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Fresh fish & robatayaki in Minami-Kusatsu — Uomaru Fresh Fish & Robatayaki Minami-Kusatsu

SeafoodRobataStraw-grilledBonitoOmi beefSakeLocal sakePrivate hireSashimiBanquets

Our story

Counter seats at Uomaru Minami-Kusatsu facing the open kitchen and straw-grilling hearth, with the blackboard listing straw-grilled bonito Shrimp cream spring rolls Potato salad with salmon roe Interior of Uomaru Minami-Kusatsu with counter and table seats, sake bottles on the shelves and a fish-print frame on the wall

Commitment

1

The size of the bonito

In spring, young 2-3kg first-catch bonito; in autumn, richly fatty 4-5kg returning bonito, carefully selected by season.

2

Raw bonito from Kochi

Most Kochi bonito is pole-and-line caught, leaving it beautiful and undamaged. We ship our select bonito direct from the port.

3

Straw from Shiga

We use straw hand-cut ourselves from vast contracted fields in Shiga. Dried straw burns hot with the finest smoky aroma.

4

The grilling

Over straw flames reaching 1000 degrees, we sear a crust about 5mm into the flesh, then finish with residual heat to lock in flavor.

5

The thickness of the cut

Cut over 1cm thick so the straw aroma fills your mouth, brimming with bonito flavor and a springy texture.

6

Our chosen salt

A fully sun-dried salt handmade by artisans from Kochi seawater. We select larger crystals for a mellow mineral taste.

Service

01

Robata & Warayaki

Bonito from Kochi and Omi beef from Shiga, grilled over straw right before you. Seasonal fish and vegetables draw out their fullest flavor over charcoal.

02

Sake & Local Brews

A generous selection of sake chosen from across Japan, including local Shiga brews — from dry to sweet. Our staff suggest the one glass that suits your dish, so you can enjoy sake tasting in Minami-Kusatsu.

03

Seafood & Sashimi

Fresh fish shipped straight from the port, finished into sashimi by skilled hands. Enjoy the seafood of Minami-Kusatsu in seasonal plates such as our five-kind sashimi platter.

04

Omi Beef & Omi Chicken

Shiga's specialty Omi beef, straw-grilled or miso-marinated, and overnight-dried Omi chicken. Enjoy Shiga's premium ingredients dynamically over charcoal in Minami-Kusatsu.

05

Banquets & Private Hire

Banquet courses with free-flow drinks, and full-venue bookings for 35–45 guests. Steps from Minami-Kusatsu Station — ideal for company parties and gatherings.

How to enjoy Robata

Robata Story

01

Head for the counter where the straw burns

One to two minutes from the east exit of Minami-Kusatsu Station, at Liberty Minami-Kusatsu 2F. From the counter seats facing the straw grill you can watch the bonito wrapped in flame.

02

Start with the medium, one slice at a time

Straw-grilled bonito starts at 1,490 yen for the medium, about two portions. Take the first slice unseasoned and taste the smoke held in the surface.

03

With the large, change as you go

Work through the condiments, rock salt and citrus. The large, about four portions at 2,480 yen, gives you enough to keep shifting the flavor to the last piece.

04

Smoke, drink, and lose track of time

All 45 seats allow smoking, and guests under 20 cannot enter. We suggest Shiga sake, dry through sweet, to sit alongside the straw-grilled plates.

Producers

Tosa-Saga Port, KochiIkkatsu no Daiki

Saga is where the Kuroshio current first meets Japan, a town thriving on pole-and-line bonito fishing and one of Kochi's foremost fishing towns.

Tano, KochiTanoya Seihachi

A genuine sun-dried salt made using only the sun's heat, with painstaking care. Entirely handmade, it grows into crystals that melt in the mouth, the very finest sun-dried salt.

Straw-grilling

Pairing

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Today's moodWhat are you in the mood for today?

Main dishWhat will be your main?

Sake preferenceWhich sake style do you like?

