Kamehachi Shokudo
An iconic soul food restaurant in Kameyama City, founded in 1961. Considered the originator of 'Kameyama miso grilled udon,' where udon is added to the sauce remaining after grilling meat—a style unchanged to this day. Long frequented by truck drivers and factory workers, the shop's local TV commercial catchphrase 'Kite ne, Kite yo ne' is etched in the memory of Mie residents. 784 Tabelog reviews, listed on Wikipedia.
Regulars say 'even the smoke from the iron griddle is a landmark,' 'this is a must when visiting Kameyama,' and 'a nostalgic place my parents brought me to as a child.' Overwhelming local support with 784 Tabelog reviews, Jalan rating 3.8/36, and a Wikipedia listing. Official website updated May 2026, confirming continued operation.