On the way back from visiting the Son of God Pond as a tourist, I found this shop online. Unfortunately, lunchtime was over, but I decided to visit because they offered a specialty called "Tamachan Man." The shop is run by a master and his wife who are farmers, and it has a bright and clean atmosphere with about 7-8 counter seats and 3 table seats. The "Tamachan Man" specialty comes in various flavors such as regular meat, cheese, curry, and tomato, all of which looked delicious. I had a hard time choosing, but the master kindly explained each dish, which helped me make a decision. Even if they were out of stock, they would steam the flavor I wanted in about 30 minutes. We tried five different flavors, and they were all delicious! The master's homemade onions added a perfect touch of sweetness. And the price was surprisingly low, only 180 yen per piece! The quality of the product could easily justify a higher price. Of course, their specialty coffee and panini were also delicious. I will definitely visit again to enjoy the tasty food and listen to the master's cheerful stories.

"I came to have lunch at "Farmers Kitchen Tokotoko" in Kiyosato by myself. I didn't expect there to be a restaurant I haven't tried in Kiyosato yet. The main concern was whether it was open or not, but checking over the phone seemed like a hassle, so I decided to just go and see for myself. It was open, and since it had "Farmers" written on it, I assumed it was run by farmers. They have a 3-day weekend system, which is quite ahead of its time. I ordered the "Gapao Rice" and it arrived in about 10 minutes. The soup was delicate, with just the right amount of onions. The Gapao Rice was delicious, spicy, and even vegetable haters would enjoy it because of the amazing acidity from the tomatoes. The sweetness made it very palatable. The minced meat was well-seasoned, and the onions helped to neutralize any strong odors. The crispy texture added to the overall taste. The egg was meant to be mixed in, but I'm not good at mixing, so if my wife was here, she would have mixed it right away. Eating it together made it smoother and even more delicious. I don't usually change the taste, but adding Tabasco for spiciness made it more appealing. I was surprised by the pumpkin and unique cheese, which I usually avoid. I asked for wine and finished all the vegetables, including the rice. I wonder how the rice was, it must have been delicious. I was so engrossed in eating alone, and finishing the meal marked the beginning of a new chapter. It was a pleasant surprise."

We visited during a nice day in mid-July. Many restaurants in Kiyosato were crowded, but we finally found this place. We sat on the terrace with my companions. The staff were all very kind and the food was delicious. I would love to visit this restaurant again.

Tomorrow is mountain climbing, the third mountain this year. The previous two mountains were perfect climbs, and my wife was beaming with pride. So, this year's main goal is Mt. Shari. We stayed overnight and will start climbing early in the morning. The day before, the clouds were low near the mountain base, and I thought it might not be a good day. But my wife, always positive, said, "Remember how it was with Mt. Meakan? Don't worry." In the end, it was a climb in the clouds with drizzle and windy conditions near the summit. It was a tough climb, as expected from a mountain. I wasn't looking forward to stream climbing because I didn't want to get wet, but it turned out to be quite interesting. And, isn't the descent supposed to be easier than the ascent? Well, not with Mt. Shari. The return was tougher. Exhausted, we saw a cafe on the way back that we had never seen before. We made a promise to visit after taking a bath. It was a day off, right? I checked and found out that they are closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. We arrived at the shop at 2:55 PM, just before closing. I thought I would only have a drink, but my wife was already hungry. We were seated at a table, and I asked if they could serve meals. The staff checked with the kitchen and said they could make most items except for Doria. I ordered an iced coffee, and my wife ordered a hamburger plate. The coffee beans could be chosen from three types, and I chose Guatemala. The coffee was made with care, and the taste was as expected. The coffee shop seems to have a strong commitment to their coffee. The BGM was pleasant with Western music playing at a moderate volume. The hamburger plate was made with homemade vegetables from a local farm. The vegetables were delicious, and the hamburger had a strong garlic sauce. The meat was not very juicy but held its own against the strong sauce. My wife was impressed by the delicious vegetables. She said, "The vegetables are so good, as expected from freshly picked ones." The owner recommended a coffee bean shop that is only open on weekends. We will visit that shop soon. This person was so nice that it made me like Kiyosato even more. I felt a little uplifted.

