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Irori no Sato Iki

Irori no Sato Iki is located in Shakudai, Osaka Prefecture and you can enjoy fresh trout and other dishes made with local ingredients. (Reservations Only)

Business Day

Please make an advance reservation.

Our Story

Over 40 years ago, we moved to Shimamoto-cho upstream from the Minase river and are surrounded by rich nature. Every year we love this area more and more. A gentle breeze runs through our town. We enjoy a relaxing country life and yet it is convenient to be so close to the cities of Osaka and Kyoto.

I began learning about food working at a major supermarket. For many years, I accumulated knowledge that there are so many delicious foods in our world. I have come to realize that the general public does not realize how many wonderful foods we have in our world.

“I want everyone to know.” I am so happy to have finally opened a restaurant which was created from a beautifully restored room in my house. We use only the finest ingredients and serve dishes that enhance the flavors of our food.

We are so blessed with nature that Shimamoto-cho, is also known as the “Yamazaki Ghibli”. Visiting us it is like walking through a real-life Miyazaki movie!
We are famous for amago and rainbow trout fishing spots in the Minase River.　Every morning, fresh river fish are charcoal-grilled on an Irori hearth and are so popular with our customers.

It is no exaggeration to say that the natural mountain streams behind the Suntory Yamazaki distillery helped create the Irori no Sato restaurant. We hope you can relax in our quiet country town and enjoy dishes made with our carefully selected natural ingredients. Please include a visit to our restaurant along with your visits to the Suntory Whiskey Factory, Kyoto sightseeing and the Universal Studios park in Osaka.

Menus

Seasonal Course 3,300 yen (tax included)

Vinegared vegetable salad/ Fish*/ Grilled vegetables/ Simmered dish/ Tofu/ Rice/ Soup/ Pickles/ Fruits
*Grilled fish will only be available during the “Amago/Trout fishing season”. (Usually from mid-October till the following mid-May.)
During the rest of the year, handmade stone-ground soba noodles will be served.

Nabe Course 4,400 yen (tax included)

Hot pot made with seasonal delicacies.

• Reservations Only. Please book at least 3 days in advance.
• Dishes may vary depending on the best daily ingredients available.
• Please let us know in advance of any food allergies.
• Beverages are extra and not included in the course price.

Our Specialties

Fresh river fish caught daily!(Only during the “Amago/Trout fishing season”)

The Minase River is famous for Amago and Trout fishing. Irori no Sato offers the fresh catch of the day.
(Only during the “Amago/Trout fishing season” from mid-October till the following mid-May.)

Handmade soba noodles with stone mills.(summer season)

We offers freshly kneaded soba made from freshly ground homemade flour using a millstone.

Our Commitment to quality ingredients

The natural waters of Shimamoto-cho were selected as one of Japan’s top 100 famous Rivers. We offer the local fresh and seasonal ingredients from these waterways and you can experience the natural flavors in our cooking. For instance, bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, yuzu citrus juice and green peppers. When we grill them on an Irori hearth and squeeze yuzu on top, we will perfectly match it with our Japanese sake selection.

You can also enjoy seasonal delicacies selected from all over Japan such as black edamame, chestnuts and sweet potatoes.

Drink Selection

I love to get together with friends and enjoy drinking with people for special events. We would like you to experience some memorable moments with the food and alcohol we select for you.

Irori no Sato is located near the Suntory distillery and offers Suntory 12 year old Yamazaki single malt whiskey. Our owner is a sommelier and would be happy to recommend a wine and Japanese sake to match with your meal.

Our Location

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