A special moment at a long-established izakaya in Kanda 🍷4 recommended restaurants for adult drinking

⏰ December 30, 2024に公開

GourmetTokyo

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Kanda is a town that retains a good old-fashioned atmosphere despite being in the center of Tokyo. In this area, there are many long-established izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) that have been loved for many years, offering a special time for adults. They are all places that make you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life with their delicious drinks, exquisite food, and heartwarming service.

For those of you who are looking for the best izakaya for a date in Kanda, we have carefully selected four to introduce to you. All of them are well-known izakaya with a sense of history and attention to detail.

They will make your time with your loved one even more special and memorable. We hope you will enjoy the depth of Kanda's izakaya culture as you discover the charm of each izakaya.

1. Whale Inn Ichinotani

出典：https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1310/A131002/13115518/

Whale Inn Ichinoya, as the name suggests, is a long-established izakaya where you can enjoy whale cuisine. The atmosphere of the restaurant, which retains a Showa-era atmosphere, is nostalgic and perfect for an adult date. The menu features a wide variety of dishes using whale meat, including sashimi, steaks, and even the rare deep-fried whale fish. One of the most popular dishes is the “whale red meat sashimi. It is exceptionally fresh and has a melt-in-your-mouth flavor.

In addition to the cuisine, the carefully selected sake lineup is another attraction. The owner of the restaurant has ordered a selection of excellent sake from all over Japan, and you can enjoy the perfect match with the cuisine. In addition, the heartwarming hospitality of the staff will provide visitors with a special time.

The time spent talking and enjoying rare whale dishes in a restaurant with a sense of history will surely be an unforgettable experience.

Kujira no Oyado Ichinotani

住所	Yumani-Bldg. B1, 2-7-6 Uchikanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3254-6096
営業時間	Monday-Friday: 11:30-14:00/17:00-23:00 　Saturday: 17:00-21:00
定休日	Sunday
公式サイト	https://kujira-ichinotani.com/

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2. Nemurian

出典：https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1310/A131002/13020841/

Characterized by its quirky atmosphere, “Nemurian” is one of Kanda's most popular hideouts. Nestled in a narrow cobblestone alley, just one step into this restaurant will draw you into an extraordinary world. The restaurant's interior is a calm Japanese-style space, and the quiet flow of time enhances the mood of your date.

The specialty of this restaurant is “Sobamae” . The restaurant offers a wide variety of snacks to enjoy with alcoholic beverages, including creative dishes that only a buckwheat noodle restaurant can offer. For example, “soba chips” made from crispy fried buckwheat and “dashimaki tamago (rolled egg),” which is made with a lot of time and effort, are must-try items. As the restaurant's name implies, the standard course is to finish off the meal with soba, the restaurant's signature dish.

The counter seating is ideal for enjoying a private dining space for two. The counter seating is ideal for enjoying a private space with just the two of you while sipping on your food and drinks.

Nemurian

住所	1-16-4 Kandasudacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3251-5300
営業時間	18:00-21:30
定休日	Sundays & Holidays
公式サイト	http://www.nemurian.net/

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3. Kanda Koju

出典：https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1310/A131002/13011272/

Kanda Kotobuki is known as a great place for sake lovers. With over 100 brands carefully selected by the owner, you can enjoy local sake from all over Japan to your heart's content. The restaurant is also well known for its sake, with a wide range of customers, from beginners to connoisseurs, who can fully enjoy the charms of sake.

The cuisine is also carefully prepared to match the sake. For example, the “assorted sashimi” that makes the most of seasonal ingredients and the homemade “grilled fish marinated in sake lees” are perfect with sake and leave a lasting impression.

Kanda Mitsuisu” is characterized by its at-home atmosphere and friendly staff. Even if you are not familiar with sake, the staff will politely give you recommendations. Discovering new sake while discussing each other's tastes is one of the pleasures of a date.

Kanda Koju

住所	Onuki Building 1F, 2-9-7 Kajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	03-3253-0044
営業時間	Monday-Friday: 17:00-22:30, Saturday: 17:00-22:00
定休日	Sundays & Holidays
公式サイト	http://www.kohju.net/

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4. Kanda Shinpachi

出典：https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1310/A131002/13000375/

Kanda Shinpachi is truly a long-established izakaya that represents Kanda, boasting a history of more than 100 years since its establishment. The cuisine is characterized by a fusion of tradition and innovation, offering new surprises and discoveries each time you visit. The menu features a variety of dishes that have been arranged in a modern way while preserving the traditional flavors of the past.

For example, the “homemade Tsukune skewers” are juicy and full of flavor. On the other hand, the “Tempura Assortment,” made with fresh seasonal ingredients, is an artisanal dish. The specialty “Grilled Fresh Fish with Salt” is very popular as an exquisite dish that brings out the best flavor of the ingredients.

In addition, there is a wide selection of shochu (Japanese liquor) and locally brewed sake, and pairing them with the dishes is one of the most enjoyable aspects of the restaurant. This is the perfect place to spend a relaxing time with your loved ones in an atmospheric Japanese atmosphere. The experience at “Kanda Shinpachi” will be a memorable one for a special night.

Kanda Shinpachi

住所	2-9-1 Kajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
電話番号	050-5594-3995
営業時間	Monday-Friday: 11:00-14:00/17:00-23:00, Saturday & Holidays: 17:00-22:00
定休日	Sundays
公式サイト	https://visit-chiyoda.tokyo/app/spot/detail/371

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Summay

The four long-established izakayas introduced here, each with its own unique charm, provide the perfect setting for an adult date. The time spent enjoying delicious food and drinks while experiencing history and culture will be etched in your mind as a special memory forever.

Izakaya in Kanda are not just for drinking, but also serve as a place to connect people and to cherish conversation and time together. On your next date, please visit one of Kanda's long-established izakayas and spend a heartwarming time with them. New discoveries and impressions will surely await you.