I visited "Shokuzai Ajisan" on May 26th for the first time. I wanted to visit a famous restaurant in Asahikawa 36 Street, but both were full as it was a spontaneous visit. We arrived at 7:30 pm with my daughter, just one other group of customers present. There were two staff members, a woman on the floor and a man in the kitchen. The interior of the restaurant was somewhat unique, with the kitchen on the right, a raised tatami seating area in the back, and Western-style table seating on the left. The menu offered mainly crab dishes, even though Asahikawa is not near the sea, which made me wonder about the quality. We ordered various dishes such as onion rings, beef tataki, salmon carpaccio, Genghis Khan fried lamb, and edamame. The dishes were visually appealing and tasted good. The bill came to 6094 yen for two people, and I recommend visiting with at least three people to enjoy a wider variety of dishes.

I visited the restaurant because I wanted to eat crab. I had a freshly caught snow crab for 5,000 yen, served as sashimi and steamed. The sashimi was firm and sweet. The leg meat was also delicious with the crab miso. The shrimp chili was surprisingly large and had a great texture. The thick asparagus was delicious when grilled with butter. The scallop butter was also tasty. I also got a free roast beef with a coupon. The portion was large and affordable, as expected from Hokkaido.

Hello, this is Mormor. The other day, when I went to Asahikawa, I visited "Shokusai Ajimimai" for dinner. We hadn't decided where to eat until the last minute, so we asked the hotel front desk for recommendations, but they were all fully booked probably due to the holiday weekend. Finally, we managed to make a reservation at "Shokusai Ajimimai". We were seated at a table on the 1st floor, and surprisingly, there were no other customers besides us on the first day of the long weekend. The appetizer was a pre-made saraspa, which gave us a bit of a bad feeling. Nevertheless, we started with a highball toast. First, we had asparagus tempura. The hot asparagus was tender even on the skin and tasted delicious with salt. Next, we tried the grilled squid, which was very fresh and flavorful. Since we were in Hokkaido, we also ordered the chicken zangi, which was also quite tasty. We decided to splurge on the steamed Hanasakigani, which was priced by weight at the crab shop. A generous portion of delicious Hanasakigani was served, filled with plenty of meat and a natural saltiness that made it enjoyable even without any additional seasoning. Unfortunately, due to a shortage of sea urchins this year, we couldn't order the Uni Ikura Don, but my friend's wife thoroughly enjoyed the seafood bowl. In conclusion, despite the pre-made saraspa appetizer, the asparagus tempura, grilled squid, and steamed Hanasakigani were all delicious and worth the price. The dishes made with local ingredients were undeniably tasty, making it a great place to enjoy seafood and drinks. It was quite surprising that the restaurant was so empty, given the quality of the food. You can find more details about the restaurant here → https://wp.me/pb52jZ-84A

After drinking at a steakhouse, I decided to visit this place. I made a GoToEat reservation, but it was a bit chaotic and I ended up being seated on the second floor all alone... It's a bit lonely... but at least I can take photos without feeling self-conscious (^^; - Rokkasen Daiginjo Super Spicy: 600 yen (excluding tax) I couldn't find any appealing sake, so I chose this one, but it's really spicy (>_<) I should have just gone with a hot sake from Otokoyama... - Otoshi (appetizer): 400 yen It looks like something you'd get at a business establishment. Since this is a crab wholesaler's shop, I had to try the crab! - Crab Gratin: 600 yen This is probably the only crab dish I can afford to order (laughs) It's a bit salty, but it's full of crab and delicious. Got a free dish as recommended by the manager with a HotPe coupon! - Beef Tataki It's a bit tough (>_<) The social distancing is perfect, but I still prefer a more lively atmosphere for drinking!

I thought the 4000 yen course with all-you-can-drink would just end with hot pot and crab, but I was pleasantly surprised when a lot of meat came out as well. I was very satisfied. It was cheap, delicious, and there was a lot of food. I want to go again during the winter. Overall, the seasoning is not too strong, so you can eat a lot without feeling heavy.

I visited again this month after last month. I had dishes such as ikura donburi for 2000 yen and grilled hokki for 600 yen!

On January 3, 2018 (Wednesday) at 20:30, since the shop we were aiming for was closed, we casually visited this place nearby with my parents. It was reasonable and delicious. I would like to visit again when I come back home!

I was supposed to have crab on the menu, but the menu and prices were completely different. The Matsuba crab was supposed to be 16,000 yen, so I gave up and ordered the hairy crab. A steamed crab came out on its own. It had no taste at all. There was no crab vinegar. Not even ponzu sauce. I reluctantly ate the dry crab. I only regretted ordering it.

