Kagami Healthy Land Jidori Chaya — Restaurant in Kusu

I'm from Taiwan, this is a place that I've found way before my trip, and I told my self it's a must go, because the food and vibe are all way too good in the picture shares by others. And yet, I found out this place is way better than all those pictures, I guarantee you will not regretted to visit. Although we can't speak good Japanese, but we're able to use Google translate, and the owner is very, very friendly and with a lot of patience and kindness to us foreigners. The foods are all great, meats of free-range chicken are so fresh and tasty without marinating, use only dips to brings out the tastes of the most original sweetness of the meet, the plating is very pretty, fried chicken is a most have, but it's very hot, let it cool a bit before you bit in, and the juice flowed out will give you a heartwarming bless. And for side dishes, they are just perfect when you've just thinking "Maybe it's too much of meat", it'll helps you to bring freshness back in your mouth, washed away all the greasiness. I sure will recommend this place, and definitely will visit again every time...

If you’re ever in Oita, this restaurant is a must-visit! This spot is an absolute hidden gem. The highlight here is the “jidori” (free-range chicken), which you grill yourself over charcoal. The flavour is amazing—smoky, tender, and packed with umami. Their set meals come with chicken soup, rice, and some small sides, which really round out the experience.

The vibe is charming, with both indoor seating and a lovely terrace for when the weather’s nice. Just a heads-up: when it’s busy, it can get pretty smoky inside from all the grilling. So, if you’re sensitive to that, maybe try to go during a quieter time.

Overall, it’s a great mix of authentic local flavours and a fun DIY dining experience. Totally worth a visit if you’re...

We came here with family and it was a pretty neat old school dining experience. We ordered the chicken, fried and charcoal grilled. The food was good and the setting was cool. Would...