Your pairing

Crisp & CleanLight-dry junmai × white fish & shellfish sashimi

Crisp, dry junmai such as Shiga's Daijiro or Kochi's Akitora, to lift the delicate sweetness of white fish and shellfish sashimi. Refreshing from the first sip to the last.

Rich & BoldRich junmai ginjo × straw-grilled Omi beef

Full, savory junmai such as Shiga's Shichihonyari or Fukuoka's Wakanami — with depth to stand up to straw-grilled Omi beef and rich robata. Savory meets savory.

Aromatic & SmokyAromatic ginjo / warm kan × straw-grilled bonito

Aromatic sake such as Kirakucho Junmai Ginjo or Oze no Yukidoke Junmai Daiginjo, to echo the smoky char of straw-grilled bonito. Fragrance layered on fragrance.

Warm & BalancedGentle warm kan × seasonal robata & dashimaki

A gentle warm kan such as Shiga's Kazuhiro or Shimane's Juji Asahi, to match seasonal robata and dashi-rolled omelette. A calm, comforting balance for a long evening.

Course

11 dishes

Uomaru Standard Course

¥5,500 (tax incl.)

10 dishes

Omi Duck Charcoal-Grill

¥6,600 (tax incl.)

10 dishes

Omi Beef Charcoal-Grill

¥7,700 (tax incl.)

7 dishes

Omi Beef Luxury Sukiyaki

¥11,000 (tax incl.)

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Signature

Straw-grilled bonito
01

Straw-grilled bonitoStraw-grilled bonito

Fresh bonito from Kochi, seared over a roaring straw flame right before you — smoky aroma, concentrated flavor.

Straw-grilled Omi beef
02

Straw-grilled Omi beefStraw-grilled Omi beef

Shiga's premium Omi beef, grilled over straw to draw out its aroma and natural richness.

Fresh sashimi platter
03

Fresh sashimi platterFresh sashimi platter

The day's freshest fish from the port, arranged with care by our skilled hands.

Overnight-dried atka mackerel
04

Overnight-dried atka mackerelOvernight-dried atka mackerel

Plump, overnight-dried atka mackerel grilled to order — a robata classic.

Robata-grilled thick fried tofu
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Robata-grilled thick fried tofuRobata-grilled thick fried tofu

Thick fried tofu grilled over charcoal — crisp outside, tender within.

Seared Hakata mentaiko
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Seared Hakata mentaikoSeared Hakata mentaiko

Hakata mentaiko lightly seared over the robata to bring out its aroma — a fine partner for sake.

8-hour braised pork belly
07

8-hour braised pork belly8-hour braised pork belly

Pork belly slowly braised for eight hours until meltingly tender.

Uomaru dashi-rolled omelette
08

Uomaru dashi-rolled omeletteUomaru dashi-rolled omelette

Rolled one by one by hand, brimming with dashi — a quiet signature.

Wasanbon crème brûlée
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Wasanbon crème brûléeWasanbon crème brûlée

Elegant wasanbon sweetness under a crisp, bittersweet caramel to close the night.

Minami-Kusatsu

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Scenes

Dates & anniversaries

A calm Japanese space for a special evening. Pair fresh sashimi with local Shiga sake in Minami-Kusatsu.

Business dining

Calm seating steps from Minami-Kusatsu Station for relaxed business dining. Straw-grilled Omi beef and carefully selected sake leave a strong impression.

Banquets & groups

Eight banquet courses with 2 hours of free-flow drinks from ¥5,500 (tax incl.), plus full-venue bookings for 35–45 guests for company parties in Minami-Kusatsu.

After work

Steps from Minami-Kusatsu Station — ideal after work. Open daily from 17:00 until 24:00 (food L.O. 23:00 / drinks 23:30).

Solo drinking

Lively counter seats where solo guests watch the cooking up close. A single plate and a glass of sake, at your own pace.

