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Wakaeya

Rating80SCORE
WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Founded in 1698, continuing for 16 generations (327 years of history).
1698年創業・16代続く老舗（327年の実績）。
The 'Tai Chazuke Ureshino,' passed down within one family, is a unique local dish of the Kitsuki castle town.
一子相伝の「鯛茶漬けうれしの」は城下町杵築の唯一無二の郷土料理。
Multiple official achievements: Oishinbo feature, Michelin Guide 2018 selection, and JR Kyushu Nanatsuboshi adoption.
美味しんぼ掲載・ミシュランガイド2018選出・JR九州ななつ星採用という複数の公的実績。
TripAdvisor 4.1 (21 reviews, ranked 2nd in Kitsuki).
TripAdvisor 4.1（21件、杵築市2位）。
Tabelog 43 reviews, 3.29 — low score but possibly affected by advertising fee issues, while 1,620 saves show true popularity.
食べログ43件・3.29はスコア低めだが広告費不払い店舗の可能性があり1620人の保存数が真の人気を示す。
Listed on official Oita tourism site.
大分県公式観光サイト掲載。
Many local media features.
地元メディア取材多数。
Popular Dishes
Tai Chazuke Ureshino (1,800 yen)
鯛茶漬けうれしの（1,800円）
Bamboo Set (from 2,800 yen)
竹の膳（2,800円〜）
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A traditional restaurant established in 1698, continuing for 16 generations as the only old-established restaurant in the Kitsuki castle town. The specialty 'Tai Chazuke Ureshino' is named after a lord who reportedly whispered 'How delightful.' Fresh sea bream marinated in a secret sesame sauce passed down within one family, served over rice with Kitsuki tea—a flavor from the Edo period. Featured in Oishinbo manga. Listed in the 2018 Michelin Guide Kumamoto/Oita. Also adopted by JR Kyushu's Nanatsuboshi train. TripAdvisor 4.1 (21 reviews, ranked 2nd in Kitsuki).

TripAdvisor 21 reviews, 4.1 (ranked 2nd in Kitsuki). Tabelog 43 reviews (3.29). Multiple reviews with strong impressions saying 'Everything is delicious, not a single overpowering flavor' and 'I'll never forget this taste.' Though Tabelog score is low, 1,620 people have 'saved' it. Its quality is backed by Oishinbo feature, Michelin selection, and Nanatsuboshi adoption. Well-balanced reviews. Many local media features. No signs of fake reviews. No negative information found.

Business Hours
Mon – Sun11:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：不定休（要確認）
Phone0978-63-5555Call
Access
In Kitsuki castle town, about 9 minutes by bus from JR Kitsuki Station. Parking for 30 cars. Private tatami rooms available. Cards accepted (VISA, JCB, etc.). Lunch only (11:00-15:00). Evenings require reservation.
665-429 Kitahama, Kitsuki-shi, Oita
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
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Wakaeya

Rating80SCORE
Popular Dishes
Tai Chazuke Ureshino (1,800 yen)
鯛茶漬けうれしの（1,800円）
Bamboo Set (from 2,800 yen)
竹の膳（2,800円〜）
Business Hours
Mon – Sun11:00-15:00
Regular Holiday：不定休（要確認）
Access
In Kitsuki castle town, about 9 minutes by bus from JR Kitsuki Station. Parking for 30 cars. Private tatami rooms available. Cards accepted (VISA, JCB, etc.). Lunch only (11:00-15:00). Evenings require reservation.
665-429 Kitahama, Kitsuki-shi, Oita
Phone0978-63-5555
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Available
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WHY IT'S A MESHI MAP PICK
Why this place makes the list
Locals keep coming back. That is the real proof.
地元の人が、通い続ける。それが何よりの証明。
Founded in 1698, continuing for 16 generations (327 years of history).
1698年創業・16代続く老舗（327年の実績）。
The 'Tai Chazuke Ureshino,' passed down within one family, is a unique local dish of the Kitsuki castle town.
一子相伝の「鯛茶漬けうれしの」は城下町杵築の唯一無二の郷土料理。
Multiple official achievements: Oishinbo feature, Michelin Guide 2018 selection, and JR Kyushu Nanatsuboshi adoption.
美味しんぼ掲載・ミシュランガイド2018選出・JR九州ななつ星採用という複数の公的実績。
TripAdvisor 4.1 (21 reviews, ranked 2nd in Kitsuki).
TripAdvisor 4.1（21件、杵築市2位）。
Tabelog 43 reviews, 3.29 — low score but possibly affected by advertising fee issues, while 1,620 saves show true popularity.
食べログ43件・3.29はスコア低めだが広告費不払い店舗の可能性があり1620人の保存数が真の人気を示す。
Listed on official Oita tourism site.
大分県公式観光サイト掲載。
Many local media features.
地元メディア取材多数。
80SCORE
What a score of 80 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

A traditional restaurant established in 1698, continuing for 16 generations as the only old-established restaurant in the Kitsuki castle town. The specialty 'Tai Chazuke Ureshino' is named after a lord who reportedly whispered 'How delightful.' Fresh sea bream marinated in a secret sesame sauce passed down within one family, served over rice with Kitsuki tea—a flavor from the Edo period. Featured in Oishinbo manga. Listed in the 2018 Michelin Guide Kumamoto/Oita. Also adopted by JR Kyushu's Nanatsuboshi train. TripAdvisor 4.1 (21 reviews, ranked 2nd in Kitsuki).

TripAdvisor 21 reviews, 4.1 (ranked 2nd in Kitsuki). Tabelog 43 reviews (3.29). Multiple reviews with strong impressions saying 'Everything is delicious, not a single overpowering flavor' and 'I'll never forget this taste.' Though Tabelog score is low, 1,620 people have 'saved' it. Its quality is backed by Oishinbo feature, Michelin selection, and Nanatsuboshi adoption. Well-balanced reviews. Many local media features. No signs of fake reviews. No negative information found.

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