Kokoro-den Launches 'Eel x Mita Pork' Fair from June 4: New Iron-Plate Stamina Menu Perfect for Girls' Night Out

Marche Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Abeno-ku, Osaka; President & CEO: Hirotsugu Kato), which operates a community-based izakaya chain under the motto 'People, Taste, Fun,' will hold a limited-time 'Eel Feast!' & 'Mita Pork' fair at its nationwide 'Kokoro-den' locations starting Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Kokoro-den's specialty is its live cooking experience, where each item is carefully grilled on an iron plate after ordering. This fair maximizes that strength, featuring a lineup of freshly cooked stamina dishes such as the thick 'Eel Kabayaki' coated in a rich sweet sauce, the 'Eel Kabayaki with Sichuan Pepper Butter' offering a pleasant tingling sensation, and 'Mita Pork Ginger Grilled' quickly sautéed on a hot iron plate to lock in the ingredients' natural flavors.

Furthermore, new and exciting snacks perfect for conversation include 'U~Egg!', a soft-boiled egg topped generously with eel, and 'Kabayaki Cheese Pizza', a crispy shared dish.

These limited-time menu items offer a slightly more luxurious experience than usual at Kokoro-den, perfect as a daily reward. Enjoy these exceptionally delicious stamina dishes with a crisp Midori Gin Soda or a Kakubin Highball while having lively conversations with friends.

*Please note that menu items may vary by location.

Fair Menu Introduction

Eel Kabayaki with Sichuan Pepper Butter

Eel Kabayaki

A classic dish featuring thick, slowly grilled eel with kabayaki sauce. The lineup includes the fluffy and tender 'Kabayaki' and the 'Sichuan Pepper Butter' with its pleasant spicy kick. A special limited-time item perfect for a taste comparison.

Each ¥759 (tax included)

U~Egg!

U~Egg!

A playful Kokoro-den original featuring a soft-boiled egg generously topped with eel. The melting texture and sauce combine for a satisfying experience in every bite.

¥759 (tax included)

Kabayaki Cheese Pizza

Kabayaki Cheese Pizza

A Japanese-Western fusion pizza with a crispy thin crust topped with eel and rich, melted cheese. The flavor of the kabayaki blends perfectly with the mild cheese, and the aroma of the nori seaweed sprinkled on top adds a finishing touch. A perfect snack for conversation.

¥649 (tax included)

Eel Garlic Rice

Eel Garlic Rice

A stamina-packed rice dish featuring garlic rice stir-fried on an iron plate, topped with eel and egg. The rich aroma of garlic stimulates the senses, offering a deep flavor where the fluffy egg, plump eel, and garlic come together.

¥759 (tax included)

Mita Pork Grilled Shabu (Ponzu)

Mita Pork Grilled Shabu (Ponzu)

Made with thigh meat from the branded 'Mita Pork,' known for its fine texture and refreshingly elegant sweetness. Quickly grilled on a hot iron plate to render excess fat, bringing out the pure flavor of the meat. Served with grated daikon radish and ponzu sauce for a light, lingering taste.

¥869 (tax included)

Mita Pork Ginger Grilled

Mita Pork Ginger Grilled

Mita Pork generously coated in a special ginger-flavored sauce. The sweetness of the meat and the sharp aroma of ginger provide an energy boost. The crunchy texture of onions and bean sprouts makes it a perfect match for highballs and sours.

¥759 (tax included)

Mita Pork Soft Egg Tonpei

Mita Pork Soft Egg Tonpei

A satisfying dish combining fragrantly grilled Mita Pork with fluffy eggs. The richness of the egg gently envelops the umami of the meat, with the refreshing tang of red pickled ginger providing a nice accent. A carefully crafted snack that is a luxurious twist on Kokoro-den's signature dish, coated in okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise.

¥539 (tax included)

*Images in this release are for illustrative purposes only.
*Menu items and content are subject to change or termination without notice.

About Kokoro-den, the Chatting Izakaya

Kokoro-den is a low-priced iron-plate izakaya designed to be easily accessible for female customers. It aims to create a store environment enjoyable for a wide range of customers, with a focus on women.

Its features include a variety of easy-to-eat and shareable iron-plate dishes, allowing customers to casually enjoy different foods in small portions. There are no appetizer charges, seat fees, or service charges, ensuring a worry-free pricing structure.

The interior features a balanced layout of counter and table seats, accommodating everyone from solo diners to groups. Friendly staff provide bright and courteous service. Kokoro-den offers a homely, unpretentious space where customers can experience 'the joy of choosing, the joy of eating, and the joy of gathering.'

About Marche Co., Ltd.

With the philosophy of 'Creating a Clinic for the Heart' and the motto 'People, Taste, Fun,' Marche Co., Ltd. operates chains of directly managed and franchise stores under brands such as 'Suikoden,' 'Hakkenden,' 'Kokoro-den,' 'Gyoza Shokudo Marken,' 'Hachiemon,' 'Yakisoba Center,' and 'Hakken Sakaba,' among other formats.

In 2026, the company continues to uphold its management philosophy of 'Creating a Clinic for the Heart' while setting a key policy of 'Diversity Marche' to create new value. It aims for diversity management that looks not only domestically but also globally.

The company's concept of diversity management involves challenging three new possibilities:
1. Creation of new business formats
2. Active roles for new human resources
3. Building a new corporate culture

Through these activities, the company is taking a step forward as 'New Marche' = 'Diversity Marche' by adopting a perspective that encompasses global markets and changing its viewpoint.

[Marche Co., Ltd.]

Head Office: 2-20-14 Hannan-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka
President & CEO: Hirotsugu Kato
Business: Management and franchising of 'Hakkenden,' 'Gyoza Shokudo Marken,' 'Suikoden,' 'Kokoro-den,' 'Hakken Sakaba,' 'Hachiemon,' 'Yakisoba Center,' etc.
Number of stores: 275 (as of March 31, 2025)
Established: September 8, 1972
Website: https://www.marche.co.jp/