【NEW OPEN】Popular Kyoto Karasuma's "Sumiloman" Opens First Osaka Branch at LINKS UMEDA on April 27th (Mon)!
Fun International Co., Ltd. is opening its first Osaka branch of the beloved Kyoto robatayaki izakaya "Sumiloman" at LINKS UMEDA on April 27, 2026. This new location will feature the traditional "Irori-yaki" (hearthside grilling) for the first time, offering a live, atmospheric dining experience.
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The robatayaki izakaya "Sumiloman," loved in Kyoto's Karasuma district, located in a back alley near Nishiki Market and known for its renovated over 90-year-old Kyoto townhouse and vibrant atmosphere, is opening its first Osaka branch.
Fun International Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Osaka; President & CEO: Ryuji Fukuda) will open the "Sumiloman LINKS UMEDA Store," its first location in Osaka, on Monday, April 27, 2026, on the 8th floor of the Osaka/Umeda landmark "LINKS UMEDA." This new store will retain the Kyoto-like charm and the lively atmosphere of charcoal cooking, while also offering a unique Umeda experience that caters to lunch and families.
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## ■ The excitement of gathering around a hearth. The joy of "robatayaki" loved in Kyoto, now in Umeda.
The highlight of Sumiloman is the live experience of watching charcoal-grilled dishes being prepared right before your eyes. The LINKS UMEDA store will be the **first to introduce "Irori-yaki" (primitive grilling),** which has gained immense popularity at its sister stores "Sushi Sumiloman" and "Hyakusumiloman" in Kyoto.
This traditional technique involves standing fish around a charcoal fire and slowly grilling them with far-infrared rays, resulting in a finish where **"the skin is crispy and fragrant, and the flesh is surprisingly plump and juicy."** The spectacle of food being grilled dynamically right in front of you is full of live atmosphere and will make your dining experience even more vibrant.
In a warm space adorned with reclaimed wood, we offer a moment where you can feel the charm and bustle of Kyoto while being in the heart of the city.
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## ■ Carefully selected meats and seafood...
Keywords: LINKS UMEDA, First Osaka Store, Kyoto Origin, Robatayaki, Irori-yaki, Izakaya, Set Meal, Lunch, Osaka Dinner, Yodobashi Umeda
Fun International Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Osaka; President & CEO: Ryuji Fukuda) will open the "Sumiloman LINKS UMEDA Store," its first location in Osaka, on Monday, April 27, 2026, on the 8th floor of the Osaka/Umeda landmark "LINKS UMEDA." This new store will retain the Kyoto-like charm and the lively atmosphere of charcoal cooking, while also offering a unique Umeda experience that caters to lunch and families.
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## ■ The excitement of gathering around a hearth. The joy of "robatayaki" loved in Kyoto, now in Umeda.
The highlight of Sumiloman is the live experience of watching charcoal-grilled dishes being prepared right before your eyes. The LINKS UMEDA store will be the **first to introduce "Irori-yaki" (primitive grilling),** which has gained immense popularity at its sister stores "Sushi Sumiloman" and "Hyakusumiloman" in Kyoto.
This traditional technique involves standing fish around a charcoal fire and slowly grilling them with far-infrared rays, resulting in a finish where **"the skin is crispy and fragrant, and the flesh is surprisingly plump and juicy."** The spectacle of food being grilled dynamically right in front of you is full of live atmosphere and will make your dining experience even more vibrant.
In a warm space adorned with reclaimed wood, we offer a moment where you can feel the charm and bustle of Kyoto while being in the heart of the city.
---
## ■ Carefully selected meats and seafood...
Keywords: LINKS UMEDA, First Osaka Store, Kyoto Origin, Robatayaki, Irori-yaki, Izakaya, Set Meal, Lunch, Osaka Dinner, Yodobashi Umeda