This is a restaurant under the Vocational Continuation Support Type A program. The facility is spacious, with various welfare facilities such as elderly care facilities, facilities for people with disabilities, nurseries, and a park golf course. There is also a hot spring on site, and they offer affordable options like bathing and udon set meals. Today's order is Tempura Bowl for 720 yen and a mini udon for 110 yen. It's self-service here, so you have to pick up your order when called, but the total of 730 yen is very reasonable. The tempura bowl has a nice balance of sweetness in the sauce and delicious vegetables. The shrimp is crispy and tasty from head to tail. The udon is homemade Sanuki udon, and even the mini size has a flavorful broth for the noodles. My wife ordered the most popular beef udon, which has a soy sauce-based broth that is quite sweet. She mentioned getting tired of it as she ate, but the meat was delicious. We plan to visit the hot spring next time. There is a bakery nearby, so we'll stop by there as well. Oh, and this place also farms fugu (blowfish) using the hot spring water, so they have fugu dishes for lunch and a fugu restaurant called "Kofukutei" at night. The fugu course is surprisingly affordable for farmed fugu. I'd like to try it sometime, but I'm not a fan of arranging for a ride back home.

After a hiatus of three and a half years, I resumed my day trip hot spring adventures. The first stop was the newly opened Cocoruku no Yu in Ooasa. This place is a hub for welfare facilities, including elderly care, disability care, nursery, hot spring, bakery, udon restaurant, and park golf course, all employing people with disabilities. This time, I decided to ride my cross bike there to be cautious about infection prevention. It was only 11 kilometers from home, but the strong wind made it feel like I wasn't moving at all. It probably would have taken around 40 minutes under normal circumstances, but it ended up taking me almost an hour. I first bought some delicious cheese curry bread from the bakery and waited for the hot spring to open at 10 am. The hot spring was practically empty, with only one other guest in the second half hour. It's quite small but clean and cozy. It's a shame there's no waiting room. Now, onto the main event! After soaking in the hot spring, I headed to the neighboring udon restaurant. From 11 am onwards, you can purchase a hot spring set for 980 yen from the vending machine here, which includes a hot spring visit and dishes like large shrimp tempura udon. Although I came for the udon, I couldn't resist the temptation of the Zangi-don in the menu photo and ended up getting a mini udon set. The udon was served cold, with a good chewy texture but slightly firm noodles. They could have been a bit cooler. The broth was a bit salty, even for a dipping style. The Zangi-don, on the other hand, was delicious. Freshly fried with a sauce reminiscent of sesame oil chicken. I might have been better off going for the Zangi-don as the main dish. The udon was a bit disappointing, but the service from the staff was excellent. It's worth noting that this place transforms into a fugu (blowfish) restaurant at night, complete with a tank of live fugu at the entrance. The full course meal for 5000 yen seemed surprisingly affordable. I'm intrigued by that as well.

Udon with extra noodles for 350 yen each + 200 yen for extra noodles again. I ordered the extra noodle bowl this time because it was delicious last time. The bowl was filled to the brim, and I was completely satisfied. The udon was chewy but not too firm, just right. The ginger automatically comes on top of the seaweed, so if you don't like it, you should let them know. I personally put it on the side and eat it. You can add as much tempura flakes as you like. The broth is gentle and I prefer it over Marugame Seimen. The atmosphere is calm and cozy, not too crowded. It feels clean and relaxing.

The dining area inside the hot spring facility in Ebetsu City. Here was good. The hot spring set A - Large shrimp tempura udon 980 yen (including bathing fee) Set A includes a hot "large shrimp tempura udon". The hand-made "udon" is a Sanuki-style with a chewy and smooth texture, just the right firmness. The broth is also Sanuki-style, not too strict, with a gentle and easy-to-eat flavor. The tempura is skillfully made... using well-built shrimp lightly fried... better than a mediocre tempura shop. Hmm... this udon is quite excellent for a hot spring facility. This tempura udon, along with a natural hot spring bath typical of this area, all for this price, is quite cost-effective. Amazing... It seems that the hot soup udon would be better here.

In March 2023, I visited a facility called Cocoruku Ebetsu in Ebetsu. The parking lot was spacious and there was a bakery nearby. They offer a hot spring set, so I ordered a tempura rice bowl and a mini udon. It took about 5 minutes for the food to be served. The udon had a strong texture. The tempura rice bowl had 2 shrimp tempura, eggplant, green pepper, and shiitake mushrooms, all fried nicely. The sauce was sweet, and I added some chili pepper from the table. The hot spring was really good. It was a rich mineral hot spring, and even on weekdays, it was not crowded, with a sense of cleanliness. The outdoor bath was like a private rental. I didn't know there was such a wonderful facility in Ebetsu. It's easy to get to from my home, so I would like to visit again.

