Imai Shokudo

This restaurant, originally a udon shop, started serving its famous simmered mackerel about 40 years ago, coinciding with the establishment of a nearby university. The mackerel, simmered for three days in a rich broth that has been continuously replenished over the years, melts in your mouth like chocolate. Enjoy the tender mackerel, which falls off the bone, with a steaming bowl of miso soup and rice. It's a favorite among students returning from club activities, and many regulars come back in suits after graduation. As I was leaving, the owner waved from the kitchen, creating a warm atmosphere that makes you want to return, not to mention the delicious mackerel!