, followed by a dish of tofu from Eiheiji Temple with shrimp and kudzu starch, topped with sudachi lime and mitsuba. The sashimi selection included bluefin tuna, yellowtail, sea bream, and seasonal tempura with lily bulbs, pumpkin, shiitake mushrooms, and greens. We also enjoyed a steamed egg custard, wagyu beef steak, soba noodles, and yuzu sherbet for dessert. We paired the meal with only "Kokuryu" sake from Fukui Prefecture, which had a rich aroma and complemented the dishes well. Although the restaurant seemed a bit upscale, we were able to enjoy kaiseki cuisine in a casual izakaya-like setting. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

When you enter the shop, you might think it looks narrow from the outside, but you'll be surprised to find that it's actually spacious inside. There are counter seats as well as private booth-style sunken kotatsu seats separated by curtains. The interior is a little dimly lit. If you visit a Japanese dining restaurant, you must try the dashimaki tamago, which is a thick rolled omelette with a warm egg inside, topped with a warm dashi-flavored sauce. The menu selection is a bit limited. The sashimi assortment is beautifully arranged. There is a wide variety of alcoholic beverages available.

I have visited this restaurant with customers a few times. Unlike izakayas, it is not noisy, the restaurant is clean, and the food is delicious! I recommend the salted sea urchin from Matsumae, if available. It goes well with alcohol! Also, the seafood chawanmushi is amazing! The seafood broth is outstanding. Make sure to order it early as it sells out quickly. The double-layered rolled omelette that everyone is talking about? Kids will love it. It's best to make a reservation for weekend evenings. The prices are reasonable, and it's a very good restaurant. The atmosphere is perfect for leisurely drinking and eating. There are rooms on the second floor with a view of Goryokaku Tower. There are 4-5 parking spaces in front of the restaurant.

This is a private room izakaya in the bustling district of Goryokaku in Hakodate. Located behind Hotel Gran Terrace Hakodate, it is a bit hidden down a small alley. You won't see it from the main street, so look for the sign "Sen" and head towards the back to find it at the corner. The address seems a bit tricky, as GPS may lead you to the wrong place, so be careful. Inside the restaurant, take off your shoes and walk down the long corridor that turns at an L-shape, with private rooms on both sides. We were seated in a private room for four with chairs and a table, and ordered beer right away. The prices were a bit high, but the sashimi platter looked good at 2800 yen, and we added the mackerel for 940 yen. The chef's dashimaki tamago was on the menu, so we ordered that too. We also had a tempura platter, oboro tofu, and a few other dishes. I wanted to switch to sake, and was pleased to see they only serve "Kokuryu" from Eiheiji in Fukui. It was a bit pricey, but the quality was worth it. After a few rounds of sake, we enjoyed some soba noodles before being informed of last call. We stayed until closing time, feeling satisfied. The restaurant is categorized as "Kaiseki/Traditional Japanese" on Tabelog, but it feels more like a fancy izakaya. It's definitely not a casual kaiseki restaurant. It's more of a sophisticated izakaya, as indicated on their website.

Although it is called "Kuzushi Wanko", I ended up at a restaurant called "Wano Fu" that seemed suitable for entertaining. Have they moved? I was completely lost when navigating with Google Maps, as it led me to a completely different location. The restaurant has a traditional Japanese atmosphere with tatami floors and a serene ambiance. Upon entering, we had to take off our shoes and were escorted to a private room separated by sliding doors. However, I couldn't help but wonder if they disinfect their hands after touching the footwear. We put our shoes in a geta box ourselves, so please don't handle food with hands that have touched other people's shoes! It's unsettling not being able to confirm this. (-.-;) The service, aside from that, was impeccable, with detailed explanations of the dishes. Despite being completely separated, the sound easily travels through the walls. I could even hear the lady in the next room slurping her soba. Although the kitchen was bustling with noise, the food took quite a while to arrive! The dishes, when they did come, were beautifully presented and visually appealing. However, the taste did not leave a lasting impression. Considering it's a high-end restaurant, the quality of the sashimi should have been exceptional. The detailed explanations of the sake menu were a nice touch and made it easy for even those unfamiliar with sake to order. In Hakodate, where there are very few restaurants suitable for entertaining, this place has the potential to be a flagship establishment, but it feels underutilized. I think it's a missed opportunity. How about having the staff wear traditional Japanese attire to enhance the atmosphere? Also, consider increasing the number of kitchen staff and improving the workflow. Hiring part-time staff, even just on weekends, could help. I look forward to seeing improvements in the future.

