Written from behind the counter

Welcome to a Special Seafood Experience that Brightens Your Kusatsu Night

For you who have just arrived at JR Kusatsu Station, seeking a thrilling culinary adventure. I want to eat something delicious today. Since I'm here, I want to fully enjoy the local bounty. A place that meets these expectations truly exists in Kusatsu. In particular, an izakaya in Kusatsu where you can savor fresh seafood with sake is an essential part of any travel memory or a moment to soothe daily fatigue.

However, finding one truly satisfying establishment among the many can be surprisingly difficult. Where should I choose? Will I really find delicious seafood in Kusatsu? Is the atmosphere welcoming for someone dining alone? To you who are wrestling with these questions, we would like to confidently recommend the ideal izakaya at Kusatsu Station. This column will provide you with concrete hints and special information to make your wishes come true.

• For those who want to enjoy fresh seafood to their heart's content
• For those looking for exquisite dishes that pair well with sake
• For those seeking a restaurant that can be casually used for various occasions

Please read to the end as a guide to help you feel I want to go and seize an unforgettable dining experience.

Answering 'What You Want to Know': Your Dining Dilemmas in Kusatsu

Many restaurants line the streets around Kusatsu Station, and while the abundance of choices is an advantage, it can also lead to the dilemma of Which place is right for me? For example, have you ever had these thoughts?

• I want to eat fresh fish, but everywhere seems to have similar menus, making it hard to decide.
• I want to find delicious sake in Kusatsu, but I can't find a place that considers pairings with the food.
• I'd like to enjoy a casual standing bar in Kusatsu on my way home from work or during a trip, but there aren't many places with an atmosphere welcoming to a woman alone.
• I want to get together with friends on the weekend and have a great time with delicious food and an all-you-can-drink course in Kusatsu, but it's hard to find a place that offers high-quality seafood.
• I feel like having a little drink during the day, but places for day drinking at Kusatsu Station are limited.

Each of these expectations and concerns is a valuable voice telling us what our customers truly want. Our goal is not to provide a one-size-fits-all service, but to be a place that can respond to each customer's this is how I feel today. In the next chapter, we will introduce concrete solutions to solve these problems and allow you to enjoy your meal to the fullest.

Your Ideal Seafood Izakaya Experience, Realized in Kusatsu

To give shape to all of our customers' I wish it were like this desires, we proudly present Sakaba Stand Uomaru. Here, we embody the experiences customers truly seek: a commitment to fresh seafood, pairings with sake, and the flexibility to accommodate various occasions.

Enjoy Incredibly Fresh Seafood to Your Heart's Content

The greatest appeal of Sakaba Stand Uomaru is, without a doubt, its numerous dishes made with an abundance of fresh seafood caught that very morning. We are particularly dedicated to cooking methods that bring out the best of the ingredients' natural flavors. From classic sashimi to seared, grilled, and simmered dishes, our skilled chefs finish each one with care.

Among them, our signature dish, Salt-seared Bonito Tataki in Kusatsu, enjoys immense popularity. The surface is fragrantly seared, while the inside remains tender and rare. By simply enjoying it with salt and condiments, the true umami of the bonito fills your mouth. It's not uncommon for customers to travel from afar just to taste this dish. We also offer many limited-time menu items featuring seasonal seafood, ensuring there's always something new to discover with every visit. Please, savor the finest bounty of the sea, selected by a discerning eye.

Exquisite Pairings of Abundant Sake and Cuisine

Enhancing the fresh seafood in Kusatsu is our lineup of carefully selected sake from Kusatsu. We source the most delicious junmai and ginjo sake from all over Japan for each season, helping to make your dining experience even richer. From dry and crisp to fruity and smooth, we have various types of sake available, so you're sure to find the perfect one for any seafood dish.

If you're wondering, What kind of sake goes well with this fish?, please don't hesitate to ask our staff. We will suggest the optimal pairing to suit your preferences. The marriage of deep sake flavors and seafood cuisine creates a truly blissful moment.

A Flexible Style for Enjoying Various Occasions

Sakaba Stand Uomaru caters to a wide range of customer needs and situations. With excellent access from Kusatsu Station, its strength lies in being a place you can casually drop by for any occasion.

