"Country Papa," a Western restaurant in Shikaoi Town, is popular with a wide range of people because it serves hearty dishes made with an abundance of local ingredients. However, the site is far too large for a restaurant. Its total area is an astounding 16,000m2. I decided to visit the restaurant to see what it was all about, and it turned out to be more than just a Western restaurant... When you come to Country Papa and open the menu, you will surely feel a little overwhelmed. Everything looks so delicious that you will want to try everything. At such times, we recommend the "Farm Lunch" (1,320 yen including tax). With more than 10 different ingredients on one plate, it is a menu that is sure to look great on Instagram. In fact, this dish could be said to be synonymous with the restaurant. Country Papa was originally a farming operation that grew barley, wheat, potatoes, and beans. Towards the end of the Showa era, they opened their farm to the public and began strawberry picking. Then, customers began saying, "It would be nice if we could eat here too," so they opened a restaurant. In other words, because it is a farm restaurant, they were able to offer a farm lunch using an abundance of fresh vegetables like this. Let's introduce another recommended dish: "Herb-Grilled Chicken" (1,210 yen including tax). Chicken thighs from Tokachi are grilled with an original blend of herbs. Almost all of Country Papa's menu items use local ingredients. For example, vegetables are homemade when in season, and are sourced from Shikaoi at other times. Perhaps it's because they use fresh ingredients that all the photos on the menu look so delicious! After enjoying your meal inside the restaurant, which is decorated with a wooden motif, let's take a look outside. Of Country Papa's total land area of 16,000m2, an astonishing 13,000m2 is planted with lawns. They also keep ponies and goats, which are very popular with children. Above all, the spacious lawn seems like it would be refreshing for adults to just stand there. Also, every year on the third Sunday of June, a large number of classic cars gather on this lawn. The event, called "Kanpapa Car Maniacs Gathering," has been going on for over 20 years, which is surprising. The spectacular sight is sure to get any classic car fan drooling. One last thing: on the premises, there are two cottages where you can stay overnight. Each can accommodate four adults, has a kitchen, and comes equipped with cooking utensils and tableware. Many guests use this as a base to enjoy a stay-over in Tokachi. Country Papa is not just a Western restaurant. It is a farm restaurant filled with a variety of fun things to do to suit your hobbies and purposes. Why not give it a visit? Country Papa Address: 11-1, Shikaoi Kita 5-sen, Shikaoi-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido Phone: 0156-66-2888 Official site: https://www.countrypapa.com