I visited this restaurant recommended by a friend, and the exterior looks very stylish. The staff members have beautiful smiles and provide excellent service. Unfortunately, there were no private rooms available, so I sat at the counter, which I actually prefer. They are known for their delicious sake from Kuro Ryu Shuzo in Fukui Prefecture, but the prices were a bit surprising. My friend was drinking a lot, so I was a bit worried. For food, we had incredibly fresh rock oysters which were juicy and full of minerals, glycogen, and protein. I devoured them without any sauce. There weren't any other standout dishes, but the tamagoyaki was delicious. I tried making it at home, but it didn't turn out well. I wish there were more options on the menu, but I really liked the atmosphere. I plan to reserve a private room for a kaiseki course next time.

(Revisit) I decided to go back to the restaurant on a Friday night, as it seemed like a place where you can get in without a reservation. Luckily, there were plenty of seats available. The rolled omelette is as described by others, very soft and fluffy. It is topped with a thick soy sauce glaze. There is no grated daikon radish on top. While I prefer a more firm and well-cooked rolled omelette like the ones at Miyoemon or Sumibiya, I also enjoy this soft and fluffy version from time to time. The chicken and Kujo green onion, as well as the grilled eggplant, were also delicious. The portion size per dish is on the smaller side, allowing you to try a variety of dishes even if you're not very hungry. The atmosphere is nice, and overall, it's not a bad restaurant. However, it feels a bit lonely or wasteful to be able to walk in without a reservation on a Friday night (although it's convenient for me, Pinosuke). If I were to make some suggestions for this restaurant, it would be to: - Increase the variety of salads on the menu. - Make the menu in the booklet easier to read and choose from. - Although there is a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, the menu is a bit hard to navigate. For example, shochu is spread across multiple pages, so it would be better to consolidate them. - Improve the cost performance, as it feels slightly lacking. With a few adjustments, this place has the potential to become a great restaurant. I will definitely visit again. (First visit) It's a Friday night. I asked my senior for a nearby Japanese restaurant where you can walk in without a reservation, and they recommended this place. Upon entering the restaurant, you take off your shoes. There is a counter on the left, and private rooms separated by curtains on the right. The walls are lined with bottles of "Shizuku," a sake designated for the Imperial Family. There are a few other customers, mostly couples. The cuisine is light Japanese food focusing on seasonal vegetables and seafood. The dishes are beautifully arranged on plates and visually appealing. They seem to have a strong emphasis on sake selection. This time, I wasn't very hungry, so I ended with pickled vegetables, steamed vegetables, deep-fried tofu, seared beef, and sweet bean jelly. I'm curious about the sushi rolls for the next visit. It's strange that despite the quality of the food and the ambiance, the restaurant doesn't have high ratings on Tabelog. Perhaps it's still a hidden gem. I will definitely go back for a leisurely drink.

I visited during the Christmas season. It was a bit difficult to find the restaurant from the tram stop in front of Goryokaku Park. We came for sightseeing, but it seemed like there were many local customers. The restaurant has a high-class Japanese atmosphere. The dishes were all delicious, but the portions were not very big (so-so value for money). The menu had a lot of options for drinkers. It's a perfect place for those who want to enjoy delicious snacks with sake.