I had a meal of barley rice curry and a recreated hokke set that is said to be served at Abashiri Prison. The curry tasted like a retort curry (^-^; The hokke was delicious and fluffy because it was grilled after ordering. The stem-like vegetable (fuki?) was really tasty. The barley rice, compared to regular rice, lacked flavor but had a nice chewy texture. The crunchy mountain yam was also delicious. Despite being in prison, it was a privileged meal.

I visited the "Prison Cafeteria" located in the "Abashiri Prison Museum" in Abashiri City. I purchased a ticket from the automated ticket machine near the entrance and ordered the "Prison Meal B" (900 yen), which replicates the meals served to inmates at the current Abashiri Prison. The bright and spacious interior of the restaurant was a stark contrast to its name, with table and counter seats available. I sat at the counter and soon my order was called. The "Prison Meal B" included barley rice (3 parts barley to 7 parts white rice), grilled fish (saury), small dishes, side dishes, and miso soup. The barley rice was fragrant and delicious, and the saury had a nice sweetness although the texture was a bit firm. I found the meal satisfying with the variety of dishes. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience.

The museum is located within the Niimiseoka Prison Farm in Abashiri Prison. The building itself is an important cultural property. Inside the dining hall, there are prisoner dolls eating. Alongside them, we also eat prison meals. I had a delicious sazae clam set meal with side dishes like butterbur and miso soup, and rice mixed with barley. The sazae clam was really tasty!

The restaurant located in the Abashiri Prison Museum was previously called the "Extramural Dining Hall" before being renovated in February 2017. The prison dining hall is now much cleaner and more presentable. Visitors can enter the dining hall without purchasing a museum ticket. Upon entering, you can buy a meal ticket from the vending machine, and your order will be sent to the kitchen instantly. Once your number is called, you can pick up your food yourself. I came across a delicious gourmet option when I wanted a light meal - the "Imo Dango," a Hokkaido regional dish where fried potatoes are covered in a sweet sauce, creating a chewy and delicious snack. I also noticed a customer next to me enjoying a Loco Moco bowl, which had "Abashiri Prison" written prominently on it, giving it a surreal touch. The restaurant accepts cash only.

I stretched my legs all the way to Abashiri to eat this. There are two types of prison meals, A is saury. The rice and miso soup are served in plastic containers, giving off a prison-like atmosphere. The saury has a fluffy texture and is quite delicious. There are side dishes as well, and I couldn't believe I was eating something so delicious. At 950 yen, I understand it's a tourist spot price.

On the 3rd day of my Hokkaido trip, I had a long journey from Wakkanai to Abashiri. I visited the Abashiri Prison, a nationally designated important cultural property, and took my time exploring it. It made me think about living with a clear, upright, and beautiful mindset. After finishing the tour, I went to the prison cafeteria and tried the Prison Meal B (grilled salmon) for 900 yen. It was a healthy lunch that made me think of the prison setting. The building and atmosphere made me a bit uneasy, but the meal was delicious. This place is definitely a must-visit in Hokkaido. Thank you for the meal! (•ᵕᴗᵕ•)⁾⁾ᵖᵉᵏᵒ

Now, I learned about "Gosun Kugi Torakichi" at a Michi-no-Eki! It's about a Meiji-era escapee being pursued, quite interesting! If you're curious, look it up! So, off to the Abashiri Prison Museum! By the way, if you input "Abashiri Prison" into your car navigation system, it will take you to the current facility, so be careful! The Abashiri Prison is located halfway up a hill as you climb the slope towards the mountain! The actual building has been turned into a museum! You can feel a solemn atmosphere along with history! It's a surreal space that you won't understand until you step inside! And at the souvenir shop, there are plenty of "Gosun Kugi Torakichi" goods! Parody goods inspired by major brands! Just be careful not to get imprisoned at Abashiri Prison for trademark infringement! Now, after a walk around, head to the "Prison Cafeteria"! I'm curious about prison food, but I'm already full! So, it's time for a coffee break in the wood-themed interior! Relaxing for a bit! The discerning Torakichi! Well, it's not exactly a leisurely atmosphere, and they close at 2:30 PM, so take a short break and then head out! Off we go! The highlight of Abashiri Prison? Oh, is it the souvenir shop? If you plan to visit the Prison Cafeteria, I recommend going early!

