The interior of Saga Hirakawaya, with its modern flair, provides a warm ambiance for guests to immerse themselves in the world of tofu. Here, one can embark on a gastronomic journey with the Onsen Yudofu course or indulge in the lighter fare offered at the café space, which boasts an array of soy milk gelato and parfaits, each a testament to the versatile appeal of soy.
The Onsen Yudofu course at Saga Hirakawaya is a curated experience designed to showcase the depth and variety of Saga’s tofu. Beginning with a refreshing shot of soy milk, it sequentially introduces patrons to the region’s tofu specialties, including the nutty richness of sesame tofu and the creamy texture of peanut tofu.
The centerpiece, Onsen Yudofu, promises a sensory delight as it is presented in its most authentic form, simmered in hot spring water until it reaches a perfect, melt-in-your-mouth consistency.
Guests are encouraged to first taste the tofu unadorned, allowing the natural umami to come forth, before experimenting with the accompanying original sesame sauce, tailored to preference with alternatives like olive oil, salt for those abstaining from fish broth.
The zosui, a comforting rice soup that beautifully encapsulates the essence of the meal, drawing on the deep flavors infused in the tofu’s cooking broth. And don’t forget the kake-jiru (rice porridge) at the end with the hot spring yudofu. You can savor the flavorful soup infused with the richness of the tofu until the very last drop.
The plant-based soy milk gelato made in-house features seasonal flavors such as matcha from Ureshino and organic lemon.
Vegetarian Menu (tax included): Yudofu Set Meal ¥2,500, Soy Milk Gelato ¥490
