Mimasu
Takezakicho, Shimonoseki
Restaurant in Shimonoseki, Japan
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Price
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 Izakaya WEST honoree serving fugu and seasonal fish at JPY 3,000–3,999. Counter seating, tatami rooms, and sake-shochu pairings two minutes from Shimonoseki Station. Cash-only, reservations easy three to five days ahead.
About Mimasu
At JPY 3,000–3,999, Mimasu sits in an approachable price band for Shimonoseki dining. The venue is listed in Shimonoseki, keeps casual dress, and is open from 3–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. It is also associated with the Tabelog 100 Izakaya WEST 2025 recognition.
Details and Format
Mimasu is a casual Shimonoseki venue in the JPY 3,000–3,999 range, open afternoons into the evening on six days of the week. Specifics about cuisine, signature dishes, seating style, drinks, reservations, payment methods, and service format are not confirmed, so diners should avoid assuming a particular menu or room setup before visiting.
The Tabelog 100 Izakaya WEST 2025 listing gives Mimasu a regional point of recognition, but it does not support claims about a score, ranking, sourcing, beverage program, or how it compares in technique or format with other restaurants. Travelers comparing options can treat Mimasu as a casual Shimonoseki choice and compare it with other dining in the city based on current needs, hours, and budget.
Multi-Visit Strategy
For a first visit, plan around the confirmed hours: Mimasu opens at 3 PM and closes at 10 PM on every operating day except Wednesday. Because no lunch service is listed, treat it as an afternoon-to-evening option rather than a lunch stop. The JPY 3,000–3,999 price range makes it a moderate choice for repeat visits, but menu details and seating arrangements should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Logistics are simple: Mimasu is in Shimonoseki, closed Wednesdays, and open 3–10 PM on the other six days. Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Kokoya is an allowed regional comparison rather than a Shimonoseki-specific substitute; for local planning, compare Mimasu with other dining in Shimonoseki generically. For deeper exploration, browse our Shimonoseki restaurant and bar guides for nearby options.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-13-11 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 750-0025, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/yamaguchi/A3502/A350201/35002350
- Phone
- +81 83-223-8608
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, old-school izakaya with counter and tatami seating, simple decor and a slightly rough-around-the-edges look, buzzing from mid‑afternoon with locals sharing drinks and fugu dishes in a smoky, lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- fried fugu
- fugu sashimi
- tecchiri (fugu hot pot)
- beef tendon stew
- pork skewers
- squid okonomiyaki
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2 Chome-13-11 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 750-0025, Japan
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-13-11 Takezakicho, Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi 750-0025, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Hiyorian, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- RESTAURANT TAKATSU, Notable alternative
- レストラン 高津, Notable alternative
- Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Kokoya, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- 天寿し 京町店, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Mimasu sits in the value tier for Shimonoseki izakaya, priced JPY 3,000–3,999 against Hiyorian's JPY 10,000–14,999 kaiseki dinners and JPY 4,000–4,999 lunch sets. Both hold Tabelog recognition, but Hiyorian delivers multicourse pacing and kaiseki presentation where Mimasu offers à la carte flexibility and quicker turnover. Choose Hiyorian for celebrations or formal seafood courses; book Mimasu for repeat visits and solo counter dining where fish quality matters more than ceremony.
Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Kokoya drops the price floor to JPY 1,000–1,999 with okonomiyaki and izakaya staples, no awards but reliable neighborhood utility. If budget sits under JPY 3,000 or the group prefers carbs over fish, Kokoya works; for fugu and Tabelog-level sourcing, Mimasu justifies the step up. Restaurant Takatsu and レストラン 高津 operate in the French-technique kaiseki lane with no published pricing but implied premiums above JPY 10,000, both suit occasion dining where Western plating and wine service replace sake and izakaya simplicity.
Booking ease separates the field: Mimasu takes phone reservations three to five days ahead with walk-in availability midweek evenings; Hiyorian requires one to two weeks for dinner; Restaurant Takatsu and レストラン 高津 fill weekends a month out. For travelers on short notice or solo diners seeking counter access without ceremony, Mimasu delivers the port's fish at the lowest friction and price in the Tabelog-recognized tier.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Mimasu?
The hours do not list lunch service. Mimasu is open from 3–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and is closed Wednesday. The price range is JPY 3,000–3,999.
Is Mimasu good for a special occasion?
Mimasu has a casual dress code and a price range of JPY 3,000–3,999. Specific details about seating, ambiance, payment, smoking policy, or special-occasion service are not confirmed. For a different regional comparison, consider RESTAURANT TAKATSU without assuming it is a Shimonoseki alternative.
What are alternatives to compare with Mimasu?
Compare Mimasu with other dining in Shimonoseki based on current hours, budget, and availability. 天寿し 京町店 and Hiyorian are comparable venue references, but the details here do not support specific claims about their price, seating, cuisine, or location relative to Mimasu.
Can I eat at a specific seating area at Mimasu?
How far ahead should I book Mimasu?
Reservation policy and booking lead time are not available. The confirmed planning details are the Shimonoseki location, JPY 3,000–3,999 price range, casual dress code, and hours of 3–10 PM on all operating days except Wednesday.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Mimasu?
A tasting menu is not listed, and neither is an à la carte format. Confirm the current menu directly with Mimasu before visiting. The price range is JPY 3,000–3,999.
