Originating from Obihiro City in Hokkaido, pork bowl is a B-grade gourmet dish where pork is marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, grilled, and served on top of rice. This dish, made with pork belly or pork loin, pairs perfectly with rice and is popular for its satisfying taste. The restaurant has a two-story building with the store on the first floor. Inside, there are counter seats, table seats, and traditional Japanese-style table seats, creating a casual and modern atmosphere. The menu includes specialties like "Pork Belly Bowl," "Pork Loin Bowl," "Half & Half Pork Bowl," "Grilled Cheese Pork Belly Bowl," "Kimchi Pork Belly Bowl," and "Pork Belly Set Meal." They also offer ladies' sets and children's menus. I ordered the "Pork Belly Bowl." The thick pork belly has a great texture and is very delicious. For those with weaker chewing power, I recommend the thinly sliced pork belly bowl. The secret sauce is sweet and tasty, complementing the pork perfectly. I plan to try the "Pork Loin Bowl" next time. They also have a challenge menu called the "Summit Serving," which is free if you finish it within 30 minutes. I look forward to visiting again.

A pork bowl restaurant in Rokubonmatsu! The ladies' lunch is only 550 yen. I'm not a fan of fatty meat, so I was a bit hesitant, but when I switched to the loin, it was very easy to eat! It was delicious. I think this price is a great deal. I will definitely go back.

First time at TONTON. I was a bit hesitant because it seemed like a hearty meal, but when I saw the term "ladies' set meal", I thought maybe this would work? I chose the pork loin over the pork belly. When it arrived in front of me... it was a pork bowl with not just salad, but also... my least favorite, peas on top (of course, I still ate them...). They told me to pour the sauce on top before eating, but I found it flavorful enough as it is. In fact, I could do with less sauce. I sprinkled plenty of sansho pepper on the onsen egg. It might be good when you're in the mood for something hearty and rich in flavor. The staff were also very nice. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely visit again.

The other day, I found a pork bowl restaurant in Roppongi. Recently, I've been really enjoying the taste of pork fat, whether it's pork loin or pork belly. Whether it's tonkatsu dining out or ton-teki at home, I think everything tastes delicious because of the fat. I heard they were having a promotion, so I decided to stop by. When ordering, I forgot about the promotion and ended up ordering the large pork bowl. The meat would be increased from 6 slices to 8 slices, while the rice amount would remain the same at 300g. I also ordered the rice to be upgraded to 400g for an additional ¥100. Later, I realized that there was a ¥100 discount for regular size, but I needed the extra meat and rice. The wait time was about 10 minutes, just as others had mentioned. When placing the order, the waitress kindly informed me that they would bring out the freshly made dish shortly. The pork bowl was served beautifully, and although the meat portion wasn't as large as I expected, the presentation was impressive. The waitress explained the sauce and condiments (shichimi and sansho) on the table. The sauce was a bit light for my taste, but the pork belly was tender and not too fatty. It was a bit underwhelming for someone who wanted to taste more fat, but it was a good first experience with a pork bowl. I heard that the idea for this authentic pork belly bowl was inspired by eel bowls. I tried different combinations with the sauce, shichimi, and sansho, and everything tasted delicious. However, the portion size was a bit small, and even with 400g of rice and 8 slices of meat, I didn't feel completely full. The cost was ¥1,188, and they also had a ¥3,980 challenge where if you finish the dish in under 30 minutes, it's free. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience with delicious food and excellent service, making it a great start to the long weekend. Thank you for the meal. Afterward, I went to eat some tsukemen ramen.

Located in the area of 2-2-7 Rokumonsu, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City - a 7-minute walk from Rokumonsu Station on the subway, along National Route 202 (Kokutai Road) and near Fukuoka Gokoku Shrine. This place is set to open in May 2023! Operated by "Wanzto Line Co., Ltd./Osaka", known for its nationwide expansion of "pork bowl" restaurants in Tokyo, Osaka, and beyond. Fukuoka welcomed its first branch in April 2023 at Tobata Store in Kitakyushu, and now the second branch, Rokumonsu Store, is rapidly expanding through franchising. When it comes to "pork bowl", it is a dish originating from Obihiro City in Hokkaido, where pork is marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, grilled, and served on rice. Pork belly and pork loin are commonly used, offering a satisfying and popular B-class gourmet experience. The exterior is a two-story building with the restaurant on the first floor. Inside, there are counter seats, table seats, and tatami table seats, creating a casual and modern Japanese atmosphere. The menu includes specialties like "Pork Belly Bowl", "Pork Loin Bowl", "Half & Half Pork Bowl", "Seared Cheese Pork Belly Bowl", "Kimchi Pork Belly Bowl", "Pork Belly Set Meal", "Ladies Set", and "Kids Menu/Pork Bowl Set", as well as "Fried Chicken Bowl" and "Pork Belly Curry". I tried the "Beer and Pork Belly Bowl Set". I started with a gulp of beer and eagerly awaited the pork bowl, which was promptly served. The pork belly was delicious, with a satisfying thickness. However, for elderly or those with weaker chewing abilities, I recommend the "Thin Pork Belly Bowl". The special "secret sauce" was sweet and savory, complementing the pork perfectly, just like the authentic Obihiro pork bowl. By the way, you can easily enjoy authentic pork bowl at home as well! I recommend trying the "Tokachi Pork Bowl Sauce" through online shopping, as it's the most delicious one I've tried. Next time, I'll try the "Pork Loin Bowl". They also have a challenge menu called the "Peak Serving", where if you finish it within 30 minutes, it's free, but if you fail, it costs 3980 yen. Thank you for the meal. Enjoy Gourmet Life☆

