Shimizu Tofu Shop in Rusutsu Village is a local shop that has taken root in the local community and is well known as a "must-have tofu shop". That is the "Shimizu Tofu Shop" in Rusutsu Village, introduced here. Many non-locals who pass by the store and become fans of Shimizu Tofu are said to have come to the store out of curiosity. What kind of tofu is it?

Shimizu Tofu Shop was founded more than 60 years ago. The current owner, Masashi Shimizu, took over from his predecessor, and he and his wife, Kiyoei, have continued to make tofu as usual. Now their son Kazuhisa has joined them, and the family now runs the business for two generations.
The secret behind the tofu that makes customers become fans once they try it may be the large kettle that they have been using since the establishment of the company. Although the fuel used to heat the kettle has changed from wood to heavy oil and then to kerosene, customers say that the taste is different from other restaurants because it is cooked over an open fire.
You will be surprised when you first hold the tofu made in this way. The first thing that will surprise you is how heavy it is. I was told that each piece weighs more than 800 grams.
The firm, chewy texture of the cotton (momen) tofu has a very rustic flavor. The tofu has a very simple taste, which is very much like old-fashioned tofu, which is why it has tasted the same for over 60 years.
In addition to tofu, the restaurant also handmakes deep-fried tofu, deep-fried tofu, konnyaku, and other items, which are also well received. Like the tofu, they are larger than what you would normally see sold in supermarkets, which makes them all the more exciting.
Shimizu Tofu Shop has long been loved by locals, non-locals, and even those with a strong sense of authenticity. When you actually try it, you will understand why.

And before you know it, you may find yourself saying, "Oh, I want to try their tofu again.

＜Shimizu Tofu Shop
Location: 9 Rusutsu, Rusutsu-mura, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido
Phone: 0136-46-3720