Kawai, Nara, Japan｜邂逅

This cafe is located in a renovated 100-year-old mansion built using the same technique by the same shrine carpenter who built Naoya Shiga's residence in Takahata, Nara. As you push past the noren curtains through the heavy gate and walk down the long stone-paved approach, you will find a beautiful and spacious garden on the side, and as you walk from the entrance stile through the long verandah to the cafe space, The view of the Yamato River stretches out across the area with almost no obstructions. We are losing our current homes, Here you can find the ``ma'' of a good old Japanese mansion. This location alone scores well over 100 points. I ordered a limited quantity plate with plenty of vegetables for lunch. You can quickly place your order using a QR code. Starting with simmered radish with bean paste, The plate is full of colorful and locally grown vegetables and is very filling. The rice was a little too soft, but the rice miso soup was refillable, and all the vegetable side dishes were delicious. The main dish was either fried white fish or fried chicken marinated in nanban, and I chose fried chicken. The other vegetable side dishes were much more delicious, so I felt like I didn't have to force myself to add meat or fish. You can choose from several types of drinks, Coffee and tea are +100 yen. The hot yuzu tea in the photo was available at no additional charge. in the best location We had a great time and the food was satisfying both in appearance and taste. Next time I would like to go during morning time. As for access, whether you go along the stream from Hirose Taisha Shrine or from the Yamato River, you will have to go through a narrow road that makes it impossible to pass each other, but it is worth going. It is best not to use the road next to McDonald's that has a Hirose Taisha sign. The parking lot is surprisingly large, so there's no need to carpool. I'll be visiting again soon.

The shop had a very nice appearance and the staff were very attentive and kind. The food was also delicious. I had omelet rice, but I was full. Next time I have time, I would like to try the lunch plate and dessert. The restrooms are separated by gender (this is important, right?), and they were completely renovated, spacious, and clean. To be honest, the road to get to the store is narrow, so I strongly recommend going from the brook path right next to Hirose Shrine, rather than from the residential area. The parking lot and the inside of the store are very spacious. There were many female customers, but it seems like you can relax even if you are alone. There was also a tatami room, so it would be perfect for mothers with small children. I was able to open up a nice shop and was very satisfied.

The food, service, and atmosphere were the most wonderful and high-level restaurant I've ever been to. I came to the store with my children, and I was impressed that they had a chair, a few toys, and an apron for the child, and they were happy to provide a plate for the child. There is no children's menu, but the adult meals were delicious with just the right amount of seasoning, and I was able to feed them with peace of mind (not that they were bland).I felt the lunch portion was a bit small, but the atmosphere... Overall, I am satisfied with the other services. It was very comfortable to order in the large store without having to call the staff. I was surprised that the parking lot was so spacious that I couldn't imagine it from the road along the way. The road to get there is very narrow and narrow, so it might be difficult for large cars. This is a store that I definitely want to visit again.