During my visit in July 2023, I decided to stop by a place that caught my interest on my way to Marumi for drinks after purchasing fish at Ichiwa Sengyo-ten. It was a large roadside establishment with a Yudetaro sign, which I had noticed before but never seen in my previous living area. The scale was impressive, typical of Hokkaido. I wonder if there are similar places in the Kanto region? There was a noodle factory next to the entrance. I bought food tickets from the touch panel ticket machine - Motsu-ni (tripe stew) for 520 yen and alcohol for 240 yen. The staff advised me that the set was a better deal, so I got a set and received 100 yen back. Nice! There were only 1-2 other customers besides me. I was worried that it was a slow time, even though it was before 4 pm. After a 5-minute wait, my number was called. I received my order, which came with cold tofu and pickles. The pickles were called "oshinko," a new term for me. I wonder if they are from Yamagata? In any case, it was a much better deal than ordering a la carte! Thank you very much. I returned to my seat with the tofu and headed to the condiment corner with the bowl. I added akakko (red pepper) and tenkasu (crunchy bits) to my tofu. Opening the Asahi draft beer, the foam was impressive. The akakko was spicy and excellent, and the tofu was fantastic. The tripe stew had a good proportion of tripe, with a miso base and a hint of garlic. At 520 yen for a single serving, I was initially hesitant, but the quality of the tripe was good. I wonder if locals in Hokkaido appreciate this as a set meal? It may not be special enough for me to come here just for the food, but I would definitely stop by again when buying fish.

This shop is located in Higashi-ku, Sapporo. It is a mix of Sobataro and Motsujiro. It has been my recent favorite. I was looking for healthy food and thought about having a sandwich, but decided to visit this shop today instead. I ordered the W Motsu Nitsuke set. Despite claiming to be healthy, getting the W set may not be the best choice! The motsu nitsuke was light in flavor. I was expecting more fat or a unique smell, but the motsu was tender.

Visited Motsu Jiro, the second brand of Yudetaro, where you can enjoy their offerings in the same store. I was intrigued by this innovative soba chain that serves freshly made noodles in-house. They have been expanding their presence by securing locations in the suburbs where they can have their own noodle-making room. Unlike other chain restaurants, they have a strategic approach. However, while better than Fuji Soba, I personally don't enjoy the soba at Yudetaro (laughs). The freshly made soba tends to have a stronger wheat aroma than buckwheat. Therefore, I opted for the motsu dish instead. Motsu Stew Set (680 yen) Large Rice (free) Motsu Stew: A white miso-based stew that is mild and well-balanced, with a homey flavor. It could benefit from the addition of daikon and carrots for more volume. The motsu is tender, but the portion seems small due to the lack of vegetables. If they don't include vegetables, they might consider using red miso with Haccho miso for a richer flavor. Rice: The free large portion is a nice touch. However, the rice appears dry and lacks moisture, making it slightly inferior compared to other chain restaurants. This area could use some improvement in corporate efforts. Pickles: Salty with no umami flavor. Overall, Motsu Jiro is a suburban restaurant that mainly focuses on dishes that pair well with alcohol, which may be challenging. There is still room for growth for this restaurant. Thank you for the meal! :)

I visited "Motsu Jiro Hokkaido 37 East Store" on October 5th for the first time. This is a double brand of "Motsu Jiro" and "Yudetaro". I went for dinner alone. There is plenty of parking space. Inside, there is a ticket machine on the right. The main menu consists of motsu simmered or motsu stir-fried, with options to add extra items. I chose the motsu simmered set for 680 yen. I love motsu stew, so I always order it at izakayas. After waiting a bit, I was called in and served a set meal with rice, motsu stew, miso soup, pickles, and cold tofu. The rice portion can be chosen as normal (220g) or large (320g) for the same price. The rice quality is average for a chain restaurant. The motsu stew has a white miso base and is a flavor that most people would enjoy. It includes konjac and sliced green onions. I wish there was some sesame sprinkled on top. Overall, considering the price, including rice, the cost performance is quite good.

