Yesterday, since we dined at a nice restaurant inside the hotel, today we wanted to try a more local place. We found a retro Showa-style restaurant in a very run-down "restaurant street". It was a small and empty place, with only two foreigners and us. During the ski season, it seems to get quite crowded with Australians and other Westerners, and it's hard to get a seat. The individual dishes were decently tasty. We were intrigued by the Hokkaido omelette, but it turned out to be a nostalgic version. The prices for each dish were displayed, but they didn't accept the national travel support program, and the ordering process was almost entirely done through handwritten notes, making the bill unclear. We also ordered three beers, and the total came to 9000 yen. Can you believe it? #FuranoGourmet #FuranoIzakaya #HokkaidoTravel #HokkaidoGourmet #Furano #Biei #GenghisKhan #SapporoTravel #Robata #Izakaya #Robatayaki #JapaneseSake #JapaneseCuisine #Sashimi #LocalSake #Gourmet #CharcoalGrilled

I went to this restaurant based on the recommendation of the locals. They said it's only until 10 pm, but I decided to give it a try. I ordered hokke (Okhotsk atka mackerel), Genghis Khan (grilled lamb), deer, pork, tsukune (chicken meatballs), Ainu sake, sake, and wine balls. The hokke was delicious. The Genghis Khan was okay. The pork, tsukune, and deer were tasty in that order. It seems that food that is commonly eaten tends to be consistently delicious. The Ainu sake was made by soaking garlic in it, as the Ainu people consume a lot of garlic. The garlic flavor was intense. The wine balls were decent. There are other things I want to try, so I would like to visit again, but I'm not sure when that will be.

Today, I stayed overnight in Furano, known as the navel of Hokkaido. I visited this cozy restaurant with a hearth. They serve a variety of local dishes like fresh fish, zangi, potatoes, and more. The friendly atmosphere created by the owner immediately put me at ease, and the other customers were also engaging in pleasant conversations. The owner kindly explained the restaurant's system and recommended dishes. I ordered a beer, whelk sashimi, Hokkaido cheese baked dish, Ainu dumplings, and zangi. They also served cucumber as a complimentary appetizer, which was a nice touch. The whelk was fresh, the Hokkaido cheese was sweet and delicious, and the Ainu dumplings with Ainu leeks and garlic were exceptional. I also tried the Ainu leek sake, which had a strong flavor and was very invigorating. The food was delicious, and the kind owner truly made the dining experience special. I hope this restaurant continues to thrive for a long time to come.

Thank you very much. When it comes to Furano in Hokkaido, it reminds me of the drama series "From the North Country". I visited the restaurant called Robata for the first time, which is said to have been visited by Goro from "From the North Country". When it comes to Hokkaido, seafood is a must. Everything was fresh and delicious. Since it's a robatayaki restaurant, I also ordered grilled fish. I love grilled fish because it goes well with alcohol. The owner of the restaurant had a unique personality and was warm, making me feel cozy. I will definitely visit again when I'm in Furano. Thank you for the delicious meal. Deliciousness is justice.

I went on a business trip to Furano. When people think of Furano, many Japanese people probably think of the song "Aa Aa Aa Aaaaa" along with the face of Kunie Tanaka. Even though I didn't watch the show, that song was stuck in my head the whole time I was in Furano. I visited a izakaya that apparently was frequented by Goro, the character played by Kunie Tanaka, in the drama. This restaurant is located in a back alley in the entertainment district. It was full, but the owner managed to find us a seat. The atmosphere of the restaurant and the service were great! And the oyster pon ❤️ When I think of oyster pon, I imagine vinegar oysters, so I was surprised to find hot oysters coated in starch (probably) and topped with ponzu sauce, and it was incredibly delicious! Besides the oyster pon, we ordered a couple more dishes. To be honest, the food was not mind-blowingly delicious (huh?), but it was tasty, and the atmosphere of the restaurant and the vibe of the other customers were pleasant. The owner had a nice charm. The charm of the owner and the atmosphere of the restaurant have a power that surpasses simply delicious food! I definitely want to go back again!

The menu was explained kindly. The Ainu gyoza has Ainu leeks in it! Everything I ate was delicious!! The atmosphere of the restaurant was warm, and I will definitely go back when I visit Otaru again.

I think this is a cultural restaurant. The old-fashioned store and the kind-hearted owner are irresistible. The photo is of Ainu Negi Sake (garlic soaked in shochu), which is exquisite. Oh, it's irresistible. I want to come back to this restaurant.

The robatayaki restaurant in the bustling entertainment district was a charming Showa-era establishment! The sashimi platter with tsubugai had a great texture, and the raw squid was delicious. It was a great experience!

Location for the TV drama "From the North Country". The owner and regular customers are warm and friendly.

I enjoyed delicious robatayaki! It was hot and tasty. Reached 1000 reviews!

I was so full that I could only enjoy the atmosphere with a highball and edamame.

I was introduced by a local and visited this place together. Everything was really delicious!

Overall delicious. The chef has a good taste.

The atmosphere is very nice! The food is fresh and carefully prepared. The hot sake is excellent!