Asadachi at Go Shinjuku
Location: 1 Chome-2-14 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane
Asadachi is a long-standing regional cuisine restaurant tucked into Omoide Yokocho, the narrow lane of postwar eateries near Shinjuku Station.
Asadachi is a long-standing regional cuisine restaurant tucked into Omoide Yokocho, the narrow lane of postwar eateries near Shinjuku Station.
Asadachi is a long-standing regional cuisine restaurant tucked into Omoide Yokocho, the narrow lane of postwar eateries near Shinjuku Station's west exit. The name translates as "morning wood," reflecting its reputation as a stamina-boosting dining spot.The menu is famously unconventional, offering daily-changing seafood alongside delicacies such as frog, loach and snapping turtle, as well as horse meat dishes and oyster hotpots. Each dish is prepared with the belief that it builds vitality, drawing adventurous diners from across Tokyo. The counter-only space is intimate and atmospheric.
The restaurant is roughly 50 metres from Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station and a short walk from the main JR lines. Opening hours run from 13:00 to midnight, with last orders at 23:30, and it closes on alternate Mondays.
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Based on 76 Google reviews
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Positive Reviews
Reviewer YO
The chef's skills are top-notch, and I think this is the most delicious restaurant in Omoide Yokocho.
Reviewer TT
Even within Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho, this renowned restaurant specializing in energy dishes has a particularly deep atmosphere.
Reviewer TM
April 14, 2024. On this day, my wife and I went out to Tokyo.
Reviewer NN
I've been going to this restaurant for over 20 years, but since I got married and now commute via Shinjuku, I haven't been able to go there often. This time, the timing finally worked out!
Reviewer S
This is a legendary restaurant that Egashira 2:50 visited. The owner's warm service was also excellent. It seems that they often don't have the Gold option, so if you can order it, we recommend doing so without hesitation.
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Asadachi
Street with lanterns and shop entrances
A row of shop fronts lined with hanging lanterns, some yellow and one red, under cherry blossoms. A 'NO PICTURE PLEASE' sign is visible on the left door.
Traditional Japanese Shop Entrance
A narrow alleyway with traditional lanterns hanging above, leading to a shop entrance with glass doors and signage. A red signboard displays '朝起' (Asaoki) with additional text in smaller characters. The shop has a dark awning and visible interior elements through the glass.
Japanese Shop Entrance with Signage and Decorations
A narrow street scene featuring a traditional Japanese shop entrance adorned with autumn decorations, including orange leaves hanging above the doorway. A red signboard outside advertises '朝起' (Asakiko) with additional text in Japanese characters. Inside, shelves display various items, and a bicycle is parked nearby. The building has wooden walls and metal fixtures, contributing to its rustic charm.
Sliced Meat with Microgreens
A white plate holds thinly sliced raw meat, likely beef or pork, arranged in a circular pattern. The meat is garnished with fresh microgreens and thin white strands, possibly shirataki noodles or similar garnish. The dish sits on a wooden table surface.
Sashimi Platter with Ginger and Shiso Leaf
A rectangular white plate holds six pieces of sashimi, each cut into a diamond pattern. The fish appears to be tuna or similar, arranged neatly on a bed of green shiso leaves. A small mound of pickled ginger sits at the bottom right corner. The background shows part of another dish in a red tray.
Japanese Restaurant Interior Display
Interior view of a Japanese restaurant showing shelves with stacked plates, bowls, and glassware. Handwritten signs in Japanese hang above the shelves, likely indicating menu items or prices. A large calligraphy banner is displayed at the top. No exterior storefront signage visible.
Sashimi Bowl with Garnish
A black bowl containing a small serving of sashimi, likely salmon or similar fish, topped with shredded daikon radish and microgreens, placed on a wooden table.
Fried Insects on a Plate
A close-up photo of several fried insects, likely crickets or grasshoppers, arranged in a small, speckled ceramic bowl. The insects are dark brown and appear crispy, with visible legs and wings. The bowl rests on a wooden surface.
Sashimi and Salad Bowl
A table setting featuring a black bowl of salad with greens, onions, and dressing, alongside a white rectangular plate holding slices of sashimi fish on a green leaf garnish. Chopsticks rest in the background near a dark container.
Iced Drink and Greens on Wooden Table
A glass of iced water with ice cubes sits in the foreground on a wooden table. Behind it is a plate of fresh green leafy vegetables, possibly bok choy or similar greens. Another empty glass is visible in the background to the right. The setting appears casual, likely inside a restaurant or eatery.
