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About this place
A distinctive specialty that pairs effortlessly with a drink is Hashigen's deep-fried pork belly, prepared by coating tender, slow-simmered kakuni in a light batter and frying it to a crisp finish. The meat falls apart effortlessly at the touch of chopsticks, offering deep, savory-sweet notes balanced by a dab of sharp mustard. The fried selection also features melt-in-the-mouth simmered pork served agedashi-style, gently steeped in seasoned dashi broth.
A natural way to begin the meal is with the fresh, thickly sliced sashimi assortment. Seasonal ocean catches such as Pacific bluefin tuna, amberjack, and kelp-cured wild sea bream make for an eye-catching spread on the table. The menu balances classic pub fare with thoughtful variety, from chicken nanban bathed in house-made tartar sauce and generous dashi-rolled omelets to a crisp, refreshing cha soba green tea noodle salad.
After sharing drinks and conversation, diners often turn to the house ankake fried rice to finish the night. A generous ladle of piping-hot, thickened dashi gravy blankets the fragrant fried rice, providing a warm, comforting conclusion to the meal.
The dining room includes counter seating for solo drop-ins, as well as table and tatami spaces suited to relaxed gatherings with friends or family. Evening service begins at 17:30, and tables frequently fill up, making an advance reservation a sensible precaution.
