Momochan

For a selection of kushikatsu, start with the mixed platter of 10 pieces, then enjoy choosing extra skewers one by one. The listed menu includes aubergine, green pepper, shiitake mushrooms and daikon, among other items, at 80 yen each. Some visitors have praised the pork and chicken skewers for their light, tender texture, while noting that the aubergine and shishito pepper were generously sized and pleasantly sweet. Others mention the crisp coating and satisfying portions. It sounds like a good choice for an evening centred on a hearty serving of skewers.

There are plenty of small plates beyond the skewers, too. The avocado and Kamigamo tomato salad has been described as a pleasing combination of sweet tomato, avocado and dressing, and could make a welcome change between fried dishes. The menu also lists a dashimaki omelette made with Aoyama Kogen eggs, house-made tofu and an assorted sashimi platter. Some diners have opted for sashimi or octopus tempura without ordering kushikatsu. Whether you are in the mood for skewers or sharing a range of dishes with others, there is more than one way to put a meal together.

Drinks include draft and bottled beer, as well as sake served warm or chilled; the menu also lists junmai sake and chilled sake in a 300 ml bottle. Shochu can be served on the rocks, with water or with hot water, making it an easy match for a meal of skewers and a drink. Momochan is in Akanomiya-cho, Ichijoji, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, and is listed as suitable for solo dining. Reservations are accepted, so you can plan ahead if you would like time to choose from the skewers and small plates.