Toyo-Ken Restaurant (レストラン東洋軒)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A heritage restaurant renowned as the birthplace of Oita's soul food: tori-ten. According to tradition, the first chef—a master of Chinese cuisine—created this signature dish. The "authentic tori-ten" features marinated chicken wrapped in a light, delicate batter and deep-fried. Unlike tempura or karaage, it has a distinctly light and airy texture. The traditional Beppu way to enjoy it is with a special kabosu-infused sauce and spicy mustard. Ordering the set meal allows you to savor fresh, piping-hot tori-ten alongside rice in abundance. This is the unmissable, classic lunch experience for any visitor to Beppu.

Tips

This is a popular spot with lunch queues, so arriving shortly after opening ensures a smoother experience. The local tradition is to generously apply both the kabosu sauce and spicy mustard. Takeout is available, making it convenient to purchase as a souvenir if you fall in love with it.

Best time to visit

Allow approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. To avoid lines, aim for an early lunch right when the restaurant opens.

Access & map

〒874-0919 Oita Prefecture, Beppu City, Ishigaki-Higashi 7-chome 8-22