In a Netorabo Research Team ranking of popular supermarkets in Hyogo Prefecture, three Nishinomiya supermarkets made the list.
(Information provided by Iroha, a Nishitsu supporter)
5th Place: Seijo Ishii Shukugawa Store
Seijo Ishii inside Hankyu Shukugawa Station.
Here’s a rough summary of the reviews.
- An upscale supermarket located inside the station, convenient for commuting to work or school.
- The product selection is extensive, with especially strong reviews for imported goods and high-quality ingredients. It also has a good selection of desserts and alcoholic drinks.
- Even though the store is small, the efficient layout makes products easy to find.
- The checkout area tends to get crowded, so be careful if you’re shopping while waiting for a train. Some people also said they’d like self-checkout machines to be introduced.
- The staff service is polite and well regarded.
Here it is on the map↓
The address is 2-1 Aioicho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo.
4th Place: Ikari near Koshien Station
Ikari Supermarket on the north side of Koshien Station.
Here’s a rough summary of the reviews.
- A local supermarket that carries premium ingredients, while its customer base feels relatively down-to-earth.
- Its private-label products and special seasonal items are well reviewed. The flower shop at the storefront also seems to have a good reputation.
- Fresh foods such as meat, fish, and vegetables are high quality. There is also a wide variety of prepared foods and bread. The quality and freshness of the fish are especially praised.
- Prices are higher than at regular supermarkets, but many seem to feel they are reasonable considering the quality. There are also some good-value items.
- The store is compact and comfortable to shop in.
- The staff are polite.
- The parking lot and bicycle parking area can get crowded.
Here it is on the map↓
The address is 17-10 Koshien Rokubancho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo.
1st Place: Pal Yamato along Route 171
Pal Yamato located along Route 171.
Here’s a rough summary of the reviews.
- Many people are satisfied with the quality and prices of the fresh foods, especially fish. The freshness and variety of the fish are especially highly rated.
- Some comments say the selection of other foods and daily necessities is a bit limited.
- There were a few noticeable complaints about the parking lot’s usability, especially the rules when entering and the narrowness of the parking spaces.
- Some people also pointed out that the store is small and the product variety is limited.
- Reviews of the staff are mixed, with both positive and negative comments.
Here it is on the map↓
The address is 11-17 Wakayamacho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo.
Full Ranking
| Rank | Store Name | Points | Number of Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | いかり 芦屋店 | 4.2pt | 452 |
| 2nd | パル・ヤマト 西宮店 | 4pt | 340 |
| 3rd | フレッシュフード・モーリ | 4pt | 304 |
| 4th | いかり 甲子園店 | 4pt | 265 |
| 5th | 成城石井 夙川店 | 4pt | 187 |
| 6th | いかり 西鈴蘭台店 | 4pt | 150 |
| 7th | いかり 宝塚店 | 4pt | 137 |
| 8th | ロピア 尼崎島忠ホームズ店 | 3.9pt | 1,540 |
| 9th | スーパーマルハチ 南芦屋浜店 | 3.9pt | 873 |
| 10th | ロピア 神戸岩岡店 | 3.9pt | 839 |
Among supermarkets in nearby cities, Ikari in Ashiya ranked 1st, Maruhachi in Ashiya ranked 9th, and Lopia in Amagasaki ranked 8th.
Final Thoughts
The ranking is notable for including upscale supermarkets like Ikari and Seijo Ishii, but seeing Pal Yamato in 2nd place makes me think its fish must have a seriously strong reputation. When I Googled it, I also found an X roundup called Good Rumors About Pal Yamato’s Fresh Fish Section〜
*Thank you to Iroha, a Nishitsu supporter, for the information!!
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