A shop right outside the entrance of Abashiri Prison. It was great to visit before their winter closure. The shop features a menu that replicates the meals served in the current prison, and the store is new, clean, and even has tatami seating. You purchase a meal ticket and then wait at your preferred seat until you are called to the kitchen to place your order. I had the Prison Meal A (grilled mackerel set). Normally, it comes with barley tea instead of miso soup. The portion was surprisingly generous, which made me a bit envious. The taste was adjusted for the store, and it was delicious. It was a great experience to have a meal unique to Abashiri Prison. I look forward to trying the Prison Meal B next time.

I ordered the Prison Meal A [900 yen] during my visit in the afternoon. Prison Meal A comes with mackerel, while Prison Meal B comes with saury. The side dishes are also different. The mackerel is quite fatty and delicious. The barley rice is also tasty. Hmm, it's just delicious rice in general. I was expecting drier, more bland rice, but oh well, it's still good. I wonder how accurate the reproduction is. Maybe they feel that since they are charging money, they need to serve proper food.

Next to the Abashiri Prison Museum, there is a unique dining hall where you can experience prison food based on the recipes given to inmates for lunch. The ★6 Pacific saury set meal is surprisingly tasty. However, the cheap plastic container may reduce your appetite. On a scale where home-cooked meals are rated 10 and factory or economy airplane food is rated 0 (rough estimate), the food here would be around 7. The somewhat bland taste is similar to hospital food, designed to be nutritious and low in calories. There is a common misconception that prison food should not be delicious, but the quality here makes it hard to believe that inmates are eating such tasty meals. On the other hand, this region is known for its delicious ingredients, so if they are still eating fresh, self-sufficient food, it's possible that prison food can be this good. The flower beds outside the dining hall are adorned with lovely flowers. The entire museum, with its beautiful gardens, conveys the message that Hokkaido's prosperity today is built on the precious sacrifices (including the harsh labor of many prisoners) that should not be forgotten. The museum is more like a historical museum set in the Meiji era of Hokkaido's development, focusing on the harsh realities of prison life and the sacrifices made. It may be different from the current prison conditions. There is also a prison museum in the central district of Hong Kong, where you can learn more about the reality of prison life. However, some exhibits may be too graphic for young children, as it is also housed in a former prison building where Ho Chi Minh was once incarcerated.

Prison Cafeteria at Abashiri Prison recreates meals served at the prison museum, even without visiting the museum. The menu includes Prison Meal A, B, and Prison Curry. We ordered Prison Curry for 850 yen, which comes with barley rice. Prison Meal A for 900 yen includes saury as the main dish, with side dishes like glass noodle salad, dried daikon radish, and barley rice. Prison Meal B, also for 900 yen, features hokke as the main dish, with side dishes like yam strips and simmered butterbur and tofu. The overall taste is mild, with low salt and sweetness levels, resembling hospital food. The fish, however, was surprisingly delicious, showcasing Hokkaido's quality. The curry seemed like a commercial product, but it had a homemade feel to it. While there is nothing particularly outstanding, it would surely be a treat if served in prison. Despite only about 30% of customers ordering the prison meals, it was surprising to see some opting for udon or french fries. It seems I still struggle to make friends with people who choose not to try the prison meals (I am one of the 70% of the population who struggle to make friends).

The location of the restaurant is near the entrance of Abashiri Prison. The atmosphere inside is clean and modern, with a mix of prison food and local dishes on the menu. The food we tried, which was the Prison Meal A (Pacific saury) and B (Atka mackerel), was surprisingly healthy and well-balanced. The meals included barley rice, dried daikon radish, macaroni, butterbur sprouts, and simmered daikon radish. The miso soup was lightly seasoned, and they serve hojicha tea instead of regular tea. The Pacific saury was a bit thin, while the Atka mackerel was the better choice. Overall, the food might be satisfying for those who are used to restricted diets, but younger people might find it lacking in flavor.

I arrived in Abashiri City and had a meal at the museum Abashiri Prison's cafeteria, which I had always wanted to visit. This place is famous among tourists for serving "prison food". I ordered the "Prison Meal A", which includes barley rice, miso soup, saury fish, dried radish strips, and glass noodles for 900 yen. It's a bit expensive, but the saury fish was cooked just right and they even served grated radish as a bonus. The dried radish strips and glass noodles dish had a nostalgic school lunch vibe. The red ham around the dish added a unique touch. The miso soup had few ingredients and was a bit weak in flavor. If this is really what prison food is like, then the prisoners are quite lucky. It was a fun experience! Definitely worth a visit as a souvenir!