Gatherings & reunions

A varied menu for gatherings and reunions, steps from Minami-Kusatsu Station. Smoking is permitted at all seats, so guests under 20 cannot enter.

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The Secret to Enjoying a Minami-Kusatsu Get-Together at Home

A New, Luxurious Option: Enjoying a Minami-Kusatsu Get-Together at Home

Have you ever thought to yourself, I'd love to have a drink with some great food today, but going out feels like a bit of a hassle? While the lively atmosphere of izakayas bustling around Minami-Kusatsu Station is appealing, sometimes you just want to relax to your heart's content at home with authentic cuisine and drinks. For times like these, we recommend making use of takeout and delivery services that bring the restaurant's flavors directly to you.

Our restaurant offers a new way to enjoy get-togethers in Minami-Kusatsu more richly and casually. Whether it's after work or on a day off, why not make your meal with family and friends extra special with our signature dishes? The great appeal of takeout and delivery is being able to savor the authentic taste of our restaurant without time constraints or worrying about those around you.

In this article, we'll introduce specific ways and recommended dishes to make the most of our takeout and delivery, allowing you to enjoy a luxurious Minami-Kusatsu get-together at home. We hope you'll read on.

From Straw-Grilled Bonito Direct from Kochi to Omi Beef! Savor Our Signature Dishes at Home

Our prized menu, which we take great pride in, will add a touch of splendor to your dining table. You can enjoy the same delicious taste of our dishes, made with the freshest ingredients, through takeout and delivery. We are especially confident that you will love our exquisite items like the Straw-Grilled Bonito Direct from Kochi, Assorted Sashimi Platter, and Omi Beef right in the comfort of your own home.

Just because it's takeout or delivery doesn't mean the quality is compromised. We prepare each dish with care, using techniques to preserve freshness and considering the best cooking methods for you to enjoy them deliciously at home.

The Secret to Enjoying Our Exquisite Straw-Grilled Bonito from Kochi at Home

Our Straw-Grilled Bonito Direct from Kochi is a masterpiece that condenses the savory aroma of straw and the natural umami of the bonito. When you order, we pack the straw-grilled bonito to seal in its fragrance. By simply reheating it at home, you can enjoy a flavor that's just like dining in our restaurant. Lightly searing the surface again will further enhance the savory aroma, creating a moment of pure bliss.

  • Reheating Example: Gently warm the surface in a toaster oven or frying pan to bring back the unique savory aroma of the straw grilling. The key is not to overheat it.
  • Plating Tips: Serve with condiments like shiso leaves, myoga ginger, or green onions, along with ponzu or our special sauce, to enhance the flavor. A colorful presentation will also brighten up your table.
  • Drink Pairings: It pairs excellently not only with sake but also with a crisp, chilled white wine or a refreshing shochu.

Brighten Your Table with Our Incredibly Fresh Assorted Sashimi Platter

Our Assorted Sashimi Platter, which lets you fully savor the bounties of the sea, adds a touch of luxury to your table with its fresh seafood flavors and beautiful presentation. The contents vary depending on the day's catch, but we always select the freshest seasonal seafood, carefully prepared by our skilled chefs.

  • Commitment to Freshness: We take great care in packaging with ice packs to maintain freshness even for takeout and delivery.
  • A Wide Variety: Enjoy a range of seafood all at once, including tuna, sea bream, and amberjack.
  • Even More Delicious with Condiments and Soy Sauce: Add wasabi, ginger, or shiso to your liking, and enjoy with a soy sauce that complements each type of fish.

A Special Moment: Savoring Luxurious Omi Beef at Home

We also offer dishes featuring Omi beef, the brand of beef that is the pride of Shiga Prefecture, for takeout and delivery. Known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture and elegant umami, Omi beef is a truly luxurious dish perfect for a special occasion. Why not adorn your table with Omi beef for a family celebration or an anniversary with a loved one?

