From the Market in 50 Seconds! "Ajiman," a Traditional House Restaurant Featuring Fresh Seafood, Opens on Iwai Beach, Minamiboso City on June 11th, Showcasing the Charms of Minamiboso's Sea and Cuisine

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  • From the Market in 50 Seconds! "Ajiman," a Traditional House Restaurant Featuring Fresh Seafood, Opens on Iwai Beach, Minamiboso City on June 11th, Showcasing the Charms of Minamiboso's Sea and Cuisine
  • Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. has opened "Ajiman," a seafood bowl restaurant specializing in local fish, on Iwai Beach in Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture. The restaurant aims to be a community hub, promoting the food culture and attractions of Minamiboso and revitalizing local specialty products.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 11, 2026

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Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. has opened "Ajiman," a seafood bowl restaurant specializing in local fish, on Iwai Beach in Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture. The restaurant aims to be a community hub, promoting the food culture and attractions of Minamiboso and revitalizing local specialty products.

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Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. has opened "Ajiman," a seafood bowl restaurant specializing in local fish, on Iwai Beach in Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture. The restaurant aims to be a community hub, promoting the food culture and attractions of Minamiboso and revitalizing local specialty products.

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Spice Works Holdings Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Taito-ku, Tokyo) will open "Ajiman," a restaurant specializing in seafood bowls featuring local fish, in the Iwai Beach area of Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture.

This establishment is not just a restaurant but a community exchange hub designed to promote the charms of Minamiboso's nature, food culture, and people, with a view to introducing regional specialties and revitalizing local ingredients. We aim to build a community-rooted restaurant together with everyone for decades to come.

■ A Place to "Come for a Weekend Deep Breath," Not Just a Tourist Spot

In recent years, with changes in work styles and lifestyles, "micro-retreats" – spending time to reset oneself away from the hustle and bustle, rather than long-distance travel – have been gaining attention. We view Minamiboso not as a "tourist destination" but as a place with such value.

Minamiboso, about 80 minutes from the city center, lacks the flashiness of famous tourist spots, but it offers calm seas, a slowly flowing time, and abundant food.

It retains many charms that are not yet widely known. Ajiman starts as a place to convey these charms through "food."

■ Revitalizing a Traditional House, with a Treehouse in the Garden

The restaurant utilizes a traditional house that remained in the area.

Furthermore, a treehouse has been installed in the garden, creating a space where adults, children, and even dogs can enjoy themselves.

We aim to be a lodging-style restaurant where guests can spend their time leisurely while feeling the sea breeze, not just for meals.

Experience the nostalgia of the Showa era and the extraordinary feeling of spending time in nature.

You can experience time that is uniquely Minamiboso.

■ "Today's Fish" Changes Daily

The sea of Minamiboso is a warm sea area influenced by the Kuroshio Current.

It is known as one of Japan's leading fishing grounds, where a wide variety of fish and shellfish are landed due to the confluence of the strong currents of the outer Boso coast and the calm seas of the inner Boso coast.

At Ajiman, we cherish the culture of "eating fish caught in the morning on the same day" that has existed around Iwai Beach for a long time. We offer fish centered on freshly caught local fish, sourced from a market just a 50-second drive from the restaurant every morning, ensuring unparalleled freshness. You can savor the freshness and the local atmosphere.

The menu changes daily depending on the season and fishing conditions, offering the pleasure of encountering different tastes with each visit.

We aim to be a restaurant where memories of visiting Minamiboso remain in your heart along with a bowl of our food.

Our company has operated restaurants across Japan, and starting with this establishment, we will also focus on initiatives to promote the charms of various regions in the future.

Through Ajiman, we aim to increase fans of Minamiboso and foster "related population" engagement not only with tourists but also with local residents on an ongoing basis.

Signature Dish: Ajiman Donburi 1799 yen (1979 yen)

Signature Dish: Ajiman Donburi 1799 yen (1979 yen)

Local sashimi and special kakiage (deep-fried mixed fritter) are a perfect match!

A bowl that offers a delightful textural contrast.

