Ajinomoto Warehouse
When visiting Akita and wanting to try the legendary dream chicken—Hinai-jidori—locals will absolutely give a thumbs-up recommendation to Ajinomoto Warehouse, located in the bustling and vibrant Kawabata area of Akita. It turns out the stoic-looking owner originally worked in the transportation industry but started raising 100 chickens, which he cooked and gave away during holidays. The dishes received great praise, prompting him to open a shop. The narrow store often gets packed to capacity as soon as it opens, with everyone coming specifically for the naturally pasture-raised Hinai-jidori. The most popular dish is the Ultimate Oyako N, which brings out the full flavor of the chicken.<,,,,,,,.:018-883-0777
Hours: 17:00–24:00 (last order at 23:00)
Closed: None
Price: Skewered chicken ¥250–¥300, Ultimate Oyako N<￥1200.
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