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Kotsukotsu-an
Rating88SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Founded 1970, 55-year-old izakaya institution.
Tripadvisor No.
1 in Oita City (high ratings from both travelers and locals).
925 Tabelog reviews (3.66) with high-quality regular customer posts.
Genuine commitment to all major Oita local dishes: tori-ten, ryukyu, dango jiru, seki-saba.
106 Retty recommendations from real-name users, not influencers.
Lunch ¥1,000-2,000, dinner ¥6,000-8,000 — people's price range.
No PR elements.
No inbound-targeted pricing.
No sakura indicators (long-established, many regulars, natural critical reviews too).
Popular Dishes
Tori-ten (Oita-style fried chicken)
とり天
Ryukyu (marinated fish over rice)
りゅうきゅう
Dango Jiru (wheat noodle miso soup)
だんご汁
Seki-aji
関アジ
Seki-saba sashimi
関サバ刺身
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removedA beloved Oita izakaya since 1970 — ranked No. 1 in Oita City on Tripadvisor. Serves all the local greats in one place: tori-ten (Oita fried chicken), ryukyu (marinated fish over rice), dango jiru (miso soup with flat wheat noodles), and live Seki-brand horse mackerel and mackerel. Fresh fish is restocked twice daily. Jazz plays in a Showa-era interior; easy to enter solo at the counter.
Tripadvisor No. 1 in Oita City, 925 Tabelog reviews, 106 Retty recommendations. Comments: 'If you want Seki-saba, come here,' 'A must-visit in Oita,' 'Real taste unchanged for 50+ years.' Regulars praise consistent quality. Showa-retro atmosphere also appreciated. No PR elements, no sakura indicators.
Business Hours
Mon – Sat11:30-14:30 17:00-22:30
SunClosed
Regular Holiday：Sunday
Access
Counter, table, tatami, and private room seating available. Easy to enter solo. Japanese-only menu. Credit cards accepted. 10-min walk from Oita Station North Exit. Takeout available (inquire in advance).
3-8-19 Funaichi-cho, Oita, Oita
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
