On this day, I stayed at the "Torasuna Hamamatsu Onsen Hotel". It was the last accommodation of this trip, and I decided to relax in the hot springs. The reason for this change of plans was that I couldn't book a hotel in Sapporo city (the available ones were out of my budget). Later I found out that there were three artists performing live that day. Anyway, I checked in before 4 pm and headed to the hot springs. The water was a bit hot, but it was nice. After soaking in the hot springs, I had a drink in my room and then it was time for dinner at the restaurant on the first floor at 6:30 pm. We ordered draft beer, "Sapporo Classic", and enjoyed the "Seasonal Vegetable Hot Pot Plan". For dessert, we had "Eel Rice Bowl in Dashi Tea Style", which I wasn't a big fan of eel but it was actually quite good. Breakfast was also at the same restaurant, with more variety than expected, and we left feeling satisfied. It was a bit disappointing that coffee was an additional charge.

The miso ramen that my daughter was looking forward to was unexpectedly sold out, which made her cry. To console her, we ordered the delicious Shiraoi beef menu. My daughter, who loves seared sushi, managed to enjoy the meal with tasty sushi and sweet potatoes. The Shiraoi beef was tender and flavorful, and even though I only had a little bit of the beef stew, it was delicious. The white fish tempura was also tasty, confirming that the dishes here are indeed delicious. I will probably accompany my daughter, who is determined to have her revenge with the miso ramen. Although I actually wanted to go to Noboribetsu Onsen, the Torozaki-hama Onsen itself is not bad. The spring quality leaves your skin smooth. But in terms of a nostalgic trip, I want to go to Noboribetsu with its onsen town atmosphere. If we stay at both places, that would be perfect. The nearest station to this hotel, Torozaki-hama Station, is indeed an unmanned station. Only local trains stop there, making it a local station. The next morning's slow train journey turned out to be very enjoyable. Torozaki-hama is really nice after all. It's great to experience the local charm.

The hotel I stayed at the night before work was a bit dull, but I found a great deal at Kozoji Hamamatsu Onsen Hotel. For a single person staying in a Western-style room with breakfast and dinner included, the price was surprisingly low. The hotel was impressive, but a bit old-fashioned. I was picked up and taken to my room, which had a lovely view. The bath experience was a bit lacking, and the dining experience was minimal but the food was delicious. The breakfast was luxurious and wonderful. However, there was something different about the overall experience. The hotel had a convenience store and many outside bath guests, which made it less relaxing. The view of the JR train from my room was lovely. It was a unique hotel with some room for improvement, but I might need to stay there again to truly understand its charm.

It was fantastic... that's the first thing I have to say. The dishes were all lined up together, so some of them were a bit cold... First, there was a delicious teriyaki yellowtail, a specialty tarako with ikura, a gentle simmered dish, and grilled scallops. Various side dishes in a two-tiered box. Freshly cooked rice and miso soup with clams. For dessert, there was a berry-flavored yogurt mousse. This could easily pass for a dinner menu (^_^;) The standout dishes were the tarako, grilled scallops, ikura, and okara. The dessert was also delicious. It's been a while since I had such a luxurious breakfast. You can have unlimited refills of natto, nori, rice, and miso soup. The drink corner offers unlimited Hokkaido milk, which is great♪ The fact that you can also enjoy unlimited hot spring baths with this plan makes it incredibly affordable. This place is not a luxury ryokan, but it felt like staying at a super sento, and I had a comfortable stay. (＾∇＾)

Miso ramen was amazing (^∇^) It was incredibly delicious. The nostalgic ingredients with a super rich spicy miso soup. My daughter really got hooked on it. We even tried putting the rice from the zangi set into the soup (^_^;) The zangi set was also delicious with crispy zangi and a great tangy sauce. You can get seconds of rice and miso soup with seaweed. The fried potatoes were also top-notch, with the warm potato and rich buttery flavor. It would be nice if they offered this kind of dinner even for guests who only have breakfast included. I would love to revisit this place just for the miso ramen (lol).

