Yao Ya

Yaoya is a highly-regarded okonomiyaki shop in Hakusan, Ishikawa, consistently selected for Tabelog Okonomiyaki Hyakumeiten since 2023. The owner, originally from Yao, Osaka, meticulously prepares authentic Kansai-style okonomiyaki, including simmering dashi overnight to create the perfect batter. Reviewers consistently praise the incredibly fluffy texture of the okonomiyaki and other teppanyaki dishes like tonpeiyaki and ikayaki. Often described as a hidden culinary gem, the restaurant primarily operates by reservation for its course menu, which beautifully showcases a deep appreciation for the art of okonomiyaki.