One of the joys of traveling is discovering delicious things unique to the destination. Obihiro has three must-eat soul foods: charcoal-grilled pork rice bowls, “Indian Curry” beloved by locals, and East Hokkaido–style Jingisukan. Each is a soul food woven into everyday life in Obihiro. We’ll share what makes them special and where to try them, together with business hours and reservation details. Feel free to plug this straight into your trip plans.
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Pork Rice Bowl｜A Hearty Dish Born in Obihiro
Origins of the Pork Rice Bowl
Pork rice bowls were born in the Taisho era in Tokachi. A chef in Obihiro, inspired by eel over rice, set out to create something more casual and easy to eat—thus the pork rice bowl. Charcoal-grilled pork glazed with a sweet-savory soy sauce and served over rice is simple yet deeply satisfying. Today it’s one of Obihiro’s signature specialties.
Recommended Restaurants
The original pork rice bowl restaurant. The secret sauce and charcoal aroma are a perfect match.
Business Hours: 11:00–19:00 (closes when sold out)
Closed: Mon & 1st/3rd Tue
Reservations: Not accepted
Directly connected to the station—perfect for sightseeing. Even on a short visit, you can enjoy an authentic pork rice bowl.
Business Hours: 11:00–20:00
Closed: Open daily
A popular spot where you can choose your preferred cut: loin, belly, or fillet.
Business Hours: 11:00–18:00
Closed: Wed
「豚丼って、どこで食べても似たような味じゃないの？」―-そんな風に思っていませんか？でも、帯広の豚丼は“ただの丼もの”ではありません。今回は観光客から豚丼通の地元客も通う名店を一気にご紹介します。どれも絶品なので、旅の予定にぜひ加えてみてくださいね！
Curry｜“Indian” as Part of Everyday Life in Obihiro
When people in Obihiro say “curry,” “Indian Curry” is the first name that comes up. For locals, it’s practically part of daily life.
What Makes Indian Curry Special
- The playful tagline “the second-best curry shop.” Number one is the curry you make at home—so the shop is fine being number two. That whimsy captures Obihiro’s spirit.
- Bring your own pot for takeout, a tradition that’s still alive. Pour Indian Curry over rice cooked at home—that’s the classic “home curry” in Obihiro.
- There are three types of roux: “Indian,” “Basic,” and “Vegetable.” Customize to your taste with toppings.
Indian Curry Locations
Business Hours: 11:00–21:00
Closed: None
Business Hours: 11:00–21:00
Closed: None
There are multiple branches in and outside the city, making it easy to stop by while traveling.
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Jingisukan｜Obihiro’s Style of Marinated Lamb
Jingisukan is a Hokkaido specialty. In Sapporo, it’s common to grill the meat and then dip it in sauce, but in East Hokkaido, including Obihiro, marinated Jingisukan is the norm. Grilling lamb that’s been marinated in advance reduces gaminess and enhances umami.
Recommended Restaurants
A long-established restaurant founded in 1957. Thick cuts with serious heft.
Business Hours: 11:00–14:00 (closes when sold out)
Closed: Mon (Tue when Mon is a holiday)
A place to enjoy a wide variety of cuts.
Business Hours: Weekdays 11:00–16:00 / Sat, Sun & Holidays 11:00–21:00
Closed: Mon (open on holidays; closed the following day)
Outstanding value—Jingisukan from ¥495 per serving (tax included)!
Business Hours: 11:00–23:00
Closed: Thu (open on holidays)
Popular for fresh lamb shoulder loin and thick-cut steaks.
Business Hours: 17:00–23:00 (L.O. 22:30)
Closed: Sun & irregular
ジンギスカンには地域ごとに特色があり、帯広で食べられるジンギスカンは札幌で食べられるものとはひと味違います。どちらも美味しいのですが、十勝の魅力をお伝えするMATOKAが推すのはもちろん帯広のジンギスカン。今回は帯広ジンギスカンの名店の紹介です！
Enjoy Obihiro’s Three Great Soul Foods!
The three soul foods you’ll want to try in Obihiro are pork rice bowls, curry (“Indian”), and Jingisukan.
Each is a flavor nurtured by Tokachi’s land and everyday life.
- Pork rice bowls are a hearty Obihiro original inspired by eel over rice.
- Indian Curry is a “taste of daily life,” full of humor and hometown pride.
- Jingisukan celebrates East Hokkaido’s marinated lamb—a happy hot plate to share with everyone.
If you savor these three between sightseeing stops, you’ll surely fall even more in love with Obihiro.
