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Behind the Counter at the Freshest Chicken Shop in Japan



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We’re going behind the counter at a local family-owned Japanese chicken speciality shop in Tokyo Japan. This is tour from inside of their kitchen from their morning open time of 5:00AM. This Tokyo hidden gem chicken shop receives farm fresh chicken deliveries daily, refrigerating them overnight to bring out the natural umami from their bones, and finally dressing them first thing the next morning, which produces an unmatched level of freshness and flavor when compared to machine processed chickens sold at the supermarket. This hidden Japanese chicken in Gotanda, is known for its umami-rich, juicy and tender meat selectively sourcing domestic free-range chickens called daisen-dori and shingen-dori from Totori and Yamanashi prefectures, which has remained unchanged since the shop was first opened. Itโ€™s one of the reasons why many of itโ€™s customers often say, they wonโ€™t shop anywhere else. It’s also perfect to get some Tokyo Street Food or Japanese Street Food if you are in the neighborhood. Shinanoya, opened in 1949 going back 3 generations and located just a 3 minute walk from Gotanda station. They uniquely dress their chickens from the start of each morning to deliver the freshest chicken meat and dishes to their customers as possible. One of my favorites is the Karaage Fried Chicken but they server all sorts of Japanese sozai dishes such as yakitori, korroke and chicken menchi.

Shinanoya Chicken Speciality Shop
IG – shinanoya.gotanda9320
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50 Comments

  1. The fact that other local businesses use their chicken speaks volumes about the quality. The longevity of those inter-business relationships also tells a great deal about the integrity of the shop and the owners. Lovely videoโค!

  2. I dont know why but the "why did the chicken crossed the road" joke just caught me off guard and made me laugh lol XD ๐Ÿ˜‚

  3. @AbroadinJapan how have you not made it into the freshest fried chicken shop in Japan?

  4. Can you review desert/sweet shop someday? though i don't really like sweet i just want to see how they made it. Thanks!

  5. It is amazing that people are so embedded with quality that they invest their lives perfecting their crafts. These videos are inspiring, Paolo. Thank you for what you do!

  6. That worker he asked "Do you have any hobbies?" And she replied with "I only get 1 day off a week and I spend it doing chores!" I can't stop shaking my head at how seriously depressing that sounds lol. Thank God I live in Australia

  7. Damn Paolo – this is like broadcast TV good stuff! Thanks – now I am off to Wing Stop for some chicken! ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ”

  8. Dear Paolo, I really like your videos. Still, it would be nice to see sometimes a few videos that are perhaps a bit more critical about certain aspects (like overworking etc) of society in Japan. For instance, the lady saying that she has to work six days per week and only one day off does not sound like the healthiest work-life balance – even if she is proud of her work. Such videos need not be related or focused on specific vendors or jobs but likely there are activists in Japan who are arguing for a different way of life. It would be nice to see you talk to them and learn about their perspective. Even if you ignore my suggestion: Thanks for all the great content! It is nice to have a window into this beautiful culture ๐Ÿ™‚ Regards from Europe!

  9. "i have a hobby but i work 6 days and my spare day i spend on chores" that's so sad… Then the 84 year old said "i've worked here for 61 years" and was interpreted as "you must really love working here"… This is so sad

  10. The technical term is air chilled. I agree air chilled is the best. Typical factory makes water chilled. Not gonna go into details for that one. It's kinda gross

  11. Hi Paolo, could you do another eating video, in which you try all these chicken products and explain what exactly is sold? That would be great.

  12. So wonderful โค
    Watching from India ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

  13. Congratulations Paolo! I follow your channel for some time and I am very happy to see your work. I always wanted to live in Japan and through your videos I can learn a lot about the culture and daily life of this fantastic nation. I'm Brazilian and I work with production and post-production. If I can help you with anything, feel free to contact me. Big hug and success!!!

  14. He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
    John 3:36
    For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
    Romansโ€ฌ โ€ญ6โ€ฌ:โ€ญ23
    Jesus Christ is the only way, seek Him while He may be found, before itโ€™s too late, tomorrow is never promised.

  15. He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
    John 3:36
    For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
    Romansโ€ฌ โ€ญ6โ€ฌ:โ€ญ23
    Jesus Christ is the only way, seek Him while He may be found, before itโ€™s too late, tomorrow is never promised.

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  17. Hello Paolo I'm glad that I discovered your channel. Thank U for touring us all in Japan virtually. This is so amazing for someone like me who wants to live in Japan. Love from the Philippines! โคโคโค

  18. You look so tired and eyes swollen. I appreciate your effort to film all these videos which I always enjoyed. Keep it up and great stuff! Rest well โค

  19. I wish there was a chicken shop like this where I live, that team work and dedication is amazing, plus the food looks delicious!

  20. Imagine have to do those tedious yet hard work every day. With anywork you must have a good attitude and passion or else you will injure yourself or won't last๐Ÿ˜‚. Being zenfull in very moment of what you do.

  21. every F'ing millennial sells crap to sponcer their shows.. we dont want to buy your crap….useless

  22. I love your videos, Paolo, but these foodie ones just kill me! I could just dive into that karaage!!!

  23. Hi Paolo. I love these videos! You make everything so interesting and fun. Their work ethic is no joke! I can see why they have been around for so long. Thanks Paolo. Keep them coming! Love from Tennessee ๐Ÿ˜Š

  24. How can they afford to pay their staff if the prices are so low?! At least increase by 100-150y! PLEASE, for the love of god!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  25. Do Japanese people sleep less often than Americans? Video after video of these and I keep seeing a pattern of like 5-6 hours of sleep (slept at midnight and has to be at work around 5am????). I definitely sleep more and will sacrifice free time to get an hour or two of more sleep for 7-8.

  26. That grilled chicken with that teriyaki sauce…man, am I hungry…Now, please do a bakery next!

  27. Thank you so much for your videos! I had a misfortune, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I also created a channel and am trying to move in that direction, but so far not very successful((ww

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