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Entry No. 999 · Izakaya / Sake Culture · 居酒屋 (Izakaya)

Sasashu

Established in 1952; famous for its uncompromising focus on top-tier craft sake and its impeccable, traditional izakaya dishes like their signature "Sake-manju."

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WaitA short walk from Ikebukuro Station (West Exit).Dinner; a legendary and historic destination for sake lovers in the Ikebukuro area.
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Established in 1952; famous for its uncompromising focus on top-tier craft sake and its impeccable, traditional izakaya dishes like their signature "Sake-manju."

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No. 999 for Izakaya / Sake Culture in Tokyo

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