Not just Hida beef! If you come to Gero, you should try the Gero-born brand pork [Nattoku Pork]

"Nattoku Pork" originates from Gero City in the Hida region of Gifu Gifu Prefecture , and is raised in the naturally rich land of Gero, where it is fed a diet of natto. If you are traveling to the Hida region or Gero City, be sure to enjoy the exquisite flavor and tenderness of this pork.

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[Suimeikan] was established in 1933 as a hot spring inn in [Gero Onsen], one of Japan's top three hot springs. We offer heartfelt hospitality to soothe your daily fatigue. You can enjoy Gero Onsen, which is famous for its skin-beautifying effects, in three large public baths with different tastes. Please enjoy the large observation bath overlooking the hot spring town of Gero and the mountains of Hida, the large bath with a sauna with the scent of cypress, and the open-air bath with an indoor bath as if you were touring the hot springs. As a museum that values Japanese culture, we also have a Japanese garden, an authentic Noh stage, a tea room, and other works of art by famous artists on display. We also have a pool, athletic gym, beauty salon, and bar. For dinner, you can choose from three types: Japanese Kaiseki, French, and Chinese. There is also a plan where you can enjoy Hida's specialty "Hida beef". In addition to staying in Japanese-style rooms where you can feel the Japanese tradition, we also have rooms with beds. Guests visiting from other countries can also feel safe and relaxed. Please spend a blissful time with the heartfelt hospitality of the long-established Japanese inn [Suimeikan].

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Table of Contents
Not just Hida beef! Another brand meat: Nattoku Pork
What is "Nattoku Pork" that is raised on natto?
Characteristics of Nattoku Pork
If you want to eat Nattoku Pork in Gero Onsen Town, here are 3 recommended places!

Not just Hida beef! Another brand meat: Nattoku Pork

When you think of the gourmet food of the Hida region, the first thing that comes to mind for many people is probably "Hida beef."

Of course, Hida beef is a must-try, but if you are visiting the Hida region, especially Gero Onsen, be sure to try Gero specialty "Nattoku Pork"!

In this article, we will introduce the brand pork that Gero City, famous as one of Japan's three most famous hot springs, is proud of.

What is "Nattoku Pork" that is raised on natto?

This is a new brand of pork that was created in collaboration between local pig farmers and butchers with the aim of revitalizing the local area.

"Nattoku pork" is written in kanji as "natto-eating pork." As the characters suggest, "Nattoku pork" is raised on a diet of natto. Natto is a fermented soybean food, and is a part of Japan's ancient food culture.

The effects of natto improve gastrointestinal function and promote healthy growth. This pork is raised in the naturally rich Gero region, with strict attention paid to water, feed, and the environment.

Characteristics of Nattoku Pork

As mentioned above, one of the major characteristics of Nattoku pork is that it is raised on a diet of natto, but what is particularly noteworthy is the high-quality meat. The meat is tender, and the fat has no unpleasant flavors. Another attractive feature is that it has little odor, allowing you to enjoy the natural umami and sweetness of pork.

In addition, because the cattle are raised on feed Toyotomi in vitamin E, their meat stays fresh for a long time.

If you want to eat Nattoku Pork in Gero Onsen Town, here are 3 recommended places!

1. The creator of Yushima Island Pork! Yushimaan, a local butcher shop

Located in the hot spring town of Gero, Yushima Island takes advantage of its position as a butcher shop to serve delicious pork rib sushi. They also offer a three-piece set of lean and marbled Hida beef, allowing you to easily enjoy Hida's proud brand beef and brand pork together. It's easy to eat on the go, so why not stop by for a break or to accompany your stroll around the hot spring town?

Yushima-an

845 Yunoshima, Gero City, Gifu Prefecture 509-2207

A long-established butcher shop directly operates this store located within the Gero Onsen town. You can easily enjoy local specialties such as Hida beef and Natto-kui pork as nigiri sushi. In addition to nigiri, the shop also offers high-quality meat, a specialty of the butcher.

2. If you want to enjoy Gero's local cuisine, including Nattoku Pork, then come to Utagekura

"Utagekura" is a restaurant that serves a variety of regional dishes made with local ingredients. In addition to Hida beef dishes, which are famous in the Hida region, we also offer a variety of dishes made with Nattoku pork. In particular, the tonteki highlights the natural umami and sweetness of the pork and is recommended for those who want to enjoy Nattoku pork. You can also enjoy Gero unique food culture, such as Keichan.

Dining: Enzo

509-2202 971-59 Mori, Gero City, Gifu Prefecture

This restaurant offers a wide variety of menu items that allow you to enjoy local flavors, including Hida beef, dishes made with Gero brand pork "Nattoku Pork," and Gero's soul food "Keichan." The entrance is across from Gero City Hall, on the second floor of the convenience store.

3. Enjoy Nattoku Pork Lunch at Suimeikan, a Long-Established Inn in Gero

Suimeikan, a long-established inn located right next to Gero Station, offers lunch menus using Nattoku pork at its European-style restaurant "Baden Baden" and Chinese restaurant "Ryuyuri."

At "Baden Baden," they serve a hamburger made with Nattoku pork cutlet. Together with the Hida beef hamburger, they serve only 20 per day. At "Ryuyuri," you can enjoy it as a popular dandan noodle dish.

Choose from Western or Chinese cuisine to suit your tastes and mood and enjoy our delicious pork.

Western style restaurant Baden-Baden

1268 Koda, Gero City, Gifu Prefecture, 509-2206

At the Western-style restaurant Baden Baden, which has a calm, brick-like atmosphere, you can enjoy dishes that incorporate plenty of Hida ingredients. The popular lunch menu items are the Hida beef burger and the locally produced Nattoku pork cutlet burger, limited to 20 servings per day. A full French course meal is also available for lunch. In addition, guests who dine at the restaurant can enjoy a discounted day trip to Gero Onsen Suimeikan.

China Room Ryuyuri

509-2206 1268 Koda, Gero City, Gifu Prefecture, Suimeikan, Sansuikaku...

We offer Chinese cuisine based on Cantonese cuisine that makes the most of the flavor of Hida ingredients. Our original noodles made with the local specialty Nattoku pork are available at lunch and midnight.

After lunch, you can also enjoy a day trip to Gero Onsen, which boasts high-quality Gero water. Guests who dine in can enjoy a discounted rate.

We have a variety of accommodation plans available, so please stop by Suimeikan when you visit Gero.

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