Asa Dachi Sign
A red illuminated sign with Japanese text, featuring the words 'Asa' and 'Dachi', along with other characters indicating a specialty or menu item.
Hot Pot Meal
A close-up of a hot pot with turtle meat and broth, surrounded by side dishes like enoki mushrooms and greens on a wooden table.
Sauced Meat with Microgreens and Lemon Slices
A close-up of a plated dish featuring two pieces of breaded meat covered in a glossy brown sauce, garnished with fresh microgreens and lemon slices on the side.
Sapporo Beer and Side Dishes at a Japanese Bar
A close-up of a Sapporo Black Label beer bottle next to a glass of beer, a small bowl of pickled vegetables with cucumber slices, and another drink in the background. A menu board with handwritten Japanese text is visible behind the items.
Grilled Frog with Lemon and Shiso Leaf
A close-up of a grilled frog served on a rectangular white plate, garnished with a slice of lemon and a green shiso leaf. The frog is cooked to a golden-brown color with visible grill marks. In the background, there is a small bowl containing a dark sauce or broth.
Sliced Meat in Broth with Scallions
A white bowl containing thinly sliced raw or lightly cooked meat submerged in a reddish-orange broth, garnished with sliced scallions and possibly ginger.
Sashimi Platter with Ginger and Microgreens
A close-up of a dark square ceramic bowl containing raw beef sashimi slices, garnished with minced ginger and delicate microgreen sprigs. The dish is set on a wooden table surface, with part of a knife visible in the background.
Drinks at a bar or restaurant
A close-up shot of two glasses filled with a light-colored liquid, possibly beer or cider, on a wooden table. A hand is holding one glass in the foreground. In the background, there's a bottle and part of a menu board visible.
Sashimi Platter with Ginger and Wasabi
A rectangular white plate holds an assortment of sashimi, including slices of raw fish (likely tuna or similar), garnished with green shiso leaves and thin strips of daikon radish. A small portion of pickled ginger and wasabi paste is placed on the side. Chopsticks rest at the top left corner.
Sapporo Beer and Raw Beef Dish
A plate of thinly sliced raw beef garnished with microgreens sits on a wooden table next to a small bowl containing a light-colored sauce or broth. In the background, a bottle of Sapporo Black Label beer is visible.
Hand holding a metal cup with Japanese text
A close-up of a hand holding a metallic cup with Japanese characters and the word 'レモン' (lemon) visible on it. The cup contains a clear liquid, possibly water or lemonade. In the background, another similar cup is partially visible, along with a wooden table surface.
Grilled Skewers with Microgreens
A plate of grilled skewers, likely squid or similar seafood, garnished with microgreens and drizzled with sauce.
Grilled Squid Skewers with Microgreens
A white plate holds four skewers of grilled squid, glistening with sauce and garnished with fresh microgreens, set on a wooden table.
Dining Table with Food and Drink
A table setting featuring a bottle of Kirin Lager, two glasses of beer, a bowl of soup with meat, a plate of gyoza (Japanese dumplings), chopsticks, and a yellow menu board in the background.
Bowl of Fried Insects
A close-up shot shows a small, speckled ceramic bowl filled with dark brown fried insects, likely crickets or similar arachnids, glistening with oil.
Japanese Signboard with Text
A red signboard with white and black Japanese text, featuring the words '珍品' (treasure), 'スタミナ' (stamina), '料理' (dishes), '朝起' (morning rise), 'あさ' (morning), 'だち' (start), and '2階もあります' (also on the second floor). The sign is placed outside a building, likely indicating a shop or restaurant offering stamina-boosting dishes available upstairs.
Fish Soup with Meat and Vegetables
A black pot filled with a clear broth containing pieces of fish, meat, and vegetables, placed on a wooden table in what appears to be a kitchen or dining area.
Soy Glazed Squid with Microgreens
A white plate holds skewered squid pieces glazed in dark soy sauce, garnished with fresh microgreens and bean sprouts.
Squid Salad with Microgreens
A plate of raw squid pieces, likely sashimi or ceviche style, garnished with fresh microgreens and drizzled with oil.
Raw Meat and Fish Platter
A rectangular white plate holds an assortment of raw ingredients, likely for a hot pot or sashimi-style meal. On the left, there is a bed of green shiso leaves topped with dark reddish-brown liver pieces. Below that are chunks of deep red beef. To the right, there are slices of pale pink pork belly with visible fat layers, a mound of white fish flesh (possibly shrimp or squid), and several thin strips of darker meat or organ. The arrangement suggests a Japanese-style appetizer platter.
