Yakisoba / ¥950 This restaurant was also featured in "The Lonely Gourmet." It was packed during the cherry blossom season holiday, so I had to wait for almost an hour from entering until my order arrived. I got my hopes up on my own because of the wait, but the taste was just as I had imagined. It's definitely at tourist spot prices. I think it's a place where the atmosphere makes the food taste better.

Another visit to the park after a long time. This time, I tried eating and drinking by returning the utensils in the park. I had canned beer and grilled pork belly. There are a few tables available. Many people were eating outside, and I even saw foreigners drinking draft beer. It was just the right temperature as it's starting to get warmer. It felt liberating compared to eating indoors. The pork belly was delicious! It seems like everything here is tasty. You can pay with PayPay.

I have visited this place multiple times while walking my beloved dog. They allow dogs inside, and you can drink during the day, so it's paradise for dog lovers and drinkers. After enjoying some snacks with Hoppy, I had a voluminous omurice. The taste was spot on. This place is truly wonderful. Thank you for the meal.

On a certain holiday, the day before the last day of a long weekend, it was rainy. A small child was eagerly looking forward to being taken out to play today, but I was feeling exhausted and just wanted to relax with a bath of Lipovitan D. I decided to head to Wadabori Park in Nishieifuku, where I wouldn't have to engage in physical activities. I wasn't planning on playing with the park equipment, so I thought maybe I could try fishing. However, most likely I would just watch and not actually fish, so today was more of a reconnaissance mission. When I arrived at the restaurant, I found that there were two courses available - a fishing pond course and a dining course. I chose the dining course and sat at a table with a view of the fishing pond. The spacious restaurant, resembling a large vinyl house, was filled with customers, with about 80% of them drinking. It was the perfect sight of a holiday dining establishment. I was tempted to order a beer, but the prices were a bit high - 600 yen for a draft beer, 600 yen for a large bottle, 400 yen for a 500ml can, and 350 yen for a 350ml can. The large bottle seemed more cost-effective and I preferred the taste of bottled beer, so I ordered one. The draft beer being carried to other tables looked like a chubby jug - quite impressive. For snacks, I ordered fried potatoes for 500 yen, 3 skewers of grilled chicken for 500 yen, and yakisoba for 850 yen. The prices were a bit high, but it was a tourist spot so I accepted it. As I observed the fishing pond, I noticed that not many fish were being caught. The bottled beer was extremely cold and refreshing, making it delicious. The fried potatoes and grilled chicken were decent, and when the yakisoba arrived later, I was pleasantly surprised by its taste. It had plenty of cabbage and the pork was stir-fried over high heat, resulting in a delicious dish. I remembered a scene from Season 1, Episode 5 of "The Lonely Gourmet" where Inogashira Goro debated between yakisoba and yakisoba and ultimately chose to eat yakisoba, describing it as a hearty and delicious meal. However, I didn't eat the yakisoba, so I couldn't confirm if it was the right choice. In fact, yakisoba might have been the better option. As I leisurely observed the surroundings, I soon left. When I paid at the register, I noticed an autograph from Matsushige Yutaka, also known as Inogashira Goro. "The Lonely Gourmet" is now in its 10th season. It was a relaxing afternoon.

A revisit after a long time. Surprised to see it's been about a year since I last checked the reviews. Located inside Wadahori Park, this dining spot is connected to a fishing pond. It goes without saying that Musashinoen, before its renovation, was a location featured on "The Lonely Gourmet". The park is spacious and great for a stroll, but you can't help but want a drink along the way, haha. I ordered grilled gizzard and grilled whole squid, along with a large bottle of beer. It seems like the prices have gone up little by little, don't you think? The food is delicious regardless of the location. I sat in the same area as last time, with a view of the fishing pond. There were many families at the fishing pond, probably because it was a holiday. I haven't tried fishing at the pond yet, haha. I decided to try the ramen, which reminded me of the ramen from old Chinese restaurants. It had a rich soy sauce-based Chinese soup, curly noodles, chashu, green onions, and bamboo shoots. A ramen that you can even drink the soup to the last drop. It was still lively and bustling as usual, which was nice to see. I hope this place continues to thrive for a long time.

