I came to this restaurant with my friends as an attendee. It has the atmosphere of a place often used for group tours, but it's spacious and has a nice vibe. The menu has a variety of options, making it hard to decide, but we all ended up choosing the famous crab rice for 1,500 yen. While waiting, we bought some shellfish from the seafood market next door to enjoy as well. I lost at rock-paper-scissors, so I ended up toasting with a melon milk. Beer and sashimi with shellfish would be amazing. After a while, the crab rice arrived. It was also delicious with plenty of meat on top.

Since New Year, I have been visiting my hometown, which is in Muroran. However, I also have another house in Toraishi-hama, and this time I am heading there alone. While looking for a place to get takeout lunch on the way, I couldn't find anything interesting as it was still early. Eventually, I ended up stopping at a place called "Kani Goten," which is marked by a large salmon and bear on the roof. The giant bear on the roof is about 15 meters long, 10 meters high, 8 meters wide, and weighs approximately 30 tons. The salmon is about 12 meters long, 3 meters high, 1.5 meters wide, and weighs around 8 tons. The cost of making these two sculptures is about 100 million yen in total. Inside the restaurant, there were few customers, and it felt empty. The place is known for its seafood and souvenirs, with a wide variety of options, making it hard to choose. After some contemplation, I ended up buying three "Crab Bento Boxes" for 1,100 yen each to have for lunch. The crab rice in the bento was simple, with a slightly sweet taste and a bit more sauce than I prefer in a crab rice dish. The rice was soft, but I would have preferred it a bit firmer. It was unclear what type of crab was used, as the packaging only listed "crab meat" as an ingredient. Apparently, in the Funka Bay area, crab is scarce, and Russian crab is often used in dishes like crab rice in areas like Oshamanbe. I would like to try dining in at this place next time. Thank you for the meal.

I felt like it was a touristy place and never entered before. I decided to try it out because the locals recommended the ramen. I was interested in the unique menu items, but this time I tried the specialty dish that was promoted. When you think of Tora-sou-hama, you think of crab. I tried the famous crab rice for 1,500 yen. Although it used local crabs, it was made with snow crabs which was a bit disappointing. It was a typical "crab rice" style dish, but I didn't feel the seasonal freshness. The seasoning was not bad, but it was a bit vague and lacked a defining taste. I think it's not a bad idea to imitate the original dish, but if Tora-sou-hama, a crab-producing area on the Pacific side of Hokkaido, wants to surpass the original, they need to elevate the quality and impact of their "crab rice". After the pandemic, a tourist bus from Indonesia arrived and it was bustling.

June 2022, Crab Rice Bowl for 1400 yen. A day trip along National Route 36, a tourist facility along the coast with a huge bear as a landmark! It used to be popular among bus tours and foreign tourists, but now it mainly caters to Japanese visitors. The restaurant next to the entrance is simple and modest, with a limited menu but surprisingly affordable prices. When it comes to Shiraoi, it's all about crab! I ordered the "Crab Rice Bowl" with plenty of crab meat on top. It had a moist and sweet-salty taste, different from what you'd find in Oshamanbe. The piping hot miso soup, strong pickles, and small side dishes complemented the meal perfectly. The rice was delicious too, exceeding my expectations. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I visited a restaurant in Shiraoi Town, Shiraoi District, Hokkaido. The name of the restaurant is "Kani Goten" (Crab Palace), but there is a huge bear on the roof of the building! Quite eye-catching! You can buy fresh seafood on the first floor and dine on the second floor. The dining area is very spacious, with large windows overlooking the calm Pacific Ocean. It's a restaurant with a great location! I enjoyed a meal of salmon rice, miso soup, and half a crab, which is currently expensive. It may have been my first time eating crab, but it was delicious, especially the rich miso soup.

Located in the Takeura district of Shiraoi-cho, there is a huge bear on the roof of this shop that anyone passing through this area would be curious about. A few years ago, there was also a crab on the signboard, but it fell due to a typhoon and is no longer there. The shop has been bustling in recent years with Asian tourist groups, such as those from China, engaging in bulk buying, but it seems to be suffering from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. I purchased "Kumazasa tea" and "sardine cuts". They caught my eye as they were plentifully displayed in the showcase. The sardine cuts had a strong sardine flavor, just as expected. The Kumazasa tea, which I tried for the first time, also tasted delicious. I hope that the shop will return to its previous state of being filled with the smiles of many foreign tourists once the pandemic is over.

