Behind the Counter at a Japanese Fire Chicken Restaurant
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This is Behind the Counter at Momoyaki Momo chan, a Japanese charcoal grilled chicken izakaya restaurant with a truly authentic local vibe, tucked away in one of the backstreets of the Sumiyoshi area in Hakata Fukuoka Japan. Aoki san started the shop 10 years ago after working separately as a restaurant manager. With over 28 years of experience in the food industry he decided to challenge himself, start his own business and follow his dreams. He strictly uses only Satsuma Chirandori chicken raised in Kagoshima. These chickens undergo an extensive 450 day free range rearing process which allows them to fully mature naturally and develop their uniquely rich flavor characteristic and exceptional plump texture. He uses a chicken oil called CHIYU in Japanese to grill the fire chicken and Ogatan, a charcoal relatively inexpensive but produces a strong flame which unlike more expensive charcoals produces his signature blacked chicken with a richer and smokier flavor.
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@aliali-ce3yf 21 күн бұрын
2:09 - what are those orange/yellow balls? egg yolks?
@world4saker 21 күн бұрын
just got the mild sauce it's even tastier I use on everything tried with rice it's so good
@typerightseesight 21 күн бұрын
The intestines are egg shaped!?
@Yorredroc 21 күн бұрын
when he said 100 push-ups I thought he was going to ad "100 sit-ups, 100 squats, then a 10k run" lol
@ivonekowalczyk5823 21 күн бұрын
Hilarious!
@kidkaptain 21 күн бұрын
Glad I'm not the only one who immediately thought of Saitama when he said that
@BERANABUS 21 күн бұрын
HAHAHAHHAHA One Punch Man 😂😂😂😂
@tjav001 21 күн бұрын
A couple more years and all of his hair might fall out. He will be a transformed man by then.
@KevinLewis-kp6qv 21 күн бұрын
Solo leveling
@JaycedTea 21 күн бұрын
I LOVE that you document both the large and small establishments. Going through each one of them really makes me feel like I'm experiencing Japan through you.
@sarahrean7174 21 күн бұрын
You are new here only 3 months and you are already watched all of his videos 😮
@EvanMapleMaggot 21 күн бұрын
@@sarahrean7174 nah, he means that he is keep watching videos and seeing different kinds of restaurants, not watched every of them already.
@JaycedTea 19 күн бұрын
@@sarahrean7174 I have an older account on another device.
@Kira_Yoshikage959 21 күн бұрын
I feel like this man would make a reliable uncle who gives you profound advice when life becomes a bit too much
@danyaalolday6541 21 күн бұрын
That 80yo mom, leaving the shop alone, backup, so old yet so strong. amazing...simply amazing.
@ChickensAndGardening 21 күн бұрын
She's 85, actually.
@danyaalolday6541 21 күн бұрын
@@ChickensAndGardening WHAT! WOAH, THAT MAKES IT EVEN MORE AMAZING.
@AudioJellyfish 6 күн бұрын
It's japan, she's perfectly safe
@cjzhou7210 6 күн бұрын
it's normal in japan... when I visited japan, saw many old ppl still working, and they looked pretty health and happy.
@HishamShoblaq 20 күн бұрын
When a burnt wall is an acceptable part of the restaurant aesthetic, you know the chicken is good.
@Lipurshan 21 күн бұрын
- The way he waved to bye his mom - The way he said when he asked, 'is it hard to do all the things alone?' (it's harder on the customer to wait for me) - The way he said his coach can do 100 pullups but he can do only 5 He is a good heart man and so humble, that's why his food tastes good.
@DiddyKongDon 21 күн бұрын
These need to be longer! Its too good to be this short! Also I personally love seeing/hearing more of the customers interviews
@onemoredeadman 21 күн бұрын
Yeah right, a humble Japanese man tells you he's not that good at karate. Translation, he'll knock your head off as you blink
@tommywayneee 21 күн бұрын
Hahaha exactly my first thought.
