A baseball fanatic since his youth, behind the counter the chef demonstrates the strength of will he developed on the baseball diamond. His favourite expression, then and now, is ikkyu nyukon: pour your heart and soul into every pitch. To broaden his menu, he prepares sushi and soba himself. The famous gomadofu is paired with pureed soup of vegetables in season. The proprietress’ handmade sweets make diners feel welcome and the couple’s genuine desire to make every customer happy is palpable.