Upon arriving at a tourist souvenir shop in Hokkaido, I was greeted by a huge bear statue. Despite it being a Saturday at 1 pm, the shop was empty. Perhaps this is due to COVID-19. I decided to order a crab tempura bowl instead of the shrimp tempura bowl, as the shop's name suggests crab. You can help yourself to water and tea, and bringing your own drinks is allowed. The shop seems to be designed to attract tourists, with plenty of restrooms available. The chairs may not be the most comfortable, but the tables are spacious. The crab tempura lacked a satisfying crunch, but since it's not something I eat often, it was acceptable.

There was a 15m bear and a 12m salmon on the roof of this restaurant... If you don't know this place, you probably aren't from around here. Visited for the first time without high expectations. The spacious restaurant can accommodate 1500 people, and I was told to choose any seat I liked, which left me puzzled! (laughs) I ordered the crab tempura soba from table 23. Despite the place being crowded with Asian people, the dish arrived quickly. The crab tempura... I hope it's not imitation crab! (^^;) I peeled back the disguise... and it was real crab! Delicious! (@_@) Five large tour buses arrived, bringing in over 100 guests! I wonder how many people are cooking in the kitchen? (laughs) Crab tempura soba for 1200 yen. Thank you for the meal! (^^)v

Yannarune...Shokugyo Mujyo Edition "Aieee!?" "Bear!? Big Bear!?" "Scary!" "Goboboo!" If you are visiting here for the first time, you might be surprised by the size of that black bear. The bears right near the entrance are also very impressive! But more importantly... I felt a sense of darkness reminiscent of a mega corporation... What!? And oh! The prices for crabs are off the charts, with sea urchin priced at 6,000 yen! The salesperson approached me, but I repelled them with an aura that said "Don't bother me!" If you buy about 5 crabs, the price goes through the roof, making it a tourist price that doesn't offer good value for money. Local people or those from the region probably wouldn't buy crabs here. After all that, I took a breather with a hot coffee. It had a strong flavor. The bento boxes were all expensive, and as I kept looking, I started feeling like it would be a bad idea to buy one, so I decided to pass. And then, we ended up going to a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. Overall rating 3.0 Taste 3.0 Service 3.2 Atmosphere 3.0 Value for money 3.0 Drinks 3.0 Address 96-2 Takeura, Shiraoi-cho, Shiraoi-gun, Hokkaido. Kani Goten ☆☆☆ Next Episode Preview: Farewell! I'm sorry, truly sorry. Ninja Slayer.

Slightly expensive. Taste is below average. Squid rice: △ Scallop butter grilled: ○

I was driving along Route 36 by the sea in June 2018 and came across an interesting building. It had a large bear and salmon, which seemed difficult to maintain. I took a break and stopped by. It was a tourist shop selling meals, souvenirs, and seafood. I bought some fried sweet potatoes. They gave me something like butter to put on top, but it didn't melt. The sweet potato inside the sweet coating was fluffy and delicious. It was a tasty treat. Thank you. ✿ฺ(๑´ڡ`๑)✿ฺ.

My friend brought me a souvenir♪ I didn't know you could take out crab rice! I shared a crab rice bento with my husband, and it was a huge portion! There were plenty of crabs packed inside, with some big chunks of crab meat as well. It was a truly luxurious bento♡ My friend bought it for me so I didn't ask about the price, but from what I found online, it's around 1100 yen. But if you bought this in Tokyo, it would cost over 2000 yen. So I don't think it's expensive. It's great to serve this bento to someone who visits from afar at home, or take them to eat it hot. I'll find various ways to use it in the future (^｡^) It was so delicious that I forgot to take a picture of the inside, which is really a shame... It was incredibly delicious♡

