GATE1 — Restaurant in Kin

Went to Ishikawa yesterday and could not resist driving a little more north to Kin near Camp Hansen's gate 1 to see if my favorite Okinawan Taco Rice restaurant was still there. I have been away for over a decade and the gods were on my side because the restaurant (Gate 1) was still there! Treasure found; and prices are still reasonable, as well as the...

So taco rice is one of those dishes you hear about when you get to Okinawa—- so you kind of sort of have to give it a try so you can say you’ve had it. And it’s my understanding this place is one of the original- of not the original, “Taco Rice” restaurants.

Was it good? Well, it wasn’t bad. Worth a try I guess. It’s taco meat on top...

This place is easy to find, as it is located along HWY58 at a stoplight, directly across from Camp Hansen Gate #1. They serve delicious meals at reasonable prices and, you can sit down inside or, make a takeout order. One of my favorite items there, is the Triple Garlic Pizza. Many local favorite meals are...