Okuman

When you want fresh seafood and wallet-friendly drinks in a lively, unpretentious setting reminiscent of street stalls, Okuman is a dependable choice. The signature dish to order right away is the Okuman Mori, a platter featuring fresh local fish from around the country and seasonal seafood. The selection shifts depending on the day's catch, but it consistently arrives in generous portions, served with thoughtful guidance on the condition and best way to enjoy each cut.

Just as central to the menu as the raw fish is the tempura, fried to order. Alongside a 7-item assortment, guests can pick individual favorites such as whiting, sea eel, shrimp, beni shoga (pickled red ginger), or Japanese yam at reasonable prices. Served crisp and hot, the substantial ingredients can be enjoyed with salt or dipped into tsuyu broth generously loaded with grated daikon radish.

The drink lineup pairs naturally with fried bites and grilled fish, featuring draft beer, highballs, regional sake, shochu, and the house Saikyo Lemon Sour with discounted refills. The food options extend far beyond the headliners, ranging from steamed clams in sake and grilled turban shell to Japanese fried chicken and dashi-rolled omelets.

With both counter and table seating, the izakaya accommodates solo diners dropping in for a quick drink as easily as lively groups settling in for the evening. Open from 17:00 in the evening until 1:00 the following morning, it offers a welcoming spot for a late-night drink in the Kuramae area.