This is a hot spring hotel located in the Kozoji-hama area of Shiraoi Town. The hot spring was very pleasant, with a pool also available, attracting visitors not only staying overnight but also from nearby towns. On this day, my family stayed overnight. The room was kept clean, and we were able to enjoy a relaxing time away from our daily routine. The outdoor bath my son and I used was particularly refreshing. In the evening, we were joined by acquaintances for a small gathering at the dining area. We enjoyed a variety of dishes including sashimi, tempura, simmered dishes, and grilled items. Our stomachs and hearts were full, and we felt very happy. I would definitely like to stay at this inn again with my family and friends.

Dinner consisted of Shiraoi beef teppanyaki as the main dish, with cooked rice served in a pot next to each person's place setting. The staff recommended letting the rice steam a bit longer before eating. The Shiraoi beef was sweet and delicious, served with sauce and rock salt on the side. The sashimi included yellowtail, botanebi shrimp, tuna, scallops, salmon, all very fresh. The side dishes were also plentiful and satisfying. For breakfast, I chose the Japanese set meal which included delicious tarako (cod roe) that paired perfectly with the rice. Overall, I was very satisfied with the meal. The hot spring with flowing natural spring water was also very enjoyable.

This hotel is located in the Torasuna-hama area of Shiraoi Town, known as the production area of ​​brand tarako. The amazing thing about this hotel is that it has a pool as well as hot springs. Not only that, you can freely go back and forth to the Seven-Eleven just a door away. After bathing, you can get anything you need at Seven-Eleven, but I had the opportunity to use the restaurant at night to deepen my relationship with acquaintances. My acquaintances were eating the meals provided for guests. The variety of dishes such as tempura and sashimi looked very delicious. On the other hand, I ordered a sashimi set meal and beer. I think it was 990 yen, but all the fish were fresh and delicious with beer and sake. I also tried the shrimp tempura that my acquaintances didn't eat, and it was crispy and perfect with alcohol! It seems that the rooms have been renovated in recent years, so I would like to stay as a guest as well.

I went on a drive to Bai, Hokkaido in November 2019! The purpose of this day was to visit a hot spring, but since the ones near Sapporo are crowded, I came all the way here haha. Tora-Ashi Beach has really good hot spring water - it's like beauty serum, thick and my favorite. The bathing fee is 600 yen, and towel rental is extra. Shampoo and other amenities are provided. The hotel is new, but the baths are the same as before, a bit old-fashioned, but the water is still great. After bathing, the best part is enjoying a beer. The canned beer from the vending machine costs 310 yen, and I had dried squid for 160 yen. It was delicious... Unfortunately, they didn't have draft beer. The restaurant is only open at night, and there's no snack counter. Oh well, I had to try the vending machine for the first time haha. Oh, and the rest area is really spacious. Thank you for the meal!

Upon arriving at New Chitose in the evening, it takes about an hour to reach Toubetsu Higashi by rental car. Since it was a bit late, I stayed at a place in Kozojihama Onsen, not in Toubetsu. The dinner time was flexible, starting after 8 pm, which was convenient. The menu included local Shiraoi beef teppanyaki and various other dishes, as well as local sashimi. Everything was almost ready when I sat down, and the taste was not bad. I particularly enjoyed the Shiraoi beef, squid, and mackerel. For breakfast, there was a buffet with plenty of high-quality tarako, a specialty of Kozojihama. The side dishes like simmered dishes also had a local flavor, and although it wasn't extravagant, I enjoyed it more than dinner. The hot spring had abundant water, and the overall atmosphere of the inn was relaxing with a retro Showa vibe.

My wife and I went to the Hamafes festival. No beer or hot springs this time, haha. We ordered two grilled sea urchins, with the president of Honma Suisan personally shelling and charcoal grilling them. My wife ordered beef skewers and the golden pork sausage from Bokka. They catch Ezo Bafun sea urchins at Torasuehama - the boiled hairy crabs from the Funka Bay are cheap! We had them put in a cooler bag and hurried back home! When we weighed it at home, it was 320g of small-sized sea urchin. The miso was also delicious. This festival will be held again on 7/13-14, we have to go again!