@NicolasdeFontenay 21 күн бұрын
Thought the same thing. 15 years of karate.... in Japan,. He's good. But he measures himself with others younger and better than him.
@sebastiend.5335 21 күн бұрын
Kyokushinkai for the win!! Haha
@lainiwakura1776 19 күн бұрын
@@NicolasdeFontenay He is Japanese, it's a cultural thing to be humble to the point of downplaying your skill.
@loviix08 18 күн бұрын
He runs EVERYTHING in his restaurant from being the owner, the cook, cashier and even the bouncer 😂😂😂
@i.h.978 21 күн бұрын
When uncle said he used to flee from challenges I could relate so much, but seeing his hardwork now inspires me to be constant as well. Truly appreciate that now he's so passionate about what he does that he doesn't even think about retiring. It's a remarkable quality in Japanese people. Also chiyu is so tasteful, anytime we bake chicken tights I use the rendered chicken fat to eat with rice and some peppers. The chicken broth boiling for 10 hours or more made me drool. Just love long-time cooking broths! Wish all the best to uncle and Paolo's family ❤️
@Zeithri 21 күн бұрын
I don't personally agree with the idea of running from challenges. It sounds to me more like everything he tried to do simply wasn't for him. It's pointless to work with something you don't burn for. You'll do a poor job and only take up the spot for someone else.
@user-vn1js2ey5r 5 күн бұрын
@@Zeithri What u said is true, the point is chicken uncle learned from his past mistakes and now he's thriving to become better every day.
@hlwtb3 6 күн бұрын
My family is from Hakata, Fukuoka and it’s so comforting listening to the accent. Just makes me feel like I’m back! So cool to see you do videos in Fukuoka!
@omtakes 19 күн бұрын
I love that there's charcoal smoke evidence right on the building. It adds to the umami, for sure.
@basicallyDELULU 19 күн бұрын
yeah fr
@BakaTaco 21 күн бұрын
I've never heard of Fire Chicken before, but oh my god, I am HUNGRY for some Fire Chicken now. It looks INCREDIBLY delicious. Thanks for always working hard, Paolo. It's crystal clear that you love what you do, and it makes us viewers happy to see you happy. It's infectious! I love the effort you put into your content, and it truly shows in your Behind the Counter series. What an awesome channel, you and the people behind the scenes deserve so much praise.
@tully6648 8 күн бұрын
"I respect young people's ideas. It's better than the ideas coming from my old brain." This actually means a whole lot coming from a man who said that he messed around a lot as a kid. He could easily think that young peoples' ideas are rubbish based on how he was, and he'd find plenty of people to tell him he's right. But he chooses differently. Good on him, and God bless.
@diningwithderek 21 күн бұрын
This is perfect for when I go to Fukuoka in a month! Japanese chicken is the best!!!! 😋
@MrWescottX 21 күн бұрын
Ikr.
@BakaTaco 21 күн бұрын
I'm jealous! Eat lots of good food, especially the Fire Chicken!
@yangcanggihdotcom 21 күн бұрын
don't forget Fukuoka ramen.
@GigiSoon299 17 күн бұрын
@@BakaTacojtkue😂😂
@rotanakhin1737 21 күн бұрын
I just love how minimalist japanese people are
@salguodrolyat2594 20 күн бұрын
They focus on the important things of life.🤔
@ilhamakbar4596 12 күн бұрын
I’m really aspired to be like this one day. One man show running a restaurant, with only few customers at one time during the evening. This guy’s composure and confident is beyond anybody I know. 🙌🏻🙌🏻
@ty2k 20 күн бұрын
You know you've found the right charcoal chicken spot when the entire front facade of the building is blackened by fire
@aliali-ce3yf 21 күн бұрын
1:25 - that parking garage is spotless !
