Light streams from a small sign in a Pontocho back alley. Inside the cozy interior popular tunes from the Showa era play, creating a pub atmosphere. The omakase set menu is a series of numerous small plates and bowls. Sushi of vinegared mackerel, simmered octopus and roast duck are products of izakaya training, while soups and char-grilled items bring kappo experience to bear. Grilled fish is paired with shuto (pickled and seasoned fish entrails) and konowata (salted sea cucumber entrails) paste, carefully chosen for their affinity with sake.