Gohan Nekomaru

Some people visit Gohan Nekomaru specifically for its chikuwa-bu dishes. The restaurant is described as being run by a chikuwa-bu cooking specialist, and visitors note both the variety on offer and how unusual these dishes are elsewhere. If you are looking for something distinctive, it is worth checking what chikuwa-bu dishes are available alongside the set meals.

At lunchtime, the set meals built around brown rice make an impression. One diner recalls enjoying a fried prawn set meal with brown rice, miso soup and pickles, suggesting a meal where the rice and soup are part of the experience, too. On another visit, a diner reported that the simmered fish was well seasoned, while the other dishes were lightly flavoured to let their ingredients come through. These impressions may be useful if you are considering a set meal that pairs a more robust main dish with gently seasoned sides.

The menu’s appeal is not limited to set meals. One diner described the tempura in detail, noting its crisp, delicate batter and how well it was fried. Another said they were a fan of the house-made rice-bran pickles, a small accompaniment that can be part of the pleasure of a set meal. Some visitors have also enjoyed coffee and chiffon cake after eating, making room for a café-style pause as well.

The restaurant is also connected with rescue-cat activities. One visitor noted that dining or shopping there helps support the cats’ medical care and food, and another reported seeing the cats through glass inside the premises. This is not a cat café, but a place to eat while also taking an interest in the rescue work.

The restaurant is listed as open on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 to 19:00, and on Sundays from 11:30 to 14:00. It is closed from Monday to Thursday.