On Thursday, around 12:00, I visited a new restaurant. There were 3 customers when I arrived and 9 customers came in later. I had a draft beer for 600 yen, gyoza for 600 yen, hiyayakko (cold tofu) for 250 yen, highball for 450 yen, oolong highball for 450 yen, and fried rice for 800 yen. The fried rice had ingredients like eggs, char siu (roast pork), carrots, cabbage, onions, similar to homemade fried rice. It was well-balanced and delicious, with a hint of garlic and a satisfying portion. I enjoyed the meal while looking at the fishing pond in front of me, which was very relaxing. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I arrived at the restaurant around 2:00 PM and it was not crowded. There were two of us dining. We ordered omurice, yakisoba, and a bottle of beer. The restaurant is located near a fishing pond, and even though we didn't go fishing, we decided to have a meal there. I was quite hungry and thirsty after walking a long way, but the beer helped me feel refreshed. The omurice was surprisingly delicious, and the yakisoba brought back nostalgic memories. I was moved by the unforgettable and familiar flavors I encountered.

Adjacent to the Tachikawa Hori Park is "Tsuri Hori Musashinoen," where you can enjoy a leisurely beer while watching people fishing. Enjoy some grilled gizzards (500 yen) as a snack with a large bottle of Super Dry beer (600 yen). Add some cheese (350 yen) and a highball (450 yen) to finish it off for a total of 1,800 yen. The place is spacious, so even during holidays, you can find a seat without feeling crowded and can relax at your own pace. The roof is covered but designed like a vinyl house, allowing natural light to come in and creating an open atmosphere. It's a hidden gem where you can forget you're in the 23 wards of Tokyo and take a break.

I stopped by during a walk, it seems to be the shop that Goro-san visited. I chose the omurice from the menu, a simple one with ketchup on top. The shop was quite busy but I didn't have to wait long to get my order. The omurice was served on a square tray with ramen soup. The omelette was thin but well-cooked, with a nice touch of ketchup on top. The chicken rice inside was delicious, with lots of onions and chicken pieces. Even just the chicken rice by itself was tasty. The ketchup flavor was strong enough, you don't need to add more. The soup that came with it was also flavorful, with large pieces of green onions, but a bit salty. Overall, I really enjoyed the omurice.

Discovered a large park within walking distance. Apparently, there is a restaurant that appeared in the first season of "The Lonely Gourmet." I have to go there! The restaurant is actually a dining place attached to a fishing pond. Established 70 years ago, you can enjoy a meal inside a vinyl house while watching the fishing pond, making it a unique place. There is only one cafe in the park, so it feels like almost having the whole place to yourself. The park is quite spacious and stretches across several train stations, with the closest being Nishi-Ogikubo Station on the Keio Inokashira Line. I walked there from Koenji and was surprised to find such a natural park in the city, feeling like I was on a trip to the countryside. I ordered a canned lemon sour, omurice, and grilled gizzard. The entrance was filled with autographs of famous people, as this place seems to have been featured in various TV shows and movies. Many groups were enjoying their food at the tables outside the restaurant within the park. It was convenient to be able to use PayPay for payment. The omurice was surprisingly delicious, with the quality of a good local Chinese restaurant. Goro-san would surely be impressed too. It was innovative to be able to drink while watching the fishing pond scenery. I would like to try fishing there next time.

Taking a bus ride for a fall outing with a picnic mood. The destination is the Tokyo Metropolitan Wadabori Park. It is a long and narrow park with the Zenpukuji River flowing through the middle, and the total area is quite large. The excitement of meeting friends who will board at a stop along the way adds to the fun. The bus, with a slightly elevated view, is a delightful mode of transport. In the pleasant autumn weather, the bus speeds comfortably towards the destination. However, upon arrival at the bus stop, there is no sign of the friend. Instead, Miki-chan with a backpack is spotted boarding the next bus. Phew, what a relief! It's been a while since we last met. Walking past the Omiya Hachimangu Shrine, we stroll along the park's tree-lined promenade and finally arrive at the true destination. At the Musashino Garden, with a view of the fishing pond, we relax at a restaurant where eating and drinking are allowed. Should we have a proper meal or just snack? We opt for the latter and place our order. First, we toast with a highball to the long-awaited reunion. - Pork Cutlet Stew: ¥700 - My favorite pork cutlet bowl, but only the head. The cutlet, which seems freshly fried, is quite nice, combined with a not-too-sweet broth, onions, and egg. Delicious! However, the actual dish looks quite different from the menu photo, with bright red pickled ginger and chopped seaweed. But the combination is great, so no problem. I quickly eat the seaweed part on top of the cutlet that I was about to eat, next to someone who seems dissatisfied. - Grilled Chicken Gizzards with Salt: ¥500 - A plate of gizzards, crispy and well-seasoned with salt, perfect for accompanying drinks. The appearance is different from the menu photo. - Fried Tofu with Sauce: ¥500 - It was supposed to be soaked in broth, but it felt more like mitarashi dango sauce, with a strong stickiness. Easy to eat and divided into small pieces, so it's okay! - Smoked Chicken Salad: ¥600 - We wanted some vegetables, so we chose this. The chicken is soft and moist, more than smoked, and the dish was supposed to be mainly green but turned out to be warm-colored with purple cabbage and orange dressing. Refreshing with a tangy dressing! While laughing at how everything looks different from the photos, we notice a note at the bottom of each photo saying "Photos are for illustration purposes only." Got it! The restaurant has a high ceiling and a relaxed, greenhouse-like atmosphere, with self-service water and small dishes. Watching middle-aged men enjoying themselves at the fishing pond on a weekday afternoon, time passes slowly. Thanks for accompanying me to this place I've always wanted to visit, Miki-chan! Another tea house in the park also caught my interest, so I must come back again soon!

