Fukuoka Hakata | Japanese Cuisine Kawa Taro (Hakata Station Branch) | Seat Reservation Only

You can enjoy the same delicious taste that has been passed down since the restaurant was founded in 1961 at a reasonable price. After you place your order, the squid is removed from the tank as it swims around energetically, and then quickly butchered and cooked by a skilled craftsman. The squid is only touched once, for this brief moment, to preserve its freshness. The beautiful, translucent live squid has a crunchy texture and a rich, sweet taste that lingers in your mouth. You can order the amount you like, with 150 to 200 grams being recommended. The "Crab Miso Grilled" can be enjoyed as a post-cooked dish for an additional 680 yen, and is absolutely delicious.

The restaurant, which is filled with an atmosphere that blends tradition with modern sensibilities, has a total of 49 seats. There are 21 seats at the counter surrounding the open kitchen and large fish tank. You can enjoy your meal and drinks while being immersed in the atmosphere, watching the dynamic scene of live fish being caught and the skilled handiwork of the squid craftsmen. There are also 12 booths and 16 tables, and the restaurant can be rented out for private use. Please use it for a variety of occasions, including dining with family and friends, as well as entertaining guests, celebrations, memorial services, and group banquets.

We offer a carefully selected range of sake that is essential to Japanese cuisine. In addition to the year-round menu, we also have a selection of recommended brands that match the season, so that you can always enjoy new flavors. Our top recommendation is "Tanaka Rokugo" from Fukuoka. With a refreshing aroma and soft mouthfeel, it is even more delicious when enjoyed with sashimi or tempura. "Wakanami," also from Fukuoka, has a refined flavor with a fruity and clear taste. Enjoy Kawataro's original "Hana no Tsuyu" with the flavorful "Takezake."

We offer three types of courses. The most popular is the "Kawataro's Recommended Course (7,000 yen)," which offers a balanced taste of fresh seasonal fish dishes and Kyushu's proud brand beef and vegetables. In addition to the specialty live squid sashimi, the course includes three types of salted fish, three types of sashimi, steamed seasonal vegetables and squid shumai, grilled seasonal fish, a platter of roast Saga beef and Itoshima vegetables, sashimi, three nigiri sushi, soup, and ice cream. Please enjoy the exquisite taste that only Hakata can offer.