April 2018 Our last dinner in Japan was the most challenging. I had chosen an Izakaya that was a difficult reservation; 2 months notice and I had to agree in writing I could speak Japanese as no English would be spoken. I hoped that by the end of our trip I would have practiced enough … Continue reading Yumeri Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
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Yamashita Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
April 2018 Some of our favorite nights in Japan are the ones where we go into tiny little mom and pop restaurants , sit at the counter, and chat with the chef and customers. This was one of those nights. Yamashita -san (izakaya named for him) besides preparing us amazing food , was engaging and … Continue reading Yamashita Izakaya – Kanazawa, Japan
Sekitei – Shabu Shabu in Kanazawa, Japan
April 2018 Sekitei is traditional and local; it is the restaurant to seek out for an authentic evening of peace and delicious food. When Kanazawa is compared to Kyoto, this restaurant comes to mind. We enjoyed our Shabu Shabu Kaiseki dinner in a private room and our server did our swish-swishing for us... More on … Continue reading Sekitei – Shabu Shabu in Kanazawa, Japan
Shoubou_Shoujou, Special Izakaya in Kanazawa, Japan
April, 2018 Shubou Shoujou Shoubou/Shojou (Translates both ways) First night in Kanazawa. Had reservations at a special Izakaya where we had to preorder the sashimi platter. Got to hang out with the owner /chef and his wife and eat lots of tasty local food. Highlights included local ama ebi (Sweet shrimp) , but the variety … Continue reading Shoubou_Shoujou, Special Izakaya in Kanazawa, Japan
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