In the middle of the park, when I think of a rest area, I imagine a sophisticated tea house, but here at "Musashinoen", it is located in Wadahori Park, which is part of a long and huge green area along the Zenpukuji River, which starts from Zenpukuji Park and eventually merges with the Kanda River. This building is an izakaya attached to a fishing pond, or rather, it is an izakaya itself. Musashinoen with HGRK. It had been a long time since we couldn't meet due to the corona pandemic, and when I checked, it turned out that we had met exactly one year ago on the same day! We didn't realize it at the time, but we toasted to the reunion after about a year! There are various types of people with different perspectives, some go out because they have been vaccinated, some go out even without being vaccinated (like me), and some still choose to stay home despite being vaccinated. I don't really understand their feelings. In the past, I mentioned that I wouldn't invite them, so they should invite me, and on this day, I was invited. I was thinking about what to do, but then I was told, "Let's order a little bit of food so it doesn't end too quickly, and Miki-zou-chan, have a lot to drink," and I happily indulged in sake from noon! We ordered tonkatsu stew, grilled gizzards, deep-fried tofu, and smoked chicken salad all at once. Normally, when I drink, I order 1-2 dishes first and then add more while watching, so ordering 4 dishes at once made me feel a bit extravagant (laughs). Although the time we couldn't meet was long, we chatted as if we had met yesterday, with about 60% of our usual energy. As the number of customers around us decreased to almost zero, I started to feel a little anxious (was there a break?). However, while looking at the fishing pond in front of me, I continued to sip and chat, and the time passed.

During my work rounds, I took my usual walk from Shin-Okubo to Kichijoji, about 5km and 1 hour walk. I took a detour to a fishing pond in Wadahori Park, which became famous thanks to the TV show "Kodoku no Gurume". When I arrived, it was already past 4 pm and the door was closed and locked. I thought it was over, but when I asked, they said the last order was at 4:30 pm and they closed at 5 pm. I couldn't rest inside, so I bought a non-alcoholic beer (300 yen) from the takeout window and asked if I could rest in the greenhouse, which they allowed. I sat in the spacious greenhouse, watching the fishermen, and enjoyed my drink. Suddenly, a couple in front of the pond caught a fish! They took a picture to commemorate the moment. It was a nice break from the walk. Now, let's continue walking the rest of the way.

I visited Musashinoen, a place featured in the Sunday Lonely Gourmet episode set in Nishieifuku. I was intrigued by the way Inokashira-san (played by Toyokazu Matsushige) enjoyed the omelette rice, which was served with classic ketchup rice and had a retro look. I ate while enjoying the view of the fishing pond. #NishieifukuGourmet #NishieifukuLunch #Nishieifuku #Musashinoen

