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Located in central Okinawa’s Kin Town, Yoshimi Shokudo is a popular local eatery always bustling with residents. Its signature dish is tebichi (pork trotters) simmered to perfection, each as large as a fist. Despite their massive size, the flavor is gentle and comforting—once you try them, they leave a lasting impression.
This article introduces the welcoming atmosphere of Yoshimi Shokudo, its most popular dishes, and even a 24-hour vending machine that sells tebichi, making it a spot worth stopping by on your travels. It’s a dining experience where you can truly feel Okinawan daily life.
Yoshimi Shokudo, located in Kin Town, Okinawa, serves hearty Okinawan dishes alongside set meals like soba and curry. It’s a favorite among locals and is also well known for its vending machine in the parking lot, which sells tebichi stew 24 hours a day.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Business Hours | Tue–Fri: 10:45 am – 3:30 pm Sat, Sun, Holidays: 10:45 am – 5:30 pm |
| Closed | Mondays (may open if Monday is a holiday) |
| Phone | 098-800-2557 |
| Access | Along Route 329 |
| Address | 23390 - 16 Yaka, Kin Town, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904 - 1203 |
| Official Website | https://okinawa-yoshimishokudo.com/ |
The interior of Yoshimi Shokudo is bright and spacious, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. The restaurant offers a mix of table seating, tatami mat seating perfect for families with children, and convenient counter seating for solo travelers.
Tatami rooms provide a relaxing environment for families with children, adding to the warm and homely atmosphere of this Okinawan eatery.
For solo travelers, counter seating is available, making it easy to drop by for a meal without hesitation.
The large windows let in natural light, creating a comfortable space where you can enjoy not just a meal but also a relaxing time.
When visiting Yoshimi Shokudo, the must-try dish is their number-one favorite: the Tebichi Stew Set Meal (¥1,050). A hearty bowl filled with massive pork trotters the size of a fist will immediately catch your eye.
The pork trotters are simmered until tender, falling off the bone with ease. The kelp adds rich umami, balancing the hearty appearance with a gentle, comforting flavor.
Each serving includes 4–6 large pieces, offering more than enough volume. Yet the seasoning is light, making it easy to enjoy until the very last bite. Paired with rice, it delivers a deeply satisfying meal.
The generous portions and refined taste make it clear why this dish is the restaurant’s most popular offering.
Besides the signature tebichi, Yoshimi Shokudo also serves the Yushi Tofu Jushi Set Meal, another beloved option that highlights Okinawa’s gentle flavors.
Yushi tofu is soft, unpressed tofu with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Served in a soup with egg, it delivers a delicate and soothing taste.
The accompanying jushi is Okinawan-style seasoned rice with pork and vegetables, where each bite is infused with rich dashi flavors. It’s simple yet nourishing, appealing to all tastes.
Light and easy on the stomach, this set meal is perfect when you want something comforting, such as during a busy day of sightseeing or even as a breakfast choice.
In Yoshimi Shokudo’s parking lot stands a vending machine that sells their famous tebichi stew around the clock. The frozen packs are available 24 hours a day, making it easy to take some home even outside business hours.
During busy seasons such as New Year holidays, it often sells out. To prioritize preparation for vending machine sales, the restaurant occasionally takes short breaks from dine-in service.
This convenient option allows you to enjoy the time-consuming tebichi stew at home. It’s also perfect as a souvenir or a way to bring Okinawan flavors back with you.
Kin Town, where Yoshimi Shokudo is located, is not widely known as a tourist destination. That makes it even more special—fewer tourists and more opportunities to connect with the everyday life of the locals.
Every meal at Yoshimi Shokudo is hearty and satisfying, and the lively atmosphere filled with locals shows just how beloved this place is in the community.
During my stay in Kin Town, I visited several times, and each visit left me energized by the warm atmosphere and delicious food.
If you want to experience not only Okinawa’s sightseeing highlights but also its daily charm, Yoshimi Shokudo is the perfect place to stop by. Don’t miss it when you visit Kin Town.