  • Omi Beef Steak: Our carefully grilled Omi beef steak can be enjoyed with an authentic taste by simply reheating it at home. Savor it with our special sauce.
  • Seared Omi Beef Sushi: The harmony between the umami of the lightly seared Omi beef and the sushi rice is exquisite. Recommended for when you want to enjoy a touch of luxury with ease.
  • Side Dish Suggestions: Adding grilled seasonal vegetables or a fresh salad creates a well-balanced and gorgeous meal.

Perfect for Any Occasion! How to Make the Most of Takeout & Delivery

A Minami-Kusatsu get-together isn't just for enjoying at a restaurant. By using takeout and delivery, its charm can be extended to a wide variety of scenes. From family gatherings and parties with close friends to special business entertainment at home or the office, our dishes will enhance any occasion.

Carefree Parties with Family and Friends

By incorporating our dishes into your at-home parties or family dinners, you can provide authentic hospitality while saving on preparation time. A style centered around large platters that everyone can share from will surely get the conversation flowing.

  • Menu Combinations: Combine kid-friendly items like karaage (fried chicken) and french fries with adult favorites like straw-grilled bonito and assorted sashimi for a table that satisfies everyone.
  • Drink Preparation: Prepare your favorite sake, shochu, or wine to match our dishes, and your home will instantly transform into an izakaya.
  • Tips for Easy Sharing: For dishes served on large platters, it's convenient to have plenty of small plates and tongs ready for everyone to serve themselves.

Creating a Special Minami-Kusatsu Business Dinner at Home

When you hear Minami-Kusatsu business entertainment, you might imagine a private room in a restaurant. However, by skillfully using takeout and delivery, it's possible to provide high-quality hospitality in a more private space like your home or office. When inviting important guests, consider these ideas.

  • Advance Reservations and Consultation: If you consult with us in advance about the purpose of the dinner, your guests' preferences, and any allergies, we can propose the perfect menu.
  • Individual Containers and Messages: Bento-style meals carefully arranged for each person or serving in individual containers can create a sense of exclusivity. Adding a handwritten message is also a nice touch.
  • Drink Preparation: Prepare sake or wine that pairs well with the food in advance, and pay attention to the glassware to create a more sophisticated entertainment space.
  • Punctual Delivery: When using delivery, arrange it with plenty of time to spare, and schedule it to arrive shortly before your guests do.

A Luxurious Treat for Yourself

Of course, our takeout and delivery are also perfect for when you want to spend some quiet time alone. It allows you to create a luxurious moment to savor what you want, as much as you want, without any interruptions. Why not add a slightly extravagant dish as a reward for your daily hard work?

  • Select Your Favorite Dish: You can choose your favorite dishes according to your mood, whether it's just a slice of Straw-Grilled Bonito Direct from Kochi or a few pieces of Seared Omi Beef Sushi.
  • With Movies or Music: The time spent savoring our food while watching your favorite movie or listening to pleasant music is truly exceptional.
  • Pay Attention to Tableware: Plating your food on your favorite dishes can transform your usual dining table into a more special space.

Bring the Vibe of a Smoking-Permitted Izakaya in Minami-Kusatsu Home! Creating a Relaxing Space

As a smoking-permitted izakaya in Minami-Kusatsu, our restaurant provides a space where smokers can also relax comfortably. However, you might wonder how to replicate that restaurant atmosphere for a get-together at home. No need to worry. While enjoying our food via takeout or delivery, you can bring the relaxing izakaya vibe into your home with a few simple tricks.

The key is to create a relaxing space that stimulates the five senses. Imagine the atmosphere of a calm, mature izakaya, different from the lively energy of a bustling restaurant.

