
Ehime
Located within a 5-minute walk from Yuge Port, the gateway to the sea, this sushi izakaya is a popular stop for many regulars, including local yachtsmen. Known for fresh fish nigiri and the signature "Oboro Sushi" prepared by the owner trained in Kyoto, it stays busy with guests at lunch, dinner gatherings, and local drinking parties. Takeaway sushi and catering services are also offered.
If you want to casually enjoy local fish with some drinks, we recommend visiting a local izakaya. It’s the perfect place to have fun with friends. You can savor a variety of dishes such as shuto and shiokara (traditional sake accompaniments), local fish, transparent squid sashimi, grilled crab shell, and seafood bowls topped with generous amounts of salmon roe and sea urchin. Asking the staff or local patrons for recommendations on regional seafood specialties will make your trip even more memorable.
居酒屋 一進丸 道後店
This izakaya is situated in the "Dogo Shopping Arcade," linking the Iyo Railway Dogo Onsen stop to the Dogo Onsen Main Building. Drawing on the expertise of his family's fishmongering business, this renowned supplier offers fresh seafood from the Setouchi region, landed at Mitsu Port in Ehime Prefecture, at affordable prices. The expertly prepared and served fish dishes are exceptionally delightful, even pleasing the discerning local palate. Highly rated is the local specialty "Tai Meshi (Seabream mixed rice)", offering a variety of flavours. Diners can also savour dishes and drinks crafted with locally sourced ingredients, including fragrantly grilled sea bream, "Himekko Jidori", "Amatoro Pork", and "Iyo Beef".
割烹料理店一騎
A Japanese cuisine restaurant with over 30 years of history, located about a 2-minute walk from Yawatahama Shinmachi Shopping District. Fresh seasonal seafood, sourced directly from Yawatahama Fish Market—one of the largest in western Japan—is expertly prepared to highlight its natural flavors. The cooking method varies depending on the type of fish and the season, ensuring the best possible taste. The drink selection includes sake from "Chiyo no Kame Sake Brewery" in Ehime, along with shochu, beer, and wine. The restaurant features both counter seating and private tatami rooms with sunken kotatsu-style seating, making it an excellent choice for intimate gatherings. Catering for celebrations and memorial services is also available upon request, with options tailored to different budgets.
寿司居酒屋ととや
Located within a 5-minute walk from Yuge Port, the gateway to the sea, this sushi izakaya is a popular stop for many regulars, including local yachtsmen. Known for fresh fish nigiri and the signature "Oboro Sushi" prepared by the owner trained in Kyoto, it stays busy with guests at lunch, dinner gatherings, and local drinking parties. Takeaway sushi and catering services are also offered.