
Surrounded by the sea and blessed with fresh seafood, Japan has created a wide variety of seafood gourmet dishes. When traveling across the country, be sure to visit the local spots and indulge in the regional delicacies that can only be found there. Here, we introduce the popular seafood gourmet ranking across Japan, as selected by "Tabiiro" readers.
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日本料理 松江 和らく
Shimane
Shimane
日本料理 松江 和らく
A celebrated Japanese restaurant in Matsue City, renowned for showcasing seasonal ingredients sourced from across the San'in region. A large on-site tank holds a rotating selection of fresh seafood landed locally throughout the year, prepared à la minute for an exceptional dining experience. The rare opportunity to savor live crab year-round—ranging from lively snow crab to wintertime Matsuba crab—sets this establishment apart. Another highlight is the popular "Shinjiko Shitchin Seiromeshi", a signature steamed rice dish featuring all seven famed delicacies of Lake Shinji. Conveniently located near JR Matsue Station, the restaurant maintains an approachable ambiance despite its refined setting, attracting both locals and travelers seeking an authentic taste of Matsue.
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ふく処 快
Yamaguchi
Yamaguchi
ふく処 快
Located in Tokuyama, the birthplace of longline fishing, "Fukudokoro Kai" offers an authentic fugu (pufferfish) dining experience. This modern-style fugu restaurant is nestled near the port, slightly away from the city center. The dining space provides a comfortable, semi-private atmosphere where guests can enjoy fresh, high-quality ingredients served in robust Imashiro ware bowls under soft lighting. The restaurant also boasts a wide selection of Japanese sake, including "Kai," crafted specifically for fugu hire-zake (grilled pufferfish fin-infused sake), as well as shochu and plum wine—allowing diners to fully immerse themselves in a "Ko-fuku (happiness-filled)" experience. Signature dishes include "Fugu no Sumibi Yaki" marinated in a special sauce, and hearty fugu dishes are available year-round.
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COLORI
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
COLORI
A store located within walking distance from the Hiroshima Electric Railway Chuden-mae stop. During lunchtime, the restaurant offers poke bowls, set meals, and pizza toast at reasonable prices. A popular choice is the "poke bowl," available in a wide variety of flavors, from classic Hawaiian to Korean yukhoe and spicy options. At night, it transforms into a pub. They offer "gansu," a local dish of minced fish mixed with onions and chili peppers and deep-fried, "four kinds of seafood assortment," including cute octopus, and "three kinds of chicken fillet" topped with wasabi and plum perilla. You can enjoy hearty kushikatsu. There is also an all-you-can-drink menu, perfect for banquets and after-parties. Takeout is available both day and night.
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肆一饗
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
肆一饗
Located in Yagenbori, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, this izakaya is like a hideaway for adults and has a private space with a sunken kotatsu. Dishes are characterized by using ingredients purchased directly from producers, ranging from dishes using fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, such as "assorted sashimi," "conger eel tempura," and "deep-fried local octopus." They have a wide selection of delicacies from the mountains and seas, including Hiroshima soul food such as homemade gansu and white meat tempura. One of the attractions is the extensive lineup of Japanese sake, with around 40 types always available, including local sake from Hiroshima and famous sake from all over the country. As the name suggests, this is a restaurant that will make your wishes come true, and you will want to get drunk to your heart's content.
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十升 流川通店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
十升 流川通店
Located about a 7-minute walk from the Hiroshima Electric Railway Komachi tram stop, this izakaya focuses on local production and consumption, offering local ingredients and seasonal sake at reasonable prices. The welcoming atmosphere makes it comfortable for both solo diners and groups of any gender. The menu features Hiroshima soul food including locally caught oysters, fresh sashimi, "homemade gansu," and "senjigara." They also offer various à la carte dishes such as flavorful conger eel sashimi, liver dishes, and the popular off-menu "Hormone Gyoza," as well as course meals showcasing Hiroshima specialties. Being open 24 hours, it's perfect even for daytime drinking while sightseeing.
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十升 薬研堀店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
十升 薬研堀店
A popular izakaya featuring Hiroshima ingredients and seasonal local sake. Known as an "accessible neighborhood restaurant," it attracts both locals and visitors from outside the prefecture who come to enjoy Hiroshima specialties like oysters and seasonal handmade dishes. They emphasize local sourcing, offering fresh locally-caught sashimi and dishes made with Hiroshima brand chicken. The diverse menu includes "shrimp shumai" steamed to order, "kamatama meatballs" with a fluffy texture served with egg, and "sesame-flavored amberjack sashimi." Their extensive drink menu features both local Hiroshima sake and selections from across Japan that pair perfectly with the food.
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猿々楽々 えびす通り店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
猿々楽々 えびす通り店
"Enengakugaku Ebisu" is located in the Ebisu Street shopping arcade. It is in the Nagarekawa area of Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, known as the Chugoku region's most bustling downtown area. Based on a unique menu of Hiroshima specialty cuisine, the restaurant offers high-quality meals that are reasonably priced yet defy the common sense of all-you-can-eat and drink. Enjoy unlimited amounts of gourmet dishes that capture the soul of Hiroshima, such as "Kaki Cancan-yaki", oysters steamed in a can over an open flame, a traditional fisherman's dish, "Hiroshima specialty Gansu", a fried fish cake, and "Kokusan-gyu Corne Aburi (lightly seared domestic beef corne)", which has been popular since the restaurant opened. The restaurant also caters to large groups, offering private rooms for banquets, girls’ nights, and other gatherings.
