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Kachu Furusato-kan

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Kachu Furusato-kan

Enjoy ingredients from Kochi! A casual eatery for tourists and families alike.

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Supervised by :  Aki City)

This dining spot is located inside “Kachu Furusato-kan” in eastern Kochi Prefecture. It is well loved as a place where locals and tourists can gather and connect. It has also ranked highly in popular restaurant rankings in Kochi Prefecture, making it well known in the area.

The restaurant is known for dishes that make the most of local specialties. Its signature menu items are the “Kama-age Chirimen Don” and the “Kakiage Chirimen Don.” The “Kama-age Chirimen Don” is generously topped with locally caught small fish. The “Kakiage Chirimen Don” features a kakiage fritter made with small fish and mountain vegetables. Other options include dishes made with local vegetables, such as eggplant curry and seared eggplant. The menu offers a wide variety of choices.

The interior has around 30 table seats. It is often visited by families and tourists. There is also an attached corner selling souvenirs and local specialty products, including items made with local vegetables. Every Wednesday, the popular “Wednesday Market” is held here and draws many local people. Historic buildings are scattered around the area, making this a great place to take a break while exploring.

Highlights

  • A popular dining spot known for rice bowls topped with local chirimen whitebait.
  • The signature dishes are the “Kama-age Chirimen Don” and “Kakiage Chirimen Don.”
  • A good selection of dishes made with local vegetables, including eggplant curry and seared eggplant.
  • The 30-seat dining space is lively with families and tourists.
  • Includes a souvenir corner and is an ideal place to take a break during a walk.

Photos

  • The signature “Kakiage Chirimen Don”

    The signature “Kakiage Chirimen Don”

  • The “Kama-age Chirimen Don” is also popular

    The “Kama-age Chirimen Don” is also popular

  • There are also dishes made with local vegetables

    There are also dishes made with local vegetables

  • The restaurant also has tatami seating

    The restaurant also has tatami seating

  • An attached corner sells souvenirs and local specialty products

    An attached corner sells souvenirs and local specialty products

  • A dining spot inside “Kachu Furusato-kan”

    A dining spot inside “Kachu Furusato-kan”

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can I make a reservation?
A

Yes. Reservations are accepted by phone.

Q

Are there any sightseeing spots nearby?
A

Yes. “Nora Clock,” “Aki Castle Ruins,” and “Doi Kachu Samurai Residences” are all within Approx. a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

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  • 黃國棟
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    During this trip to Kochi, when I went to see the Nora Clock, I specifically asked a local Japanese person if there were any nearby restaurants they would recommend. To my surprise, they recommended Kachu Furusato-kan.

    Since it was recommended by a local, of course I had to try it! This restaurant is known for using local Kochi ingredients, especially dishes made with dried sardines. I ordered their signature freshly fried dried sardine rice bowl. When it arrived, the rice was covered with lots of tiny dried fish and topped with grated daikon and shiso leaves. It looked simple and refreshing.

    This was my first time trying this combination. The dried fish had a natural savory flavor, and together with the grated daikon and shiso leaves, it tasted light and wasn't greasy. It was even more delicious than I expected!

    The set also came with side dishes, pickles, tea, and soup. Everything went together very well, and the meal was quite satisfying. I had originally only planned to visit the Nora Clock, but thanks to an enthusiastic recommendation from a local, I unexpectedly got to enjoy such good local food.

Details

Name in Japanese
廓中ふるさと館
Postal Code
784-0042
Address
1017-1 Doi, Aki, Kochi 784-0042
Phone Number
0887-34-0701
Hours
11:00am–Last food order at 2:30pm *Facility hours: 9:00am–4:30pm
Closed on
Monday, and irregular closures on Thursday and Friday
Price Range
From ¥1,000
Access
Approx. 10 minutes by car from Aki Station on the Gomen-Nahari Line
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa