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The other day, on my way to "Sugita," I saw a line forming in front of this restaurant two doors down, so I decided to visit it again. I arrived 15 minutes before opening time to avoid the line, and there was no line. It turns out that you can get in without waiting on weekdays. The restaurant has a slightly long depth, giving off an Italian or French vibe. There is a Sri Lankan chef in the kitchen and a Japanese woman in charge of the hall. For lunch, you can choose between the "Lunch Plate" (800 yen) or the "Sri Lankan Plate" (1,200 yen). Both options offer a similar selection of dishes, with the only difference being the quantity. You can choose between chicken, pork, or fish curry (mackerel on this day). The combination seems to have remained the same for a long time, with mackerel being the only fish option. While a Japanese chef might change things up monthly, it seems to be different with a local focus. I ordered the "Sri Lankan Plate," which included pork curry, dal and purple yam curry, beet curry, kale sambol, pumpkin curry, string bean teldala, Sri Lankan red rice, basmati rice, and papadum all served on one plate. The pork was in bite-sized pieces, the beet curry was easily identifiable by its color, and the dal resembled scrambled eggs. The string beans and pumpkin were also distinct. Underneath it all were basmati rice and red rice. While it was enjoyable to taste each dish separately, mixing them together enhanced the flavors. Considering the price, the portion size left something to be desired. However, the taste was undeniably at the level of its reputation. It offers a different deliciousness compared to Indian cuisine, making it a place worth looking forward to.