The place I booked for lunch that day was Funagiraso. Located right next to the Funagira Dam in Tenryu Ward, Hamamatsu City, it is surrounded by green trees, and you can enjoy your meal while looking out at the emerald green reflection of the dam lake.
Funagiraso, which used to be a Japanese-style inn, is now run by a third-generation chef as a French restaurant. It is a place with clean water, and the specialty of the inn at the time was carp dishes, which were said to be good for pregnant women. If you make a reservation, you can still choose carp as your main dish.
I immediately ordered the course and the appetizers were brought to me. It’s a dish called boudin noir made from solidified deer blood. Here in Tenryu Ward, Hamamatsu City, you can enjoy gibier cuisine made from wild boar and deer caught in the mountains. We respect the lives of wild animals, but because the food is sourced fresh and prepared using expert cooking techniques, there is no odor at all. It’s an unforgettable appetizer with a rich flavor that melts in your mouth.
The pumpkin potage I received afterwards also had a gentle taste. “We try to use local ingredients as much as possible.” We also have a lively conversation with the friendly wife who serves as our waiter. For my main dish, I chose Haruno’s boar tongue. What a soft tongue! Any preconceived notions of tough meat disappeared in an instant. In addition, everything from the garnished vegetables to the butter on the bread is incredibly flavorful and well-balanced, bringing a smile to your face. Before I knew it, my stomach and heart were full.
Dessert was brought out at the end of the course. A cute dish that makes you feel like it’s a waste to eat it. I take lots of photos for Instagram to record my travels. Even the dessert was so perfectly delicious that your cheeks would fall.
To conclude the course, enjoy a hot cup of coffee and look out at the dam lake outside with a feeling of happiness. Ah, what a luxurious lunch time.
I said hello to the chef and his wife, and closed the restaurant door, feeling a sense of regret.
As I waited for the train again at the Tenryu Hamanako Railway Futamata Honmachi Station platform, I naturally felt lighter in body and mind than when I arrived. During the two days I was able to refresh myself, Tenryu healed me. I’ll come back here when I’m tired. A special reward trip just for me.
French restaurant [Funeiso]
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*Reservations are required until the day before.
Experience Japan’s Nature and Culture on a 3-Day Autumn Journey to Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture
Just a short journey from Tokyo lies Hamamatsu, one of Shizuoka Prefecture’s largest cities, offering an impressive array of culinary delights and tourist attractions. Join us as we explore this 3-day, 2-night adventure that unveils Hamamatsu’s rich traditions and unique charm while experiencing the beauty of fall in Japan.
Liquor x Chocolate Discover the charms of Hamakita Ward, Hamamatsu City! ①
On this day, Sea Lake HAMANA Jenne came to Hamakita Ward, Hamamatsu City. Hamakita Ward, which functions as Hamamatsu City’s sub-center and has a large population, has forest parks and rice fields, giving the impression of a lush cityscape. This area has the image of being more of a residential area and restaurants than a tourist destination, but there are many attractive spots.
Introducing the finest sweets using Hamamatsu’s specialty “Ungiimo”! Summer recommendation is “Unagiimo Mont Blanc Soft”
“Unagiimo” is a Hamamatsu-produced sweet potato that is grown using powdered fertilizer made from the remains of eel bones and heads left over from the processing of eels.
The aged “eel sweet potato” increases its sweetness by baking it, reaching a sugar content of about 40 degrees.
Sweets such as pudding, soft serve ice cream, and dorayaki that make use of the original ingredients are very popular. You can purchase the products at the Unagiimo Store stores in Hamamatsu Station, Hamanako Service Area, Togoshi Ginza Shopping District in Tokyo, and some products can be purchased by mail order.
▲Unagiimo Store Hamamatsu Station Store
▲Unagiimo Store Hamanako Service Area Store
This month’s recommended sweets will be introduced using “Unagiimo”🍦