On a Saturday afternoon, around 2 pm, at a fishing pond located at the edge of Wadahori Park. It is about a 15-minute walk from Nishieifuku Station. I was continuing my walk after leaving Yaruku Coffee and happened to arrive at Wadahori Park, so I decided to stop here. Along the way, I saw many children fishing for shrimp, adults taking pictures of kingfishers, and families enjoying picnics. When I used to live in Nakano, I often came close to this place but never entered, so this was a great opportunity. On such a hot day, beer sounds perfect, so I smoothly started a conversation and ended up walking in. There is a mysterious red lattice on the right side leading to the entrance of the fishing pond. There is also a popcorn maker that talks like a ninja. On the left side is the entrance to the eat-in space. You can also purchase take-out beer and food from the window in front. Passing through the dim kitchen space (probably), you enter a bright space with vinyl tents. Garden tables are set up spaciously, and there are also counter seats in the back. The spacious area overlooking the fishing pond is wide. The table spacing is also wide, so it feels safe and secure even in these times. You can choose your favorite seat, and the following items are available for order from the back right side: Large bottle of beer for 600 yen, Crispy fried dry cheese for 500 yen, Grilled gizzard for 500 yen, Sours and highballs for 450 yen, which feels a bit expensive, but beer in a large bottle for 600 yen. They even have Hoppy available, which is quite impressive. After having ramen and cake, I'm not really hungry, but for the sake of the blog, we ordered two appetizers. The crispy fried cheese is round and surprisingly delicious. After considering it with everyone, we confirmed that it tastes like Chips Star. The grilled gizzard is not piping hot, which is a shame, but it's big and juicy. This one is also more delicious than I imagined. Well, the quality of the appetizers doesn't really matter. Just drinking beer lazily in a semi-outdoor space on a sunny early summer afternoon is the best. Families who seem to be locals. Everyone in baseball uniforms, maybe coming back from a game. Over there, is that a grandfather and grandchild? There is a relaxed atmosphere at every table. Just sitting here and chilling makes me feel happy. When leaving, I went to the entrance to settle the bill. (My husband got very excited about the photo of Naa-chan during the PV shoot) I had a wonderful unexpected moment. Thank you very much.

Seijo Seika @ Asukayama Park ate ramen, JalkCoffee @ Nishi Eifuku had cake and coffee, and then walked to the fishing pond Musashinoen in the Tachikawa Wadabori Park. This is also a shop that Inogashira Goro-san visited in The Solitary Gourmet. In the past, the articles about the shops Goro-san visited are as follows: - July 23, 2016 Kamal Pool @ Kiba - October 9, 2017 Yang @ Ikebukuro - February 11, 2018 Sushi Taishokuya @ Sangenjaya - March 3, 2018 Shan Way @ Gaienmae When you enter to the right, there is a fishing pond, and to the left, there is a dining area. After a meeting, we decided to go to the dining area. It feels like a training camp... There are chopsticks and seasonings placed here, so this area might also be for customers. We went to the back to the vinyl house area. On this day, there was a state of emergency declaration starting the day after tomorrow. It was very empty at the 2:00 pm visit. What a feeling of openness. What a pleasant space. I had seen The Solitary Gourmet, but I didn't expect it to be like this. The high ceiling is nice. It seems like it would be a great beer garden in the summer. Beyond the vinyl sheet, there is a fishing pond. An area you pass through on the way to the restroom. This is also quite nice. The handwashing area reminiscent of an old school. Very, very nice. The table condiments are sauce, soy sauce, shichimi, pepper. The staff will come when you press the button. There are quite a number of menu items. Various types such as regular izakaya-like dishes and dining-like set meals. It seems like it can be used in various scenes. I have listed all the items at the bottom. Beer and two appetizers arrived. Since I had ramen & cake earlier, I'm not hungry, but I ordered for the atmosphere. ■Bottled beer (600 yen) The size is a large bottle. A large bottle for 600 yen is quite reasonable. There are also draft beer (commonly known as draft beer) and canned beer in 2 sizes. ■Crispy Cheese Fries (500 yen) Tastes like Chip Star. It might be used in the batter. It turned into a slightly different appetizer with the work of Chip Star. ■Grilled Gizzard with Salt (500 yen) Gizzards have a slight odor, but that might be a good thing. It feels appropriate in a place like this. No matter what you order, the atmosphere and mood elevate in this space. I wanted to stay here until night. The paradise of this world was in Nishi Eifuku.

* "The Lonely Gourmet Season 9" episode 8 features Enmusubi, a manju shop in Takasaki. Due to the state of emergency, Enmusubi will be closed until 9/12. * In "The Day I Fell in Love for the First Time," Kyoko Fukada and Ryo Narita enjoy hot dogs after fishing. In Tokyo, there are many abandoned restaurants featured in "The Lonely Gourmet." I believe Goro enjoyed parent-child donburi and yakisoba here. I remembered this while browsing through the magazine CREA's "Secret Tokyo." I had passed by before while cherry blossom viewing but never went in. Finally, I visited. * The seating area facing the fishing pond is like a greenhouse. It may be hot in the summer, but it should be fine. You can see cherry blossoms from inside the restaurant! You order at your table and pay at the register before leaving. I had the following items: - Katsudon (pork cutlet rice bowl) - 900 yen - Green tea highball - 450 yen * The menu is diverse, offering a variety of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. Now that the state of emergency is over, I am enjoying drinks at places where it is allowed. The green tea highball was delicious with a strong flavor. The katsudon had a generous portion of pork cutlet with egg and topped with shredded seaweed on firm rice. The batter was not too thick compared to the meat, with a sweet and savory seasoning. I enjoyed it with miso soup and pickled daikon. The staff were all friendly and the menu offers a variety, including hot pots. I look forward to leisurely drinking while enjoying the open sky.

