Ichiyama Ikesu
★ 4 ｜ 3,274 reviews
Fresh Choshi seafood · Scenic ocean views · Indoor fish tanks
📍 7387-5 Kurohaichō, Choshi, Chiba 288-0003, Japan
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Hours
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
About
Casual dining at a Pacific harbor, with seafood specialties like sashimi & Japanese spiny lobster.
The full picture
Ichiyama Ikesu is a traditional seafood restaurant in Choshi where diners can choose live fish and lobster directly from tanks for immediate preparation. It is known for its harbor-side location and views of the Pacific Ocean.
It suits seafood enthusiasts and groups seeking a classic Japanese dining atmosphere with scenic coastal views.
Visiting during daylight hours is best to take advantage of the floor-to-ceiling ocean views.
💡 Be prepared to write your order in Japanese on a slip of paper, as the system can be challenging for non-Japanese speakers.
Visitors love
- fresh seafood variety
- generous portions
- excellent ocean views
- large parking lot
- traditional atmosphere
Some note
- language barrier for ordering
- inconsistent seafood freshness
- rice was too soft
- can be pricey
Good to know
- is it good for kids?
- Not mentioned in reviews
- is it OK on a rainy day?
- Yes, the restaurant has indoor seating with large windows overlooking the sea.
- how long to stay?
- Not mentioned in reviews
- is a reservation needed?
- A reservation is recommended if you want to ensure a table with a sea view.
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
The food is fresh and delicious, the prices are reasonable, there's a large parking lot, and if you reserve a table, you can enjoy a nice sea view.
★★★★★
Ichiyama Ikesu is a traditional Japanese culinary establishment, typically associated with seafood dining. The word "ikesu" refers to a live fish tank, often found in such restaurants, where fresh seafood is kept until it is ready to be prepared and served. This practice ensures that the seafood is as fresh as possible, a hallmark of Japanese cuisine.
Located in various regions of Japan, particularly in coastal areas, Ichiyama Ikesu establishments are known for offering a unique dining experience where customers can choose their seafood directly from the tanks. The chosen seafood is then skil
★★★★★
Mouthwatering seafood! I had the lobster tempura and I was extremely satisfied. Volume is pretty good. For around 2000 yen, I got a hefty serving of lobster.
Good store ambiance, with counter seats as well as tables. The tables are Japanese-style, so you have to take off your shoes. The store also faces the ocean so you get a pretty view while you eat.
★★★★
Nice atmosphere. Good food, but a little expensive. Also the rice in the tendon was too soft.
★★★
The atmosphere here is wonderful. You get to sit in a traditional Japanese environment by the sea. However, this place is definitely not foreigner friendly! You have to write your order on a piece of paper in Japanese otherwise you won’t get served. That said, if you get the 3500 yen set, you do get an immense amount of food, however the food isn’t as fresh as I hoped it would be.