Meli-Melo

We were on the way to Murou Art Forest and upon checking, it doesn't have a restaurant on site. So I found Meli-Melo on Google Maps and thought to drop by. We're a family of 6 (4 children) and one of the main challenges of dining out is finding a restaurant that would have space to accommodate us. Meli-Melo is spacious and we were thrilled that we could have a table. The interiors are so charming and rustic (a beautiful reflection of the surrounding mountains and nature). The restaurant is manned by a Japanese-French couple. The French husband cooks the galettes and crepes to perfection (we got our orders after only 5 minutes!). The Japanese wife was taking our orders and explained everything in English. They both were so friendly and we would stay longer and order more if we had time. So glad to find this gem!

- Jar Concengco -

Great varieties and tasty Galettes and very warm and welcoming owners

- xarni -

Bonjour! Funny to find a french Restaurant in this beautiful Valley, the couple is very nice and the food great, merci beaucoup!

- michael mauch -

I took a walk here from Ryuketsu shrine, it takes about 25 minutes to walk and it takes you through some very nice mountains on the way. I was so surprised to eat the most incredible french Galette in the Japanese countryside! The couple running it were so nice and service minded. Definitely pay them a visit on your trip.

- Linnea Eriksson -

If you’re looking for a peaceful escape from busy city life, this place is a hidden gem. Surrounded by nature, the atmosphere feels calm, rustic, and very authentic—like stepping into a slower, more traditional side of Japan. The restaurant itself has a cozy, almost handmade charm. It’s run by a French-Japanese couple, and that influence really shows in the food. Their specialty is galettes and freshly baked bread from a stone oven, prepared right in front of you, which adds a nice personal touch to the experience. What stands out most is the combination of simple ingredients with great care and craftsmanship. Everything feels fresh, homemade, and thoughtfully prepared. It’s not a fast dining experience—but that’s part of the appeal. Because it’s located in the Murou area, you can easily combine a visit here with nearby attractions like Murō-ji Temple, known for its peaceful forest setting and historic pagoda. The whole area is known for its spiritual atmosphere, hiking trails, and scenic beauty. Pros: Unique French-Japanese fusion food Beautiful countryside setting Relaxed, intimate atmosphere Cons: Limited opening hours (best to check ahead) Remote location—hard to reach without planning

- Karol Kozłowski -

高見の郷の帰りにお昼を食べるところを探していて見つけました。 フランス人が作る本物ガレットはとても美味しく古民家を改装した店内もとても雰囲気が良い。 また桜の時期は庭園の桜を見ながら食事やくつろぐことが出来るとても良いカフェでした。 また来年行きたい。

- Shige_ K. -

古民家レストランです。 大小様々なテーブルがあります。 ガレットは本格的でなかなかのものです。そば粉が苦手な方はクレープにもしてくれるようです。 素材も地元のものやこだわりのモノで体にも良さそうです。

- 河野くにこ -

龍穴神社へ向かう途中、お腹が空いたので、こちらへお邪魔しました 軒先から美味しい香りが漂っています 古民家を利用した、味わい深い、温かみのある空間で、穏やかなご主人と明るい奥様が切り盛りされています 少人数や、お一人様は、外が見えるカウンター席で、風景の癒しも味わえます 当日は土砂降りでしたが、奥様も言われていたように、心地よき浄化の雨のようでした ガレットの生地が、パリっと薄く焼き上げられていて、とても香ばしく美味しい 厚く柔らかいと、胃が重くなるので、おかずがたっぷりとのった状態を、最後まで美味しく頂けます 日替わりガレット 具(おかず)が、塩分強すぎず、どこを切り取っても、どこを混ぜても、それぞれのドラマがあるようで、どの展開も心から楽しみながら頂きました しいたけ？きのこ、一見佃煮みたいな あれも、風味や旨味、コクも添えて、実に良い仕事をするんです ご主人と奥様にお伝えしましたが、茄子がフルーティな味わいに感じるのを、初めて体験しました ハーブティー(ハイビスカス、ジンジャー等の、美人−ness)は、お湯割りが、程よく深い甘みや香りと共に、冷えて疲れた身体を癒してくれました(連れはソーダ割り　スッキリとした味わいに) ペルーのコーヒー 酸味が程よく、香りも後味もふわりと訪れる、とても心地よきコーヒーでした

- sarubo g (gsaru) -