きくや at Go Shinjuku

きくや

Japanese street shops with signage and menu boards

Night scene of two adjacent shop fronts in Japan. Left building has yellow sign with Japanese characters, orange lantern hanging below. Right building features white sign with calligraphy-style Japanese text above a menu board displaying food items like grilled fish, rice bowls, and side dishes.

Restaurant exterior at night

Night view of a restaurant storefront with illuminated signage reading 'きぐや' (Kigu Ya) on the facade and awning. Vertical sign to the right displays Japanese characters. Hanging greenery frames the top. Below, menu boards display food items including grilled skewers, rice bowls, and drinks with prices in yen. Interior is partially visible through open entrance.

Omoide Yokocho Entrance

A street-level view of the Omoide Yokocho entrance, featuring a green illuminated sign with Japanese and English text. The storefront is adorned with cherry blossom decorations and hanging lanterns. Three individuals are walking near the entrance, including one in a black jacket standing prominently. To the left, there is a red menu board advertising food items like 'Wagyu Beef' and '350 yen'. The right side shows a wall covered in various stickers and advertisements.

Japanese Restaurant Exterior

A narrow, multi-story building housing a Japanese restaurant with illuminated signage reading 'きぐや' (Kigu Ya). The entrance features wooden doors and bamboo curtains. A menu board displays food items like grilled meat and rice bowls. Posters advertise fresh ingredients and promotions.

Japanese Restaurant Exterior

A traditional Japanese restaurant storefront with wooden slat walls and illuminated signage in Japanese characters. A menu board displays various dishes including grilled items, rice bowls, and drinks. Staff are visible inside the entrance area.

Japanese Restaurant Exterior

A traditional Japanese restaurant storefront with vertical wooden slats and hanging signs in Japanese characters. A red awning extends over the entrance, which is framed by bamboo curtains. Outside tables and stools are arranged on the sidewalk. A menu board stands to the left of the entrance.

Sashimi Platter with Condiments

A rectangular ceramic plate holds an assortment of sashimi, including slices of tuna and other fish, garnished with shredded daikon radish and a green leaf. A small section contains soy sauce, wasabi paste, and pickled red seaweed (nori). The dish is set on a wooden table.

Cabbage with Red Sauce

A metal plate containing a head of cabbage and a dollop of red sauce, likely gochujang or similar condiment, placed on a wooden table.

Japanese Food Spread with Yebisu Beer

A table setting featuring two breaded croquettes on a blue plate, a small bowl of dipping sauce, and skewers of grilled meat in a metal dish. A glass of beer and a bottle of Premium YEBISU are visible in the background.

Korean Side Dish with Cucumber

A white oval plate containing a serving of spicy red sauce-covered food, likely kimchi or similar Korean side dish, garnished with sesame seeds. Beside it are three slices of fresh cucumber on the same plate. The setting appears to be a wooden table in a restaurant.

Fried Food on Wooden Table

A plate of crispy fried food, possibly pork or chicken, served with a side of white sauce or mayonnaise. The dish is placed on a wooden table alongside chopsticks wrapped in paper with Japanese characters.

Crispy Croquettes with Sauce

A white rectangular plate holds two golden-brown, breaded croquettes resting on fresh lettuce leaves. The foreground croquette is drizzled with a glossy brown sauce.

Grilled Meat Skewers with Sauce and Mustard

A close-up photo of a metal plate containing several skewers of grilled meat, likely beef or pork, glistening with oil and sauce. A dollop of yellow mustard sits on the side. The background shows part of a table and another dish in the corner.

Bowl of Japanese-style stew with meat and onions

A close-up photo of a bowl containing a savory stew with chunks of meat, sliced onions, and broth. The bowl has a blue and white floral pattern. A dollop of yellow mustard or similar condiment sits on the rim.

Japanese Restaurant Table Setting

A wooden table with various dishes including skewered meat, potato salad topped with dried cherries, and cabbage wraps. A menu board in the background lists items like 'Japanese fare' and prices.

Sapporo Beer and Cabbage

A bottle of Sapporo Lager beer with a glass partially filled, placed next to a plate containing cabbage and a dollop of red sauce. The setting appears to be a casual dining area with posters and signs in the background.

Yakitori dish with menu in background

A plate of yakitori, possibly chicken and pork skewers mixed into a mound, topped with black sesame seeds and a dark garnish. In the background, there is a menu board with Japanese text and prices. A bottle of soy sauce is visible on the left side.

Japanese Dish with Tofu and Nori

A close-up of a Japanese dish served on a blue square plate, featuring shredded nori (seaweed), tofu cubes, and other ingredients like vegetables and possibly egg or sauce.