In the old prison grounds, you can eat a menu that reproduces prison meals. The B set includes saury, salad, dried daikon radish, mixed grain rice, and miso soup. The saury is especially delicious, juicy and plump! It is nutritious and tasty enough that I want to eat this set every day...

Prison food. The meal cost 900 yen, which was considered high for a dish that is typically served at around 500 yen in prison. However, it was worth it for the experience of trying food similar to what is served in prison. The meal consisted of barley rice, sautéed butterbur sprouts, grilled hokke fish, and miso soup, all well-balanced and delicious. The hokke fish was particularly tasty with a good amount of oil. Overall rating: * Quality of ingredients 3 points * Cooking technique and seasoning 6 points * Originality 3 points * Value for money 3 points * Consistency in overall quality 5 points Total: 20 points Additional ratings: * Restaurant comfort 6 points * Drinks not rated Each category is rated out of 10 points. A restaurant with a rating of 4 or higher on Tabelog or a score of 40 or higher on a pseudo-Michelin scale is recommended. The evaluation is based more on subjective taste rather than cost performance.

Returned to Abashiri from Shiretoko Shari Utro and visited Abashiri Prison the next morning. The prison is located on the mountainside and the buildings are wooden. It must be freezing in winter! The inmates used to live here and make miso from rice and soybeans harvested from the fields. They even built the road to Ishikari. It was a harsh labor and many people lost their lives. Rest in peace. There were many interesting things to see. After about 2 hours of touring, I had a meal at the "Prison Cafeteria" and ordered the "Prison Meal B," which was a hokke fish set meal. They call out your order number, not your name. The rice was barley rice, and there was tofu topped with bonito flakes that seemed to be dancing. It was delicious! As I savored the meal, I reflected on my own life (well, more like reflected on my eating habits). Surprisingly, the "Prison Meal B" was quite tasty.

In front of the ticket booth for Abashiri Prison, there is a dining hall. It is famous for serving prison food, but there are also many other menu options available. The building itself is not prison-like, but rather clean and beautiful. As for the prison food, it is surprisingly delicious, although a bit pricey. I was curious if this is really the type of food served in prisons, but when I visited the prison, there was a similar menu displayed for the meals.

I came all the way to the Abashiri Prison cafeteria for lunch ♥️ Managed to make it just in time with one hour before closing. Ordered the Abashiri Prison special (grilled Atka mackerel) and it was unexpectedly delicious, making me go "Wow" (≧∇≦)y Making jokes with the word "hokke" (mackerel) - all good! You can also tour inside the Abashiri Prison. Thank you for the meal, it was a strike!

You can experience a prisoner-like meal here, as the current meals are replicated for customers to try. It seems to be nutritionally balanced, similar to school lunches. The fish is salty, while the rest of the dishes are plain. The miso soup is simple, and the rice has a mix of barley, giving it an authentic feel. The restaurant is clean and new, and luckily, it was open when I visited during the pandemic.

I was disappointed that there was no prison food at Abashiri Prison despite being in Abashiri, known for its delicious food. However, I got caught up exploring the interesting sights inside the prison and ended up peeking into the prison cafeteria at the entrance when I was really hungry. To my surprise, the menu was not just prison food, but also included ramen, udon, soba, and imo mochi. I decided to go in and ended up ordering the following: - Prison Food A (saury) for 900 yen - Okhotsk Abashiri Zangi Don (salmon zangi) for 1080 yen Although the tableware for the prison food looked cheaply made from melamine, the meal was surprisingly delicious. The prison food included: - Barley rice (about 30% barley, soft and tasty small grains) - Miso soup (mild miso with seaweed and a small amount of vegetables) - Harusame salad (harusame with cucumber and ham in ponzu dressing) - Simmered dried daikon radish (lightly seasoned and tasty) - Saury (seasonal and delicious, perfectly grilled with just the right amount of salt, served with grated daikon) I would be okay eating this every day. The Okhotsk Zangi turned out to be salmon zangi, which was a pleasant surprise as I had mistakenly assumed it was chicken. The fluffy salmon was delicious, and the miso soup was even better than the clam miso soup I had expected. It was a memorable experience. Thank you for the meal. As a souvenir for my daughter, I chose a canned curry with seal meat from her favorite Golden Kamuy series, as Ashiripa also eats it.