Family outing. I did some research in advance because I wasn't sure about the gourmet food in Kiyosato Town. I found out that they offer plates using local vegetables. There weren't many reviews, but it looked delicious, so we decided to go there. We arrived around 11:20 am and there were no other customers. I ordered the garlic sauce hamburger plate. It comes with rice and soup. The staff was very friendly, checking the air conditioning and chatting with us after we ordered. It's rare to find such service these days. The food arrived in about 20 minutes. The plate was filled with plenty of vegetables and looked very delicious. The pork comes from a free-range pig farm in Kamishunbetsu, and the hamburger was fluffy and very tasty. Each vegetable had a rich flavor, especially the tomatoes which were sweet and flavorful. My parents ordered the hamburger and Gapao rice, and they both said it was delicious. This place is famous for their "Tamachan Man" (Chinese bun), so we got some for dinner takeout. We added some water and microwaved it at home. It was a delicious meat bun. We also got some steamed buns to take home, but they were just average. It's great to have a place that offers local vegetables and generous portions. And it was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

The information on the map in Tabelog was a bit off, but after searching on a different map app, I was able to arrive safely. There are four 4-person tables, which can be combined to create an 8-person table in the center. Additionally, there are two 2-person counter seats by the window facing the parking lot. The place can accommodate up to 20 people. When asked if I wanted food or a drink, I chose a drink and was recommended their coffee and an apple pie made with apples from Kiyosato. The coffee was from Hozeya and there were 4 types available that day. I ordered my favorite one along with the recommended honey cafe latte and apple pie. The honey cafe latte was a hit - the milk alone had a strong honey aroma even before mixing it with the coffee. The apple pie had a subtle cinnamon flavor, making it easy for anyone to enjoy. The accompanying cheese cream was refreshing and to my liking. There were alcohol sprays at the entrance, tables, and restroom, showing a strong emphasis on hygiene. For takeout orders, they even offered to bring the order to my car after payment. Depending on how busy it is, I would definitely like to visit again when I'm in the area.

Lunch during a business trip. "TOKO-TOKO Cafe" in Seiricho, a Farmers' Cafe. A stylish building in a residential area. Wasn't there a cafe around here a few years ago? According to a local resident, this shop opened a year ago. I visited the shop right away. The interior of the shop has a calming color scheme and a nice atmosphere. It's a cafe after all. From the lunch menu, I ordered a Japanese-style grated hamburger. Farmers Kitchen? Does that mean this shop is run by farmers? When you go to a market, you often see photos of the producers next to the produce, but in this shop, the producers are right in front of you. For lunch, I got a plate with a hamburger, soup, and rice. The hamburger is 100% pork. I enjoyed it with a Japanese-style sauce and grated daikon. The coarsely ground hamburger had a good meaty texture and was delicious in my preferred style. The vegetables around the hamburger add color. The dressing enhances the taste of the vegetables. It's not a dressing that forces you to eat vegetables if you don't like them, but a dressing that allows you to savor the vegetables. The pickled mini tomatoes served as a sweet dessert. After the meal, I had Ethiopian coffee. I was asked if I wanted the coffee brewed by machine or drip, and I chose drip. The owner himself made the drip using a mesh. The coffee was rich in aroma and refreshing after the meal. The vegetables used in the dishes are grown on the farm of this shop. I often hear the phrase "eat local, buy local," but the ingredients from the farmer's cafe are truly delicious. Despite being a novice in food, the owner explained the ingredients in a friendly and easy-to-understand manner. They have a strong commitment to selecting ingredients with the taste of farmers nurtured by nature, even though they source pork, coffee beans, and rice from elsewhere. It was clear that they have a special dedication to making customers smile while they eat. On the way back after the meal, the temperature was around minus 7 to 8 degrees Celsius, with the sound of snow crunching underfoot. Despite the cold, the meal warmed my heart. Thank you for the meal.

The meat man doesn't fit in with the stylish restaurant! The taste is stylishly seasoned, just like the restaurant's atmosphere.