Sake and Pickle Bowl
A glass of ice water sits on a wooden table next to a small heart-shaped bowl containing pickled ginger and green chili slices. In the background, there is a ceramic sake bottle and other items on the table.
Grilled Meat with Sauce and Microgreens
A close-up of a grilled meat dish served on a dark rectangular plate, garnished with microgreens and lemon wedges.
Sashimi with Microgreens
A small white flower-shaped bowl containing slices of pale pink sashimi, likely salmon or tuna, garnished with fresh microgreens and bean sprouts. The dish is placed on a wooden table next to chopsticks and another small brown bowl.
Sliced Meat with Egg and Scallions in Sauce
A close-up of a dish featuring thinly sliced pink meat, likely pork or ham, topped with a raw egg yolk and surrounded by chopped scallions, all swimming in a glossy brown sauce on a white plate.
Japanese Restaurant Interior with Menu Boards and Dishes
The image shows the interior of a Japanese restaurant, focusing on shelves displaying stacks of white plates and bowls. Above the shelves, there are several pieces of paper with handwritten Japanese text, likely listing menu items or prices. The lighting is warm, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Sashimi Bowl with Raw Egg Yolk
A close-up of a white bowl containing sashimi-style raw fish slices, likely salmon or tuna, topped with a vibrant orange raw egg yolk and garnished with thinly sliced green onions and possibly pickled ginger. The dish is drizzled with a dark soy-based sauce.
Sapporo Beer Bottle and Glass
A bottle of Sapporo Black Label beer with a glass partially filled, placed on a wooden table in what appears to be a casual dining setting.
Handwritten Menu List
A close-up of a handwritten menu list attached to a shop, featuring various food items written in Japanese calligraphy.
Grilled Squid with Soy Sauce and Microgreens
A plate of grilled squid skewers glazed in dark soy sauce, garnished with fresh microgreens and thin white strips, served on a speckled white ceramic dish.
Egg and Meat Dish with Scallions
A close-up of a dish featuring sliced meat, likely pork or beef, topped with a raw egg yolk, chopped scallions, and shredded vegetables in a savory sauce.
Sliced Beef with Microgreens
A white plate holds thinly sliced raw beef garnished with fresh microgreens and thin white vegetable strips, likely part of a Japanese or Korean dining setting.
Sauced Meat with Microgreens
A rectangular white plate holds a piece of glazed meat, possibly pork or beef, resting in a glossy brown sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh microgreen sprouts and thin slivers of onion or garlic. A dark background suggests an indoor dining setting.
Sashimi and Raw Beef Dish
A close-up of two plates of raw beef sashimi on a wooden table, one topped with an egg yolk and shredded vegetables, the other garnished with microgreens. A small bowl of soy sauce and wasabi is visible in the background.
Grilled Chicken Wings with Microgreens
A close-up shot of grilled chicken wings on a dark rectangular plate, garnished with fresh microgreens and drizzled with sauce.
Street-side food stand display
A red Sapporo crate holds a plastic water bottle next to a sign advertising 'Asakura' (morning rice) and 'Asa Dachi'. A smaller hanging tag mentions '2nd floor also available.' The scene includes a covered object, metal door, and pavement.
Sashimi Platter with Fish and Meat
A close-up of a black plate containing an assortment of sashimi, including slices of raw fish with visible skin, chunks of red meat on greens, orange-colored seafood pieces, and dollops of wasabi and ginger.
Sashimi with Soy Sauce and Soup
A plate of sashimi garnished with microgreens, accompanied by a small bowl of soy sauce and another bowl containing soup.
Handwritten Menu Board at Night
A close-up of two white paper signs with handwritten Japanese text, likely a menu or price list hanging outside a shop at night. The lighting is dim, emphasizing the illuminated signs against the dark background.
Sapporo Beer and Food
A close-up shot of a glass of Sapporo beer next to a bottle of the same brand, with a small bowl containing what appears to be tofu topped with shredded ingredients and soy sauce.
Japanese Izakaya Table Setting
A close-up view of a wooden table in a Japanese izakaya or casual restaurant, featuring skewers of grilled meat (yakitori), small bowls of side dishes like gyoza and pickled items, two large glass mugs filled with beer (one labeled 'Koban'), condiment bottles, and menus pinned to the wall in the background.
Sushi and Soup Dishes on Wooden Table
A close-up view of two dishes on a wooden table. On the left, a white heart-shaped bowl contains sashimi with microgreens and a yellow sauce. To the right, a black rectangular plate holds a soup with a piece of meat and lemon slices.
