FAQ
FAQFrequently asked questions about Yakitori Torimaru Hikone, a yakitori izakaya by Hikone Station. Jump to a category below.
Hours, access and same-day reservations near Hikone Station
What are the opening hours?
We are open daily from 17:00 to 24:00 (last order 23:00).
Do you have regular holidays?
We have irregular holidays. Please check by phone or on social media.
Where are you located?
We are on the 1st floor of the Hikone Station Building, 9-6 Asahimachi, Hikone, Shiga.
Are you close to Hikone Station?
Yes, about a 1-minute walk from JR Hikone Station, on the 1st floor of the station building.
What is the nearest station?
JR Hikone Station, about a 1-minute walk away.
Is there parking?
We have no dedicated car park, but you can use our partner car park (Mitsui no Repark, in front of Hikone Station).
Can I visit without getting wet on rainy days?
Yes. We are on the 1st floor of the station building right by Hikone Station, so rainy days are no problem.
How late are you open?
Until midnight (last order 23:00).
Reservations, Courses & Parties
Can I make a reservation?
Yes. Please call us at 0749-49-2773.
Can I book on the same day?
Same-day reservations are possible subject to availability. Please call us.
What is your phone number?
It is 0749-49-2773.
Do you have courses?
Yes, we offer course plans from 4,500 yen, each with 120 minutes of all-you-can-drink.
How long is the all-you-can-drink on courses?
All courses include 120 minutes of all-you-can-drink (last order 30 minutes before the end).
Is there a mizutaki course?
Yes, the 5,000 yen Mizutaki Course (8 dishes) featuring our signature Hakata mizutaki.
Is there a yakitori-focused course?
Yes, the 5,000 yen Yakitori-lovers' Course (12 dishes) with seven skewers.
Is there a hot-pot course?
Yes, the 6,000 yen Chicken-paitan Hot Pot Course (7 dishes) with morning-fresh chicken.
How many guests can book a course?
From 2 to 20 guests.
Can I book a banquet? Is private hire available?
We host banquets for up to 20 guests. We do not offer whole-restaurant private hire, but we have private rooms for 4 and for 8 guests.
Are course prices tax-inclusive?
Course prices include tax and 120 minutes of all-you-can-drink. À la carte menu prices exclude tax.
Do you have courses for girls' nights?
Yes, the 4,500 yen Course (10 dishes) is popular for girls' nights and banquets.
What is the budget per person?
The average budget is about 3,000 yen per person. Courses with 120-min all-you-can-drink are 4,500–6,000 yen (tax included).
Can you arrange a birthday or anniversary surprise?
Yes, we can arrange surprises such as a message plate. Please let us know when booking.
Seats, Private Rooms & Space
How many seats do you have?
80 seats in total.
Do you have counter seats?
Yes, counter seats where you can watch the charcoal grill.
Do you have private rooms?
We have private rooms for 4 and for 8 guests, ideal for girls' nights, entertaining and family visits. They can fill up, so please request when booking.
Do you have tatami seating?
Yes, we also have tatami seating.
Can large groups be seated?
We accommodate parties up to 20 guests. Please consult us by phone.
Is it easy to visit alone?
Yes, we have counter seats, so solo diners are very welcome.
Can I come with children?
Yes, families are welcome.
What is the atmosphere like?
A calm, wood-warmed Japanese space where you can relax at the counter overlooking the charcoal grill, or on tatami seating.
Do you have terrace seats or power outlets?
We have open-terrace seats (smoking allowed, reservation required) and seats with power outlets.
Food & Drink
What do you recommend?
Omi-chicken skewers grilled over Bincho charcoal, our signature Hakata mizutaki, and chicken sashimi.
What is Omi chicken?
A branded chicken from Shiga Prefecture, known for its firm texture and rich flavour.
What charcoal do you use?
High-heat Bincho charcoal, searing the surface crisp while keeping the inside juicy.
What is your signature dish?
Our signature is Hakata mizutaki, with a broth rich in concentrated chicken flavour.
What is Hakata mizutaki?
A chicken hot pot that originated in Fukuoka. We simmer bone-in thigh, tsukune and local vegetables until the broth turns milky white. Drink the soup first, then finish with ramen or zosui.
What is chicken-paitan (tori-paitan) hot pot?
A rich hot pot with a milky broth simmered from chicken. We serve it as the 6,000 yen Chicken-paitan Hot Pot Course (7 dishes) with morning-fresh chicken.
Do you serve chicken sashimi?
Yes, including the chicken tataki 3-kind assortment and chicken sashimi with sesame.
Do you have all-you-can-drink?
Yes, à la carte all-you-can-drink from one guest, and courses include 120 minutes.
Do you have sake?
Yes, we offer a range of sake and shochu.
Do you have shochu or highballs?
Yes, various highballs and shochu (sweet potato and barley).
Are the menu prices tax-inclusive?
À la carte menu prices exclude tax; course prices include tax.
Can you accommodate allergies?
We accommodate where possible. Please tell us when booking or on arrival.
Do you have dishes to finish the meal?
Yes, such as juicy oyakodon, Torimaru ramen and grilled rice balls.
Do you have desserts?
Yes, including Basque cheesecake, Torimaru pudding and ice cream.
Best yakitori in Hikone — recommended, pet friendly, date night
Where do you recommend for yakitori in Hikone?
Yakitori Torimaru Hikone, right by Hikone Station, grilling Omi chicken over Bincho charcoal.
Where do you recommend for an izakaya in Hikone?
Our restaurant by Hikone Station — yakitori, hot pots, à la carte and all-you-can-drink for every occasion.
What kind of place is this for yakitori in Hikone?
A station-front izakaya in Hikone serving charcoal-grilled Omi-chicken yakitori.
Is it good for girls' nights?
Yes. Photogenic à la carte dishes, course plans and a relaxed space make it popular for girls' nights.
Is it suitable for a date?
Yes, our calm Japanese space is well suited to dates.
Is it suitable for business entertaining?
Yes, with private-room requests and course plans for entertaining and business occasions.
Can I drink alone after work?
Yes, the counter seats are perfect for a drink after work.
Can I drop by after sightseeing?
Yes. Right by Hikone Station, it's convenient after visiting Hikone Castle and other sights.
Payment & Other
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash, major credit cards and QR-code payment (PayPay).
Can I use a credit card?
Yes — VISA, Mastercard, JCB, American Express and Diners Club.
Can I use QR-code payment?
QR-code payment (PayPay) is available. We do not accept electronic money.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are welcome. Please contact us by phone for details.
Do you offer takeout?
Please contact us by phone about takeout availability.
What about smoking / non-smoking?
The interior is entirely non-smoking. Smoking is allowed only on the open terrace (advance reservation recommended, as it is popular).
WHY TORIMARU
Why guests choose us
01
Right by Hikone Station
On the 1st floor of the Hikone Station Building — easy to reach after work or sightseeing, and dry even on rainy days.
02
Omi chicken over Bincho charcoal
Carefully selected Omi chicken from Shiga, grilled to order over high-heat Bincho charcoal — crisp outside, juicy inside.
03
Courses with 120-min all-you-can-drink
Six course plans from 4,500 yen (tax included) with 120 minutes of all-you-can-drink, for girls' nights, entertaining and parties of 2–20.
04
80 seats for every occasion
Counter, tables and tatami seating for 80 guests, plus private rooms for 4 and 8, pet-friendly and same-day reservations.