Seasonal Cuisine Centered on Ingredients from Yoichi and Hokkaido

Oshokujidokoro Ryokichi

Tabiiro’s picks: signature dishes

Yoichi flounder, served fried and as sashimi

"Fried Yoichi Flounder Set Meal" with Crispy Fried Flounder

This set meal serves Yoichi flounder two ways: as sashimi and fried. The fried flounder, prepared to appeal to both adults and children, has a crisp, savory coating and soft, tender flesh, with delicate sweetness and a mild yet layered flavor. The accompanying sashimi offers a chance to compare the same fish prepared two different ways. The meal also comes with miso soup made with broth from shrimp heads, adding another taste of seafood. A popular choice for those looking for a fish dish beyond the usual seafood rice bowl, it also makes an easy stop during sightseeing or a drive through Yoichi.

Popular pairings

Seafood bowl with selections that vary depending on what's available

Sweet shrimp caught in Yoichi

"Seafood Bowl"

Ryokichi's "Seafood Bowl" features freshly caught seafood arranged in a colorful assortment. Toppings may include tuna, salmon, flounder, sweet shrimp, tobiko, salmon roe, and crab, with the selection changing by season and availability. Each type of seafood brings its own sweetness and texture, paired with vinegared rice seasoned with a balanced amount of vinegar to bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients. Because the bowl does not contain sea urchin, it is also an approachable choice for those who do not enjoy its distinctive flavor. With an emphasis on freshness and a generous portion, this popular dish brings a wide variety of seafood together in one bowl.

Must-try signature dish

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  "Shrimp Tempura Bowl"

  The "Shrimp Tempura Bowl" features large shrimp fried in a crisp, savory coating. Their springy texture and natural sweetness are complemented by a sweet-and-savory house sauce served over rice. Made with fresh seafood befitting a port town, the dish is popular with both visitors and locals. Generously portioned, it is a satisfying menu staple.

Interior

Bright interior with table seating

Warm wood-grain counter seating

Counter seating that's comfortable for solo diners

The bright, clean interior offers a comfortable setting for solo diners to take their time over a meal. Barrier-free design accommodates wheelchair users and makes the restaurant accessible to people who use nursing care and welfare services. Two children's chairs are also available for families with young children. Accessible facilities and attentive service help create a comfortable setting for a wide range of diners.

From the Tabiiro Editorial Team

The owner says the aim is to serve seasonal seafood landed in Yoichi and nearby waters, rather than being limited by the image of "Yoichi = sea urchin." We also heard that Yoichi's waters are changing as rising sea temperatures make some seafood harder to catch than before. With a focus on seafood from Yoichi and Hokkaido, the menu features what is at its best at the time. Offerings vary with the day's catch, so each visit brings something different. It is a place to experience the "now" of Yoichi's sea, beyond sea urchin alone.