Located in Aoba Oden Street, Roman is a spot where you can enjoy traditional Shizuoka-style oden. This place is loved by both locals and tourists, offering a warm atmosphere to enjoy your meal.
About
Roman is an oden specialty shop in Shizuoka City’s Aoba Oden Street and has been a beloved establishment for many years. The restaurant’s greatest feature is its faithful reproduction of Shizuoka’s traditional oden. The deep flavor of the broth is especially remarkable, with the local black broth of Shizuoka fully infusing the ingredients, captivating anyone who tastes it.
The interior has a retro atmosphere with a warm, wooden ambiance, creating a comforting environment for enjoying time with friends or family while eating oden. The shop offers traditional Shizuoka oden, including the local black hanpen (fish cake) and daikon radish, topped generously with dashi powder and aonori (green seaweed).
Highlights
To fully enjoy the oden experience at Roman, start by soaking in the shop’s atmosphere. Sit at the counter, watch the oden simmering before you, and enjoy the delightful aroma of the broth. The ingredients are diverse, with Shizuoka’s unique black hanpen, daikon, and fresh seasonal vegetables changing with the seasons. The black hanpen, a local delicacy, is something you must try.
Visiting with friends or family allows you to share different ingredients and enjoy a variety of tastes. The conversations around the oden pot will warm your heart. Pairing your oden with local sake or Shizuoka beer will elevate the flavors. Especially, the “Shizuoka-wari,” a local drink made by mixing Shizuoka-grown matcha with shochu, is a must-try.
Location and Official Website
Name: Romance (Aoba Oden Street) {浪漫（青葉おでん街）}
Address: 2-3-6 Tokiwacho, Aoi-ku, Shizuoka City
Hours: 4:30pm – 12:30am
*Closed: Wednesday & Thursday (consecutive holidays)
Contact: 054-255-1086
Official Website: Link
Note: Information is accurate at the time of publication. Please check the official website for updates on hours or closures before visiting.
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