Robata & Warayaki
Robatayaki & straw-grilled
Bonito from Kochi and Omi beef from Shiga, grilled over straw right before you. Seasonal fish and vegetables draw out their fullest flavor over charcoal.
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Our story
Located in the heart of Yasu, Shiga, Uomaru is a seafood izakaya where fresh fish and carefully selected sake meet the craft of robatayaki grilling.
Sashimi finished by skilled hands from fish delivered straight from the port, bonito from Kochi, and Omi beef from Shiga — grilled dynamically right before you over straw and charcoal.
A calm Japanese space with lively counter seats and relaxing private rooms — for dates, family dinners, and company banquets alike.
Commitment
In spring, young 2-3kg first-catch bonito; in autumn, richly fatty 4-5kg returning bonito, carefully selected by season.
Most Kochi bonito is pole-and-line caught, leaving it beautiful and undamaged. We ship our select bonito direct from the port.
We use straw hand-cut ourselves from vast contracted fields in Shiga. Dried straw burns hot with the finest smoky aroma.
Over straw flames reaching 1000 degrees, we sear a crust about 5mm into the flesh, then finish with residual heat to lock in flavor.
Cut over 1cm thick so the straw aroma fills your mouth, brimming with bonito flavor and a springy texture.
A fully sun-dried salt handmade by artisans from Kochi seawater. We select larger crystals for a mellow mineral taste.
Service
Five pleasures to savor in Yasu
Robatayaki & straw-grilled
Bonito from Kochi and Omi beef from Shiga, grilled over straw right before you. Seasonal fish and vegetables draw out their fullest flavor over charcoal.
Selected Japanese & Shiga local sake
A generous selection of sake chosen from across Japan, including local Shiga brews — from dry to sweet. Our staff suggest the one glass that suits your dish, so you can enjoy sake tasting in Yasu.
Port-fresh fish & sashimi
Fresh fish shipped straight from the port, finished into sashimi by skilled hands. Enjoy the seafood of Yasu in seasonal plates such as our five-kind sashimi platter.
Shiga Omi beef & chicken
Shiga's specialty Omi beef, straw-grilled or miso-marinated, and overnight-dried Omi chicken. Enjoy Shiga's premium ingredients dynamically over charcoal in Yasu.
Private rooms, banquets & full venue
Relaxing private rooms, banquet courses with free-flow drinks, and full-venue bookings on request. Steps from Yasu Station — ideal for company parties and gatherings.
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Bonito from Kochi and Omi beef from Shiga, grilled over straw right before you. Seasonal fish and vegetables draw out their fullest flavor over charcoal.
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A generous selection of sake chosen from across Japan, including local Shiga brews — from dry to sweet. Our staff suggest the one glass that suits your dish, so you can enjoy sake tasting in Yasu.
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Fresh fish shipped straight from the port, finished into sashimi by skilled hands. Enjoy the seafood of Yasu in seasonal plates such as our five-kind sashimi platter.
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Shiga's specialty Omi beef, straw-grilled or miso-marinated, and overnight-dried Omi chicken. Enjoy Shiga's premium ingredients dynamically over charcoal in Yasu.
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Relaxing private rooms, banquet courses with free-flow drinks, and full-venue bookings on request. Steps from Yasu Station — ideal for company parties and gatherings.
Recommended
How to enjoy Robata
How to enjoy straw-grilling and robata
Thirteen counter seats, twelve table seats, eight in the private room and twelve on the terrace: 45 in all. In a room this size, the flames and the crackle of the straw reach every seat.
The finished surface carries the smoke of burning straw. Leave the first slice unseasoned and taste the natural sweetness underneath.
Later in the plate, shift with condiments, rock salt and citrus. Winter brings kanburi yellowtail, whose fat loosens and lightens against salt and citrus.
Every seat, including the twelve on the terrace, allows smoking. Our staff suggest Shiga sake, dry through sweet, to match your sashimi or straw-grilled dish.
Producers
Tosa-Saga Port, KochiIkkatsu no Daiki
Saga is where the Kuroshio current first meets Japan, a town thriving on pole-and-line bonito fishing and one of Kochi's foremost fishing towns.
Tano, KochiTanoya Seihachi
A genuine sun-dried salt made using only the sun's heat, with painstaking care. Entirely handmade, it grows into crystals that melt in the mouth, the very finest sun-dried salt.

* Producer information is provided by the shop. Producer photos are pending.
Pairing
3 questions to suggest a pairing from our selected sake. Ask our staff about the day's lineup.
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Today's moodWhat are you in the mood for today?
Reserve
Reserve by phone or online booking. Weekends and peak hours fill up — early booking recommended.
Reserve 02 / Course & PartyNine courses with 2 hours of free-flow drinks, from ¥4,500 (tax incl.). Perfect for company parties and gatherings.
See courses 03 / Private venuePrivate rooms for relaxed dining; full-venue bookings available on request. Please consult us for size and dates.
InquireCourse
Nine banquet courses built around our signatures — straw-grilled bonito, sashimi and robatayaki — each with 2 hours of free-flow drinks. From the standard course to Omi duck and Omi beef charcoal-grill, a sake-lover's course and Omi beef sukiyaki. Perfect for company parties and celebrations.
11 dishes
¥5,000 (tax incl.)
10 dishes
¥6,000 (tax incl.)
10 dishes
¥7,000 (tax incl.)
7 dishes
¥10,000 (tax incl.)
* All courses include 2 hours of free-flow drinks. Prices are tax-included. Reservation required. See all nine courses and details on the course page.
Signature

Fresh bonito from Kochi, seared over a roaring straw flame right before you — smoky aroma, concentrated flavor.

