01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When you are looking to settle in for a satisfying dinner and drinks in Narimasu, Masukichi delivers with an easygoing spread of inventive izakaya dishes. Among the highlights to try first are the salted bonito tataki, finished with a crisp sear that heightens its aroma, and assorted sashimi platters tailored to your party size. Seasoned simply with salt, the rich, oily fish lets its natural flavors shine and makes an ideal start to the evening.
Alongside the seafood, the bagna càuda featuring organic vegetables grown in nearby Wako City is an essential order. Served with a rich house-made dipping sauce, a proprietary miso blend, and Okinawan salt, the crisp produce remains engaging down to the last bite. The kitchen also works Western influences into the menu, from minced fatty tuna and avocado tartar served with garlic toast to chicken grilled to a fragrant, crispy skin.
The drink list covers every base, complementing staples like draft beer, Black Nikka highballs, and various sours with whiskies such as Hakushu, Yamazaki, and Scotch, as well as sakes from around Japan. Those skipping alcohol can enjoy options like pulpy plum juice, making it easy for everyone around the table to raise a glass to their taste.
Beyond the evening hours, Masukichi is just as useful as a lunchtime destination for set meals. Thoughtfully composed offerings at accessible prices include grilled fish packed with flavor and simmered hamburg steak featuring a coarse-textured patty draped in a deep, savory sauce.
The ground floor features counter and table seating ideal for casual solo drinking, while the upstairs accommodates groups lingering over shared plates. Finishing the meal with a warm, molten chocolate fondant subtly scented with Western spirits leaves a sweet lingering note, rounding out a thoroughly rewarding visit from start to finish.
