🍱 Comfort Food Done Right – Ootoya Never Fails Us

For our first dinner in Aomori, we went straight to Ootoya, a restaurant chain that our family has grown to trust and love over the years. It’s always been a reliable go-to whenever we want something wholesome, satisfying, and affordable—and this visit lived up to expectations once again. Ootoya’s extensive menu offers something for everyone, and we especially love how it changes with the seasons. This time, their seasonal oyster dishes were featured, and we just had to try them. They were perfectly deep-fried—crispy on the outside and juicy inside, exactly how good oysters should be. What keeps us coming back is the consistency in quality and the very reasonable prices. You get well-balanced meals that taste like home cooking, all without breaking the bank. And for a first night in a new city, that comfort and familiarity really hit the spot. If you’re in Japan and looking for something hearty, fuss-free, and satisfying, Ootoya is a solid choice every time. #summervacay #ootoyajapan #comfortfood #familydinnerjapan #seasonalspecials #ootoyaoysters #aomorieats #japanesechainrestaurants #reliabledining #affordablemealsjapan #homestylejapanesefood #japan #japantrip #tohoku #travel #tohokutrip