[Kawataro Yobuko Branch | Saga "It's so fresh it moves. If you want to really enjoy Yobuko squid, this is the place to go"]

[Kawataro Yobuko Branch | Saga "It's so fresh it moves. If you want to really enjoy Yobuko squid, this is the place to go"] — Saga/Yobuko's specialty "live squid sashimi". Kawataro Yobuko Branch is synonymous with this dish. Once an order is placed, the squid is taken out of the tank and butchered on the spot for a shocking level of freshness. The beauty of the translucent squid and its crunchy texture are definitely worth trying at least once in your life. ⸻ 📍【Location & Access】 ・Address: 1744-17 Yobuko, Yobuko-cho, Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture ・Access: About 30 minutes by car from JR Karatsu Station ・Parking: Available (free) 🕰️【Business Hours】 ・Weekdays: 11:40-17:00 ・Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays: 10:40-17:00 ・Closed: Closed on New Year's Day only 💰【Budget Guide】 ・Live squid sashimi set meal: Around 3,000-3,500 yen (varies depending on size) ⸻ 🦑Recommended Points • The live squid is so fresh that it's "moving" 　→ It's transparent and has a strong texture. It's also rich in sweetness. The quality is shocking. • The "tentacle tempura" after eating is also excellent 　→ It's so soft and flavorful that you wouldn't believe it's the same squid. I'm glad that it's a structure that can be enjoyed twice. • Location where you can eat while looking at the sea → From the window of the shop, you can see the sea of Yobuko. You can also enjoy the tourist feeling. ⸻ 🔍 Tips ・It's a popular shop, so it's best to line up before it opens (especially on weekends and holidays) ・Reservations are not accepted, so it's key to act early ・If you go by car, you can increase your satisfaction by visiting the "Yobuko Morning Market" and "Kabe Island" on the way back ・Squid can be sold out, so it's recommended to visit in the morning if possible #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Saga #Yobuko #Kawataro