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Kotegawa Shoten

Rating76SCORE
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。
Est.
1861, directly operated by Fundokin Soy Sauce (independent credibility).
Recognized by Usuki Tourism Association, Fundokin official note, Rurubu, Jalan, i-Navi Oita, and Usuki Guruguru Map — independently confirmed by 6 media sources.
Tripadvisor 4.0, 6th of 65 in Usuki (strong ranking for a small city).
Tabelog 3.29 / 58 reviews (high for a local cuisine specialist).
3.29
Uniquely the only restaurant in Usuki serving traditional local dishes Ouhan and Kirasu Mameshi.
Extremely affordable at ¥700+ (revised to price_range 1).
High tourist value as a place to experience UNESCO Creative Cities-recognized food culture.
Many positive specific reviews for miso soft serve and miso-marinated egg yolk.
No sakura suspicion (no incentive to fake reviews at ultra-low price point in a long-established direct-run shop).
Weekday-only dining policy noted honestly.
No duplication with existing verified.
Popular Dishes
Miso Soup Gozen from ¥700 (set with yellow rice, kirasu mameshi, kayaku, barley miso soup, sesame tofu)
Hanano Course ¥1
500 (reservation required)
Miso Soft Serve Ice Cream
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Founded in 1861 as the birthplace of Fundokin Soy Sauce, this is the only dining spot in Usuki where you can taste the city's traditional local cuisine. The Miso Soup Gozen from ¥700 includes Ouhan (yellow rice colored with gardenia fruit), Kirasu Mameshi (made from tofu lees), barley miso soup, and sesame tofu. Dining available weekdays only (11am-2pm; retail only on weekends). At the heart of Usuki's food culture, recognized as part of UNESCO Creative Cities Network for Gastronomy (only 2nd Japanese city). Recognized by Usuki Tourism Association. Tripadvisor 4.0, 15 reviews, ranked 6th of 65 in Usuki. Miso soft serve ice cream also acclaimed.

Tripadvisor 4.0, ranked 6th of 65 in Usuki. Many specific food reviews: 'Ouhan is like a Japanese paella,' 'Kirasu mameshi is surprisingly delicious,' 'The miso soft serve is rich and wonderful,' 'The miso-marinated egg yolk is superb.' High credibility as the direct affiliate of Fundokin Soy Sauce. Tabelog 3.29 / 58 reviews (top-class for an operating local cuisine specialist in Usuki). Long beloved by both locals and tourists.

Business Hours
Mon – Fri食事11:00-14:00（L.O.13:30）/物販9:00-17:00
Sat・Sun物販のみ9:00-17:00
Regular Holiday：不定休（要確認）。食事提供は平日のみ
Phone0972-62-3333Call
Access
15-min walk from JR Usuki Station / 13-min walk from JR Kami-Usuki Station. Near Usuki Castle ruins. Parking available. Dining available weekdays only, 11am-2pm (L.O. 1:30pm). Retail open 9am-5pm (including weekends). Cash only. Miso soup gozen: enquire in advance. Hanano course (¥1,500): reservation required.
1 Hamamachi, Usuki, Oita
English Menu：Not AvailableCredit Card：Not Available
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Kotegawa Shoten

Rating76SCORE
Popular Dishes
Miso Soup Gozen from ¥700 (set with yellow rice, kirasu mameshi, kayaku, barley miso soup, sesame tofu)
Hanano Course ¥1
500 (reservation required)
Miso Soft Serve Ice Cream
Business Hours
Mon – Fri食事11:00-14:00（L.O.13:30）/物販9:00-17:00
Sat・Sun物販のみ9:00-17:00
Regular Holiday：不定休（要確認）。食事提供は平日のみ
Access
15-min walk from JR Usuki Station / 13-min walk from JR Kami-Usuki Station. Near Usuki Castle ruins. Parking available. Dining available weekdays only, 11am-2pm (L.O. 1:30pm). Retail open 9am-5pm (including weekends). Cash only. Miso soup gozen: enquire in advance. Hanano course (¥1,500): reservation required.
1 Hamamachi, Usuki, Oita
Phone0972-62-3333
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。
Est.
1861, directly operated by Fundokin Soy Sauce (independent credibility).
Recognized by Usuki Tourism Association, Fundokin official note, Rurubu, Jalan, i-Navi Oita, and Usuki Guruguru Map — independently confirmed by 6 media sources.
Tripadvisor 4.0, 6th of 65 in Usuki (strong ranking for a small city).
Tabelog 3.29 / 58 reviews (high for a local cuisine specialist).
3.29
Uniquely the only restaurant in Usuki serving traditional local dishes Ouhan and Kirasu Mameshi.
Extremely affordable at ¥700+ (revised to price_range 1).
High tourist value as a place to experience UNESCO Creative Cities-recognized food culture.
Many positive specific reviews for miso soft serve and miso-marinated egg yolk.
No sakura suspicion (no incentive to fake reviews at ultra-low price point in a long-established direct-run shop).
Weekday-only dining policy noted honestly.
No duplication with existing verified.
76SCORE
What a score of 76 means
A measure of whether people truly want to return — not hype. Calculated after removing fake reviews.
Real reputation
Fake reviews removed

Founded in 1861 as the birthplace of Fundokin Soy Sauce, this is the only dining spot in Usuki where you can taste the city's traditional local cuisine. The Miso Soup Gozen from ¥700 includes Ouhan (yellow rice colored with gardenia fruit), Kirasu Mameshi (made from tofu lees), barley miso soup, and sesame tofu. Dining available weekdays only (11am-2pm; retail only on weekends). At the heart of Usuki's food culture, recognized as part of UNESCO Creative Cities Network for Gastronomy (only 2nd Japanese city). Recognized by Usuki Tourism Association. Tripadvisor 4.0, 15 reviews, ranked 6th of 65 in Usuki. Miso soft serve ice cream also acclaimed.

Tripadvisor 4.0, ranked 6th of 65 in Usuki. Many specific food reviews: 'Ouhan is like a Japanese paella,' 'Kirasu mameshi is surprisingly delicious,' 'The miso soft serve is rich and wonderful,' 'The miso-marinated egg yolk is superb.' High credibility as the direct affiliate of Fundokin Soy Sauce. Tabelog 3.29 / 58 reviews (top-class for an operating local cuisine specialist in Usuki). Long beloved by both locals and tourists.

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