On a certain weekday, I had an early lunch at Yudetaro, a restaurant located at Higashi 8-jo Higashi 8-chome in Higashi-ku, Sapporo, known for its motsu-ni and stir-fried dishes. The parking lot was empty, so I was able to park easily on the premises. The interior of the restaurant had counter seats facing each other and table seats. There was a faint Japanese pop music playing in the background, and the restaurant's guide was also being broadcasted. From the menu, I was interested in the morning menu at Yudetaro, but this time I decided to try the motsu-ni and motsu-yaki from Motsujiro's menu. I ordered the "Assorted Motsu Set Meal (980 yen)" with a large serving of rice. The meal arrived after a short wait. The portion of the side dishes was quite generous, and ordering the large rice portion turned out to be the right choice. I took a bite and was pleasantly surprised. The motsu-ni had a gentle flavor with a hint of mild spiciness from the white miso base, and the motsu had a soft texture with a crispy bite, enhancing the subtle aroma of motsu. I mixed it with rice and enjoyed it thoroughly. Next, the stir-fried motsu was also excellent, with tender meat and minimal odor. It was accompanied by onions, carrots, and slightly spicy chives. Other side dishes included chilled tofu, pickles with a tangy and bonito-flavored seasoning, miso soup with seaweed and green onions, and a large portion of rice. However, the quality of the rice was disappointing, as it did not match the deliciousness of the motsu-ni. Overall, I felt that having more dining options in the area was a good thing. The only downside was the rice quality. Thank you for the meal.

When it gets hot, my symptoms worsen, as I have a designated rare disease by the government. There is no cure for my disease yet, but I temporarily improve with a 5-day continuous infusion of "blood products." I was hospitalized 5 times last year for treatment related to my rare disease. I was admitted for the second time this year on April 4th, but was discharged 33 days ago. However, my condition is deteriorating again, and I am approaching my third hospitalization this year. Your supportive comments are always a source of encouragement for me during my hospital stays. I am truly grateful. Going forward, I kindly ask for your continued support. In May 2022, I plan to focus on reviewing past posts that have not been reviewed. I will limit new visits based on my health condition. Yudetaro is a chain mainly located in the 23 wards of Tokyo, known for its machine-made, homemade noodles. There are currently 7 Yudetaro stores in Sapporo, Hokkaido. The new venture by Yudetaro is "Motsu Jiro," with the opening of the fourth store in Sapporo, "Motsu Jiro Kitasanjo Higashi Store," on May 24, 2022. I visited for breakfast with my usual companion. The store is located in the Higashi Ward area of Sapporo, along Shinro Street in the East 8-chome. Please check the exact location on Tabelog. I visited on a weekday morning around 8:00 am. I parked my car in the store's parking lot. The store is quite spacious and bright. There were 2 customers in front and 5 customers behind us. As soon as you enter the store, there are two ticket vending machines on the right. Since Motsu Jiro does not have a morning menu, I ordered the "Motsu Nitsuke Teishoku" for 680 yen. It is self-service as usual. My usual companion brought water to the table. After waiting for 7 minutes, our number was called, and my companion went to pick up the order. Motsu Nitsuke Teishoku Motsu Nitsuke in a white miso-based broth, with a relatively mild flavor. The ingredients included tender pork intestines, cold tofu, pickles, green onion miso soup, wakame, green onion rice, large serving available (330g), price: 680 yen (tax included). The "Motsu Nitsuke Teishoku" for 680 yen is a decent set meal. However, it may feel a bit heavy for breakfast. It would be convenient if they offered a more affordable set meal specifically for mornings. If it's during breakfast hours, I might opt for the "Asa Soba" at Yudetaro, which is more affordable and easier to enjoy. Next time, I might try the "Motsu Nitsuke Teishoku" during lunchtime. Thank you for the delicious meal.