@jonlambert1879 21 күн бұрын
wish north america could learn something from them
@painiacs83 4 күн бұрын
Love his cooking and attitude. Thanks Paolo for showing us
@bearietheenglishbulldog4517 21 күн бұрын
I really admire all the work and enthusiasm jappanese put in their shop or job. They make their daily jobs seem more interesting and also very authentic. ❤
@shygorilla8082 19 күн бұрын
I love watching videos of these small little food shops. So much love goes into the food.
@Hultgen 21 күн бұрын
Always happy when I see a paolo from tokyo notification on my phone. 🤗 you guys are the best
@truckersluck5111 21 күн бұрын
We need more of these videos. I look forward to them so much!
@ethanpf 20 күн бұрын
these kind of videos are the best Paolo experience from Japan
@meiyunn825 4 күн бұрын
I really enjoyed this video, I love the mindset of this man, just thinking about the present, enjoying his job and customers and showing his passion. He deserved a lot, I would love to go taste his food, it looks amazing 😊
@bigbro05 20 күн бұрын
Such a nice cozy feeling in this shop. A man doing what he is passionate of and with his sweet mom helping out. Almost like one of those all-nighter shop where everyone knows each other.
@chiarachivilo6893 21 күн бұрын
Thank you for such interesting videos!
@MuziRyuu 21 күн бұрын
Oh man, I’ve been waiting!! I like the way they make their chicken in a unique way. Hopefully I’ll get to visit there one day.
@Romial34 21 күн бұрын
LOVE this videos of yours. I'm also a big fan of the interviews with the customers because they usually provide great insight as to what others think of the shop.
@AmbientWalking 21 күн бұрын
What a wonderful way of seeing the world. Thank you so much. Really appreciate your channel!
@curtiscroft966 20 күн бұрын
This guy was really cool Paolo, it's refreshing to see folks who are down to earth. Great job with the video Kuya Paolo!
@steeveedeee 21 күн бұрын
I love the way you edit your videos. Asking the question in english and good subtitles after. You deserve all your success. Have a blessed day brother
@vamosnippon Күн бұрын
Oh man I’ve had this charcoal cooked chicken at this restaurant Tsukadanojo in Japan. It’s the best chicken dish I’ve had. Pure flavor and umami from the Jidori chicken and the smokey aroma. I can’t even imagine how good this Kagoshima chicken must be!
@shubus 20 күн бұрын
Hat's off this man. It's just so great to see him enjoying what he does and have is cooking well appreciated. This video is too short! Really enjoyed hearing him.
@sirskidney7998 20 күн бұрын
Hi Paolo and Maiko, another great episode of A Day In The Life. It’s amazing to me that you can find these tiny family establishments and take us along. Thank so much for all the effort that you put into this a thanks to Maiko for the wonderful editing behind the scenes. Can’t wait for the next episode!
@roger4256 21 күн бұрын
Hi From Panama! I love your videos and always use them to teach English to my Students!
@lanzegife 21 күн бұрын
that's awesome
@pawzburning 21 күн бұрын
Thanks for the upload. Watching while eating breakfast!
@maknifeandrods7701 21 күн бұрын
Love the small shops you visit.
@laclaires8999 20 күн бұрын
Yay @ Team Paolo in Tokyo!! I get so happy when I see a new notification!! Keep up the great work ❤😊
@MzzzNettie 21 күн бұрын
I love these behind the scenes videos.
@paulma3881 21 күн бұрын
Your videos are so well made, i love them keep the good work paolo!
@taoubanef9378 19 күн бұрын
Love it!!!! Wish the videos are longer! Keep going!
@icerag 20 күн бұрын
Sumibiyaki in the Miyazaki area is one of the most unique and best tasting chicken dishes I’ve had. Thanks Paolo for featuring this dish and this chef.
@christopherharris6005 10 күн бұрын
Awesome video as always Paolo. These family owned and operated restaurant is so amazing and the food looks so delicious.
