Osyokujidokoro Raku (Restaurant Raku)
A set meal restaurant 15 minutes from Otofuke-Obihiro IC. Famous for 'Shika Katsu' (venison cutlet) using Hidaka venison. Opened September 2021. Run by a chef who trained at Sapporo and Jozankei hotels with a dedication to local ingredients. TripAdvisor #1 restaurant in Otofuke. Located near Marumikaoka Onsen Hotel, popular with both travelers and locals.
TripAdvisor #1 in Otofuke (31 Tabelog reviews rated 3.32). Reviews mention 'glad to find beef katsu in Otofuke,' 'venison cutlet is unique,' and 'satisfied with volume and quality.' Repeat visits confirmed. New shop opened 2021 but praised for local ingredient dedication. Listed on official website, Otofuke Chamber of Commerce, and local community sites.