Shiga's premium Omi beef, grilled over straw to draw out its aroma and natural richness.

The day's freshest fish from the port, arranged with care by our skilled hands.

Plump, overnight-dried atka mackerel grilled to order — a robata classic.

Thick fried tofu grilled over charcoal — crisp outside, tender within.

Hakata mentaiko lightly seared over the robata to bring out its aroma — a fine partner for sake.

Pork belly slowly braised for eight hours until meltingly tender.

Rolled one by one by hand, brimming with dashi — a quiet signature.

Elegant wasanbon sweetness under a crisp, bittersweet caramel to close the night.
Yasu
Uomaru Yasu is a 45-seat seafood izakaya at 1-6-1 Kitano, about a 3-minute walk from JR Yasu Station, open every day from 17:00 to 24:00 (last orders: food 23:00 / drinks 23:30). There is no lunch service.
Private hire is for 20–30 guests, either one floor or the whole restaurant. Nine banquet courses start at 4,500 yen including tax with 2 hours of free-flow drinks, for 2–15 guests (the 10,000 yen Omi beef sukiyaki course is for 2–8). The six-dish Uomaru Casual Course at 4,500 yen runs Sunday to Thursday only.
The fully enclosed private room seats up to 8. The 45 seats break down as 13 at the counter, 12 at tables, 8 in the private room and 12 on the terrace. Smoking is permitted at every seat.
Straw-grilled bonito from Tosa-Saga port in Kochi is our signature, and in winter some courses switch it for cold-season yellowtail. Robatayaki of contract-farm Omi beef and Omi duck is also on the course menu, with ten sake labels including four Shiga brews — Daijiro, Kirakucho, Kazuhiro and Shichihonyari.
Mt. Mikami (Omi-Fuji), Mikami Shrine and the shore of Lake Biwa are all close by, and we are about 3 minutes on foot from JR Yasu Station. We open at 17:00, which makes us a first stop once it gets dark. For parking, please call 077-596-3366.
Scenes
From dates to banquets, solo drinking to family meals — Uomaru Yasu fits many scenes near Yasu Station with private rooms, counter seats and courses.
A calm Japanese space and private rooms for a special evening. Pair fresh sashimi with local Shiga sake in the heart of Yasu.
Private rooms near Yasu Station for relaxed business dining. Straw-grilled Omi beef and carefully selected sake leave a strong impression.
Nine banquet courses with 2 hours of free-flow drinks from ¥4,500 (tax incl.), plus private rooms and full-venue options for company parties in Yasu.
After a walk around Mt. Mikami or the shores of Lake Biwa. Open daily from 17:00 until 24:00 (L.O. food 23:00 / drinks 23:30).
Lively counter seats where solo guests watch the cooking up close. A single plate and a glass of sake, at your own pace.
Family-friendly with a variety of dishes, near Yasu Station and Lake Biwa — a perfect stop while out around the Konan area of Shiga.
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After a long day at work, on a relaxing weekend with family, or for a special anniversary with a loved one, do you ever feel like, Dining out is nice, but I'd love to enjoy something delicious and relax at home? Being able to easily savor authentic cuisine at home can make your daily meals so much richer.
At Kitano Izakaya, we are enhancing our takeout and delivery services to make that wish come true. You can now enjoy the exquisite dishes you thought were only available at our restaurant, at your own pace and without any hassle, right in your own home.
This article will provide a thorough explanation of how to make the most of Kitano Izakaya's takeout and delivery services, offering specific methods and tips to elevate your at-home dining experience. We hope you'll read to the end and add a new splash of color to your culinary life.
While spending time in the lively atmosphere of our restaurant is certainly appealing, choosing to enjoy the taste of Kitano Izakaya at home holds a different kind of value. It's about more than just convenience.
At the end of a busy day, when you don't have the energy to go out but still crave something delicious. When you hesitate to dine out because of young children. In times like these, our takeout and delivery services are your staunchest allies. You can have an authentic culinary experience at your preferred time, without worrying about anyone else. Enjoy a luxurious time, as if your home has become your own private izakaya.
Our takeout and delivery are perfect not only for adding a little luxury to your daily meals but also for celebrating special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, and home parties. Our dishes are as beautiful as they are delicious, brightening up your table and sparking lively conversation. Furthermore, the taste of professional cooking can accompany a quiet drink alone or a relaxed evening for two, creating a fulfilling moment.
