Skewers are popular across the globe, and they are of several varieties. But in Japan, they call their skewers the kushikatsu.
Kushikatsu is essentially deep-fried food on sticks, consisting of battered meat and vegetables. It’s irresistible and is all over Japan.
This Japanese food is dear to Hiroshima. The kushikatsu in this city often uses local seafood, as the place is near the Seto Inland Sea. Furthermore, apart from pairing it best together with Hiroshima’s okonomiyaki, the batter of their kushikatsu is lighter and crispier than that in Osaka, where the skewers are more popular. Find out where to eat the best kushikatsu in Hiroshima today.
1. Hiroshima Kushikatsu Waizu
First, you have Hiroshima Kushikatsu Waizu, a kushikatsu restaurant that will greet you with wooden sliding doors, black noren curtains, and red vinyl awnings that will give the impression it’s an izakaya. Inside is a very intimate space. Sometimes, they’d play J-pop songs to keep you happy while dining. It’s recommended that you order their set, which is complete with pork, beef, shrimp, white fish, and eggplant. Pair it with Sapporo beef if you like!
Price: From 2,000 yen
Hours: 5 PM-10:30 PM
Contact: +81 82-296-2294
Address: 3-4-14 Yokogawacho, Nishi-Ku, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
2. Kushi-ya Monogatari
Located within THE OUTLETS HIROSHIMA, Kushi-ya Monogatari is the perfect place to bring your family, as kushikatsu is also a kids’ favorite. This self-service eat-all-you-can restaurant lets you choose from various ingredients and cook them yourself. Aside from fresh kushikatsu, you enjoy a wide array of curry rice, salads, and desserts.
Price: From 1,500 yen
Hours: 6-10 PM
Contact: +81 82-554-5502
Address: NISHIKAZE DINER, 1F, THE OUTLETS HIROSHIMA, 4-1-1 Ishiuchihigashi, Saeki-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima, Japan
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3. Kushikatsu Tanaka Hiroshima
Experiencing kushikatsu at Kushikatsu Tanaka Hiroshima is very convenient since you really don’t need to visit the restaurant in person. They are accessible on platforms like Uber Eats. But, if you insist, for the sake of experiencing the traditional way to dine, they offer kushikatsu in various shapes. You may also pair kushikatsu with their other meals by ordering the banquet choices.
Price: From 2,000 yen
Hours: 4-11 PM (Monday to Friday), 12-11 PM (Saturday to Sunday)
Contact: +81 82-569-5300
Address: 9-1 Nakamachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima 730-0037, Japan
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4. Oden Kushikatsu no Mise Koron
This kushikatsu restaurant doesn’t only serve skewers but also has oden, a la carte dishes, sake, shōchū or Japanese spirits, and so much more. It is an intimate setting accessible from various nearby train stations. Kids are welcome to dine.
Price: From 2,000 yen
Hours: 5:30 PM-12 AM (closed on Sundays)
Contact: +81 82-567-6666
Address: 5-16 Enkobashi-cho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
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5. Kushi-no-bo
Another must-visit kushikatsu restaurant in Hiroshima is Kushi-no-bo. Though it is located at a market, TSUKIGASE, the façade and the interiors are sophisticated. Lighting is ample with lamps unlike restaurants that are too dim for you to see and enjoy your food. Perfect with friends or family.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-2 PM, 5-10 PM
Contact: +81 82-245-9300
Address: 7-4 Horikawacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima 730-0033, Japan
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6. Sennaritei
Though categorized as an izakaya restaurant on Google, Sennaritei serves some of the most incredible kushikatsu in Hiroshima. The choices on the menu are very affordable. For sure, you will have fun.
Price: From 1,700 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-1 PM, 5-11 PM (Tuesday and Friday), 5-11 PM (Monday and Saturday), 12 AM-1 PM, 5-11 PM (Thursday), closed on Sundays
Contact: +81 82-249-8700
Address: 1-7 Komachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima 730-0041, Japan (New Komachi Building, 1F)
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7. Yayoshi
Those who have dined here say their food tastes great, and the restaurant has a very nice atmosphere. You’ll crave more since the skewers are prepared right in front of you. Though you’ll see that the budget to enjoy the meals here starts at 5,000 yen, fried skewers are for as low as 250 yen each.
Price: From 5,000 yen
Hours: 6-10 PM (closed on Thursdays)
Contact: +81 90-4695-7988
Address: 5-19 Nagarekawacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima 730-0028, Japan (Casablanca Building, 4th Floor)
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Kushikatsu will remind you of your tempura, but the latter’s batter is made with water, then flour and eggs. On the other hand, kushikatsu uses stronger flour and breadcrumbs to make it crisp.
Hungry? Grab your kushikatsu soon in Hiroshima! You won’t regret it.
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