I wanted to try the pork bowl I saw on TV without going to Hokkaido, and I found it at Ropponmatsu. They had options for pork belly, loin, and a half-and-half (belly & loin). Since it looked quite filling, I opted for the ladies' set. I chose the loin for the meat. I thought the onsen egg would come already cracked, but I had to crack it myself and put it on top. It was soft and delicious. The portion was just right. Thank you for the meal.

I had been waiting for this restaurant to come to Fukuoka after already opening in Kitakyushu City! I ordered the pork belly bowl and the fried chicken. The pork belly bowl had a rich sauce that combined well with the fatty flavor of the meat, making it an irresistible taste that kept me going back for more rice! If I had to ask for one thing, it would be for a bit more depth of flavor in the sauce, maybe from some caramel. The fried chicken seemed to be marinated for a long time, as the flavor was really intense and delicious. The batter was not too crispy, as it had a lot of flour in it. Thank you for the meal!

Hokkaido's Obihiro local gourmet "Butadon" specialty store! It is a bowl of thick-cut pork grilled with a sweet and savory soy sauce glaze on top of rice. Butadon is a local dish that was created in Obihiro, known as one of Hokkaido's leading pork-producing regions, in the early Showa period, inspired by unadon. Operated by Wanz Train (headquarters: Osaka), which franchises izakayas and Hakata ramen shops, the Obihiro Butadon specialty store. The Rokumonmatsu Ekimae store visited this time is located about a 3-minute walk from Rokumonmatsu Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Nanakuma Line. In Fukuoka, there is also the "Genuine Butadon-ya TONTON Zone Tobata store" in Kitakyushu. The Rokumonmatsu Ekimae store seems to have been renovated from a former izakaya, so it is not very spacious, but it has counter seats, table seats, and a raised seating area. The menu is systematic, as expected of a chain store with a nationwide presence. There are two types of Butadon, with pork belly and pork loin. The standard Obihiro Butadon seems to be made with loin meat, but if you want a hearty meal, the belly meat with more fat is the way to go. The Butadon with belly/loin [regular size] is priced at 858 yen for 6 pieces of meat each. By the way, the rice portion for the regular size is 300g. *Large size: 400g, Extra-large: 500g, so even the regular size is satisfyingly voluminous. This is the [large size] Butabara Butadon. With 8 pieces of meat and 400g of rice, the price is 1,078 yen. Miso soup and pickles are also included. The meat for the Butadon is marinated in a secret sauce after ordering and then grilled twice. The key points are the sweet and rich sauce and the pleasantly burnt aroma. When you sprinkle powdered sansho pepper on top to your liking, it's truly a grilled pork dish. This might be good enough for the midsummer day of the ox instead of eel (laughs). In addition to Butadon, the recommended item on the menu is the "Karaage" (fried chicken). This is not pork but chicken. The [regular size] Karaage Don. With 5 pieces of karaage and 300g of rice, the price is 748 yen. The crispy coating, juicy thigh meat, and classic flavor are top-notch. This is delicious karaage that you shouldn't miss at a Butadon specialty store. Shredded cabbage and mayo are also served. It's delicious to eat the cabbage with the Butadon sauce on the table. Thank you for the meal♪ There were various other menu options for customization. The regular Butabara Don meat is about the thickness of tonkatsu, but there is also a thinly sliced style Butadon that is easy to eat. Draft beer set. A ladies' set at a discounted price of 550 yen. There are also children's menu options. There is a raised seating area, making it easy to use for families with small children. [Store Name] Genuine Butadon-ya TONTON Rokumonmatsu Ekimae Store [Address] 2-2-7 Rokumonmatsu, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture [Business Hours] 11:00-23:00 (Last Order 22:30) *Please confirm [Regular Holiday] Irregular holidays *Please confirm *3 minutes walk from Fukuoka City Subway Nanakuma Line Rokumonmatsu Station. Blog article with many images of the menu♪ [Hakata Onna Bushi.] [Fukuoka] Hokkaido Obihiro specialty! Charcoal-grilled pork bowl specialty store♪ @ Genuine Butadon-ya TONTON Rokumonmatsu Ekimae Store https://hakata.livedoor.biz/archives/2195752.html