Japanese Appetizers

A close-up of two Japanese appetizer dishes on a wooden table. The foreground dish is a dark rectangular plate with thinly sliced beef and green onions, topped with shredded seaweed. Behind it is a white square plate holding a mound of raw fish salad (sashimi) garnished with red seaweed and green leaves. A menu stand is partially visible in the background.

Bowl of Soup with Scallions

A close-up shot of a bowl filled with soup, topped generously with sliced scallions and pieces of meat. The bowl has a blue and white patterned rim. In the background, there is another dish containing what appears to be cabbage and a red sauce, possibly kimchi or gochujang-based sauce. A stack of plates is visible on the left side.

Potato Wedges with Ketchup

A rectangular dark ceramic plate containing several golden-brown roasted potato wedges and a dollop of red ketchup on the left side, placed on a light wooden table surface.

Crispy Breaded Cutlet with Side Dishes

A close-up of two golden-brown breaded cutlets served on a white rectangular plate, garnished with lettuce leaves. In the background, there is a small bowl containing cabbage and red sauce, likely kimchi or gochujang-based condiment. Another dish with grilled vegetables is partially visible in the upper left corner.

Grilled Skewers on a Plate

A plate of grilled skewers, including pork and possibly beef or chicken, with a lemon wedge on the side.

Beer and Side Dish at Japanese Bar

A glass of beer with condensation sits on a wooden table next to a small bowl of pickled vegetables and cucumber slices. In the background, there are various signs and posters on the wall, including one with Japanese text and another featuring an illustration of a cow.

Grilled Meat Skewers on Metal Plate

A close-up photo of four skewers of grilled meat, likely beef or pork, arranged on a round metal plate. The meat appears well-cooked with some char marks and is glistening slightly. To the left side of the plate, there is a small portion of yellow condiment, possibly mustard or a similar sauce. The background shows a wooden table surface.

Grilled Meat Skewers with Sauce and Wasabi

A rectangular white plate holds four skewers of grilled meat, likely beef or pork, seasoned with visible spices. A small dollop of green wasabi sits in the corner alongside a shallow dish containing dark brown sauce. The skewers rest on wooden sticks, arranged diagonally across the plate.

Omoide Yokochō Night Street

Night view of Omoide Yokochō in Shinjuku, Tokyo. A narrow street lined with illuminated shop signs and lanterns. People walk along the brick-paved path. Visible signage includes 'Omoide Yokocho' (green sign above), vertical Japanese signs on buildings, and yellow caution cones near storefronts. No menus or clear interior views visible.

Fried Food with Sauce and Garnish

A plate of golden-brown fried food, likely tempura or onion rings, served on a rectangular white dish. Accompanying the main item is a small bowl of dark dipping sauce in a blue-patterned ceramic container, placed on a saucer. A dollop of minced garlic sits beside the fried pieces. In the background, there's a glimpse of another dish containing what appears to be lettuce leaves.

Japanese Meal Spread

A table setting featuring grilled eggplant with black sesame seeds, a dish topped with shredded scallions and crispy flakes, and a plate of cabbage and red sauce.

Cabbage with Sauce

A metal plate containing three pieces of raw cabbage and a dollop of reddish-brown sauce, likely kimchi or similar condiment, placed on a wooden table.

Japanese Restaurant Table Setting

A close-up view of a wooden dining table at a Japanese restaurant, featuring an open menu with handwritten-style text in Japanese and English, a small plate of shredded cabbage, chopsticks resting on a saucer, and another menu page visible above.

Crispy Fried Croquettes on Blue Plate

A close-up shot of four golden-brown, breaded croquettes served on a blue rectangular plate with a small garnish of lettuce underneath. The plate rests on a wooden table surface. In the background, there is a partially visible menu or price list and a dark bottle, likely beer. A hand holding a small bowl appears in the upper right corner.

Korean BBQ Menu Display

A close-up view of a printed menu featuring various Korean barbecue dishes, including Wagyu beef steak, beef tripe, pork stomach, and skewers. The menu is laid out on a wooden table with some food items visible in the background.

Potato Wedges with Ketchup

A close-up photo of a white rectangular plate containing golden-brown roasted potato wedges seasoned with black pepper and a dollop of red ketchup in the corner. The plate rests on a light wooden table surface.

Grilled Meat Skewers on a Metal Plate

A metal plate containing skewered grilled meat, including what appears to be pork belly and possibly offal or intestines, resting in a dark sauce on a wooden table.

Food and Drink on Table

A glass of green juice with a branded label sits next to a plate containing fried food and lettuce leaves, placed on a wooden table.

