I visited the restaurant around noon on the weekend. It is located up a gravel slope about 300-400m from the Shizudaiju Line 55. There is a parking lot right in front of the store. Inside, there was only one group of customers before us, and we were guided to a spacious table. The menu is not extensive, more suitable for enjoying a leisurely tea time while admiring the elegant view. The Scallop and Broccoli Quiche for 1000 yen comes with a salad. The quiche has a crispy pastry crust and is easy to eat, with just the right amount to satisfy your hunger. The Coffee Zenzai for 800 yen consists of coffee jelly topped with vanilla ice cream, red beans, apricot, and rice cake. Coffee is provided separately to pour over it. The Iced Coffee for 500 yen was a bit redundant since we also ordered the Coffee Zenzai. Overall, I felt that the view from the window was elegant, the service was polite and attentive, making it a place to visit when you have time to spare. The prices seemed a bit high, but the restaurant was considerate in seating us at a spacious table as more customers arrived, so we left early. It is recommended for a cool and elegant time on a sunny day.

It is already mid-October, and I have only gone on an overnight motorcycle touring trip once this season. With the possibility of snowfall in mountain passes at this time of year, it could be the final season for bikers. The weather forecast indicated rain for the Japan Sea side and Kamikawa region, while Tokachi was initially sunny but later turned to rain. Despite thinking it might be impossible, the morning forecast showed clear skies in Chitose in the morning with rain in the afternoon. Tokachi was predicted to be cloudy in the afternoon and rainy in the evening. The next day's forecast for Urakawa and Chitose was sunny, so I decided to go and made a reservation at the inn at 8 am. I debated where to have lunch considering the departure time and route for the day, and chose this restaurant. The restaurant is located about 200m up a gravel road from the roadside entrance on a small hill. I have off-road experience and a Sportster, which can easily handle flat forest roads, so I had no issues, but riders on super sports or cruisers might find it challenging. The parking lot offered a view of the plains of Shimizu-cho and the distant Tokachi mountain range, making it a very scenic spot. The interior of the restaurant is quiet and calm, with a few tables near the windows that allow guests to enjoy the view while having their meal or drink. The food menu was more like light snacks than a full lunch menu, and I chose a Panini. The drink menu had American coffee at the top, but I opted for an espresso as the coffee seemed more casual. The espresso arrived first, with a frothy top indicating it was made using an espresso machine. Although it was a bit lacking in bitterness, it was enjoyable with added sugar. The Panini resembled a slightly oversized hot dog and looked delicious. Despite having a knife and fork, it seemed more appetizing to eat with hands, and biting into it revealed a satisfying texture with a mix of bread, vegetables, meat, and sauce. Thanks to the bread, it was quite filling, equivalent to a meal for a woman. The female staff, who had moved to Hokkaido because she loved it, engaged in conversation with me, as we shared the same sentiment. She also complimented the motorcycle gear I use, Max Fritz, saying it was chic and cool, which made me ecstatic (laughs).

Lunch at Sawarabi Terrace on 20th September 2011. This morning in Furano, the temperature dropped to 8.3 degrees. The weather forecast said it would be sunny, so I decided to drive over the pass to Shizumachi in Tokachi. It was a pleasant drive! In the morning, I took a walk in the Tokachi Millennium Forest, and for lunch, I finally visited Sawarabi Terrace, a place I had been wanting to go for a long time! There were no signs along the way, but finally, I noticed the entrance sign and thought, "This is it!" The large windows are a distinctive feature. The view is also splendid. The lunch set had three types of soups: tomato-based, clam chowder, and hot and sour soup. I chose the hot and sour soup with five-grain rice balls. The rice balls can also be made with Tokachi wild yeast bread. The quiche-style omelette with plenty of vegetables was delicious. The salad was simple, made with carrots and grapefruit. I should try making this at home; it would be perfect for a light breakfast. The hot and sour soup was full of ingredients like tofu, glass noodles, wood ear mushrooms, and pork. It was very delicious! The rice balls had the perfect amount of salt. Although I thought, "I might not be full," I was completely satisfied. I planned to have dessert, but that will have to wait for next time. The desserts included matcha tiramisu, bracken rice cakes, and matcha chestnut cake, all of which were very appealing! It would have been nice if the cakes were available for takeout... Unfortunately, they were not. They are currently selling autumn hats in the store, with unique designs full of handmade charm. I couldn't resist and ended up buying a houndstooth hat for the fall and winter season. I had a nice chat with the staff, and I hope they will come to the Wind Garden as well. It takes about an hour and a half from Furano, but I have found another favorite café! A little solo trip on my day off. The perfect ending was the beautiful sunset. Ah, it was a wonderful day. Thank you.

