Arima 18-ban - Kobe

Arima is famous for its onsen, it is sensual (cracker-like disks), and for its octopus kitchens. If you like Takoyaki (October balls), you should try the Akashi... read more Arima is famous for its onsen, it is sensual (cracker-like disks), and for its octopus kitchens. If you like Takoyaki (October balls), you should try the Akashiyaki in this restaurant. Akashiyaki is takoyaki served with dashi soup that you immerse the takoyaki before eating. The Takoyaki is super delicate, so it can be a little difficult to eat if you are not good at using sticks. I especially liked the deep fried octopus we ordered on the page. It had really good taste and texture. It is popular so you may have to wait a while to eat here, but it is worth waiting.

I'm honest. The main reason I came to Arima Onsen was to eat this akayashiyaki dish again. The first time I ate it was good. It is complex and blends well with... read more I'm honest. The main reason I came to Arima Onsen was to eat this akayashiyaki dish again. The first time I ate it was good. It is complex and blends well with local alcohol. Second time. Surprising! 1 year later... today when I write this review. I tried so many akayashiyaki places in Osaka. Even a video of an old master. Nothing outside compares with this store. A young couple runs the joint. Yes, they also accept credit cards. The fried tofu in the picture. It's silk tofu. Not the rubbers... It is the melt in the mouth of Tofu... It's so good and complex that it's crazy. The reason for the third attempt? Last two times I came here, I was hungry... maybe it made delicious. But no... this place is artificial. I have to ask if the michelion judges are here... Because the other two star restaurants I visited.

The first time I ate it, it was delicious, I recommend this set meal, I can eat delicious small fish rice bowl read more The first time I ate it, it was delicious, I recommend this set meal, I can eat delicious small fish rice bowl

I had to wait ~40 minutes to enjoy the delicious food at 18-ban but it was so worthy! Everything was rich in taste and delicate, and the fish is super fresh. I'... read more I had to wait ~40 minutes to enjoy the delicious food at 18-ban but it was so worthy! Everything was rich in taste and delicate, and the fish is super fresh. I'll definitely come back when I visit Arima again!

Must order Arimayaki. Very unique with Sansho herb. Akashiyaki is the one without the herb and you can find anywhere. read more Must order Arimayaki. Very unique with Sansho herb. Akashiyaki is the one without the herb and you can find anywhere.