We went to this Japanese restaurant with the promise of catching our own fish. As we walked into the place, we thought, "Hey, this looks nice!" Little did we know, it was a tourist trap of epic proportions. They charge you a fee per person just to fish, which is like paying to do their job for them. And if that wasn't enough, they have the audacity to demand an 800 yen appetizer that's about as necessary as a snorkel in a desert.

Let's talk about the prices. They're about as friendly as a shark with a toothache. Five thousand yen for one seabream? I could buy a small yacht for that price. And don't get me started on the service. The waiters and staff seem to have perfected the art of looking miserable, especially when they see a Westerner walking in. It's like they have a secret competition for who can provide the worst service possible. Congratulations, guys, you win. Worst service I had in Japan on my 3 week trip.

Oh, and did I mention that communication is about as smooth as trying to swim with concrete flippers? I tried to ask for help because I couldn't figure out how to order through the QR code they provided (pretty hard if your restaurant has no customer wifi), and three times a waiter gave me a dismissive shrug, as if I was speaking a foreign language... oh wait, I was. Apparently, they missed the memo that English exists.

After enduring the frustration of catching and eating one fish, I couldn't take it anymore. I left this place and sought refuge in a nearby McDonald's. And let me tell you, that greasy haven felt like a five-star restaurant compared to this sorry excuse for a dining experience.

In conclusion, if you're looking for a fun fishing attraction, this place might be fun. But if you're actually interested in enjoying a good meal, I suggest you to go somewhere else. Oh, and a little note for the staff: if you happen to read this, please enroll in a 101 course in politeness. It might just prevent future customers from drowning in disappointment.

Ps: Shinsekai and the area around Shin-Imamiya are one shady looking neigbourhood with weird people that look as if they might try to rob you, the restaurant and their staff reflect this attitude.