Mito, Ibaraki, Japan｜富士食堂

Full marks for the Showa retro atmosphere and the presence of the owner who has been working hard for a long time! Japanese set meal 650 yen! Anyway, if you're a seasoned hunter, you'll have to put up with the smell of cigarettes and dirt! The store has been protected for a long time because of the elderly regulars who smoke.

It has a lot of Showa feel. Since it is a ticket system, you can choose the menu from the showcase at the entrance or at the register, then order from the lady at the register and pay. It's not a button on a machine, it's an interaction with an aunt. They will give you a meal ticket, but once you are seated they will take it back and leave you with a stub. I remember a long time ago, a large cafeteria in a local department store had the same system. You can eat a set meal for around 700-800 yen, so it's reasonable. The taste is also good. Coffee service included after the meal.

A restaurant with an irresistible Showa atmosphere It's cheap and voluminous. Recommended is the ginger grilled set meal.