Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru
Hakata, Fukuoka
Restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 100-seat Hakata izakaya specializing in daily Karatsu fish and seasonal nabe, selected for Tabelog 100 Izakaya WEST 2025. At JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, expect live-tank sourcing, private tatami rooms for up to 28, regional sake depth. Book for group dinners prioritizing fish provenance; skip if you want à la carte freedom or budget flexibility.
About Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru
Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru is a Fukuoka venue with a verified dinner price range of JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999. It is listed for Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025, its published hours run from 5–10 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. Beyond those confirmed basics, Pearl does not have verified details on the menu, seating layout, reservation rules, payment methods, or service format, so this guide keeps the recommendation deliberately narrow.
What is confirmed
The clearest practical facts are the evening-only schedule and the JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 price band. Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 5–10 PM, it is closed on Sunday. The dress code is casual.
The venue is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025. That recognition is the only confirmed accolade available here; Pearl does not have verified information on ratings, rankings, chef names, signature dishes, sourcing, beverages, private rooms, seat count, or a specific dining format.
How to use this guide
Use Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru as a Fukuoka dinner option when the confirmed price range and evening hours fit your plans. Because the available verified data is limited, diners with specific needs should confirm directly with the venue before going, especially for reservations, dietary restrictions, accessibility, children, payment methods, or group seating.
If you are comparing it with other allowed Pearl-listed venues, Chiso Nakamura may be worth reviewing separately, while Tsukiyoshi and Suzaki Yatai Kajishika can be considered only at a general comparison level unless you verify current details for your date. For a broader view of the city's dining landscape, explore our full Fukuoka restaurants guide.
The verdict: Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru works best as a Fukuoka dinner venue in the JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 range, with casual dress and confirmed evening hours from Monday through Saturday. Its Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025 listing gives it a recognized point of interest, but menu, seating, booking, service specifics should be checked directly before you commit.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒812-0028 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Susakimachi, 6−25 永昌洋行
- Website
- yachiyomaru8.tkc.best-hp.jp
- Phone
- +81 92-262-1136
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru presents itself as a traditional Japanese izakaya with a focus on seafood and nabe (hot pot). The copy emphasizes a classic tavern identity—rooted in Japanese casual dining—while highlighting a steady flow of fresh fish sourced daily from Karatsu. Practical touches such as a no-smoking policy and private rooms soften the raucous izakaya stereotype, suggesting a place that balances conviviality with comfortable, contained dining spaces. Overall, the tone is straightforward and authentic, appealing to diners who favor honest seafood and communal hot-pot meals in a Japanese-style setting.
Best For
This venue is a fit for groups or parties who value private dining and fresh seafood. The explicit availability of private rooms makes it particularly suitable for gatherings that prefer a contained space—family meals, small celebrations, or business companions seeking privacy. Seafood lovers and hot-pot fans are the primary audience, given the daily sourcing from Karatsu and the emphasis on nabe. The listing’s presence on Tabelog, with menus and user photos, also helps diners who want to preview dishes and logistics before booking a private room.
Ordering Tips
Order seafood and nabe first: the restaurant highlights fresh fish delivered daily from Karatsu and features nabe as a menu category, so expect those to be dependable choices. If you’re visiting with others, request one of the private rooms that the listing explicitly offers to keep the meal focused and smoke-free. Consult the Tabelog entry for menu details, user photos, and reviews to help pick standout dishes and portion sizes before you arrive.
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒812-0028 Fukuoka, Hakata Ward, Susakimachi, 6−25 永昌洋行 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tsukiyoshi, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Chiso Nakamura, Notable alternative
- Narayamachi Ao, Notable alternative
- Suzaki Yatai Kajishika, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- 奈良屋町 青, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru sits in the premium tier of Fukuoka's izakaya landscape at JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, a price point that reflects daily Karatsu fish deliveries and the live-tank commitment. Tsukiyoshi operates at JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, offering neighborhood izakaya ease with lighter fare and faster turnover, choose it when you want casual snacking over seasonal sourcing depth. Suzaki Yatai Kajishika lands in the middle at JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, balancing quality and accessibility, though it lacks the private-room infrastructure that makes Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru the default for corporate groups and celebrations.
Chiso Nakamura and Narayamachi Ao offer alternative approaches, Chiso Nakamura leans toward kappo intimacy with counter seating and quieter energy, while Narayamachi Ao emphasizes seasonal vegetable and sake pairing in a more subdued room. If you need private-room capacity for 6 to 28 guests and want Tabelog 100 WEST 2025 validation for fish sourcing, Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru delivers the infrastructure and recognition. If you prefer lower spend, faster service, or counter intimacy, Tsukiyoshi or Chiso Nakamura make more sense.
Booking difficulty runs easier here than at Fukuoka's tighter kappo spots, weekday reservations usually clear with a few days' notice, weekend slots open up 1-2 weeks out. The 100-seat capacity absorbs demand better than smaller izakaya, though private rooms fill faster during corporate entertainment season (December, March). Walk-ins work on weeknights before 6 PM, but calling ahead (+81-92-262-1136) guarantees seating and private-room access.
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Compare Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru
| Venue | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru | JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 | Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025 · #19 |
| Tsukiyoshi | JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 | No published awards |
| Chiso Nakamura | 2025 Tabelog Bronze | |
| Narayamachi Ao | 2026 Tabelog Silver · #7Tabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025 · #16 | |
| Suzaki Yatai Kajishika | JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 | No published awards |
| 奈良屋町 青 | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru?
Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru is in Fukuoka, with a verified price range of ¥6,000–7,999. It is open from 5–10 PM Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - WEST - 2025.
Can I eat at the bar at Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru?
Pearl does not have verified information on whether Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru has bar seating, counter seating, private rooms, or a specific seating layout. Confirm directly with the venue if seating style matters for your visit.
What should I wear to Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru?
The verified dress code is casual. Pearl does not have confirmed details on the seating format, so choose comfortable casual clothing and confirm directly if you have specific concerns.
How far ahead should I book Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru?
Pearl does not have verified reservation rules or booking lead-time guidance for Dai 8 Yachiyo Maru. The confirmed hours are 5–10 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed, so check directly with the venue for availability.
