Hagiya Kei-chan

Opened in 2023 in the Gero Onsen area, Hagiya Kei-chan is a specialty restaurant dedicated to Gero’s beloved local dish, Kei-chan. Operated directly by a long-established manufacturer, the marinated chicken—seasoned with a secret sauce—is unlike anything you’ve tasted elsewhere. Guests cook the chicken themselves on a special iron grill, creating a one-of-a-kind dining experience and travel memory. The restaurant also offers exclusive street food like Kei-chan Karaage (fried Kei-chan) and amazake soft serve ice cream made with sweet sake from the local Tenryo Sake Brewery.