Tatchan Sushi

At Tatchan Sushi, the menu's approachable price for tuna—2 pieces for 200 yen—is one reason to take a closer look. Each piece is made to let the topping shine. Diners have described the fish as thickly cut and the rice as modest in size, with fine cuts in the topping making it easy to eat. One visitor also said the acidity of the rice, made with red vinegar, worked well with the fish. Rather than settling on a large order at once, it may suit you to pick a few pieces that catch your eye. Start with tuna, then branch out to medium-fatty tuna, seared items, squid or octopus for a range of flavours.

Rolls and omelette dishes offer another way to enjoy the menu. Ebi Tamago Maki, a prawn-and-omelette roll, is listed at 300 yen; one diner singled out the combination of fluffy omelette and prawn. There is also a favourable report of a roll pairing eel with omelette. If you would like a roll between pieces of sushi, check what is available that day. The menu also lists pickled plum and shiso rolls, shiso and pickled daikon rolls, and tuna rolls—easy options for changing the flavour. Dashimaki, a Japanese rolled omelette, is listed at 300 yen, while a separate item called dashimaki tamago is listed at 1,000 yen.

To order, write your choices on an order slip and hand it in. The day's recommendations may also be posted, including beneath the television. Pairing a familiar favourite with one of these recommendations can bring a fish selected according to that day's supply; the selection changes, so check in the shop. Drinks include Kikumasamune sake, served chilled, hot or on the rocks, as well as beer and chūhai. The menu suits a lunch centred on sushi, or a slower meal with small plates and drinks.

The dining area in Ikuno Higashi, Ikuno Ward, Osaka, offers dine-in service and is described as suitable for solo diners. Reservations are accepted, so if you have a particular topping in mind or plan to come with a group, it may help to enquire in advance.