Sashimi with Raw Egg Yolk
A plate of sashimi featuring thinly sliced raw fish, likely tuna or similar, topped with a vibrant orange raw egg yolk and garnished with sliced green onions. The dish is drizzled with a light sauce, possibly soy-based or sesame oil.
Yakitori and Beer at a Japanese Restaurant
A close-up shot of skewered grilled meats (yakitori) on wooden sticks arranged on a white rectangular plate, placed next to a glass mug filled with beer. In the background, there is a handwritten menu board listing various food items with prices in yen.
Sashimi Platter with Ginger and Wasabi
A rectangular white plate holds an assortment of raw fish slices, likely sashimi, arranged on green shiso leaves. The fish includes pinkish-white cuts and translucent strips resembling eel or squid. Two dollops of wasabi (green) and ginger (yellow-green) are placed at the bottom left corner. Chopsticks rest diagonally in the top left. The background is a dark wooden table surface.
Dining Table with Water and Side Dish
A close-up of a wooden dining table featuring a large cup of water, a small bowl of pickled items (possibly ginger or similar), chopsticks wrapped in paper, and condiments including soy sauce and vinegar bottles. A white container is partially visible on the left.
Ramen Shop Interior
Interior view of a traditional ramen shop with wooden counter, stacked bowls, chopsticks, and condiments. Staff visible through glass door. Menu boards hanging above counter display handwritten prices and items.
Sashimi and Menu Board in Japanese Restaurant
A small bowl of sashimi with cucumber garnish sits on a wooden table, beneath a menu board listing various drinks like sake, beer, and cocktails.
Bowl of Fried Crickets
A small, speckled ceramic bowl filled with dark brown fried crickets sits on a wooden table surface.
Interior of a traditional Japanese shop
The image shows the interior of what appears to be a small, traditional Japanese shop or restaurant. Shelves are filled with various items including plates, bowls, jars containing preserved foods, and bottles of beverages. Above the shelves, there are numerous pieces of paper with handwritten text in Japanese characters, likely serving as menus or price lists. The setting has a rustic and cozy atmosphere.
Japanese Food Platter with Beer
A close-up of a meal featuring sashimi-style fish slices on green leaves, accompanied by pickled ginger and wasabi, alongside a bowl of shredded vegetables in sauce, all set on a wooden table next to a glass of beer.
Omoide Yokocho Alleyway
A narrow alleyway in Omoide Yokocho, Tokyo, lined with shops and vending machines. Decorated with cherry blossom branches and hanging lanterns. Signage includes 'Omoide Yokocho' and various Japanese text on vertical banners.
Restaurant Interior with Menu Boards and Utensils
The image shows the interior of a restaurant or small eatery, focusing on shelves filled with stacked plates, bowls, glassware, and jars of preserved food. A person in blue attire is partially visible on the left. Above the shelves, there are several hanging paper signs with Japanese calligraphy, likely serving as menus or informational notices. The setting appears cozy and traditional.
Grilled Green Peas and Salad at Japanese Restaurant
A close-up of a wooden table set with grilled green peas on a white rectangular plate, garnished with salt. A black square dish contains sliced onions and greens in sauce. Surrounding items include small dark ceramic bowls, a metal cup labeled 'レモン' (lemon), a glass with liquid residue, and a napkin. The setting suggests an intimate dining experience.
Beer Menu Board at Japanese Restaurant
A close-up view of a wooden menu board displaying various beer options with prices in yen, placed on a table next to a glass and small dish.
Grilled Eel with Lemon and Shiso
A plate of grilled eel legs served on a dark rectangular dish, garnished with a slice of lemon and a leaf of shiso. A metal bowl is visible in the background, along with a small box labeled 'SENTIA' containing Japanese text.
Japanese Restaurant Interior Signage
Close-up of hanging paper signs with handwritten Japanese text, likely menu items or descriptions, displayed above a shelf containing bowls and containers in a dimly lit restaurant interior.
Japanese Drink Menu Board
A handwritten-style menu board listing various Japanese alcoholic beverages, including sake, beer, and other drinks with prices in yen.
Hot Pot Meal
A close-up of a hot pot with broth, meat pieces, and vegetables simmering in a portable stove. A person's hand is visible near the edge of the table, holding chopsticks. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment.
Japanese Izakaya Interior
A cluttered, cozy Japanese izakaya interior with hanging handwritten signs and menus above the counter. Shelves hold glassware, bottles, and kitchen tools. A wooden counter holds a blue tray with papers and a small fan.
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