Little Tricks to Recreate the Restaurant's Atmosphere

  • Dim the Lights for Mood: Turn off the overhead ceiling light and use indirect lighting or table lamps to create a calm ambiance. Lighting a candle is also a lovely touch.
  • Play Pleasant BGM: Choosing relaxing background music like jazz, bossa nova, or popular Japanese songs will add depth to the space without interrupting conversation.
  • Use Nice Tableware and Glassware: Plating our dishes on special Japanese tableware or in your favorite glasses, instead of your everyday plates, creates a sense of occasion.
  • Relax with Scents: Using an aroma diffuser with citrus or woody scents can create a pleasant space. However, it's important to be subtle so as not to overwhelm the aroma of the food.
  • Comfortable Temperature and Humidity: Maintaining an appropriate room temperature and humidity will make enjoying the food and drinks more comfortable.

With these ideas, it's possible to create a calm and relaxing space at home, much like the one our smoking-permitted izakaya in Minami-Kusatsu offers. Please enjoy our delicious food and drinks to your heart's content and soothe your daily fatigue.

Get Started Now! A Guide to Smooth Takeout & Delivery Orders

Now, let's go over the specific steps for using our takeout and delivery services. We strive for a simple and clear ordering process to ensure a convenient experience for our customers. Please use this guide when planning your at-home get-together in Minami-Kusatsu.

The Process from Ordering to Pickup/Delivery

Please follow these steps to ensure your desired dishes are delivered smoothly.

  1. Check the Menu: First, please check our takeout and delivery menu on our website or at the restaurant. We also have seasonal specials and recommendations, so be sure to take a look.
  2. How to Order: You can place an order by phone or through our website. Please let us know the dishes and quantities you would like.
  3. Consult About Allergies/Requests: If you have any food allergies or dislikes, please be sure to inform us at this stage. We will accommodate you as much as possible. Also, feel free to consult with us about any special requests (e.g., gift wrapping, message cards).
  4. Specify Pickup/Delivery Date and Time: Please provide your desired pickup time (for takeout) or delivery time and location (for delivery). We may require extra time during busy periods, so we recommend booking in advance.
  5. Confirm Payment Method: Payment can be made by cash or various cashless options at the store, or by cash upon delivery. Please confirm when you place your order.
  6. Product Pickup/Delivery: Please come to the store at the designated time, or we will deliver to your home with care. We strive to hand over your order in the best possible condition—hot items hot, and cold items cold.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We sincerely look forward to enhancing your special moments with our cuisine.

Conclusion

A Minami-Kusatsu get-together is not just a lively time at a restaurant; by using takeout and delivery, it expands into a luxurious experience at home. You can savor our signature dishes like straw-grilled bonito from Kochi, assorted sashimi, and Omi beef with family, friends, or even by yourself.

Sometimes, create a calm space at home that captures the restaurant's atmosphere and spend a relaxing time like you would at a smoking-permitted izakaya in Minami-Kusatsu. Takeout and delivery are not just about bringing food home; they propose a new form of Minami-Kusatsu get-together tailored to your lifestyle.

Please take this opportunity to use our takeout and delivery services and enjoy a special culinary experience at home. Of course, we also sincerely look forward to welcoming you to our restaurant. All of our staff eagerly await your visit.

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滋賀県・南草津にある、ナデシコグループの 魚業態のお店。魚料理と日本酒を楽しめる 居酒屋です。 看板はカツオの藁焼き。しっかりと藁の香りが 立った仕上がりで、香ばしさとカツオの旨味を 存分に楽しめます。この香りだけで日本酒が 進む、看板メニューにふさわしい一品です。 日本酒の品揃えも豊富なので、魚料理に 合わせて色々な銘柄を試せるのが嬉しい ところ。魚と日本酒の組み合わせをじっくり 楽しみたい方にぴったりの構成です。 スタッフさんの対応も良く、気持ちよく 過ごせます。 南草津エリアで魚を肴に日本酒を飲みたい夜に、 頼りになる一軒です。 【利用シーン】南草津での食事、魚料理と 日本酒を楽しみたい時、藁焼きを食べたい時、 仕事帰りの一杯、友人との食事。 【アクセス】滋賀県草津市・南草津駅から 徒歩圏内。

