First visit. I went there based on information from Cafe Roa Life. I drove along the narrow road in Minami Ward towards the mountains. I lost trust in my navigation system along the way, but just kept going (laughs). I can understand how the staff from "the lonely house" felt. You have to take off your shoes before entering the restaurant and borrow slippers. I ordered the recommended "Field Set Meal" with a drink and a mini cake as a service set. The "Field Set Meal" includes choosing one main dish, plus side dishes, rice, and miso soup. I chose the "Simmered Pork Hamburg" as my main dish. Since everything is handmade after ordering, it takes a bit of time to be served. So, make sure to go with plenty of time and enjoy a leisurely pace. It was served about 30 minutes later, but time flew by as I watched the clouds flowing from the window, the trees swaying in the wind, and read the newspaper clippings in the file on the table. By the way, there are paperback books and board games in the restaurant, perfect for passing the time. The dishes mainly use pesticide-free vegetables from their own field, and the miso is also homemade. The taste is gentle and soothing to the soul. I also enjoyed the herbal tea and yuzu sweet red bean cake after the meal. The self-service water and roasted green tea were so delicious that I ended up having multiple refills. The main dish changes weekly, it seems, and this week they have grilled fish, dumplings, gratin, and more, which I want to try all of! The personality of the owners, the location and interior of the restaurant, the surrounding scenery, the taste of the food...everything about this place is soothing.

I visited this restaurant after a long time and made a reservation. The restaurant opened at 12 o'clock, and it was full as soon as I arrived. I ordered the oil-splashed chicken set meal. I waited for about 40 minutes from the time I sat down. The food is healthy and made with great care, but the wait time was long. The taste was very delicious. I felt that the price was a little high.

On this day, which was a holiday, I had made a reservation in advance and was feeling nervous as I drove through the forest where signs warning of bear sightings were posted. When I arrived at the restaurant, both my partner and I ordered the "Field Set Meal" (which was popular among the mostly female customers). We also ordered non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy while waiting (there was no cell phone reception). After about 40 minutes, our food arrived! I chose the Cheese Chicken Cutlet as my main dish, while my partner ordered the Oily Chicken. We also received homemade pickles, stir-fried celery, and seasoned squid as side dishes. It was our first visit to this restaurant, and we were impressed by the generous portions of vegetables and the homey, gentle flavors that were popular with women. Due to its location, it may be difficult to visit often, but I would love to come back again someday.

A little away from home and with frequent temporary closures, I make a phone reservation before heading to Sapporo's hidden gem, Jozankei. From Sapporo, take R230 south and turn left at "Misawa". Then drive 3.7km on a mountain road... It's not a joke, it's a difficult road where cars have trouble passing and it seems like bears could appear... If you drive slowly, it should be fine, so if you're interested, drive safely and give it a try. Depending on the day, they offer pick-up services, so if you're using public transportation, consult the restaurant. After turning left on the national highway, you'll reach the restaurant in about 10 minutes. Surprisingly, the parking lot is full... But thanks to the reservation, we easily got a seat. The restaurant appears to be a standalone building, but there are actually a few houses around... However, the road leading to the restaurant seems to be a dead end according to the map. Inside the clean, wooden-floored restaurant, we order the "Wild Vegetable Set Meal of the Day @1,500 + tax"... You can choose one main dish from options like "Salted Mackerel," "Simmered Pork Hamburg," "Gyoza," "Potato Gratin," "Oil-Blanched Chicken," and "Fried Dashi Tofu." I chose "Grilled Fish" and "Simmered Hamburg." The meal arrived in about 15 minutes, including the main dishes, rice, miso soup, side dishes, and salad. The rice was slightly colored and cooked with beans, the miso soup had plenty of ingredients and was well-seasoned, the side dishes were all tasty and well-prepared. The grilled fish was well-seasoned and not fishy, while the simmered pork hamburger was juicy and flavorful. The dishes were excellent, but the overall experience here is beyond what words can describe. Even though it seems challenging to go when it snows, they apparently operate as usual in winter. I highly recommend visiting this place if you're interested. I'm sure the friendly staff will warmly welcome you. Thank you for the meal.

While thinking "I hope there won't be any bears," I climbed up a straight road and found a cozy house that felt like coming back to my hometown. The interior of the house was spacious with plenty of room between tables, allowing me to eat at ease without worrying about the surroundings. The dishes made with delicious vegetables, which were surprisingly sweet, made me feel warm and satisfied. As a Hokkaido native, I truly enjoyed the food. It seems that they are not open during the winter season, so I look forward to visiting again next year!

I had oil-drenched chicken. The portion size was generous. All the side dishes were delicious. The restaurant is located quite far from the main road, so it was a bit nerve-wracking to find, but definitely worth a visit.

This restaurant opened in May 29 years ago. The dishes made with low pesticide rice and homegrown vegetables were delicious and satisfying. The couple who run the restaurant are very kind.

After climbing up a narrow mountain path lined with curtains, we found a charming little restaurant. Despite opening at 12 o'clock, there were already a few customers inside. We were lucky to get a seat without a reservation. An elderly couple was in charge of everything from cooking to serving, and we had to wait for about an hour in order of our orders. But it was so delicious! They used high-quality ingredients, served plenty of side dishes, and the miso soup was full of ingredients. It was so tasty that I definitely want to come back to this restaurant again someday. Thank you for the wonderful meal.