Izakaya Deiriguchi (居酒家 でいりぐち)

A long-standing, deeply local favorite in Hirara, this izakaya is known for its curated all-Miyako-Island aged awamori selection and inventive dishes like squid-ink yakisoba and diced Miyako beef sashimi. Reservations are essential, as it often fills a month in advance, a testament to its reputation among both residents and visiting food lovers. One of the island’s most hospitality-focused spots, it keeps irregular closures rather than a fixed weekly day off, so calling ahead is recommended.