The town of Fuse hasn’t been “discovered” yet

Just a short walk from Fuse Station, a small light glows on a corner of Miyako-machi Street. There, blending quietly into the slightly faded shopping district, stands “KezaKeza (Shokushuza).”

The owner is “Sanappe.” He has worked his way through the food industry, from the Aji-en Building in Namba to Vietnamese restaurants and recipe development for seasoning manufacturers.

He’s lived in Fuse for 10 years. “I love the feeling that this town hasn’t been ‘discovered’ yet,” he says with a slightly proud smile.

The shop’s name embodies the spirit of “Keza-ke,” an old Japanese phrase meaning “food and sake resonate together.” The food invites you to drink, and the sake loosens your tongue. Unpretentious, yet undeniably delicious. Come here to savor a drink at your own leisure.

 A Whiff of Asia from the Strips of Paper

When you come to KezaKeza, look at the wall first. The daily menu is handwritten on strips of paper hanging there. It’s part of the fun that the offerings change slightly depending on the day’s ingredients and the chef’s mood.

The specialty is boiled dumplings. The plump wrappers are packed with rich umami, and the special lemongrass-scented sauce is thick and creamy. A light whiff of cilantro fills the air, and a breath of Asia unfolds in your mouth.

“It was originally a sauce for khao man gai, but I wondered if it might go well with dumplings,” the owner says. Even in those words, you can sense a playful spirit that’s anything but pretentious.

The fried spring rolls are also unforgettable. A dish made by combining fish paste and taro root, then fried to a crisp. The rich, sweet flavor and toasty aroma linger quietly on the palate.

The Scent of Home in a Glass

Sanappe’s roots also breathe gently into the drinks. The recommended choice is the fresh sudachi shochu highball—a drink made by squeezing sudachi from Tokushima Prefecture right before your eyes. The refreshing citrus flavor seeps deep into your body.

Another standout is the gin infused with fresh sansho peppercorns. The refreshing sensation that spreads after the initial spicy kick pairs perfectly with the food. It feels like a drink you savor for its aroma.

Where there’s music, people gather

Once a month, KezaKeza transforms into a small live music venue. Musicians and friends gather to play music, clink glasses, and let the night unfold.

“We get a lot of people coming from outside the town,” says Sanappe. But strangely enough, after visiting this place a few times, everyone starts to blend into the Fuse landscape. They drop by on a whim, bring someone along, and then wander off again. That flow quietly blends into the town.

A Place Where You Can Toast with Your Kids

KezaKeza is deliberately non-smoking. “I wanted to create a place where I could drink with my children”—that’s the sentiment that started it all.

An atmosphere where adults can take a breather and children can relax without a care. Whether you’re alone, with family, or anyone else, you can just drop in.

Behind the door lies a night that gently envelops you. A warm “Welcome home” awaits each and every one of you.

A gentle breeze blows through Fuse

KezaKeza is a bar that’s just getting started. It’s only been about three years (as of 2025) since the lights first came on here.

Yet it already possesses a mysterious pull that draws people in from outside—just as Sanappe herself was drawn to the town of Fuse and ended up settling here on a whim.

The people who gather here gradually settle into this town. This shop has an atmosphere that allows you to watch that process unfold—naturally and at a leisurely pace.

KezaKeza is gently blending into the town of Fuse. I believe that the accumulation of these daily moments will surely become the story of this place.