During a business trip to Hokkaido, I wanted to visit a rare place away from Sapporo, so I went to Tora-ashihama, famous for its tarako. When I asked about restaurants outside the hotel, I was told there was nothing nearby. So, I decided to have dinner in the hotel dining room. This time, I had the "Warm Bento Box" with salted squid and plum, along with a highball for 1200 yen. The bento box had a surprising amount of food and great quality, including sashimi, fried dishes, simmered dishes, and grilled dishes. I was able to enjoy my meal without having to go outside, and the alcohol went down smoothly. Although there were few customers, giving the place a somewhat lonely feel, I was able to have a relaxing meal. Thank you for the delicious food.

Shiraoi Town Tora-ashihama is an area with high-quality hot springs, featuring old yet charming hot spring inns and day-use hot spring facilities. Tora-ashihama Onsen Hotel, although the main building has been renovated, still offers a 25m heated pool and a large hall that has remained unchanged since the Showa era. For me, it holds memories of over 35 years ago when my grandparents often took me for day trips there. My sister, cousins, and I would play in the heated pool, warm up in the hot springs, then enjoy coffee milk and play arcade games in the game corner. It was bustling back then, with adults eating soba, enjoying Japanese traditional dance and enka performances on stage. It may have faded and quieted down a bit now, but it remains just like it was back then, which made me happy. The hot springs remain the same, too. The hot spring water at Tora-ashihama is clear and transparent, with a gentle viscosity that clings to the skin. While I prefer the more opaque and forceful hot spring water like at Noboribetsu Onsen, I find the hot spring water at Tora-ashihama equally appealing, especially when I want to relax on a leisurely holiday. The facility has several types of baths, including outdoor baths, with varying water qualities such as clear high-temperature water and brownish lukewarm water. Personally, I prefer the clear high-temperature water with strong viscosity, as it embodies the essence of Tora-ashihama. However, since guests using the pool also move around in swimwear (not allowed in the baths), the atmosphere may be slightly less traditional, but the retro-chic vibe is a charming aspect that is hard to let go of. After bathing, enjoy a "Large Hall Beer," a Super Dry beer with a sharp, dry taste that reduces malt content and increases adjuncts (rice, corn starch) for a refreshing flavor! It's the perfect drink to quench your dry throat and body after a bath, injecting moisture and a sense of happiness into your being. The day-use bathing fee is 600 yen. Please note that the "lunch" service previously available in the main building during my visit seems to have been discontinued.

Lunch special with 200 yen discount, I'm going to Imacchan again today! There was one group of customers before me, I got water and roasted green tea by myself, and sat at a bright window seat to connect to the WiFi... The password is kojohama8267. I enjoyed the tempura with a sprinkle of seasoning. The yuzu flavor was delicious! Tempura soba cost 600-200=400 yen. Thank you for the meal! (^^)v

Lunch was 200 yen off! I almost didn't go because that's so cheap! Oh wait, the ramen is now 100 yen more expensive! You have to pay upfront and get your own water. The salt ramen had a lot of toppings, but too much seaweed! The chopsticks are round and slippery, I wish they had disposable ones. I'm sweating a lot, maybe I should take a shower... The bath fee is 300 yen (usually 600 yen), which is nice! The salt ramen was 550 yen minus 200 yen discount, so it was 350 yen. Thank you for the meal!

This month, there is a half-price bath fee of 300 yen if you say "I saw Riatta!" Let's go to the warm bath! My wife and I visited for lunch, and we decided to have a meal since it would be rude to just pay 600 yen. It's pay first. Both of us ordered the February limited menu: I had the tantanmen and my wife had the seafood bowl. We sat at our favorite table, and water and tea are self-service. Tantanmen: Tastes like ramen specialty shop!... It's delicious~ Seafood bowl: It was decent! Tantanmen 650 yen Seafood bowl 1000 yen Thank you for the meal! (^^)v

Visited for the first time in 8 months for a day trip bath. Would you eat lunch if it's 200 yen off? The hot pot udon is 400 yen. A lovely older sister lights the pot and takes it off at the perfect timing. It's so hot! She adds a raw egg to it! There are no shrimp tempura, but for 400 yen, it's a great deal. There are big chunks of chicken in it, so delicious! After eating, soak in the hot spring and take a break in the rest area. Day trip bath 600 yen, hot pot udon 400 yen. Thank you for the meal! (^^)v

I'm happy that there is a convenience store within walking distance from the hotel! The pool next to the hot spring is a bit crowded as it is not separated, but still enjoyable.