@markclayton626 3 күн бұрын
Loved this place…❤
@lucasbuff8451 21 күн бұрын
Paolo you are the best bro...this is legit content
@reubendias18 21 күн бұрын
Honestly, if I ever plan to visit Japan then your channel will save me a lot of time and effort with my itinerary. ❤
@wovenscrolls 21 күн бұрын
I like the good vibes in this video😃 The way you present it and the inviting vibe in the restaurant 😃
@Dixiwonderlandyoutube 21 күн бұрын
Love these videos so much! You doing an amazing job Paolo 🥰
@Jordan-inJapan 21 күн бұрын
Looks good! Kind of a smokier version of what we have here in Mie, where I live. We similarly cook it on a metal ‘net’ grill over a flame…but less dramatically so. Sweet miso sauce marinade is most popular. (In spite of our area being famous for wagyu, grilled chicken is what local people actually eat here.) Anyway, great content as usual, Paolo. 🍻
@PaolofromTOKYO 21 күн бұрын
Thank you for the insightful comment.
@musicmonkey602 21 күн бұрын
Each region of Japan has such amazing food. Jordan, maybe you should make more videos introducing food in your area, rather than always focusing on beer. Just an idea.
@Jordan-inJapan 21 күн бұрын
@@PaolofromTOKYO 🍻
@yog3n599 21 күн бұрын
My Japanese friend from Mie took me there. Even though that shop is located in such a weird place, where there is nothing near by it was full 15 mins by opening.
@ninjasec 21 күн бұрын
Really enjoyed this one.
@pv604 Күн бұрын
Was just here couple days ago. Definitely lived up to expectations!
@AiraXue 13 күн бұрын
I really really love these videos! I'm hoping to take a trip to Japan with my husband in November so I've watched all of your guide videos and I recently started watching these behind the counter videos. They're so fun and interesting! I'm not sure if this would even be possible since you live in Tokyo, but I would love to see some restaurants from Osaka or Kyoto in one of the behind the counter videos as well. If that's possible anyways. Keep up the amazing work! Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful insights into Japan
@francisnguyen6349 21 күн бұрын
Nice video, Paolo. Keep it up!
@zz3410 20 күн бұрын
Please show more of these small, fam businesses as they show the fabric of the community more than corporate ones. Great episode!
@Midori_Hoshi 21 күн бұрын
Looks amazing. I love your videos.
@scottshep8978 20 күн бұрын
The food looks delicious. He works hard at his job but you can tell he loves it. Despite her age it's nice to see his mom helps out.
@Sleemo_ 21 күн бұрын
perfect video while eating dinner, keep it up!
@MrWescottX 21 күн бұрын
Loving these japanese vids 🇯🇵
@llvalekll9299 19 күн бұрын
I loved watching this video definitely one of my favorites I wanna visit Japan someday
@yumi1001 21 күн бұрын
Love your videos Paolo!
@kyky7kyle7 21 күн бұрын
Nobody else noticed his window caught on fire??
@tachyonpulse 20 күн бұрын
Omg I'm SALIVATING throughout this video lol 🤤🤤🤤 need me some fire chicken stat!!!
@rudevalve 21 күн бұрын
Certified Gold!!!!!
@xman3988 20 күн бұрын
1:08 Aoki-San should modify his exhaust hood so the smoke doesn't stain the front of his building.
@BusyCasual 21 күн бұрын
I started binge watching every video in this series earlier today, what a coincidence!
@crazyfromaz2280 12 күн бұрын
This is one kick back dude. Very very chill attitude. I would love to eat there 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@belovedchaos1 19 күн бұрын
This guys is a role model! ❤ Amazing!
@patchingko2133 21 күн бұрын
Yes another behind the counter 💜
@zkakiz1 20 күн бұрын
i have to admit that before i watched this video i wasn't hungry, but got really hungry watching it. thanx for your hard work and greetings from Sweden :)
@jenninayvonne_ 21 күн бұрын
i wanna go back to japan because of your videos 😭 early!!
@belenaban5501 21 күн бұрын
looks so delicious
@Viral-Food-Travel-Channel 4 күн бұрын
yummmyyy
@aliceonel5798 15 күн бұрын
I love your videous!!!
