Sitting by the warm irori, grilling and eating while chatting—such a great vibe. The fish dishes are super fresh, you can really taste the ocean in every bite. Even with simple seasoning, everything tastes amazing. Overall, it’s cozy, warm, and delicious. Perfect spot if you want to relax and enjoy some local seafood.
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Irori Chaya
A traditional Japanese restaurant where you can savor fresh seafood dishes from Atami, prepared with care to highlight the natural flavors of the region’s catch.
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Conveniently located just steps from JR Atami Station, Irori Chaya is a cozy izakaya where guests can enjoy the fresh seafood and mountain delicacies of Atami while relaxing around a traditional irori hearth and taking in views of the coastline.
During lunchtime, the restaurant serves a variety of set meals and rice bowls, featuring freshly grilled dried fish and sashimi. In the evening, diners can savor skewered seafood and mountain fare grilled over the irori, paired perfectly with the owner’s selection of premium Japanese sake. Depending on the day’s catch, rare fish or same-day harvests may also be available-so it’s worth asking the staff for the day’s recommendations.
The first floor features irori tables and tatami seating where guests can grill their own skewers over the fire. The second floor offers private and group dining rooms with distant ocean views. The interior is decorated with folk crafts from across Japan, creating a nostalgic yet modern atmosphere. Surrounded by the warm glow of the hearth, guests can unwind and enjoy a truly relaxing dining experience.
Highlights
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Conveniently located near Atami Station.
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Enjoy a wide variety of fresh seafood and mountain delicacies from Atami.
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Lunch features set meals and rice bowls with sashimi and dried fish.
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Dinner offers skewered dishes that you can grill yourself over an irori hearth.
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From the second-floor windows, you can catch distant views of Sagami Bay.
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Relax and enjoy your meal surrounded by the restaurant’s carefully curated interior décor.
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Try the Three-Variety Dried Fish Set Meal and Chopped Horse Mackerel (Aji no Tataki), available only at lunchtime.
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In the evening, gather around the irori hearth to savor the best of Atami’s seafood and mountain delicacies.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are there foreign-language or photo menus available?
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Yes, an English menu is available. Other languages can be supported via Pocketalk translation device.
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Are there vegetarian options?
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Halal, vegetarian, and vegan dishes are available à la carte only.
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Is takeout available?
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Not available, as many dishes include raw ingredients.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the restaurant?
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Yes, it is.
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Can I make a reservation?
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Reservations are accepted for course meals only.
Reviews
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 囲炉茶屋
- Postal Code
- 413-0011
- Address
- 2-6 Taharahoncho, Atami City, Shizuoka
- Telephone
- 0557-81-6433
- Closed
- Tuesdays (subject to change on public holidays)
- Business Hours
- 11:30am - 3:00pm(L.O.14:15), 4:30pm - 9:00pm(L.O.8:20pm)
- Budget
- 4,000yen
- Access
- About 2 minutes walk from JR Atami Station.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)