🍜 Shikotsu Lake Lakeside Restaurant Tonton

Located within the "Shikotsu-Toya National Park," the restaurant is about a 30-minute drive from New Chitose Airport. It is situated directly across from the Shikotsu Lake tourist hub, the "Shikotsu Lake Visitor Center." The restaurant's signature dish is the Hime Masu (姫鱒) prepared in a style known as "CEP" in Ainu language. Shikotsu Lake is one of Hokkaido's top sources for Hime Masu, which is known for its delicate flavor and lack of fishy taste. The fishing season for Hime Masu opens in June and continues until the end of August, allowing visitors to enjoy fresh Hime Masu in dishes such as tempura rice bowls, grilled with salt, and the Shikotsu Lake CEP set meal. Among these, the fresh Hime Masu sashimi is particularly recommended. In addition to à la carte options, set meals are also available, making it a must-try culinary experience when visiting Shikotsu Lake. Other offerings include Jingisukan (ジンギスカン) grilled meat, local cuisine, light snacks like baked scallops with cream, and various delicious Hokkaido treats such as soft serve ice cream and corn. Takeout meals are also available, making it highly recommended to enjoy them while strolling around Shikotsu Lake.

The restaurant is located across from the "Shikotsu Lake Visitor Center." The signature dish is the "CEP" in Ainu language, which refers to the char cuisine. From June to August, during the char fishing season, you can enjoy freshly caught char dishes from Shikotsu Lake. There are also Genghis Khan grilled meat and local cuisine. Takeout options are available, making it highly recommended to enjoy while walking around Shikotsu Lake.