Set Meal¥
Sanzoku-yaki no Kawasho (Grilled Chicken Originator)
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。
【Local Support】Founded 1962.
146 Tabelog reviews, 4,417 saves.
Ranked No.1 by local gourmet site 'Yamitsuki Matsumoto.' Confirmed operating via blog visit May 2025.
Independently confirmed as non-chain (Shiojiri's 'Sanzoku' is a completely separate establishment).
【Cost Performance】Single 760 yen, set 1,250 yen.
An astonishing price for tourist-heavy Matsumoto.
【Uniqueness】Widely recognized as an originator of Matsumoto sanzoku-yaki.
Signature whole thigh marinated in garlic-based sauce.
【Queues】Small diner that often sells out; no reservations, worth the wait.
Popular Dishes
Sanzoku-yaki Set Meal (thigh or bone-in, 1,250 yen)
山賊焼き定食（もも肉・骨付き選択可 1,250円）
Sanzoku-yaki single (760 yen)
山賊焼き単品（760円）
What kind of place?
Fake reviews removedFounded in 1962 near Matsumoto Station, later moved to Asama Onsen. Known as one of the originators of Matsumoto Sanzoku-yaki (mountain bandit grilled chicken). Marinated in garlic-based sauce and deep-fried thigh for 760 yen. Only 10 seats in this tiny diner; often sells out at lunch. No reservations, cash only.
Reviews say 'Delicious sanzoku-yaki with garlic soy sauce marinade' and 'A well-known originator spot that everyone in Matsumoto knows.' Groups of 6 all ordered the set meal. 146 Tabelog reviews, saved by 4,417 users. A 2025 visit review confirms 'Large sanzoku-yaki, juicy and delicious.' Confirmed as independent, non-chain operation.
Business Hours
Mon11:30-13:30
TueClosed
Wed – Fri11:30-13:30
Sat・Sun11:30-13:30, 17:30-19:30
Regular Holiday：Tuesday
Access
15 minutes by bus from Matsumoto Station, get off at Asama Onsen. Cash only, no reservations. 10 seats. Lunch only (may close when sold out).
1-17-32 Asama Onsen, Matsumoto, Nagano
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