# Jeungsan Station izakaya in Seoul: pick your own sake cup at Tenjo - By Sion (https://superchart.com/en/@playground-waypoints/) - Written Sep 19, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Seodaemun, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@playground-waypoints/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@playground-waypoints/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/index.md) ## In short Simyasikdang Tenjo (심야식당 텐조) is a Japanese-style izakaya on Geobukgol-ro near Jeungsan Station in Seodaemun, Seoul, open since 2018. A family of four, including two children, ordered the 6-piece yakitori set, sukiyaki and whole blue crab innards pasta at Simyasikdang Tenjo, and chose their own sake cup — a raccoon one. Quiet and cozy, Tenjo suits a family dinner just as well as a date night. ## Good to know - **Dishes ordered**: 6-piece yakitori set, sukiyaki, whole blue crab innards pasta - **Opened**: 2018 - **Table time**: A 3-hour limit may apply when guests are waiting - **Sake**: Guests pick their own cup when ordering *as written by the visitor on Sep 19, 2026* These days you don't have to travel far to spend a special evening in a great space with good food. This time we visited an izakaya in Seodaemun, a well-loved little bar near Jeungsan called Simyasikdang Tenjo (심야식당 텐조). ![Main image of Simyasikdang Tenjo izakaya near Jeungsan Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-01-j995i-m-782.webp) I already have a soft spot for izakayas full of Japanese atmosphere, but this visit felt a bit more special. Even with two kids in tow, our family of four could relax and enjoy the meal comfortably, and the space itself had such a good vibe that for a moment it felt like we'd taken a little trip to Japan. ![Exterior and entrance of Simyasikdang Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-02-15oa6-900.webp) ![Around the entrance of Simyasikdang Tenjo on Geobukgol-ro](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-03-1qjbf-900.webp) If you're looking for a quiet but atmospheric bar or dinner spot near Jeungsan-dong, this kind of place should really hit the spot. Soft lighting, a cozy feel, and that particular comfort of a Japanese-style space — the mood lifts the moment you walk in. ## What is the atmosphere like at Simyasikdang Tenjo? The first thing I felt walking through the door was, "this really feels like a small izakaya in Japan." Anyone who's traveled to Japan recently knows what I mean — the small local pubs there aren't flashy, they're understated and warm, and that's exactly the charm they have. Simyasikdang Tenjo was full of that same feeling. ![Interior lighting at Tenjo, styled like a Japanese pub](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-04-1n0o4-m-900.webp) Every little detail, from the lighting to the layout, worked to build the mood, and instead of a loud, rowdy bar feel, it was calm and good for actually having a conversation. ![Calm-atmosphere izakaya seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-05-1r5k9-900.webp) ![Interior layout of Simyasikdang Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-06-1hd4p-1200.webp) Since we were visiting with kids, we tend to prefer places that aren't too loud or overwhelming, and this was great for a family visit. We spent the time eating good food and chatting with the kids, but at the same time it had that special feeling of having dinner while traveling in Japan, which made it even more memorable. ![Family seated at a table at Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-07-yexnq-900.webp) ![Izakaya interior with a Japan-travel feel](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-08-gn926-m-900.webp) ## Waiting and table time at Tenjo: what to know Simyasikdang Tenjo opened in 2018 and has been running as this Seodaemun izakaya ever since. It's already known as a Jeungsan hotspot, so there can be a wait, and if there are people waiting, a 3-hour table time limit may apply — worth keeping in mind. ![Simyasikdang Tenjo store signage](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-09-15owu-900.webp) ![Tenjo's menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-10-x78m8-900.webp) ![Tenjo's food menu lineup](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-11-dofr2-900.webp) The food menu was varied, and true to a Seodaemun izakaya, the drinks menu had plenty of choice too, so there was fun in picking. ![Izakaya drinks menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-12-1jwgn-900.webp) ![Sake and liquor display at Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-13-1azim-900.webp) ![Sake menu with various options](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-14-f9cug-900.webp) ### Picking