Thick and firm udon noodles for 350 yen with 1.5 times the regular serving size, plus 100 yen for a kinder udon. The thick and firm noodles have a satisfying chewiness, and the addition of seaweed and flavorful broth make it even better. The larger serving size provides a good amount of volume, and the spacious parking lot is also a plus. I really liked it.

I had a tempura rice bowl, but I forgot to order the udon noodles that were supposed to come with it. The tempura rice bowl cost 680 yen and had two shrimp and vegetable tempura, which was pretty good. However, the portion of rice was a bit small. I think it would be better to order the tempura rice bowl with udon noodles next time. I'll come back for the udon noodles. Thank you for the meal.

Title as it is.. The udon was just delicious (lol) Some might say that saying "just delicious" is not enough.. but maybe I just lack vocabulary.. I don't know why.. ----------------------------- Ordered from a ticket machine I.. I'm not good with ticket machines, I can't find what I'm looking for So.. I ordered the kake with shrimp tempura and inari sushi The button for the large shrimp tempura udon.. where did it go? *After looking at the ticket machine on the way back, I found it at the top (lol) I handed over the ticket and waited for about 3 minutes before being called I received it.. added some green onions and other toppings~ I went back to my seat and.. let's eat♪ The udon was thick and had a nice firmness The broth had a light color and somehow felt Kansai-style The shrimp tempura had a faint taste of sesame oil The inari was neither good nor bad Just delicious, thanks for the meal I'm not sure if I'll visit again (lol)

I visited a Sanuki udon restaurant that opened in a complex facility in April for the first time. Over forty years ago, I first visited Takamatsu and was impressed by the Sanuki udon I had there. I used to eat 23 bowls of Sanuki udon every day whenever I visited afterwards. Recently, Marugame Seimen has opened up, making it easy to eat Sanuki udon. This restaurant is self-service to some extent. I had kake udon and a mini tendon, while my wife had kake udon with shrimp tempura. We shared the fugu karaage. The udon was decent, but it can't beat Marugame Seimen. The kake udon had tenkasu in it, which was disappointing. Since you can add it separately according to your preference, it can be annoying for those who don't like it. The broth had a Sanuki-like flavor but wasn't served hot. I hope they learn from Marugame Seimen's thorough temperature management. The tempura in the tendon was crispy, but the rice was too sticky, not suitable for a bowl dish. The fugu karaage was okay considering the price. The oil was a bit of a concern. The prices are reasonable, and since they have only been open for less than half a year, I hope they will improve in the future.

The food tickets purchased at the vending machine, what to do? Both me and the next customer are confused. Needs improvement. The background music is jazz, with Art Blakey playing on this day. I had the large shrimp tempura udon. The udon, broth, and shrimp were all delicious. There are many staff members, so it feels a bit strange to do everything self-service. This spot is enjoyable, with hot springs and a bakery nearby. The large shrimp tempura udon costs 650 yen. Thank you for the meal! (^^)v

I arrived at "Kokoruku Ebetsu" and decided to eat at "Kaikaku Udon" inside the facility. The restaurant "Kofukutei" is also available for dinner, serving dishes such as fugu (requires reservation 5 days in advance). The facility also includes a senior care center, hot springs, and a bakery. Inside the restaurant, I ordered the recommended "Curry Udon @580" from the ticket machine. The udon had a firm texture and the curry broth was flavorful with a mild spice. The fried onions on top added a delicious sweetness. I regretted not getting a larger portion. I will try the bukkake udon and tempura next time. After this, I also visited the bakery next door. The Kokoruku Ebetsu project aims to create a "coexisting town" where residents of all ages and backgrounds can live comfortably and interact with each other.

Today is the first day of my two-day weekend! I saw a lot of food reviews every day, and recently a fellow reviewer visited a cafe in Nishino Horo that looks like an old folk house. So, my wife and I decided to go there! I tried searching for the place using my old navigation system, but couldn't find it. I then searched by address and found out that it's located deep inside Nopporo Vegetable Direct Sales Office. When we arrived, we found out that it's temporarily closed until May 31st. It's a shame because the reviewer who usually gives harsh reviews had given it a high rating! Oh well, it's a detour for us now! Sorry for the diversion! We borrowed a parking space and searched again. I suggested having udon, but my wife wanted to try a new place. So, we looked for a new udon restaurant based on food reviews and went there as a couple. When we arrived, we found out that it was under construction. My wife said, "It's under construction!" I said, "It says so on the food review too, it's fine!" We entered, but didn't take off our shoes or wear slippers, and bought tickets from the ticket vending machine. We ordered the seasonal udon A "Asari Udon" for 600 yen tax included for me, and the seasonal udon B "Sakura Shrimp Tempura Udon" for 550 yen tax included for my wife. The visual presentation was impressive, with a large shrimp tempura. The asari udon was normal. The inari sushi was big and only 100 yen! The waiting time was long, just like the "Yudetaro" I go to every morning. We bought food tickets from the vending machine, received a number tag at the counter, and waited to be called. Condiments were self-served at the counter, and so was the tea and water. Why was it so slow? After eating, the inari sushi was really delicious! Maybe they use the same supplier! The tempura was generous and tasty, though slightly oily at the bottom. The broth was light, but flavorful! It seemed thin at first, but was actually quite satisfying. Around lunchtime, the restaurant was full of construction workers and only four regular customers. Postscript: To try Sanuki udon, maybe it's best to wait until after the construction is finished. My wife said, "Let's go back when it's calmer!" Good luck to the restaurant! I would consider revisiting in the future!

