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Check out the backstreets around Naitomachi Station. There are some tiny, unassuming izakayas tucked away that aren't in any guidebooks. Look for places with handwritten menus and a few locals hanging out, that's usually a good sign. You'll probably find better yakitori there than in the flashier joints, and the prices will be way more reasonable. Also, wander towards the residential areas nearby; you might stumble upon a craft beer bar, sometimes they're just small shops with a few taps and a friendly owner. Don't be afraid to just walk around and see what catches your eye; that's half the fun of exploring a new neighborhood. Good luck with your hunt!
That's awesome advice! Thanks so much. I love finding those hidden little places, way better than the tourist traps. Handwritten menus are definitely a good indicator. I'll definitely try wandering further than just the station area. Sounds like a fun evening of exploration is in order. Appreciate the tips!
Where can I find crispy, pan-fried bacon similar to a certain international style?
if u have a costco membership the kirkland thick cut is the move, 4 packs of 500g for around 2500 yen and it crisps up proper in a cold pan. for smaller runs, precce in azabudai hills & the basement at isetan shinjuku both carry imported US & danish brands in the chilled case, just read the label for "thick cut" or "smoked" and not "loin". also worth knowing japanese bacon is often wet-cured so pat it dry before frying or it steams instead of crisping
kaldi coffee farm is hit or miss but their smoked bacon from denmark shows up pretty regular, the 200g pack runs about 600 yen. what actually works better for me is asking the butcher counter at peacock or life to slice the block bacon thick, like 5mm, they do it for free and it crisps way better than the pre-packed stuff. also fwiw cheap bacon crisps faster, the fatty supermarket kind at 300 yen a pack works fine if u cook it from cold in a dry pan and pour off the fat as it renders.
tbh the gyomu super store brand bacon is surprisingly decent for crisping up, its not thick cut but if you cook it low and slow it gets pretty crunchy. the key is the dry cure vs wet cure thing, wet cure steams. also check hanamasa if you have one nearby, they sell big packs of american style bacon thats actually smoked and firm.
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