Suisen
Naka-ku, Miyazaki
Restaurant in Miyazaki, Japan
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Price
$10–20per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100-recognized izakaya serving Miyazaki jidori chicken at JPY 4,000–4,999, with 77 seats across two floors and English-speaking staff. The casual, family-friendly format favors groups over solo diners, and the ingredient-driven menu skips fine-dining polish for reliable execution. Book for regional poultry in a straightforward setting, or skip if you want yakitori-counter precision.
About Suisen
Suisen is a casual Miyazaki venue with a price range of JPY 4,000–4,999. Its published hours are dinner-only: 5–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 5–11 PM Friday and Saturday, and closed Sunday.
What the Tabelog 100 Recognition Means
Suisen is in the 2025 Tabelog 100 for chicken cuisine. That recognition places it within Tabelog's chicken-cuisine category, and it serves as a useful signal for diners looking for a chicken-focused meal. The accolade does not, by itself, define the exact format of the experience.
The Room and Service Format
The dress code is casual. Plan for a relaxed dinner setting in Hiroshima, and confirm any accessibility, language, seating, or group needs directly with the venue before you go.
Pricing and Booking Logistics
The price range is JPY 4,000–4,999. Suisen opens at 5 PM Monday through Saturday, closes at 10 PM Monday through Thursday, extends to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, and is closed Sunday.
How to Decide
Consider Suisen if you want a casual Hiroshima dinner option with a JPY 4,000–4,999 price range and Tabelog 100 recognition in the chicken-cuisine category. If you are comparing dining options, weigh Suisen's price, dinner hours, casual dress code, and chicken-cuisine recognition against other choices. Explore more options in our full Hiroshima restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–10 PM · Tuesday: 5–10 PM
- Location
- 2 Chome-11-3 Hiroshima, Miyazaki, 880-0806, Japan
- Website
- suisen-jidori.com
- Phone
- +81 985-23-1588
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Suisen presents itself as an izakaya, a straightforward Japanese-style tavern, in Miyazaki. Jitokko chicken and a selection of shochu suggest a focus on regional ingredients and classic pairings. The venue is described on Tabelog with menus, maps and user photos, which reinforces a local, no-frills identity aimed at people seeking honest, ingredient-led plates and approachable drink choices. The “No Smoking” note signals a clean, smoke-free environment for diners who prefer a fresher indoor atmosphere.
Best For
This spot is best suited to evening outings where the emphasis is on sampling Miyazaki specialties and relaxed, convivial dining. Suisen suits dinner-focused visits and casual get-togethers with friends. As an izakaya, it fits occasions that prioritize tasting local chicken preparations and shochu in an unpretentious setting. The presence of menus, user reviews and photos on Tabelog helps prospective diners confirm suitability before they go.
Ordering Tips
When you visit, prioritize Jitokko chicken and shochu. Those items are the only specific menu elements mentioned, so they are likely house highlights and sensible starting points for an order. Before you go, consult the Tabelog entry to view menus, ratings and user photos to get a sense of portion sizes and popular preparations. Note the venue is non-smoking, which may influence seating preferences for those sensitive to indoor smoke.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and cozy izakaya-sushi atmosphere with counter seats and small tables, warm lighting, and a relaxed but lively vibe where guests can enjoy seasonal seafood and drinks in an unpretentious setting.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Opened
- 2018
Signature Dishes
- Seasonal sushi selection
- Creative Hiroshima seafood dishes
- Vegan kappa rolls
- Hiroshima-style pickled greens nigiri
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2 Chome-11-3 Hiroshima, Miyazaki, 880-0806, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Pochiron, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- saint M, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Mango Ya, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Zakuro, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown
- Taban Kusano Ya, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 4,000–4,999, Suisen undercuts Pochiron (JPY 10,000–14,999 dinner) and saint M (JPY 10,000–14,999 dinner, JPY 6,000–7,999 lunch) by a significant margin, trading fine-dining ambiance for izakaya volume and ingredient focus. Pochiron delivers French technique in a smaller room, making it the better choice for a splurge-worthy date night, while saint M's lunch option gives you a lower entry point if you want refined plating without the dinner tab. Suisen wins on value if chicken is your priority and you don't need the ceremony.
Mango Ya (JPY 3,000–3,999) costs even less but lacks the Tabelog 100 credential and the jidori ingredient specificity. Zakuro (JPY 8,000–9,999) sits between Suisen and the premium tier, offering a step up in presentation for diners who cannot justify five figures. Taban Kusano Ya (JPY 4,000–4,999) matches Suisen's price and also focuses on regional ingredients, making it a lateral move if Suisen is fully booked.
For booking ease, Suisen and Taban Kusano Ya both accept reservations without the multi-week lead time required by Pochiron or saint M. If you're hunting for Hiroshima's dining depth without the reservation stress, Suisen's 77-seat capacity and weeknight availability make it one of the easier Tabelog 100 spots to secure. Families and larger groups should default to Suisen or Taban Kusano Ya; solo diners seeking quiet counter service will find better fit at Pochiron or Zakuro.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Suisen?
Casual attire is the dress code for Suisen. The price range is JPY 4,000–4,999.
What are alternatives to Suisen?
For comparison, you can also look at comparable venue venues such as Mango Ya, Pochiron, Taban Kusano Ya, Zakuro, and saint M, or browse other dining options more generally.
What should I order at Suisen?
Suisen appears in the Tabelog 100 chicken-cuisine category.
Is lunch or dinner better at Suisen?
Dinner is the service window. Suisen opens at 5 PM Monday through Saturday, closes at 10 PM Monday through Thursday, closes at 11 PM Friday and Saturday, and is closed Sunday.
