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I got the Squid set, which was surprisingly really good (I was a little nervous about the “still moving” part) the squid was so fresh and had that really nice crunch to it because of how fresh it was. The other items in the set were really good too, but I will say the tempura came out way later than I expected, but that could be just because I was surprised how fast the other things came out. You place your order through the iPads on the table, English speakers just keep in mind there is not a English setting, but it’s relatively easy to base it on the picture or if you have google translate on your phone you can also use the camera setting to translate. I did give service 5 stars because all of the people who I talked to did their very best to let me know certain things even if they don’t speak much English(what not to eat on the squid). But I was a little confused when another worker came when I was still working on my last few pieces of squid (taking my time to really enjoy the quality of it) and rushed me to take them off the serving dish, because of this I ended up forgetting to grab a little bit more wasabi for those pieces (wasabi came on the same dish as the squid along with the lemon slice, not on the personal set tray). So I was a little sad to be rushed since the wasabi with the squid is amazing, she did try to say something to me after I grabbed my last pieces but I don’t really speak any Japanese except for the most basic of basic terms so I just had to smile and nod. But other than that little bump everyone there was really nice and did their best to communicate with me. I sat at a table, I was offered to sit tatami but I had already walked around a lot that day so I didn’t really want to sit on my knees after sweating all day(bright, sunny and humid that whole day after having my travels for the last week being rainy so I was kinda worn out). I went around 1pm/2pm on a Wednesday so it seemed a bit empty since I was able to walk in and get a table right away but I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s super busy during peak times on the weekends. I did go by myself but there isn’t any bar seating so my table was really big for just one person (definitely meant for 4 people) but I’m not sure if the tatami would have been the same thing. All in all, I really enjoyed my meal and visit here and would definitely recommend it to others.
Monica WestfallMonica Westfall
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As my friend told me this was one of the best place for ika ikizukuri (freshly dead squid sashimi), so I came here. But my friend didn’t tell me I should book seats in advance. Hence, I waited for the queue for 1hr. This place served squid sashimi with head and tentacles piece. After a while, the staff came to ask how would we want the tentacle to be prepared, tempura, yaki, and... (the other I didn’t catch). Other foods were also ok, despite a little high price.
Pirat KTPirat KT
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Great live squid sashimi! It was still moving and changing colour when it's served! Tempura for the rest of the squid was amazing too!! But go there early to avoid waiting. We went there 30 mins before the store open. But by the time it's open, there were about 50 ppl waiting at the door. Overall service was okay but I guess since there are still tons of ppl waiting, ppl tend to eat their meal very rush. So don't expect a relax long lunch there.
Lew LawLew Law
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A definite must when you come to Karatsu area. If you havent tried the live squid dish then you probably havent arrived in Karatsu. The squid will be served as sashimi first then after the sashimi is finished the rest of the squid will be made into tempura. Amazing views to accompany an amazing restaurant atmosphere. Ordering one portion is enough for 2 persons. There was a 20-30 minutes waiting time when I went.
Hattapark DejakaisayaHattapark Dejakaisaya
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子供の頃から呼子のイカはここと決まっていたので久々に本日(R6.6.8)に来店。 タッチパネルで順番を取り、75分待ちと書いてあったが60分掛からずで入れてラッキーだった。 時間になり番号を呼ばれたのでタブレットを持ったセミボブヘアでマスクをした年配の女性店員さんのところに行くと、無愛想な声と表情で「お待ちください」と。 「呼ばれたんですけど?」と返したら私達には無言。別客を座席に通されていた。 そこは「次にお席にご案内しますので、ここでお待ちください」の一言があればこちらもイラっとしなかったのにと思っていた。 座席に行く時に床にサンダルが持っていかれるほどの油でベッタベタになっていて、歩くたびにベリベリ、ベリベリと音が鳴っていた。 ここは以前厨房か何かがあったのか、増築された部分のような場所のテーブル席。 椅子を引こうとすると、床にくっついてなかなか上がらず、両手でしっかり持って持ち上げなきゃ上がらないほど、床の油汚れがすごかった。 オーダーはタッチパネルになっており、生き造の定食?(1人前3500円くらいのやつ)をオーダー。1人分が舟一艘イカ一杯分のイカの刺身の写真だったので、それが来ると思いきや、2人で1舟分(イカ一杯)だった。 シンプルに詐欺。 それだったら写真の下にでも米印で「※写真は2人前」と記載するべき。 最初の女性ではない、女性が食事を運んできてくださったがスムーズだったし良かった。 イカの刺身の残りを天ぷらにしていただけるのだが、それを聞きに来てくださるタイミング、バッチリ! 味は間違いない、美味しい。 イカシュウマイもとても美味しかったし、モズクも酸味が効きすぎて無くて良かった。 ゼリーも八朔?パール柑?かな?スッキリしてて良かった。 ごま塩でイカの刺身を食べるのが初めてだったけど美味しかった! 欲を言えば刺身醤油にニンニクのすりおろしが入ってると旨味爆上がりなので、ぜひトッピングで別にあったら良かったなぁ。 最後にお会計ボタンを押したら若い男性が伝票を持ってきてくださったが、「こちら伝票です」と言われ紙をスッと置いただけ。 確かにそれは伝票だけど「失礼いたします」とか「ありがとうございます」とか付け加える事は難しかったのかな?… バイト初日で緊張してたのだろうか… なんか…多忙なので色々省いているのだろうが、呼子ならではの人の温かみが無くて残念だった。 呼子じゃ1番有名で1番高級なのに、接客は3流以下。 味、美味しいのになぁ… 接客なんてどうでも良くて「有名」ってだけで行きたい人にしかオススメしない。 星の数は運んできてくださった女性のスタッフさんとお料理の美味しさの分。 マイナス3⭐︎は、初っ端の店員さん、床のベタベタ、伝票の男性店員さん。
あんのうんあんのうん
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It was indeed an experience and the food was excellent. Very friendly staffs although they do not converse much in English but they tried their best. Fortunately they do have English menu. We could really taste the freshness of the squid as it was still alive when served. Had the seabass sashimi as well. Wanted to try the lobster and urchin but were sold out.
Christopher YuenChristopher Yuen
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1744-17 Yobukocho Yobuko, Karatsu, Saga 847-0303, Japan
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attractions: Marinepal Yobuko, Kazenomieruoka Park, Former Nakao Residence (whaling museum), Onoe Park, restaurants: いか活き造り 漁火, いか道楽, Ikahonke, いか本家 いそ浜別館, 呼子台場 大漁鮮華, Amanatsukaachan, 百と十_vesper, いか活き造り ふじおか, Takaraya, Gensan

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