I have visited the nostalgic Crab Palace twice. It is a drive-in facility located between Noboribetsu and Tomakomai, around Shiraoi in Hokkaido. I was torn between popular ramen shops in Tomakomai and Chitose for another bowl of ramen, but I couldn't resist the temptation of tarako in Toraasobi Beach and ended up at the nostalgic Crab Palace. It's not about the taste, I just love this place. With the sea right in front of me and a very spacious facility, it's always empty here. First, a big crab... a bright red crab floating in the blue sky... And on the roof, there's a big bear... And to top it off, a big salmon that looks like it's about to jump and splash from the roof... The weather was great, "the perfect palace weather!" I might be the only one using that phrase (laughs). So, knowing that it's not particularly delicious, I ordered the miso ramen. [Noodles] Sapporo ramen with yellow curly noodles. A common noodle often found in diners. This simple feeling suits this place perfectly. I'm satisfied with my own taste! [Soup] A very gentle, light miso ramen. It has a strong taste of chemical seasoning and is very light. A common soup often found in diners. This simple feeling suits this place perfectly. I'm satisfied with my own taste. *It's not the same as above (laughs) [Char siu] Same as above. [Menma] Surprisingly firm. The seasoning is... same as above. [Corn and Wakame] This combination adds to the simple feeling, making me feel happy. [Kamaboko] Fried kamaboko is included. Oh? It wasn't there before, right? Were there two types? I think one is squid. It's delicious, just normal. The simple feeling has increased quite a bit! *In the spirit of Hokkaido, I must say, we don't call it "Satsuma Age" because that's from Kyushu. We call it "Fried Kamaboko." I'm a stubborn person who lived in Sapporo for 10 years. I'm from Gunma though. A country bumpkin! Wonderful ramen at the Crab Palace! Regardless of the taste, I just love the atmosphere here. Thank you for the meal.

Once you see it, you won't forget it! The huge bear and salmon, crab sculptures on top of the shop♪ [Maruyoshi Suisan Kani Goten] On the way to Tsuru, Shiraoi-cho, Hokkaido, on Route 36, a huge bear sculpture appeared on top of the building, aiming for a salmon! At the same time, there was also a large crab sculpture, making it an unforgettable and impactful building for those who have passed by it. This is the "Kani Goten" shop. The parking lot is spacious enough to accommodate several large buses, and it is a tourist-oriented shop where you can enjoy seafood, souvenirs, and dining. Recently, it is characterized by the large number of overseas travelers from China and Taiwan. Inside the store, there is a wide selection of seafood-based souvenirs on a large site. Particularly noticeable are several large tanks with hundreds of king crabs and snow crabs, as well as abalone, clams, scallops, and more. They also offer nationwide shipping for purchases to take home. In the restaurant attached to the store, you can enjoy seafood bowls, set meals, and a shop where you can eat grilled clams and fried potatoes on the spot. ⚫Scallop skewers ⚫Clam skewers ⚫Scallop shells All three items mentioned above are ordered and steamed with a special sauce. On this holiday, there were many tourists, and a generous amount was prepared, making you feel hungry just by looking at it. Since I came all the way here, I ordered 3 clam skewers, 3 scallop skewers, and 5 scallops. They were served on a paper plate, drizzled with a special sweet sauce, and tasted. As expected of Hokkaido, the scallops were thick and chewy♪ The boiled clams were sweet and had a nice elasticity. The clams also had a good texture and were delicious♪ I forgot the price, but recently it seems to be more geared towards Chinese tourists, and the prices seem to have gone up compared to before. Still, if you come to Shiraoi, it's a spot worth visiting at least once. Name: Kani Goten Address: 96-2 Takeura, Shiraoi-cho, Shiraoi-gun, Hokkaido Phone: 0144-87-3887 [Tabelog] ☆3.01 [Tanuki Evaluation (lunch)] ★Overall...33 points ★Atmosphere...6 points ★Food...7 points ★Signboard menu...7 points ★Cost performance...6 points ★Revisit rate...7 points

My friend from Sapporo recommended this restaurant, saying it's their favorite place to eat. My husband and I went there and it was easy to find with the big bear and crab sign. My husband wasn't expecting much from touristy places, but the food was delicious! We tried the Taraba crab tempura while waiting for the steamed crab rice, and it was so fresh and tasty. The crab rice was worth the 30-minute wait, it was really delicious! The shop next to the restaurant had a wide variety of crabs, it was fun just looking at them. There might be other places that are cheaper and still delicious, but personally, I was satisfied with this place. I didn't know that Noboribetsu was famous for crabs, it was a pleasant surprise.

