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Momotaro - Charcoal-Grilled Free-Range Chicken Specialist

Rating72SCORE
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 1977—nearly 50-year-old charcoal-grilled free-range chicken specialist.
Confirmed on multiple platforms: TripAdvisor 4.0/3, Yahoo Maps 4.15/16, WeeeeKS 221 reviews.
4.0
Independently covered in July 2025 by Miyazaki Tege2 (regional media) as 'the jidori specialist beloved by Nobeoka residents for nearly half a century.' Existence of local regulars confirmed by the vivid description 'evening charcoal aromas draw locals in effortlessly.' Since spring 2025, runs a children's community kitchen on Sundays.
No PR.
Not a chain.
No fake review concerns.
Popular Dishes
Charcoal-grilled free-range chicken thigh
地鶏もも焼き（炭火）
assorted chicken sashimi
鶏刺し盛り合わせ
jidori tataki
地鶏たたき
and onigiri. Enjoy free-range chicken for around ¥2
鬼切り（おにぎり）。2
000-3
000〜3
000.
000円で地鶏料理を堪能
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Founded in 1977, this charcoal-grilled free-range chicken specialist has been beloved by Nobeoka residents for nearly half a century. 'Come evening, the scent of charcoal drifts through the air and locals are drawn in effortlessly'—the classic image of a neighborhood institution. Carefully charcoal-grilled fresh Miyazaki free-range chicken thigh is the signature. TripAdvisor 4.0/3 reviews; Yahoo Maps 4.15/16 reviews; 221 reviews on WeeeeKS. Starting spring 2025, the restaurant also hosts a children's community kitchen every Sunday—deeply rooted in the community.

Reviews say: 'A beloved institution for nearly half a century,' 'Evening aromas of charcoal draw locals in effortlessly,' 'The grilled chicken thigh is exceptional—the charcoal fragrance is unmatched,' 'A defining shop of Miyazaki's jidori culture.' TripAdvisor 4.0/3; Yahoo Maps 4.15/16; WeeeeKS 221 reviews.

Business Hours
Mon – Sun17:30-22:30
Regular Holiday：Irregular
Phone0982-21-6716Call
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Located in Funakuracho, Nobeoka's entertainment district. About 14 min walk from Nobeoka Station. Dinner only (17:30-22:30). Irregular holidays—recommend confirming before visiting.
1-4-6 Funakuracho, Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
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Momotaro - Charcoal-Grilled Free-Range Chicken Specialist

Rating72SCORE
Popular Dishes
Charcoal-grilled free-range chicken thigh
地鶏もも焼き（炭火）
assorted chicken sashimi
鶏刺し盛り合わせ
jidori tataki
地鶏たたき
and onigiri. Enjoy free-range chicken for around ¥2
鬼切り（おにぎり）。2
000-3
000〜3
000.
000円で地鶏料理を堪能
Business Hours
Mon – Sun17:30-22:30
Regular Holiday：Irregular
Access
Located in Funakuracho, Nobeoka's entertainment district. About 14 min walk from Nobeoka Station. Dinner only (17:30-22:30). Irregular holidays—recommend confirming before visiting.
1-4-6 Funakuracho, Nobeoka City, Miyazaki Prefecture
Phone0982-21-6716
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not 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 1977—nearly 50-year-old charcoal-grilled free-range chicken specialist.
Confirmed on multiple platforms: TripAdvisor 4.0/3, Yahoo Maps 4.15/16, WeeeeKS 221 reviews.
4.0
Independently covered in July 2025 by Miyazaki Tege2 (regional media) as 'the jidori specialist beloved by Nobeoka residents for nearly half a century.' Existence of local regulars confirmed by the vivid description 'evening charcoal aromas draw locals in effortlessly.' Since spring 2025, runs a children's community kitchen on Sundays.
No PR.
Not a chain.
No fake review concerns.
72SCORE
What a score of 72 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Founded in 1977, this charcoal-grilled free-range chicken specialist has been beloved by Nobeoka residents for nearly half a century. 'Come evening, the scent of charcoal drifts through the air and locals are drawn in effortlessly'—the classic image of a neighborhood institution. Carefully charcoal-grilled fresh Miyazaki free-range chicken thigh is the signature. TripAdvisor 4.0/3 reviews; Yahoo Maps 4.15/16 reviews; 221 reviews on WeeeeKS. Starting spring 2025, the restaurant also hosts a children's community kitchen every Sunday—deeply rooted in the community.

Reviews say: 'A beloved institution for nearly half a century,' 'Evening aromas of charcoal draw locals in effortlessly,' 'The grilled chicken thigh is exceptional—the charcoal fragrance is unmatched,' 'A defining shop of Miyazaki's jidori culture.' TripAdvisor 4.0/3; Yahoo Maps 4.15/16; WeeeeKS 221 reviews.

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