Dachibin

This venerable eatery has been in Koenji for 30 years and is recognised as a pioneer of Okinawan food in Tokyo. Hailing from Ishigaki Island, owner Junko Takahashi feels it is her mission to faithfully reproduce the flavours enjoyed by Okinawan people at a reasonable price. The ingredients are brought from Okinawa, and the restaurant has featured a monthly Okinawan shamisen concert every month for more than 20 years. There's Orion Beer is on tap, plus a copious variety of awamori available, and the cheerful service of the staff is almost disarming.