🍜 UMIBOUZU Main Store

Izakaya UMIBOUZU (海ぼうず) is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Shizuoka Station. The large red lantern hanging at the entrance prominently displays the word "おでん" (oden), making it quite eye-catching. Upon entering the restaurant through the noren (fabric curtain), friendly staff greet you, making it a popular izakaya loved by locals. Inside, the enticing aroma of food wafts from a giant oden pot, instantly whetting your appetite as you walk by. UMIBOUZU has won the Shizuoka Oden Competition twice, in 2008 and 2014, showcasing its oden as a widely recognized delicacy. A must-try here is the exclusive "半熟玉子" (soft-boiled egg), which is simmered for 5 hours, allowing the egg whites to absorb rich flavors, paired with a creamy, thick yolk that is truly a masterpiece. In addition to oden, Shizuoka offers a rich variety of local delicacies. Fresh "静前鮮魚" (Shizuoka fresh fish) options include sweet shrimp, shirasu (whitebait), and the recently popular brown seaweed, as well as swordfish and sea bream. The well-known B-grade gourmet dish "富士宮炒麵" (Fujinomiya yakisoba) is also available, providing a diverse selection of local cuisine. It's perfectly fine to order just one dish, and the ease of ordering is a hallmark of izakayas. Besides the food, the drinks feature local specialties like "静岡割" (Shizuoka sour) and "静岡蜜柑沙瓦" (Shizuoka mikan sour), highlighting the restaurant's commitment to local products. The restaurant offers counter seating, tables for four, and private Japanese-style rooms, making it suitable for solo diners, larger gatherings, or family meals. Additionally, UMIBOUZU provides takeout and online shopping services for "静岡関東煮" (Shizuoka oden), with takeout orders including oden powder and mustard.

The winning oden at the "Shizuoka Oden Competition" is a must-try dish from the restaurant. The soft-boiled egg oden is a representative of the evolved oden. You can also enjoy Shizuoka's unique "Shizuoka fresh fish" and "Fujinomiya yakisoba." A variety of selected local beverages are available. You can also taste authentic Shizuoka oden through takeout or online shopping.