Hozenji Sanpei

Down the charming alleyway of Hozenji Yokocho is the long-running Hozenji Sanpei restaurant, which has been churning out okonomiyaki for 50 years. Here, you can watch as the chefs cook the savoury pancakes on a large teppan grill in the centre of the restaurant. The batter is seared before the toppings are added, allowing the pancake to become crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy inside. There’s both counter and table seating, and there’s usually a line outside the restaurant of eager eaters.