Shota H ★★★★★ 2 か月前

ビワマスがすごく美味しかったです✨ お野菜のお料理も美味しく、こちらからの要望にも快く応えて下さり、気持ちの良い接客で嬉しかったです! またきます😊

のりこにしおか ★★★★★ 3 か月前

料理は美味しかったです。カツオの藁焼きと粗塩はとてもマッチしていました。 喫煙できるお店のようで、幸い周りには喫煙者いなかったので良かったです。 サービス料?が別に取られていました。

omot ★★★★★ 5 か月前

居酒屋なので静かに飲むには向かないが、大きな店では無いので我慢できないレベルではない。何より店員さんがテキパキ笑顔で対応してくれるのが嬉しいです。日本酒も地酒豊富で大満足。南草津駅で時間が有るならオススメです。あいみちゃん、なかじーさん、ユーゴさん、アサヒさん、ありがとう。

林貴之 ★★★★★ 4 か月前

とても繁盛していたので、予約して来店するのがおすすめだと思います。 スタッフの方々の接客も良かったです。食べ終わった皿なども定期的に下げてくだったので、皿で机のスペースがなくなることもありませんでした。 料理もとても美味しかったです。 どの料理もお酒に合う味付けでお酒が進みました。 魚と店名にあるだけあって特に海鮮料理は安定して美味しいと思いました。 帰る際にはふりかけをもらいました。後日食べましたが、とても美味しかったです。 草津駅の近くの魚丸にも行かせてもらっていますが、南草津店ならではのメニューもあって楽しかったです。 ウオマルだと草津店ばかり行っていたので、こちらのお店にも再度来店したいと思いました。

じょんす ★★★★☆ 7 か月前

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Autumn seasonal robata and new local sake are now available.

Open daily from 17:00; last orders — food 23:00, drinks 23:30.

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Name
Uomaru Fresh Fish & Robatayaki Minami-Kusatsu
Address
1-7-21 Noji, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-0059
Tel
077-561-5133
Hours
Daily 17:00–24:00 (food L.O. 23:00 / drinks 23:30)
Access
1–2 min walk from JR Minami-Kusatsu Station
Seats
45 seats (no private rooms) / full-venue bookings for 35–45 guests / smoking permitted at all seats (guests under 20 cannot enter)
Pay
Cash, cards, QR payments (PayPay). 5% service charge (waived on course orders)
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Exterior entrance of Uomaru Minami-Kusatsu, with the Uomaru logo on the wooden facade and lattice windows

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HoursDaily 17:00–24:00 (food L.O. 23:00 / drinks 23:30)

Banquet courses and full-venue bookings are easiest to arrange by phone — tell us your date, party size and budget and our staff will help.

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FAQ

What are your opening hours?
Open daily 17:00–24:00 (last orders: food 23:00, drinks 23:30). We do not serve lunch. Closed irregularly (about once every three months).
Can I make a reservation?
Yes. Especially on weekends and busy hours, we recommend booking in advance by phone or web.
What do you recommend?
Straw-grilled bonito from Kochi, straw-grilled Omi beef, and fresh sashimi from the port. Seasonal robatayaki is also popular.
Do you have private rooms?
We do not have private rooms. All 45 seats are counter and table seating, including counter seats facing the straw grill.
How do I get there from Minami-Kusatsu Station?
About a 1–2 minute walk from JR Minami-Kusatsu Station, at 1-7-21 Noji, Kusatsu.
What kind of sake do you have?
A wide range of carefully selected sake from across Japan, including Shiga local brews to match your dishes.
What payment methods can I use?
Cash, major credit cards (VISA/Mastercard/JCB/AMEX/Diners) and QR code payments (PayPay). E-money is not accepted.
Is it comfortable for solo diners?
Yes, our lively counter seats are perfect for solo guests to enjoy the cooking right before them.
Can you host banquets or groups?
Yes. We offer banquet courses and can arrange full-venue bookings for 35–45 guests. Please consult us.
Can I take out food?
We are very sorry, but we do not offer takeout at this restaurant.

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