Introduction
Today, I’m excited to share my favorite restaurants and cafes in my hometown, Tokai City, Aichi, and its surroundings.
These are places loved by locals where you can truly experience Japanese culture and hospitality!
1. Shun-sai Ryori “Kaisen” (懐仙) – Authentic Japanese Dining
If you want to experience a “Real Japanese Restaurant,” this is it!
I visited here with my family and my in-laws to celebrate my birthday.
Despite its elegant and traditional atmosphere, the cost-performance is amazing!
The Hospitality: The staff, wearing beautiful Kimono, welcomed us with very polite and detailed explanations. It felt very welcoming!
The Food: I was impressed by the flexibility of their portions.
You can choose the amount of rice on a tablet, which is great for international travelers.
The Sashimi was so fresh! Even though I ordered a “regular” portion of rice, it was quite generous—similar to a large portion at other restaurants.
My husband’s Hamaguri (Clam) Set was delicious, and my in-laws were shocked by the massive size of the Jumbo Tempura Bowl!
For Kids: My daughter had the “Kids’ Bento” (the most luxurious of the three options). It was gorgeous and even came with a toy!
Pro Tip: Famous Japanese celebrities have visited here too!
They offer special course dinners (reservation required) and a wide variety of takeout bento boxes.
2. Serrurie (セリュリエ) – The Best Pastry Shop in Town
This is my absolute favorite cake shop in Tokai City! They recently moved to a new location, and the building itself is incredibly stylish and cute.
The Taste: I’m not a fan of overly sweet desserts, but Serrurie hits the perfect balance. The cakes are beautiful to look at and even better to eat.
The tart crust was exceptionally crispy and flavorful. My child also tried five different baked sweets (yakigashi), and every single one was a hit! It’s a little pricey, but definitely worth it for a special treat.
3. SoN (Chita City) – A Renovated Japanese Storehouse Cafe
This unique spot combines a cafe, bakery, donut shop, and restaurant.
It’s a renovated traditional Japanese storehouse (Kura), offering a deeply nostalgic and peaceful atmosphere.
The Experience: It’s a bit of an adventure to get there!
You park your car on the main street and walk up a charming path that makes you feel the “real Japan.”
The Menu: I had the Soba and Tempura—everything was high quality.
My friend ordered the Fish Plate, which was loaded with fresh vegetables.
I also highly recommend their bakery. I bought some sourdough-style “hard bread” to take home, and the texture was incredible!
This is a must-visit if you love traditional Japanese architecture.
4. Summary & My Next Post
If you’re planning a trip to Aichi, feel free to ask me for more recommendations!
Also, if you’re interested in Japanese food, I’ll be sharing my daily Bento (lunch box) recipes soon. Stay tuned!
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