Japanese Bar Interior

Interior view of a Japanese bar or izakaya showing wooden hanging signs with Japanese characters, bottles of sake and condiments on the counter, staff in green uniforms preparing food behind the counter, and menus on the counter.

Fried Food Dish

A plate of golden-brown fried food, possibly tempura or fritters, served on a white rectangular dish with parchment paper underneath. Surrounding items include a small bowl with blue floral patterns, a metal tray holding a bread roll and sauce, and part of another cup visible in the background.

Cabbage with Red Sauce

A metal plate containing two halves of a cabbage and a dollop of red sauce, likely gochujang or similar condiment.

Japanese Izakaya Interior

A cozy, narrow Japanese izakaya with wooden interiors and shelves lined with bottles of alcohol. A staff member stands behind the counter, while a customer sits at the bar. The walls are adorned with menus, posters, and signs in Japanese characters.

Food on wooden table

A close-up shot of a small bowl containing red sauce and two cucumber slices, next to a plate with meat skewers and mustard.

Japanese Dining Table

A close-up view of a dark wooden table set with various Japanese dishes and drinks. In the foreground, there is a tall glass filled with ice water. To the right, a small bowl contains what appears to be eel (unagi) topped with shredded daikon radish and green onions in soy sauce. Behind it, skewers of grilled meat are served on a metal plate with a dipping sauce. A small dish with red chili flakes sits near the top edge. The setting suggests an intimate dining experience at a Japanese restaurant.

Sake Menu Board

A handwritten menu board featuring Japanese sake recommendations with prices and descriptions.

Sapporo Beer and Food at a Bar

A close-up of a glass of Sapporo lager beer next to its bottle, with a plate of food (likely fried items with sauce) in the background. The setting appears to be an indoor bar or restaurant with patrons seated at tables.

Interior of a Japanese-style restaurant or bar

The image shows the interior of a cozy, dimly lit establishment with wooden accents and industrial lighting. A large carved wooden sign hangs on a dark slatted wall to the left. To the right, there is a small table with condiments, a stool, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles in the background. Several handwritten signs and menus are mounted on the walls, including one listing items like 'white rice' and 'fried chicken'. The overall ambiance suggests a casual dining or drinking venue.

Japanese Restaurant Interior

Interior of a traditional Japanese restaurant with wooden decor, shelves filled with bottles, and staff preparing food behind the counter. Posters and advertisements are visible on the walls.

Cabbage and Sauce on Table

A half head of cabbage sits on a small metal plate next to a dollop of red sauce, likely gochujang or similar condiment. In the background, there is a menu board with Japanese text and images of bottles. A stack of white plates with chopsticks rests nearby. The foreground shows part of a drink menu labeled 'Drink Menu' with visible items like 'Draught Beer (Asahi Super Dry)' priced at ¥473.

Beer bottle and glass with Japanese text

A brown beer bottle labeled 'Hoppy' next to a glass filled with bubbly liquid, both placed on a wooden table. Background includes a menu board with Japanese characters.

Restaurant Interior

The photo shows the interior of a small, cozy restaurant with wooden tables and stools. The walls are adorned with various posters and notices in Japanese. There is an air conditioning unit mounted on the ceiling. A water dispenser is visible near the entrance area.

Grilled Skewers with Seasoning

Close-up of skewered food items on a wooden table. Foreground shows skewers topped with chili sauce, green onions, and sesame seeds. Background includes grilled sausages or similar skewers on a plate.

Okonomiyaki with toppings

Close-up of a Japanese okonomiyaki dish served in a metal bowl, topped with shredded nori (seaweed), chopped onions, and possibly mayonnaise or sauce.

Spicy Skewrs with Sauce

A close-up shot of skewers of meat, possibly ribs or pork, coated in a thick red sauce and garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. The skewers are arranged on a metal plate with some sauce pooling at the bottom.

Sake Bar Interior

Interior of a traditional Japanese sake bar with shelves displaying numerous bottles of sake and other beverages. A staff member in dark uniform stands near the counter, while customers sit at tables enjoying drinks. Posters and menus are visible on walls.

Japanese Appetizers and Sides

A close-up view of three small plates on a wooden table. The top left plate contains a shredded fish dish with garnish and soy sauce. The top right plate holds pickled vegetables including carrots, cucumber, and ginger. The bottom plate features grilled eel topped with green onions.

Sashimi-style Beef with Raw Egg Yolk

A close-up shot of a Japanese appetizer featuring thinly sliced, cooked beef arranged on a white rectangular plate. The meat is garnished with shredded daikon radish and a sprig of shiso leaf. A bright orange raw egg yolk sits in a small well at the bottom of the dish, surrounded by dark soy sauce. In the background, there is a side dish of green okara (soybean pulp) and another small bowl.