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Edo Hachi♪ What a pleasant sound♫ It seems that everyone around the old man is familiar with the equation of Edo Hachi = "katsudon + soba" set = ¥1,000 and Pavlov's law, which makes them drool...~~; For those who are well-known residents of Hakodate, there are few who do not know this delicious katsudon and soba restaurant. I have been there several times, but the deliciousness of the katsudon always feels fresh. The place is always crowded, making it a struggle to park in the adjacent parking lot, and sharing a table is common in the not-so-friendly staff. However, regular customers seem to have a unique understanding and interaction. Each time, the katsudon set, served cold, is placed in front of you, along with the bright yellow pickles and soba soup. The thinly sliced katsu with a shiny glaze is mouthwatering, and the sweet onion in the slightly salty-sweet broth is heavenly! The slightly moist rice, mixed with the flavorful broth, is also delicious! Munching away happily, the soba bowl is served without delay. The soba itself is just a regular street soba, nothing special, but it surprisingly complements the meal perfectly! Sprinkle some green onions from the container on the table, add a dab of wasabi, and let's dig in! Despite the mess in the bowl, it's so satisfying! Scooping up the remaining rice at the end, I can't help but enjoy every bite. Despite feeling stuffed halfway through, the allure of this place captivates the old men. Satisfied and full, the restaurant continues to fill up, so I quickly stand up and go to the mother in the back to pay, while the young staff members greet everyone with a smile. It may take a bit more time to appreciate the charm of this unfriendly restaurant, but the occasional cravings for this katsudon set make it hard to resist. Thank you for the meal! Cheers♪