• Standing Bar in Kusatsu: Perfect for a quick drink after work, a short wait for the train, or a round zero before meeting up. You can enjoy a drink in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. You might even make new friends in the lively space.
• Day Drinking at Kusatsu Station: Ideal for those who want to enjoy delicious seafood and drinks from the afternoon on a day off or during a trip. You can spend a relaxing time in an open, liberating space during the day.
• Solo Dining in Kusatsu: We have plenty of counter seats for those who want to savor their food and drink alone. You can enjoy a conversation with the staff or quietly spend your own time, enjoying solo dining in your own style.

Of course, we also have plenty of table seats for groups of friends or colleagues, catering to a wide range of needs from lively banquets to quiet dinner gatherings.

A Special Time with Satisfying Courses and Signature Dishes

For group dining or for customers seeking a more luxurious experience, we offer a variety of all-you-can-drink courses in Kusatsu. These courses, combining generous portions of seasonal seafood with an extensive drink menu, are a worry-free choice for party organizers. Please use them for farewell parties, year-end gatherings, anniversaries, and other occasions. We can also adjust the content to fit your budget and requests, so please feel free to consult with us.

In addition to our Salt-seared Bonito Tataki in Kusatsu, another signature dish we highly recommend is our Kusatsu Seiro-mushi (bamboo-steamed dishes). By slowly steaming fresh seafood and local vegetables in a bamboo steamer, we lock in their natural umami and nutrients. This healthy yet satisfying dish, with its excess fats removed, is especially popular with our female customers. The aroma that rises with the steam whets the appetite and warms both body and soul.

Practical Steps to Make the Most of Sakaba Stand Uomaru

For those seeking the ideal experience at an izakaya in Kusatsu, here are some practical steps to help you when you visit Sakaba Stand Uomaru. Use these tips to create your own special time.

1. First, Decide on Your Seating

   If you're alone, you can enjoy a chat with the chef at the counter, or have a quick drink at the standing bar in Kusatsu. For groups, relax at a table. Choose the best seat for your mood and occasion.

2. Ask for the Seasonal Recommendations

   If you can't decide on the menu, start by asking the staff, What do you recommend today? You might discover the freshest, most delicious seafood of the day or a special, limited-time sake. The true pleasure of seafood in Kusatsu lies in enjoying seasonal flavors.

3. Enjoy a Sake Pairing

   Once you've decided on your food, be sure to ask the staff about sake pairings. Finding a sake that further enhances the flavor of your dish will greatly deepen your dining experience. You might have a new encounter with sake in Kusatsu.

4. Don't Miss the Signature Dishes

   The Salt-seared Bonito Tataki in Kusatsu and Kusatsu Seiro-mushi are the two great specialties that represent Sakaba Stand Uomaru. Both are masterpieces filled with our dedication, so please try them at least once. Their deliciousness will surely leave an unforgettable impression.

5. Feel Free to Try Day Drinking or Solo Dining

   I want to have a toast with delicious seafood and beer from noon! or I want to quietly enjoy delicious food by myself! We warmly welcome you for day drinking at Kusatsu Station and solo dining in Kusatsu. We greet our customers with a warm atmosphere at any time of day.

6. For Groups, Booking a Course is Smoother

   When visiting with a group, we recommend booking an all-you-can-drink course in Kusatsu in advance. Not only will we be able to guide you to your seats smoothly, but you will also be able to fully enjoy a course packed with seasonal delicacies.

By following these steps, you can make your time at Sakaba Stand Uomaru even richer and more satisfying. We are always doing our best to provide the ultimate dining experience for each and every customer.

To You, for the Best, Most Memorable Dining Experience in Kusatsu

If you're near JR Kusatsu Station and thinking, I want to enjoy delicious seafood in Kusatsu to my heart's content, I want to find the perfect pairing of sake from Kusatsu and food, or I'm looking for an izakaya in Kusatsu that can be used for various occasions, whether alone or in a group—all your wishes can be fulfilled at Sakaba Stand Uomaru.

Our unwavering commitment to fresh seafood, our proud specialty dishes like Salt-seared Bonito Tataki in Kusatsu and Kusatsu Seiro-mushi, our attentive service, and our flexible style that meets every need—from standing bar in Kusatsu and day drinking at Kusatsu Station to solo dining in Kusatsu and all-you-can-drink courses in Kusatsu—are all proof of our passion for providing the best dining experience for our customers.

Once you step inside, we are confident you will be satisfied with the lively atmosphere and the many dishes made with heart. We sincerely hope that Sakaba Stand Uomaru will become an irreplaceable part of your culinary memories in Kusatsu. Please, open our doors and visit us. All of our staff eagerly await your arrival.