Kotoe Kimura travels between Kushiro and Tokyo and is involved in supporting digital transformation and startups for companies. She runs the “neo-community center” “Minatomachi Base 946BANYA” where people from all over Kushiro gather, and it brings together people and things from all over Kushiro every day. Here are some of the “special gourmet spots” that Kimura shared with us that you should definitely stop by in Kushiro City.
Kotoe Kimura
Representative of Hokkaido Design Code LLC. Mother of three children. Currently active in two locations: her hometown of Kushiro and Tokyo. While supporting companies in promoting digital transformation and startups, she also opened a new community center, “Minatomachi Base 946BANYA,” on the second floor of Fisherman’s Wharf MOO, to create excitement. Voicy is promoting “Kushiro”! Kotoe’s Kotoraji delivers a variety of information, with a focus on spreading the appeal of eastern Hokkaido.
Robata to Wine K: A dining experience with a spectacular view where you can enjoy wine and the sunset over the Pacific Ocean
Robata to Wine K, located on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean from Kushiro, is a famous restaurant that has it all: location, food, and drinks. While watching the sun set over the sea, you can enjoy creative cuisine made with plenty of ingredients from eastern Hokkaido. The wine and sake pairings selected by the owner and sommelier, Ima-san, are also excellent.
Neuk cafe: Popular for its lunch plates made with carefully selected ingredients
This cafe is run by Jimico, a popular bakery in Kushiro. The lunch plate includes four kinds of freshly baked bread that you can eat all you want! There is also a stylish interior shop attached to the cafe, and they pay special attention to the tableware and interior design. The weekend morning menu is also popular, and since it is close to the bus stop for Kushiro Airport, why not stop by for breakfast while you wait for the bus?
Neuk cafe
■ Location: BASE9, 4-4-1 Nishikicho, Kushiro City, Hokkaido
■Business hours:
・Breakfast Time: 7:30-10:00 (last order 9:30) *Irregularly held
・Lunch Time: 11:00-15:00 (LO 14:30)
・Tea Time: 15:00-17:00 (LO 16:30)
■Closed on Wednesdays and other days
Click here for details and map information of “Neuk cafe”
A snack bar that’s also a sushi restaurant?! “BUKUBUKU Awaya”
A snack bar, but also a sushi restaurant. Or maybe a sushi bar, but also a snack bar? “BUKUBUKU Awaya” is popular for its high-quality sushi that will impress even the most discerning gourmets. The exquisite sushi is made by the master, a former sushi chef, and the snack bar’s unique light atmosphere makes the sushi even more delicious! Enjoy the “snack bar gastronomy” that is unique to Kushiro, with the best sushi, karaoke, and all-you-can-drink.
Domingo presents “That Person’s Special Book”
“That Person’s Favorite Things” can also be found in “HAC MAGAZINE”, an in-flight magazine published every other month by Hokkaido Air System (HAC), the “wings of Hokkaido.” It introduces the “favorite things” of wonderful people in Hokkaido, such as local food, places, and souvenirs.
Hokkaido Air System Official Website
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