Today, I watched a rerun of "The Solitary Gourmet" and decided to visit this place. I arrived at 12:35 PM. Wow, there are so many people outside. I thought I would have to wait in line, but the customer informed me that it's a reservation system. I was called in 10 minutes later and seated in the back in a kind of vinyl house? (laughs). I decided on what to order based on what Inogashira Goro and Hisayoshi were eating in "The Solitary Gourmet". I called the waiter and ordered Yakisoba (850 yen), Oyakodon (850 yen), Omurice (900 yen), and as a bonus, Potato Fries (450 yen). I bought a bottle of water from the vending machine as it seems to be self-service. It only cost 100 yen, not the usual tourist spot price. Cheap! And then, after waiting for 10 minutes, the Potato Fries arrived, followed by the main dishes. Here's my review: - Potato Fries: Lots of ketchup, crispy and delicious. Great as a snack. - Yakisoba: Thick and chewy noodles with a rich sauce and lots of vegetables. Delicious, could also be a good snack. - Omurice: A mountain of fluffy eggs with a mix of runny and well-cooked parts. The rice inside is chicken rice. Slightly heavy on the ketchup, but tasty. - Oyakodon: Soft and runny egg with a slightly sweet seasoning. The chicken pieces are plentiful. Delicious. Overall, this place is like an outdoor izakaya (Japanese pub). The tables are quite dusty, so it's not very hygienic. I cleaned it with wet wipes, but if you're concerned, it might be best to avoid this place. However, eating in the great outdoors gives a nice feeling, especially on a good weather day like today. It could be great for drinking with friends during the day. The food is decently delicious. Thank you for the meal.

After finishing early morning work on a holiday, I headed to Nagafukucho for the first time in a while. I then warped to Wadabori Park and tried out the Musashinoen restaurant located next to the fishing pond. However, the atmosphere was completely different from the scene in a certain drama where Kyosuke Hyuga was drinking sake in the afternoon with a glass. I wonder if the design changed from a certain period, as the building now looks more like a vinyl house, with decorations like a Daruma doll donated by the Kitanofuji stable and a framed picture of Kitanofuji performing the sumo ritual. On this day, the terrace was occupied by a senior baseball team having a post-game meeting, while the inside of the restaurant was filled with two families with young children and a group of women having a girls' night out, leaving me alone. In this situation, I called the waiter using the bell and ordered the following items: - SD Long Can (400 yen) I drank a can of beer while facing away from the fishing pond. Since it was daytime, a regular can of beer would have been fine. - Croquette (200 yen) A potato croquette. The crab cream croquette was 250 yen per piece. The appetizers mainly ranged in the 500 yen category, with various options such as simmered dishes and fried foods, but the portions were quite large, making it a bit challenging for one person. I wanted to try the miso-glazed dish, but I passed on it this time. - Omu Rice (900 yen) The most popular menu item in the restaurant. I chose the round omu rice with extra ketchup, instead of the parent and child bowl that Matsuo Toyohiro ate on TV. The filling was authentic chicken rice, more like the type you would find in a Chinese restaurant in town. It was delicious and lived up to its popularity. Thank you for the meal. The young father at the table behind me was getting excited every time he caught a fish, saying "I caught one! I caught one!" to his little daughter, but she seemed unimpressed. It was a heartwarming moment on a late summer afternoon. The end.

In November 2020, I visited Omiya Hachimangu Shrine and realized later that there was a parking lot very close to the shop, so I ended up parking far away and wasted some time. However, I enjoyed walking through the greenery and breathing in the fresh air. I arrived just before lunch, with only one other customer there. There were many people fishing in the pond, but I ordered an omelette rice on the spacious terrace. The aroma quickly filled the terrace and the dish arrived in about 10 minutes. It was huge, served with Chinese soup. The rich aroma of Kagome's ketchup was delightful. The egg was thinly rolled and slightly runny, the rice inside was moist and flavorful with ketchup. The chicken was plentiful and satisfying to eat. The sweet ketchup was very comforting for a tired body. I finished the meal while sipping the Chinese soup without stopping. The omelette was thinly rolled and slightly runny, the rice was moist and flavorful with ketchup, the ketchup was rich and sweet, the ingredients included chicken and onions. The omelette rice cost 900 yen. Thank you for the meal.