※As the description contains a long paragraph about non-food-related matters, those who do not need it can skip this part. m(_)__m
In order to resume band activities, Drumss, who resides in the capital city, planned to meet with a friend that I was introduced to. We decided to have dinner at a izakaya near Keiwa University, where we would sit in the middle of the table. For this purpose, I made a reservation through Yumelog for Tomori-ba-san’s restaurant (a 5,000-yen course meal x 3, worth 10,000 points).
Then, two days ago, we received a call from the restaurant, informing us that they were hosting a one-year anniversary celebration. As a result, all drinks were priced at 99 yen per item. Since it wasn’t a set menu, ordering individual items seemed more economical. However, 10,000 points seemed like an excessive amount, so we were advised to make another reservation.
Of course, there is no reason why this proposal would not be successful. I have decided to switch it to an "Arakaru +5,000pt" service. However, I already felt that this restaurant is a good place to dine. I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude for your consideration.
I don’t remember the street scenery here, so I guess this is my first time stopping at Gakusha University Station. But what exactly is this familiar feeling? There are many beautiful shops in the narrow shopping streets.
Following the guidance of Gマップ先生，we arrived at the building. We noticed a light shining on the second floor. Since we were looking from the side, we turned around to face the front and went up to the second floor through a beautiful entrance. The store was already full, and the entire place was filled with vitality.
先に到着していた2名を見つけ、左奥のテーブルで合流した。
Arrival time: 19:24
Seating capacity: 100%
(Waiting customers are also present.)
Let's offer a commemorative feast as our first-ever art university drinking event.
◾️ハイボール (以下、全項目合計税込99円)
In the end, I received about 5 to 7 cups of it.
◾️ 어른용 팬케이크 샐러드 (748엔)
A potato salad with half-moistened eggs, a classic choice.
It has a decent texture, and the saltiness is also quite good. It’s a really nice potato salad.
◾️山芋の醤油漬け (495円)
There is a certain degree of stickiness, but it's still a quality mountain taro. This dish has become an essential item for my sister.
◾️마약이 들어간 도롱뇽 알 (385엔)
It seems that no drugs were added to the dish. The flavor is well-balanced and has a pleasant taste.
◾️タコ唐揚げ (605円)
Fry until it becomes crispy, and the octopus is soft and delicious.
◾️自家製レーズンバター (748円)
The butter is delicious. The raisins also serve as a good accent to the dish.
◾️5種類のおばんざいを組み合わせた料理 (1,738円)
・エンドウとトマトのマリネ
Even if it’s a bit overwhelming, you can still feel the strong presence of eggplants and tomatoes in this dish.
・Sweet stew of pumpkin and black sesame mascarpone
This is undoubtedly a masterpiece.
・Silk tofu and homemade jellies
Relax.
・Parsley and Morinoki in sesame sauce
Very good as a finishing touch.
・Mozuku Aji Sōmen
I see, that’s how it is.
◾️Pork Spareribs Stew (1,188 yen)
Finally, I asked for the meat to be cooked until it was fully tender. It wasn’t overcooked at all. The beef fillet retained its desirable firmness, while the meat’s flavor and fat were excellent.
Here, I wondered what “Tomoriwa” might be. The summary provided by AI is as follows:
“ともりば”は、中学生や高校生が自分の生き方や進路について考えさせる「動機付け探究学習プログラム」の名称です。大学生などの「キャスト」がファシリテーター役を務め、対話を通して生徒の意欲を引き出すことを目的としています。
I see, that makes sense.
It's a dilemma when they decide to resume their band activities, but perhaps in terms of inspiring that motivation, Tomori-san was the perfect choice.
Anyway, the staff members are full of energy and determination. Everyone is cheerful and works quickly. However, since we were seated near the kitchen, we could occasionally hear the intense noise from the cooking area. The good teamwork also made the atmosphere pleasant.
Is this really the reason why people gather together? Perhaps this is the origin of the name of the restaurant, "Tomoriwa" (a place of gathering).
In many ways, I feel a sense of gratitude. I hope to return here next time to focus more on the food itself.
Thank you very much for your hospitality. m(_)m
