"A bold, fusion-minded takoyaki spot founded in 1985 and recommended by Michelin, the kitchen lifts the batter with a splash of white wine and folds in plumper octopus pieces than typical vendors; they also serve an upscale gimmick called Surprise Takoyaki—each ball featuring a huge suction-cupped leg—with a plate of eight priced around ¥1,980." - La Carmina