Scenic Tokachi Sawara Bi Terrace in Hokkaido is like a place where you can eat the view. I recently visited a cafe in Kiyosuicho, Tokachi, which was featured in a magazine for its stunning views. It's called "Sawara Bi Terrace". Unfortunately, the weather was not great on the day I visited, but you can see the view towards Obihiro through the window. The interior has a Balinese style, and it's not a place where you can bring your children. The place was busy with ladies having lunch. The Sawara Bi set meal for 1000 yen was delicious, especially the simmered turnips. It would be even better if they included a drink or a small dessert in the set, even if it meant a slightly higher price. Some people may not need it, but for those who do, it would be appreciated. There is a welcome board and umbrellas available in the parking lot for rainy days. I think it would be truly relaxing to have tea here on a sunny day.

On the way to Sapporo, there was a building on a conspicuous small hill that I initially thought might be a villa. However, among the local women in Obihiro, it seems to be a popular cafe, so I was recommended to visit it once. It is a bit of a detour to stop by on the way to Sapporo, but going to the cafe alone is too far. This time, I had a chance to go to Shimizu, so I decided to stop by "Sawarabi Terrace". The entrance sign is easy to spot, so I climbed up the hill without hesitation. There is a parking space, and several cars are already parked there. The window seats with a good view are already taken, but even from this seat, you can see the beautiful scenery of the distant mountains and foothills. The cakes are neatly lined up in the showcase, receiving high praise. I ordered the popular roll cake and strawberry tart. The colors are beautiful. I took a bite of the roll cake. Hmm... Then I tried the strawberry tart. Hmm... Why is it so highly praised? Is it because the taste is close to a cake in Sapporo, not too sweet or luxurious enough for my taste, it's not quite right for me, unfortunately... Moreover, the coffee tastes like it was made from a simple machine... The view is nice, but all the voices in the store echo off the floor and ceiling, making the sound harsh (similar to a large coffee shop in the city). Personally, I don't like this kind of design. The clinking, buzzing, and echoing sounds from the chairs and voices make it uncomfortable and unsettling. Maybe because it's mostly middle-aged women around, but despite the good view, this store is disappointing.

The windows inside the shop are also large, emphasizing the view. Lunch seems to be popular, but I haven't tried it. I tend to visit in the evening rather than at lunchtime. I usually have coffee and cake. The shop is stylish, and the cakes have a stylish feel as well. The taste is gentle, I guess? (Coffee is so-so) However, my heart is mostly captured by the view outside the window. The view from here is magnificent, even on rainy days. The expansive clouds and continuous rain somehow turn it into a scene from a movie. I just gaze blankly at it... Coffee 400 yen Espresso 400 yen Various cakes

Located near Tokachi Sennen no Mori in Shimizu-cho, on the way from Obihiro to Nissho Pass. It is situated on top of a small hill, a little uphill from the gravel road off the main road. The exterior is stylish, and the interior is lovely as well. The interior is decorated in a stylish Balinese style with rattan and burnt brown tones. The inside is spacious with large windows that offer a great view of the Tokachi region. We enjoyed some cake and tea for teatime. There were about five types of cakes, all homemade and delicious. In addition to classics like roll cake and cheesecake, there was also a Japanese-style black sesame mousse. They had black tea, but I recommend trying one of their three types of Chinese tea. They also offer a lunch set on weekdays. Definitely worth a visit on a sunny day.

I went for a drive with a friend from Obihiro city to have lunch at "Sawarabi Terrace". This restaurant is located on the way to the entrance of Nisshokan Pass, passing through Obihiro and going through Gokei. The entrance was a bit surprising, but we went in and climbed up to find a very stylish building on top of the hill. The interior of the restaurant was also stylish, and the view from the window seats was fantastic! We had the "Sawarabi set meal", which was a very stylish Japanese meal. The cake after the meal was also good! I might go back next time to buy some cake, but it's a bit far from Obihiro city.