On June 24th last month, "TONTON", the original pork bowl restaurant, opened in Roppongi, Fukuoka. This brand was founded in Osaka in 2017 by a young company... I visited to see what makes it so attractive, having expanded to nearly 50 stores in just 3 years since opening two stores simultaneously in Shin-Osaka and Funaba in June 2020, even during the pandemic when many restaurants were struggling. Located about a 5-minute walk from Roppongi Station along Beppu Bridge Street towards Kego, the large signboard with "Pork Bowl Restaurant" written on it catches the eye. While it is common to see signs with the store's name, what is truly important is to convey what type of restaurant it is to customers, as seen in this establishment. The interior consists of 3 tables for 12 people, 2 sunken tables for 8 people, and a 3-seat counter. The simple décor with small tables and round chairs is complemented by sheets on the walls stating "Hokkaido Obihiro Specialty", giving a sense of authenticity and deliciousness. The main menu features the "Pork Belly Bowl" made with thick slices of pork belly and the "Pork Loin Bowl" made with thin slices of pork loin. Both options come with a generous 300g of rice and 6 slices of meat for the regular size, with the choice to upgrade to 8 slices for a large serving, 10 slices for a special serving, or 14 slices for a mega serving, allowing customers to choose their desired meat quantity. In addition to these, there are options like the "Half & Half Bowl" where you can try both types, the "Seared Cheese Pork Belly Bowl", and the "Fried Chicken Bowl". Opting for the "Pork Loin Bowl" in a large serving, I enjoyed the aroma of the meat being grilled with care by the owner, the tender and moist texture, freshly cooked rice, and the delightful flavor brought out by the slightly salty sauce.

Newly opened - Original Pork Bowl Restaurant TONTON Rokumonmatsu Store {Rokumonmatsu, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City} I visited the Original Pork Bowl Restaurant TONTON Rokumonmatsu Store on May 28, 2023 (Sunday). This new store opened on May 24 along Route 202 in Rokumonmatsu. I thought it was a Hokkaido-based chain because of the famous Obihiro specialty, but surprisingly the headquarters is in Osaka, with many popular stores nationwide. The signature dishes are pork belly bowl and pork loin bowl. When I asked for recommendations, they suggested the "Half & Half" bowl. There's even a challenge bowl for big eaters! On the table, there are condiments like sauce, shichimi, and sansho pepper. The Half & Half bowl @ 968 yen (tax included) arrived. It comes with miso soup and pickles. There are 4 slices of pork belly and 3 slices of pork loin. The green peas add a nice touch. The pork belly has a delicious flavor coming from the fat, with a satisfying thickness. The pork loin is tender with a sweet and savory sauce that goes well with the rice. There's so much meat that you might run out of rice. It was a satisfying meal that makes me want to go back again. Located at 2-2-7 Rokumonmatsu, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City. Closed on irregular days.

In Fukuoka City, Chuo Ward, Rokumonsu, the original pork bowl restaurant TON TON has newly opened! It is a chain restaurant, but the Hokkaido Obihiro specialty pork bowl is something not easily found in Fukuoka! There are about 3 counter seats, 3 table seats, and 2 small raised tatami seating areas. The female staff's customer service is charming and welcoming. Even on weekdays around 2 pm, there are quite a few customers. Despite that, they kindly guide you to your preferred seat, which is nice. I ordered the Half & Half Bowl, a large serving for 1188 yen, with a mix of pork belly and loin meat. The portion size is generous, and the meat is thicker and of good quality than expected. The secret sauce is not overly sweet, making it easy to eat. It's quite delicious! There are sauce, chili pepper, and sansho pepper on the table for flavor customization, which is also nice.

The rice and tea were delicious.

It's not your typical pork bowl you'd find at a beef bowl restaurant, but a hearty pork bowl with thick slices of grilled meat piled on top. The sweet and savory sauce makes the rice go down smoothly, and despite the generous portion of meat, it's easy to eat and I finished it in no time. Thank you for the delicious meal!