On a certain holiday in Ebetsu City, I had plans to have lunch at a bakery, but I stumbled upon an udon restaurant next to it! After briefly visiting the original planned restaurant, I returned to the udon restaurant. The parking lot had enough space within the facility. The interior seemed like a vocational support facility, and I was surprised to see a shoe removal system at the entrance. I placed my shoes in the shoe rack and entered the restaurant, which was connected to a neighboring public bath. The seating area was spacious, and I learned that the restaurant transforms into a different place with a different name at night. From the menu, the recommended items were tempura udon, curry udon, and delicious pork, but I decided to order the "Seasonal Kakiage Udon (550 yen)" from the ticket vending machine. The udon had a satisfying thickness and chewy texture typical of Sanuki udon, which would be enjoyed by people of all ages. The clear and light broth had a subtle dashi flavor with low saltiness, which I personally liked. The kakiage tempura was generously sized, with finely sliced burdock, carrots, mugwort, and corn visible. Surprisingly, the kakiage tempura itself was well-seasoned with salt, which affected the broth towards the end and the dry texture of the burdock was acceptable. I added toppings like green onions, tenkasu, and grated ginger towards the end for extra enjoyment. Overall, it was very much appreciated to receive such a satisfying meal for just a little over 500 yen. I look forward to returning next time, perhaps in combination with a bath. Thank you for the meal.

Chidori Udon 500 yen at Ebetsu, Abemachi, opened on April 1, 2021. The town of lifelong activity, "Cocoruke Ebetsu," is still under construction as a community for welfare and caregiving. Along with a bakery and hot springs, a hand-made udon shop has opened early. At night, it changes its name to "Kofukutei" and serves fugu dishes and set meals. The newly built interior has a fresh smell. Visitors must take off their shoes upon entering and purchase food tickets from a vending machine. Hand the tickets to the staff to receive a number tag, then wait to be called for your order. It took less than 10 minutes for the food to be served, even with other customers waiting. The staff efficiently managed the orders. Condiments include ginger, green onions, and tenkasu. The slightly thin Sanuki udon noodles had a chewy texture and were suitable for all ages. The broth was gently flavored, and the dish was generously topped with six ingredients: tenkasu, seaweed, grated daikon radish, lemon, kamaboko, and green onions. Mix everything together and enjoy the affordable and delicious udon. I would like to try the fugu dish someday. Thank you for the meal.

Visited a restaurant on April 11th and it was actually my 4th meal of the day (￣▽￣;) Had soba for breakfast, then bread, then ramen, and now at the 4th place I was already in a state of not being able to eat anymore ( ; ﾟДﾟ) But I couldn't give up, so I just ordered kake udon (^^ゞ I was desperate just to finish it. I do remember that the udon had a really chewy texture. (^_^;)

This is a place in Ebetsu City, located in the newly opened Cocoruck Ebetsu in Omachi, Ebetsu City. As usual, please check the exact location on the map on Tabelog. I heard that a new udon restaurant opened in Cocoruck Ebetsu in Omachi, Ebetsu City, so I was curious and decided to visit the restaurant. Upon arriving at Cocoruck Ebetsu, I parked my car in the parking lot and then entered the restaurant. I took off my shoes, placed them on the shoe rack, and then proceeded to the ticket machine. I looked at the menu on the ticket machine and decided to order the "Large Tempura Shrimp Udon." I received the food ticket, handed it over at the order counter, received a number tag, and waited for a vacant counter seat. After a few minutes, my number was called, and I received the "Large Tempura Shrimp Udon." I added chopped green onions and grated ginger to the dish and returned to my seat. I started by enjoying the clear soup, which had a light fish stock flavor and a gentle saltiness. The hand-made udon noodles had a good texture and were easy to eat. The crispy tempura shrimp was lightly fried, and the tempura coating added a delicious flavor when it mixed with the soup. I had the warm udon this time, so I look forward to trying the cold udon next time. I also want to try the "fugu dishes" at the evening service of "Koufukutei."

The fugu course that is only available at night! Boiled fugu, fugu sashimi! Fried fugu, fugu hot pot, fugu rice porridge - delicious and great value! The only downside is that there is hardly any selection of alcohol! It would be perfect to enjoy with some tasty sake.

During my second visit, I decided to try the bukkake udon for 350 yen and the shrimp tempura for 200 yen since I didn't have udon last time. The udon had a gentle flavor and the shrimp tempura was delicious. Next time, I'll go for a larger portion. Thank you for the meal.