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Banya Main shop

Inexpensive big plate for fresh local seasonal fish!

30 Sep 2026 See More

When you're in Chiba, you have to eat seafood! This time I came to Banya Main Shop, and after trying it, I couldn't help but say, “Wow—I haven't had seafood this delicious in such a long time!”

The seasonal fish was freshly caught, the ingredients were fresh, and the portions were generous. Most importantly, the prices were reasonable and the meal was very satisfying. You could taste the seafood's fresh sweetness in every bite. It didn't disappoint at all.

As expected, it was busier around mealtime and there were quite a few people, but fortunately, we only waited about 10 minutes for a table. It was well worth the wait. This meal was super satisfying!

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