I visited this famous yakitori restaurant known for its wood-fired grilled chicken, making a reservation through OMAKASE around January 2026. I've been to their hamburger location several times, but this was my first visit here.The entrance to the restaurant is a bit hard to find, located near the parking lot on Misuzudori.The first dish was 【Hinaijidori Thigh Meat】. The moment it touched my lips, the distinctive aroma of the wood fire left a lasting impression. The chicken fat combined with the fragrance wafted through my nose, allowing me to appreciate the unique character of wood grilling, which is clearly different from charcoal grilling. The skin was perfectly crispy, providing a delightful contrast in texture between the meat and the skin.I particularly enjoyed the 【Takahara Hinaijidori Breast with Carissa Sauce】 and 【Takahara Hinaijidori Neck Meat】. The breast meat was cooked to a moist perfection, with the spiciness of the Carissa sauce adding an exquisite accent. The neck meat had just the right amount of chewiness, and the umami flavor expanded with each bite. The aroma of the wood smoke layered over the fat gave it a distinctly different impression compared to the neck meat I usually eat.Additionally, the high quality of dishes beyond the skewers is another charm of this place.The 【Toast with Chicken Breast Rillettes】 paired wonderfully with the fragrant toast and rich rillettes, making me wish I had another piece. The "Chicken Soboro Rice Bowl" was also exceptional, allowing for a delightful flavor change as I enjoyed it, leading me to eat five bowls despite being at the end of the course.- Hinaijidori Thigh Meat - Takahasa Chicken Breast with Kombu and Liver - Jumbo Mushroom with Chicken Breast Flakes - Takahara Hinaijidori Gizzard - Hinaijidori and Takahasa Chicken Shumai - Choshu Chicken Liver - Takahara Hinaijidori Breast with Carissa Sauce - Takahasa Chicken Thigh with Mitsuba Sauce - Toast with Chicken Breast Rillettes - Takahara Hinaijidori Neck Meat - Takahara Hinaijidori Chicken Wings with Green Onion - Peach Sorbet - Chicken Soboro Rice - Homemade Raw Caramel Including drinks, the cost exceeded JPY 30,000 per person, which is quite high for yakitori, but the deliciousness lived up to its reputation. By the way, when I inquired about the next available reservation, it was almost two years away!
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