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A renowned Chinese restaurant conveying the charm of Kumamoto

Kourantei Shimotomihonten is a Chinese restaurant known for its Kumamoto specialty, "Taiheiyen" (a type of noodle dish). Building on traditional Chinese cuisine, it utilizes local ingredients and the region's unique characteristics to offer distinctive flavors. With a warm hospitality spirit that welcomes visitors, every dish exceeds expectations in deliciousness. Be sure to experience for yourself the reasons why it has been loved by locals for many years.

A hidden gem restaurant where you can savor Kumamoto's rich Akaushi beef

Farm Restaurant Yamano Sato No. 2 is a specialty restaurant for Akaushi beef located in the heart of Kumamoto City, where you can enjoy exquisite dishes such as hamburgers and steaks. The dishes highlight the rich flavors of Akaushi beef, and the hamburger, in particular, is so tender that it can be cut with chopsticks, captivating many visitors. The fresh and simply prepared dishes pair perfectly with rice, ensuring that everyone who visits leaves satisfied.

A café restaurant filled with nostalgia and deliciousness

Restaurant Polka, with its retro atmosphere, is a café restaurant brimming with the nostalgic charm of the Showa era. It offers a diverse range of Western-style dishes, including teriyaki chicken and rice gratin, with the lemon squash and Uji shigure being particularly renowned. With a long history, this establishment serves carefully crafted dishes that satisfy the soul, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely time. Savor the nostalgic flavors while enjoying the view of the courtyard.

A renowned restaurant specializing in exquisite beef curry

This Western-style restaurant serves exceptional beef curry with a deep flavor. The curry, served with butter rice, is made from a carefully crafted original recipe, characterized by its rich aroma and profound umami. The interior evokes the Western-style ambiance of the Meiji and Taisho eras, creating a cozy space that attracts many couples and married pairs.

A Western-style restaurant where you can enjoy surprisingly large hamburgers

Ino Bunkayoshoku is a highly popular Western-style restaurant located in Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture. The particularly impressive large hamburgers are a must-try recommended by everyone who visits, and their juicy flavor makes it worth the trip. With warm-hearted service, this restaurant enhances your dining experience even further.

A long-established kappo where you can savor the flavors of Hagi

With a history of 45 years, Kappo Chiyo is renowned for its dishes that utilize the fresh seafood and mountain delicacies of Hagi. You can enjoy exquisite cuisine in a modern Japanese-style counter seating or a spacious tatami room, along with local sake from Yamaguchi and craft beer from Hagi. Loved by the locals, it offers a heartwarming experience that satisfies everyone who visits. Once you come, you will surely want to return.

Flavorful local cuisine from Bisei Plateau

Yume Mian is a rustic-style restaurant located in Bisei Plateau, where you can enjoy local dishes made with fresh, regional ingredients. Their signature soba is slightly thicker and rustic, with the braised pork soba being particularly renowned. Dishes featuring Bisei pork showcase excellent meat quality and a refined use of fat.

A long-established restaurant where you can enjoy Fukui's famous sauce katsu-don

Europe-ken Maruoka Branch is a renowned establishment where you can savor Fukui's specialty, sauce katsu-don. It features juicy and tender chicken katsu, satisfying thin katsu, and minced katsu with a hint of sweetness. Each type of katsu pairs perfectly with the sauce, allowing you to enjoy a variety of flavors all at once.

A hidden gem of authentic Chinese cuisine in Niigata

Jordon is a restaurant in Niigata Prefecture that offers rare authentic Chinese dishes. The beautifully presented dishes reminiscent of French cuisine allow you to enjoy healthy meals that emphasize the natural flavors of the ingredients. Each dish, from the surprisingly delicate shark fin to the soup-filled xiaolongbao, provides a sense of wonder and delight. You can spend a special time in the restaurant's luxurious and tranquil atmosphere.

Exquisite chanko nabe with a variety of flavors to enjoy

Chanko Daishoryu is a restaurant where you can enjoy exquisite chanko nabe with new flavors to discover each time you visit. It features a rich variety, including salt, soy sauce, and even a summer-exclusive curry flavor. Each seasoning is well-balanced with a robust dashi, allowing you to savor a heartwarming deliciousness.

A meat kaiseki restaurant located on Castle Road in front of Hikone Castle, a national treasure. You can enjoy sukiyaki of Omi beef. The restaurant is also well-known for its delicious steaks and nigiri (hand-rolled sushi).