The restaurant seems to specialize in crab dishes for banquets, but it's actually an izakaya. The place is larger than expected, making it suitable for larger groups and has a private room-like feel. We had the Hanasaki crab, which was delicious. They also offer a variety of izakaya dishes like sashimi, zangi, and salads. We opted for the all-you-can-drink option, so we enjoyed a decent amount of alcohol. The location is near the Art Hotel and while it's not a fancy restaurant, it's a good option for a simple banquet with a decent number of people. Give the crab a try depending on your budget!

At a year-end party with friends, I tried the "Abalone Steak & Crab Shabu-Shabu Course with 120 minutes all-you-can-drink for 4700 yen." We decided to have this party just 6 days before the event, and it was quite difficult to find an affordable place due to the busy December season. I didn't have high expectations for this restaurant, but I was pleasantly surprised. The crab shabu-shabu, which I tried for the first time, was delicious, and the vegetables were of good quality. The abalone steak, also a first for me, was small but tasty. To top it off, we were served unexpected steamed crab at the end. Overall, the course was worth the price, especially if you focus on enjoying the food rather than the drinks. We left the restaurant feeling satisfied and headed to another bar with our full stomachs.

"I tried the '120-minute all-you-can-drink beer included [drinking and eating] course with luxurious abalone steak and crab shabu-shabu for 4700 yen' just for fun. - Crab shabu-shabu: Snow crab - decent amount, good taste - Sashimi: Tuna and sweet shrimp - two pieces each, a bit small portion - Dish: Snow crab and snow crab - lots of crab, very satisfying - Abalone steak: Small but delicious, sautéed in butter, simple and tasty - Meat dish: Couldn't finish due to being full from beer - Meal: Ramen salad? Saw a notice on the wall about 'Hanasaki crab in stock - ask staff for prices'. Opted for the 10,000 yen one, it was huge and delicious. Overall, with all-you-can-drink and such a variety of crab dishes for 4700 yen, it was a satisfying experience. If only the course included Hanasaki crab from the beginning (laughs)."

I entered the store after 1 pm. I was the only customer in the store. It was a bar, so it was a bit dirty with cigarette smoke. It seems like a place for smokers. For non-smokers, a cleaner environment might be preferable. They only served lunch menu during the day, but the staff kindly made a Taraba crab tempura bowl for me. Taraba crab tempura bowl for $18 looked delicious, but the side dishes were too sour, the soup tasted like instant soup, the pickles were too salty, and the main dish, the Taraba crab tempura, was not that great. The flavor of the crab was overpowered by the oil, and it wasn't very tasty. Even though they made it for me, I feel bad saying this, but I think a shrimp tempura bowl might be tastier.

I was wandering around trying to decide what souvenir to get from Asahikawa when I spotted a sign for "fresh crab delivery". It seemed like I could enjoy some crab at the store across the street, so I went in. I was led to a table by a moat straight from the entrance. My goal for the day was crab! It was more like a taste test for souvenirs. The hair crab's miso was definitely the best part. The crab here was indeed fresh, tasty, and delicious! The other dishes were more like traditional Japanese izakaya fare. After enjoying the crab, when I got up to pay, I walked past the kitchen to the register and noticed something... Oh no, smoking in plain view of customers is not good. It was a shame to leave after enjoying such delicious crab, but I returned to the hotel with a disappointed feeling. That's all.

"I haven't tried the pork chop at 'Shokuzai Aji Sanmi' yet and was looking for a lunch spot. I was drawn in by the menu at the entrance of the restaurant. I ordered the pork chop, which was advertised as being voluminous with 200g. The taste was not bad, the portion size and price were also reasonable. However, you know, a dining establishment is not just about the taste of the food. I hurried to eat and when I was leaving the restaurant, they were already preparing to close with a sign saying they were closing soon. I didn't enter the restaurant right before closing time, but I wonder if I caused them any inconvenience?"

During my trip to Hokkaido in May, I visited Asahikawa. Asahikawa is famous for its Asahikawa ramen, and after looking for a place to eat and drink, I decided on "Shokuzai Ajimi." I had a sashimi platter, king crab sashimi, and king crab tempura rice bowl there. The king crab tempura rice bowl was especially delicious! The portion size and taste were both excellent. They also had a great selection of sake and sweet potato shochu. Additionally, they offer local crab shipping, so you can also buy souvenirs there.

There is a seafood restaurant with a live crab tank.