Tuna is caught in Chiba! We've incorporated new learnings about Chiba. (Fish other than tuna are decided each morning).

Tateyama and Minamiboso, located at the entrance of Tokyo Bay, have long been rich fishing grounds frequented by large migratory fish.

Depending on the season, you might encounter "Wild Yellowfin Tuna from Tateyama Offshore" or "Bluefin Tuna from Boso Offshore."

All meals are served with a rich miso soup made with shrimp dashi and rice flavored with a subtle clam dashi.

Marinated local fish and Nanohana (rapeseed blossoms) kakiage, like a field of rapeseed flowers

Nanohana Donburi 1599 yen (1759 yen)

A bowl that captures the scenery of Boso, savoring Chiba.

Local fish landed on the day is marinated in our special soy sauce tare to bring out its umami. On top, we add tempura of Nanohana, which is also Chiba Prefecture's prefectural flower. Enjoy the contrast between the light, crispy Nanohana tempura and the rich, sticky marinated fish.
*Non-perishable items can be taken home if you cannot finish your meal. Please inform the staff.

Enjoy the aroma of the sea and the rich flavor of tuna.

Akamoku Bomb Teishoku (Set Meal) 1699 yen (1869 yen)

A luxurious combination of Akamoku (seaweed) cultivated in the seas of Chiba and tuna.

Akamoku, known as a "sea vegetable," has a unique crispy and slimy texture. We combine it with flavorful tuna. Mix well to create a special "bakudan don" (bomb bowl) where the sliminess and umami meld together. Served with special miso soup.

Funamori Sashimi Teishoku (Boat Platter Sashimi Set Meal) 2299 yen (2529 yen)

A luxurious platter of sashimi showcasing the bounty of the inner Boso Sea.

We carefully select the freshest local fish landed on the day, choosing the most delicious species available at the time. Enjoy the rich blessings of Chiba's inner Boso Sea, which changes its expression with the seasons, to your heart's content.

A set meal where you can enjoy fresh local fish sashimi in your choice of 3, 5, or 7 types.

Bayu (Horse Meat) Yukke Donburi 1799 yen (1979 yen)

A colorful and appetizing horse meat yukke bowl! Generous amounts of horse meat with a rich umami and moderate sweetness are used.

Enjoy it as is, or wrap it in Korean seaweed for added aroma and texture, creating an even deeper flavor.
For those who want meat!

Asari Udon (Clam Udon) in Boso Style, Savouring the Full Flavor of Clams

Mini Asari Udon 499 yen (649 yen)

Asari Udon to savor the bounty of the Boso Sea.

Highly recommended as an add-on to your set meal...

The dashi broth is infused with the rich flavor extracted from plenty of clams, spreading a wonderful aroma with every sip.

A bowl whose gentle yet robust clam flavor warms your body, making you want to drink every last drop.

Kiwami Funamori (Premium Boat Platter)

Reservations required.

Sashimi and Tempura Teishoku (Set Meal)

For those who can't decide...

Ajiman Teishoku (Set Meal)

Enjoying Horse Mackerel to the fullest!

Kinmedai (Splendid Alfonsino) Shabu-Shabu

Reservations required. Takeaway available.

*** Store Overview ***

Store Name: Ajiman
Location: 1619 Takasaki, Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture, 299-2223

Phone Number: 0470-28-4772

Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Regular Holidays: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajiman_iwaiseaside
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FAQ

Where is "Ajiman" located?

It is located in a revitalized traditional house in the Iwai Beach area of Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture, about 80 minutes from the city center.

What kind of menu items are available?

The main dishes are seafood bowls made with fresh local fish, including the signature "Ajiman Donburi" and "Nanohana Donburi."

What are the features of "Ajiman"?

Features include extremely fresh local fish sourced daily from the market, a nostalgic atmosphere in a renovated traditional house, a treehouse in the garden, and its role as a community exchange hub.

What are the business hours?

Business hours are from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Is a reservation required?

Some menu items (Premium Boat Platter, Splendid Alfonsino Shabu-Shabu) require reservations, but generally, walk-ins are welcome.