Our dishes are prepared using the same carefully selected seasonal ingredients as those served in our restaurant. In particular, our fresh fish delivered directly from the fishing port is sourced in peak condition and skillfully prepared by our experienced chefs. We take meticulous care with our containers and packaging to ensure that this freshness and quality are not compromised for takeout or delivery. We implement thorough quality control so you can enjoy the authentic taste of our restaurant with peace of mind at home.
Our takeout and delivery menu is thoughtfully designed to bring you the full charm of Kitano Izakaya. The following meticulously crafted dishes are especially popular.
One of our signature items, the Yasu robatayaki grill, is an exquisite dish with an appetizing, fragrant charcoal aroma. While savoring it fresh off the grill at the restaurant is exceptional, you can fully enjoy its flavor at home as well. By gently reheating the robatayaki—featuring carefully selected seasonal seafood and local vegetables grilled to perfection by our chefs—the smoky fragrance of the charcoal is revived.
Our fresh fish delivered directly from the fishing port is another pillar that embodies our commitment to quality. Our experienced chefs prepare the freshest bounty from the sea in the most delicious way possible. Please enjoy its freshness and umami at home.
Delicious food is best accompanied by delicious drinks. We offer a wide selection of carefully chosen Yasu sake, from local brews that Shiga Prefecture is proud of to famous brands from all over Japan. You can enjoy exquisite pairings of our food and sake with takeout and delivery.
Here are the specific steps and tips for maximizing your use of Kitano Izakaya's takeout and delivery service for a richer dining experience.
We've made the ordering process simple so that even first-time customers can use it with confidence.
We want you to enjoy our delicious food in the best possible condition, even at home. A few small touches can make it even more delicious.
Our takeout and delivery service can complement a variety of lifestyles and events.
The takeout and delivery service from Kitano Izakaya is more than just a meal provider; it is a new option for enriching your culinary life. It not only brightens up your daily meals but can also enhance your table on special occasions and become a catalyst for deepening bonds with loved ones.
Please enjoy the fragrant aroma of our Yasu robatayaki grill, the freshness of our fresh fish delivered directly from the fishing port, and the exquisite harmony with our carefully selected Yasu sake to your heart's content at home. It's even possible to recreate the atmosphere of a smoking-friendly Yasu izakaya in your home, or experience a special time like a private party at a Yasu izakaya in your own space.
Kitano Izakaya will continue to provide service with heartfelt dedication so that our customers can experience the best of food, anytime and anywhere. We invite you to take this opportunity to use our takeout and delivery service and discover a new way of enjoying food. We sincerely look forward to your orders.
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カウンターでいただきました。 えびマヨや琵琶マスのお造り、目の前で焼いてくださる旬のお野菜の炉ばた焼が香ばしくて絶品でした! 店員さんがとても親切で、居心地もよい素敵なお店です。 帰り際に毎回いただける手作りふりかけが 家族みんな大好きです!
接客が丁寧で好感持てる。 料理も美しく、提供も丁寧でもちろん全部美味しい。 たまたまかもしれないが、厨房含め女性中心に運営されてるのかな。どうでもいいことかもしれないけど。
安くて美味しくて雰囲気も良かった。欠点は立地が悪いくらいなので、近くまで来たらオススメです!😁
入り口で迷ってたら すぐにお出迎えしてくれて 気持ちが良かったです。 どのメニューも美味しそうなのと お通しきゅうりとお味噌も美味しすぎました!!! なんといってもすずちゃんが最高の接客してくれて丁寧で可愛くて 美味しくビール呑めました。 またいきます。
お店も清潔感がかり、気取らないけど接客は丁寧なところが良かった。もちろん味もボリュームもよし!
木曜日に行きましたがお店はお客さんで賑わっていました。 漁港直結の今朝獲れのお刺身は新鮮で美味しかったしキレイな盛り付けにテンション上がりました。 人気のポテサラはたっぷりのいくらと、とびこのプチプチ感がたまりませんでした。 ホッケも肉厚で美味しかったです。 帰り際にお店の方から小袋に入ったふりかけのお土産をいただきました。 一つ一つメッセージも書かれてて嬉しかったです。 とっても満足な時間を過ごせました。 ぜひまた行きたいと思いました。
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Group
Uomaru has sister restaurants across Shiga, near Lake Biwa. Enjoy the same fresh seafood and robata at a location convenient for you.
Seafood & robata izakaya in Moriyama.
View store Hikone, ShigaSeafood & robata izakaya in Hikone.
View store Minami-Kusatsu, ShigaSeafood & robata izakaya in Minami-Kusatsu.
View store Ishiyama, OtsuSeafood & robata izakaya in Ishiyama, Otsu.
View store Kusatsu, ShigaA casual seafood stand from the Uomaru group.
View store Kusatsu, ShigaA gyoza specialty restaurant from the same group.
View store* All are group restaurants across Shiga. Please check each store's site for details and hours.
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Get in touch
For reservations, courses and private bookings, please call us. We look forward to your visit.
HoursDaily 17:00–24:00 (L.O. food 23:00 / drinks 23:30)
Private rooms, banquet courses and full-venue bookings are easiest to arrange by phone — tell us your date, party size and budget and our staff will help.
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Events & notices
Autumn seasonal robata and new local sake are now available.
Open daily from 17:00; last order: food 23:00 / drinks 23:30.
Events and notices are updated here.