The pork cutlet rice bowl is reasonably priced, with ingredients including egg sauce and pork cutlet, and has a rather salty and sweet taste, which might become cloying after a while. It's recommended to pair it with miso soup or other drinks to balance the taste. The chicken rice bowl has the sweetness of Japanese soy sauce, and the stir-fried udon noodles taste good, although the ingredients are somewhat lacking.
The store has a spacious and comfortable environment with Japanese-style decor. The restroom and sink area are large and well-maintained, but parking is not easy at the entrance.
The space is spacious, and the toilet and sink are large. The hand roll doesn't contain rice, which is perfect for a vegetable lover like me. The chicken rice bowl has a sweet taste of Japanese soy sauce; it's quite standard. The stir-fried udon noodles taste good and are chewy, but there's little filling. The miso soup is also quite standard. Overall, the price is reasonable, and it's a good place to enjoy Japanese cuisine without spending too much.
🚩Geographic Location🧭
Located near the intersection of Yimin Road Section 2 and Guangrong Street in Dali District, Taichung City, close to Chongguang Elementary School and National Chung Hsing University Affiliated Senior High School.
🪑About the Overall Atmosphere🎡
The exterior sign is a faded red that has been sun-bleached, adorned with some lanterns to create a Japanese feel. The interior is quite spacious and has air conditioning. The restroom is relatively clean. There is basically no parking available at the entrance, only scooter parking is permitted.
💰About the Pricing💰
Pork cutlet rice bowl is $80, which is considered very affordable.
🍴About the Food☕
After placing the order, the food arrived quickly. The rice is drizzled with a bit of egg liquid, which mixes with the pork cutlet. It is topped with some scallions and onions. The pork cutlet has a slightly sweet flavor, and when mixed with the rice, it becomes a bit sticky; that sweetness might feel a bit overpowering after a while, leaning towards a heavier taste.
🤨Conclusion♥
Netizens say the taste is on the salty side, and I also feel the same. The combination of salty and sweet can be a bit overwhelming later on; it might be better to order a miso soup or a drink to balance it out. There are many students in the area, and there’s another branch on Dongrong Road, often busy with students during break times, making it a place with good cost-performance.