@beren9969 19 күн бұрын
I love this series❤❤ hello from turkey😊
@parth_bhave7508 14 күн бұрын
Keep on making this series…🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻 love from India …💜💜
@HardRockBandSIGHTUNSEEN 13 күн бұрын
Excellent video as always. Without a doubt you are the most informative and objective video producer on Japan. Even though I have a Japanese wife and have visited Japan 7 times I'm still learning from you. Your video production is top class unlike others with unnecessary childish b rolls and side camera angles with people talking off camera or their heads way too much in the shot, you produce an extremely professional finished product and that's coming from another pro video producer who used to do weddings and music vids etc. Keep up the good work as you've been doing them and hopefully you don't run out of subjects. The thumbnails are great too by the way.
@danfrost9492 2 күн бұрын
Love the video. Love it even more as it has karate students in it. :)
@yaminogame7805 21 күн бұрын
nice, going to fukuoka on our trip in october. I will try to visit his shop! looks great and local feel.
@rickytiamzon5085 21 күн бұрын
I really hope to run into Paolo one day. I visit Japan quite often and plan to move there once I graduate.
@CharisseJanePascual 14 күн бұрын
Paolo! Haven't seen any Made in Japan video about Japan's confectioneries. I think they're huge in Japan. And yeah you always feature Bokksu so maybe a made in japan or behind the counter video about that? Looking forward to watching it 😃 Btw, you're a day in the life, made in japan, behind the counter series are my favorites. Keep it coming man!
@MickWilliamson 21 күн бұрын
Love Pauolos Content, even went to Tsukiji and bought his hot sauce, travelled over 7700KMS!! keep up the great work!
@ehabhenedeh9945 21 күн бұрын
Finally i managed to watch a video in early 17 mins period 😍😍 Love your channel mate🔥🔥
@PaolofromTOKYO 21 күн бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@vicvic2081 4 күн бұрын
So cool
@XzMondayNightzX 21 күн бұрын
There's "Fried chicken" and then there's F I R E C H I C K E N. The thing about this chicken is it looks so authentic. Plain sure but you know it'll taste fantastic.
@karlomiguelperez4450 21 күн бұрын
Would love to explore and have a taste of this someday!
@lruss5050 4 күн бұрын
A real expert! Bet it’s great!❤🇨🇦
@shoked99 17 күн бұрын
That was really great, thanks. I was expecting a cameo of your family at the end.
@Asheffc 18 күн бұрын
Beautiful s always !!
@thomasji7614 21 күн бұрын
Wow, another hidden gem restaurant! Definitely look more unique way to cook chicken, I definitely want to check it out next time I visit Japan. Thank you for another great video, have a great weekend Paolo!!!
@PaolofromTOKYO 21 күн бұрын
Have a great weekend!
@simplesmile6984 6 күн бұрын
This is the best
@brittanyw.9351 19 күн бұрын
He seems like such a sweet, wise soul.
@trekkergal460 17 күн бұрын
Going to fukuoka day after will try it out thanks :)
@rolfathan 18 күн бұрын
This place seems so good.
@Jalanjelajahofficial 16 күн бұрын
behind the counter is my favourite video ❤
@charpkun 21 күн бұрын
I can imagine the smells and the tastes. It was not until I visited Kyushu that i realized how good chicken from that region was. While Miyazaki is known internationally for wagyu and Kagoshima for kurobuta, both these places serve the best chicken dishes i have ever tasted. Grilled, karaage, nanban, in hotpot... more people should experience it but these chickens are hard to find internationally, and in fact even in Japan, short of specialty restaurants that use these chickens exclusively such as the one featured here
@moonhuggyadventures 21 күн бұрын
I love this, and also, just recieved my bottle of your hot sauce, and it is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! You're the best brotha
@Multi2794 21 күн бұрын
love it 😊
@jaswatson1451 21 күн бұрын
Yay I’m early🎉 watching from Florida!
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