your own sake cup at this Jeungsan Station izakaya When you order sake, you get to pick your own cup too — I chose a raccoon-shaped one. So cute, right?! ![Raccoon-shaped sake cup picked at the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-15-1fl7b-900.webp) ![Shelf of sake cups to choose from](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-16-1pkxc-900.webp) ![Sake and cup set on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-17-ifjyq-m-900.webp) ![A cup of sake poured](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-18-kpwmt-900.webp) ## The three dishes we ordered at Simyasikdang Tenjo We wanted to try a range of dishes, so we ordered a variety. What we picked was the 6-piece yakitori set, sukiyaki, and whole snow crab guts pasta — we needed something the kids could eat too, and also wanted to try something special for the adults. In the end, every dish we ordered was satisfying. ![Table spread of dishes ordered at Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-19-1muod-900.webp) ### The 6-piece yakitori set The dish I was most looking forward to was, of course, the yakitori (skewered grilled chicken). It's a must-have at any Japanese-style izakaya, so I really wanted to try it, and with several different varieties it was fun to pick and choose. Each one had a different texture and flavor, which was great, and comparing notes on which skewer was best was fun too. The skewers with a subtle charcoal aroma really matched the izakaya mood. Eating the warm yakitori, I understood why so many people love Japanese-style skewers. ![6-piece yakitori skewer set](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-20-1vlx2-900.webp) ### Sukiyaki: warm and deeply savory Sukiyaki was the dish the whole family liked. Since it's eaten with a warm broth, the kids could enjoy it easily too, and there was fun in sharing it at the table together. The meat and various ingredients came together nicely, and thanks to the deep flavor of the broth, I kept reaching for more. Eating warm sukiyaki in such a nice atmosphere made the meal even more satisfying — it seems like the kind of dish you'd crave on a cold, windy day. ![Warm sukiyaki simmering](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-21-1pfgq-900.webp) ### The standout: whole blue crab innards pasta One of the most memorable dishes was the whole snow crab guts pasta. It was refreshing to find a dish like this at a Japanese-style izakaya, and it caught the eye visually from the start. The crab flavor blended with the pasta for a distinctive charm, quite different from any pasta I'd had before. The deep seafood flavor really came through, so I'd recommend it to anyone looking for something a bit special. ![A plate of whole snow crab guts pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-22-3wlxt-900.webp) Even though everyone in the family has different tastes, we were all satisfied overall with what we ordered, so we finished the meal in a great mood. ![Table at Tenjo after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-23-13x6o-m-900.webp) ## Looking for an izakaya in Seodaemun, Seoul? Visiting Simyasikdang Tenjo this time, I felt it's less a place to simply eat and more a place to enjoy the atmosphere along with the food. Good food matters, but these days who you spend time with, and in what kind of space, matters just as much. In that sense, this place delivered on food, atmosphere, and comfort all at once. It wasn't overwhelming for a family visit with kids like ours, and the mood suited couples on a date or friends having a quiet drink together just as well. ![Evening atmosphere at Simyasikdang Tenjo](https://img.superchart.com/images/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner-24-1c9pi-900.webp) If you want a special evening in Jeungsan-dong, or you're looking for a Seodaemun izakaya full of Japanese atmosphere, Simyasikdang Tenjo would be a great choice. It was an evening where, without flying all the way to Japan, we got to feel like we were traveling somewhere close by — full from the delicious food and satisfied at heart thanks to the great atmosphere. It's a place I'd like to come back to the next time I want a special meal somewhere with a great mood. ## Where it is - Simyasikdang Tenjo (심야식당 텐조) - 71 Geobukgol-ro 20-gil, 1st floor, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 서대문구 거북골로20길 71 1층 - 37.5811212, 126.9112774 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%8B%AC%EC%95%BC%EC%8B%9D%EB%8B%B9%20%ED%85%90%EC%A1%B0/@37.5811212,126.9112774,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@playground-waypoints/tenzo-izakaya-jeungsan-family-dinner/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt