Ichigetsuya (一月家)

Ichigetsuya is a century-old izakaya in Ise, Mie Prefecture, reputedly operating since 1914 and regarded locally as a quintessential Ise tavern. It draws both locals and travelers for an unusually early opening time (around 2pm) and a menu built on Ise-Shima regional seafood and home-style dishes served in a lively, no-frills, cash-only setting.

A multi-year Tabelog Izakaya WEST Hyakumeiten honoree, it seats up to 70 across counter, table, and tatami areas and closes only on Wednesdays.