01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tucked under the tracks just outside Ukimafunado Station, Ichigen Ukima makes an effortless stop immediately after passing through the ticket barriers. Its appeal rests on a wide-ranging repertoire stretching from Japanese classics to Chinese-style plates. The spacious interior incorporates open table seating alongside private dining rooms, catering comfortably to an unhurried weeknight drink after work or a casual weekend meal.
Vibrant Sashimi Displays and Sizzling Beer Companions
The meal often kicks off with the daily sashimi platter served in a wooden fish crate, where colourful cuts such as tuna, salmon, and sea bream instantly set an energetic tone for the table. Sizzling and aromatic dishes follow in short order to pair with draft beer, from richly fatty grilled Atka mackerel to chive-and-scallion jeon served on an iron hot plate and stone-pot Sichuan-style mapo tofu with a distinct numbing spice. With mixed skewers featuring chicken thigh, skin, and tsukune meatballs alongside easygoing fried snacks, groups with diverse tastes will find plenty to share.
Daytime Teishoku Sets and Thoughtful Family Dining
Beyond evening gatherings, the restaurant serves daytime teishoku set meals that fit easily into everyday routines. Families with young children are well looked after, with high chairs on hand alongside dedicated kids' options such as child-sized ramen and hamburger steaks. Shielded from the weather directly by the station, it provides an unpretentious setting for straightforward food and drinks at any hour.
