Takoiso

It's worth trying this special takoyaki, known as "Akashiyaki." It's easy to find—the restaurant is located inside the market, and you'll recognize it by the long queue. I waited about 25 minutes, but it was absolutely worth it. The dish is delicious and distinctly different from Osaka's takoyaki. It's even better when paired with a bottle of beer!

We have tried many takoyakis around Japan, but this place by far is the best, hands down! Tucked in between the seafood stalls in Uontana Market, the queue to this place wasn't long when we went. Within the diner are tables and chairs squeezed in a tight space, giving you a real Japanese dining feel. As for the star of the show, you get 15 pieces of takoyakis in a platter, and mind you, the taste is unlike any other that you would have had. Silky smooth with a creamy and 'eggy' taste coupled with the springy crunch of the generous portion of octopus pieces, every bite is a moment to saviour. On the side is hot bonito soup and spring onions for you to drench the takoyaki and eat them. You don't taste any flour like the typical ones especially around Osaka. Highly recommended!

According to my careful research, I think this restaurant is one of the most popular Akashi-Yaki places in Akashi. If it's number one in Akashi, it should be number one in Japan as well as worldwide. We went to the restaurant in the morning time, and we probably waited on a long line for about 20 minutes. I tried octopus and anago mixed Akashi-Yaki. It was very cheap and super delicious 😋. I think it's worth waiting. It's about a 20-minute drive from Kobe downtown.

It had the feel of a shop loved by locals who line the shopping street. The fact that it is called tamagoyaki, not akashiyaki, really makes you feel like you are eating locally. This is an Akashiyaki shop that can be enjoyed casually by people of all ages and genders. There are 15 pieces per plate, which is more than other shops, so you will feel full. Be sure to go with Akashi Castle.

Authentic Japanese octopus 🐙 restaurant, has to be my favourite in Japan. The food is so simple yet amazingly delicious!

Go-to place for locals with a a fairly quick line waiting outside. We went there around 12, and didn’t have to wait long. From what we could see, customers mainly ordered from the anago, octopus, or mixed varieties, and drinks to go along with it.

A bit of a hole in the wall joint, but that means the food is great. Very cheap, great place to start your night drinking. Have some Akashi yaki and a few beers, you're ready to go.

Very unique takoyaki they serve here. Fantastic presentation and generous amount of 🐙 in each takoyaki