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izakaya; Japanese-style pub; tavern
A type of casual Japanese drinking establishment that serves alcoholic beverages along with a variety of small dishes, often used for socializing after work.
居酒屋で飲もう。
Let's go drink at an izakaya.
仕事の後、同僚と居酒屋に行った。
After work, I went to an izakaya with my colleagues.
この居酒屋は料理が美味しいと評判だ。
This izakaya has a reputation for delicious food.
CULTURAL NOTE:
Izakayas are popular gathering places for friends and coworkers. They typically offer a wide variety of small dishes meant for sharing, along with beer, sake, and other drinks. Many have a casual, lively atmosphere.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 居酒屋で飲む (to drink at an izakaya)
- 居酒屋に行く (to go to an izakaya)
SIMILAR:
- バー (bar - Western-style)
- 飲み屋 (drinking establishment - informal)