Takinoya — Restaurant in Hakone

After looking at various larger restaurants nearby, we came upon this small restaurant without customers at around 530 to 6 PM. We asked if they had enough seats for 13 people, and we were pleasantly delighted that we were able to find a restaurant we could fit all 13 of us at without reservations nor a wait. Quickly, the hostess called upon her family members to help cook for us. They did a great job because the food came out quickly and was delicious! I remember having the mushroom hotpot dish along with scallops and the Japanese fries. Generally the food and atmosphere was excellent! The hostess also said that though they have been open for 50 years, this is probably their busiest day ever! She made us feel at home and well-appreciated. I loved this place because it was similar to eating at someone’s home with a wood-burning stove in the middle. I felt that not only we felt special because our party had the entire place to ourselves, but also the staff was most appreciative of us for simply coming to have dinner with...

Found this place while staying in Hakone on a rainy day. Sent a message requesting a booking for 3, and received a reply only minutes later. Caught the local bus here (very easy to do). Received a very warm welcome and shown some menus in English. Very nice atmosphere with a fire heater in the middle of the room. Ordered the pork cutlet set, house special Udon and kids Udon. Food was very tasty and good portions. Perfect meal for a rainy cold day! Loved it here.

Oh and the ginger hot drink...

A pleasant surprise as this restaurant is located further away from the main tourist attractions. Very cozy place! The food was superb, especially the venison and wild boar set. Simple traditional dish like the yamakake udon was also really delicious. The owner of the restaurant is also really friendly...