Boom! With a powerful appearance, the crab mansion is truly impressive. The roof is decorated with a huge bear and a massive salmon, while a giant crab adorns the top of the sign. The first time I visited, just seeing these decorations was satisfying and impressive. Many tourists from both within and outside the region visit to buy souvenirs. Despite the high tourist prices and atmosphere inside, the seafood is fresh and delicious. There are plenty of tables and chairs outside, although it's too cold to eat there during this time of year. I decided to warm up with a Knorr's hot corn cream. The creamy and sweet corn is always a tasty treat. Although it was still early in the morning when I visited, I could tell that this place is a popular tourist spot that could get crowded with tour buses at any moment. Outside, there were hokke fish drying and squid hanging like laundry. A bear posed at the entrance, making it a great spot for a souvenir photo. I also saw apples and melons for sale in wooden crates. Stay tuned for my next adventure where I'll try my hand at battling the bear at the entrance for some serious experience points.

A giant bear statue measuring 15 meters in length, 10 meters in height, and 8 meters in width, weighing approximately 30 tons, greets visitors. It caught my eye as I was driving on Route 36, so I decided to stop by. The bear is adorned with salmon and crabs, making quite an impact. It is said that the bear and salmon cost around 100 million yen to create, and while it doesn't move like the Kani Doraku crab, it left a lasting impression. The parking lot can accommodate about 100 cars, and the restaurant can seat up to 1500 people, making it quite spacious. The menu is slightly on the expensive side overall, but I decided to order a seafood bowl. The taste was decent. There is also a shop inside, so taking your time to look around and enjoy might be a good idea.

Maruyoshi Suisan operates a large souvenir shop. The sign with a crab sculpture can be seen from quite a distance. The roof of the store has a huge wooden bear and salmon sculpture, making a strong impact. The exterior is unforgettable once you see it. It is not a store that local residents would likely visit. The main customers are tourists from outside of Hokkaido, with tour buses making stops. There is also a restaurant attached to the shop. The sign outside says "Family Restaurant," but it is unclear if that is the official name of the restaurant. The restaurant is spacious, with table seating, and tatami seating, accommodating around 200 people. Additionally, there is a group-exclusive restaurant on the second floor, with an unknown maximum capacity. When I visited before noon, there were about 6 middle-aged men in work clothes chatting at a table, clearly not customers. I was told I could sit wherever I liked, so I chose a seat away from the men. Some tables had preparations for reserved crab hot pot. The menu offers a wide variety of seafood dishes, with a focus on crab dishes due to the name "Kani Goten." However, this time I ordered a miso ramen set with 5 pieces of sushi, which is said to be popular with bus drivers. After waiting for about 15 minutes, the sushi was taken from the souvenir shop to the kitchen. It seems that the sushi is prepared in a different location. Soon, the miso ramen and sushi set was served. The miso ramen included toppings such as green onions, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, fish cakes, seaweed, boiled egg, chashu, and fried sweet potato? Considering the price of 650 yen for individual items, it was a generous amount of toppings. The noodles seemed to be made by "Mochizuki Seimenjo"? The soup had a peculiar aftertaste, possibly due to adding something to the commercial sauce. It was the first time I had fried sweet potato as a ramen topping! It may not be the taste of a specialty store, but it was decent for ramen at a souvenir shop restaurant. The sushi brought by the souvenir shop was large in size, with thin slices of vinegar rice. It looked like the sushi you would see at a family restaurant, and the taste was similar as well. Since they specialize in seafood, using fresher ingredients might have made a difference in the evaluation. 650 yen for this seems expensive! Overall, the menu is priced confidently, catering to tourists. It is not a restaurant you would visit specifically for the purpose. There are not many large restaurants nearby, so it could be a good place to stop for a meal while on a drive. ※Overview of the sculptures on the roof: Bear - 15m in length, 10m in height, 8m in width, 30 tons in weight Salmon - 12m in length, 3m in height, 1.5m in width, 8 tons in weight The framework is made of steel, shaped with foam urethane, and finished with special plastic processing.