I never thought a dish like kushikatsu could move me so deeply. And to think that a kushikatsu restaurant rated over 4 stars on Tabelog actually exists—what a reality check... (´ﾟдﾟ｀)Seeing visions beyond the oil—such a description isn’t even an exaggeration. Before me stands a young chef with a wonderful smile, yet the skewers he creates easily surpass any measure of experience or age. It’s as if a magician is conjuring vibrant miracles without revealing any tricks... The deliciousness locked within the light batter, the perfect cooking, and the meticulously calculated aftertaste—all of these beautifully betray the expectations one might have of "kushikatsu."Let’s call it a flash of skewers.Each moment brings a series of small surprises and emotions, transforming the meal into a mesmerizing performance rather than just dining. The young genius paints not just food in the oil, but a vivid... yes, an illusion etched into the memory of the diner.Here’s what I enjoyed:- Shirasu Spring Rolls - Scallop Slices - Aori Squid with Sea Urchin and Kombu Salt - Beef Tenderloin - Snap Peas - Sweet Shrimp - Curry-flavored Lotus Root - Pork Loin Wrapped in Shiso - Cream Croquette - Goto Islands Tendon - Shirasu with Shiso and Cheese - Jet Farm Asparagus - Chicken Wings with Yuzu Pepper - Burdock Root - Clams - New Onions - Goma Aji - Fava Beans **Additional Skewers:** - Sausage - Kuro Mutsu - Whitebait - Asparagus Wrapped in Pork - Shimeji Wrapped in Pork - Neck Meat - Quail Eggs - Isaki - Cha Soba (as a dish) - Sakura Mochi - Camembert - Ice Cream (for dessert)The high prices, the high ratings on Tabelog, and the 2026 BRONZE award all make perfect sense at this establishment. Almost every skewer can be reordered as many times as you like, of course, with additional charges, allowing you to enjoy as much of your favorites as you desire. I’ve heard of women who have eaten as many as 150 skewers in the past. Every staff member is fully focused on understanding what the customers are currently seeking. It’s hard to find another place with such high levels of insight.The flavors are undoubtedly delicious, but even more impressive is the hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. As I write this, the restaurant has been open for about 1 year and 9 months. I don’t know when I’ll be able to make my next reservation, but I’m excited to see how much the young genius, Mr. Izumiya, has improved.I look forward to that moment.It was delicious. Thank you for the wonderful meal.
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