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About this place
Octopus, stir-fried vegetables, lotus-root dumplings, sashimi, fried chicken and rolled omelette: Kirishima-ya lends itself to a dinner built around several dishes chosen to suit your appetite. One diner’s record of an evening meal lists these choices, suggesting plenty to pick from, whether you want a small plate with a drink or something more substantial.
Menu listings include the sweet-potato shochu brands Kujira, Onibi and Sangaku, as well as rich plum wine, yuzu plum wine and green tea plum wine. Onibi is described as roasted-sweet-potato shochu, while Sangaku is noted for its mellow taste. Either could be worth considering alongside octopus or sashimi.
Visitors say the dishes can change from day to day, and that the fried rice and noodle dishes may vary too. One account describes ordering two fried rice dishes on the same day and receiving different versions. Rather than setting your heart on a particular item, you can see what is available and choose from that day’s offerings.
The atmosphere is described as relaxed, with the restaurant suited to both solo meals and groups. Reservations are possible. Payment is cash only, so check that this works for you before setting out.