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牡蠣と肉の店-IPPO-薬研堀店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
牡蠣と肉の店-IPPO-薬研堀店
Located in the lively Nagarekawa entertainment district of Hiroshima City, this izakaya serves a wide range of oyster dishes made with fresh oysters landed in Hiroshima Bay, available year-round. A standout favorite is the yakiton, prepared exclusively with morning-ground Seto Momiji pork, a branded variety from Hiroshima Prefecture. Other local specialties, such as beef koune (a rare wagyu cut from the shoulder) boldly grilled over binchotan charcoal, pair well with a selection of sake brewed by local producers as well as notable labels from across Japan. The energetic interior, popular with both after-work locals and visitors, offers counter seating, tables, and private sunken-floor rooms, making it well-suited for everything from solo dining to group gatherings.
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八昌 流川店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
八昌 流川店
"Hassho", located in Nagarekawa, Hiroshima City, has been in business for over 30 years. In addition to okonomiyaki such as "Special" okonomiyaki with plenty of meat and eggs, and "Special Soba Negikake" with freshly boiled noodles topped with plenty of spring onions, the restaurant also offers a wide variety of a la carte dishes and teppanyaki. The recommended dish is "Nikomi" (stew), a collagen-rich specialty made by slowly simmering a blend of three types of house-selected meat until tender. This popular item is a major draw, with many diners visiting specifically for it. "Tonpeiyaki" is also highly rated, with a perfect balance of spring onions, soft-boiled eggs, and pork. The restaurant has teppanyaki seats, counter seats, and table seats.
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鮨・串揚・葡萄酒 貴心
Yamaguchi
Yamaguchi
鮨・串揚・葡萄酒 貴心
Situated about a 12-minute walk from JR Yudaonsen Station, this Japanese restaurant specializes in sushi and seasonal dishes made from the finest ingredients. The head chef's imaginative approach and refined skills are evident in the omakase courses. Diners can enjoy the culinary artistry at the sunken kotatsu counter while engaging in conversations with the chef. The serene atmosphere, complemented by Arita porcelain tableware, enhances the dining experience. The restaurant also offers a diverse selection of sake handpicked by the chef to perfectly pair with the dishes.
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本陣いろは別邸
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
本陣いろは別邸
A Japanese restaurant that requires reservations and is limited to a maximum of two groups per day, located about a 6-minute walk from the Hiroshima Electric Railway Komachi stop. They purchase ingredients only after receiving a reservation and always provide fresh ingredients. In addition to the standard main dishes such as eel, crab, sukiyaki, and hot pot, they also take requests into account and customize the course contents to suit your tastes, which is why it is popular. The head chef, who has over 30 years of experience in Japanese cuisine, has a reliable skill that brings out the best in ingredients, even when it comes to how they are cut and can accommodate a wide range of Japanese cuisine requests. Enjoy the exceptional cuisine prepared by Japanese culinary craftsmen.
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猿々楽々 大手町店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
猿々楽々 大手町店
"Enengakugaku Otemachi" is approximately a 5-minute walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima is also within walking distance, making it the perfect place for a get-together after a game. The high-quality menu, which defies the common sense of all-you-can-eat and drink, is sure to get the conversation flowing. In addition to a wide variety of Hiroshima specialties, including the "Kokusan-gyu Corne Aburi (lightly seared domestic beef corne)" which has been the most popular dish since the restaurant opened. "Kaki Cancan-yaki", oysters steamed in a can over an open flame, is a hearty optional dish worth adding. For those who wish to enjoy their meal without watching the clock, the restaurant also offers an unlimited time plan - a thoughtful touch for a relaxed dining experience.
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牡蠣と海鮮酒場 うみいち 流川店
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
牡蠣と海鮮酒場 うみいち 流川店
Located in the center of "Nagaregawa", the largest downtown area in the Chugoku region, this izakaya serves fresh oysters sourced from Hiroshima's fisheries and other Hiroshima delicacies. They also have a wide selection of Hiroshima-style sake, including "Kamotsuru" and "Ugo no Tsuki". In addition to fresh seafood such as grilled oysters, which have a fragrant flavor when grilled, raw oysters that are only available seasonally, and assorted sashimi, they also have a wide selection of local delicacies such as Hiroshima gansu and kou-ne, a rare cut of beef. The spacious restaurant has tables and sunken kotatsu seats, making it easy to use even for large groups.
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牡蠣と肉 のらりくらり
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
牡蠣と肉 のらりくらり
Located near JR Hiroshima Station, this izakaya offers a range of local favorites, from fresh Hiroshima oysters to standout dishes such as wagyu koune and motsunabe. For visitors, it serves as a memorable taste of the city during their travels, while locals and after-work diners appreciate it as a place for an elevated yet familiar meal.
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居酒屋つながり
Hiroshima
Hiroshima
居酒屋つながり
"Tsunagari, Izakaya," located a 5-minute walk from the south Exit of JR Hiroshima Station, is a restaurant that prides itself on serving dishes made with fresh seafood and vegetables from the Setouchi region, carefully selected by the owner himself. The menu includes Hiroshima's specialty oysters, which can be enjoyed in various ways, including steamed in sake or grilled in butter, known for their rich flavor and firm texture. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of local Hiroshima sake and suggests food pairings. With a relaxed atmosphere and 19 seats in total, it is a popular choice for business travelers, tourists, locals, and those heading home from work. It is a place to unwind with delicious food and drinks.
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