Oshokuji-dokoro Izakaya Wa | A Local Evening Eatery in Sarahama (Irabu, Miyako)

This is a local-rooted eatery and izakaya in Maezato-soe in the Sarahama area of Irabu Island. Climbing the slope from Sarahama Port toward Shimojishima, it is located just before the FamilyMart. With tatami seats and counter seats, it is a shop like an "island kitchen", long cherished as a social spot for locals as well as tourists. The menu centres on coin prices of around 500 yen per dish, and the clear billing is a welcome point too. Dishes unique to the island, such as butter-sautéed top-shell, churaga (pork face meat) stir-fried with garlic, and stir-fried eggplant, are well-regarded. It is open from around 17:00 in the evening until late at night. It is mentioned that if you phone in advance, they may give you a lift to your lodging. As the review information is somewhat old, confirming the hours and closing days by phone before visiting is recommended. It is a shop perfect for those who want to enjoy a Sarahama evening along with island flavours.

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Basic Information

Location (Island)Irabu Island
AddressAza Maezato-soe 624-1, Irabu, Miyakojima City, Okinawa
Hours / Opening time17:00 to 24:00 (Tabelog also lists Mon to Sat 18:00 to 22:00; confirm)
ClosedIrregular (following the market holidays). Tabelog also lists Sunday closing; confirm
FeeFree (dining cost: menu centred on coin prices around 500 yen per dish. Budget guideline around 2,000 to 3,000 yen)
ParkingNot stated in shop information. Use roadside or the space in front of the shop nearby. Confirming by phone before visiting recommended
Contact0980-78-6338

Visiting tips & what to bring

As it is an evening-centred izakaya and eatery, it is unsuitable for lunch use or a daytime sightseeing drop-by. The hours and closing days differ by source and the reviews are old, so always confirm operation by phone before visiting. The Sarahama area has many slopes and narrow lanes, so easy-to-walk footwear is reassuring for walking. If drinking, avoid driving a hire car, and confirm by phone whether there is a pickup service. Whether there is dedicated parking is unclear.

For families with small children

As it is an evening-centred izakaya, it is basically unsuitable for families with small children aged 0 to 6. With tatami seats there is the advantage of being able to seat infants, but information on late-night operation, smoking/drinking environment, a kids menu and facilities (baby chairs, nappy-change tables, etc.) cannot be confirmed. If you wish for use with children, it is reassuring to consult by phone in advance about whether you can book tatami seats in an early time slot.

FAQ

Q.Is there lunch service?

A.It is basically centred on evening operation from around 17:00, with no information on lunch service. For lunch, other options such as Irabu soba shops are recommended.

Q.How much does it cost?

A.The menu centres on coin prices around 500 yen per dish, with clear billing. Including drinks, around 2,000 to 3,000 yen is a guideline, but it varies with the number of dishes ordered.

Q.What are the recommended menu items?

A.Butter-sautéed top-shell, churaga (pork face meat) stir-fried with garlic, and stir-fried eggplant are well-regarded. You can enjoy home-style dishes using island ingredients.

Q.Is there a lift to the lodging?

A.It is mentioned that if you phone in advance, they may give you a lift to your lodging. As it is not certain, confirm whether a lift is possible by phone when booking.

Q.Is there parking? What is the access?

A.Whether there is dedicated parking is unclear. With a location of climbing the slope from Sarahama Port toward Shimojishima, just before the FamilyMart, a car is convenient, but avoid driving when drinking.