Natural Trip
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Choose spices.
Layer them.

A roux made using no water, only soup simmered from Hida beef bones.
Choose from 22 blends crafted by a pharmacist, and layer them.

Image is for illustration purposes

The Roux

We use no water.

Base Curry

Not a single drop of water is used in this roux.
Made possible with the cooperation of two popular restaurants in Takayama,
this curry is crafted entirely from its core ingredients.

Soup

100% Hida beef soup from
Hida Beef Bone Takayama Ramen MATSURI

Soup simmered exclusively from Hida beef bones is used exactly as is for the base of our roux.

Beef

Aged beef tendon from
Aged Hida Beef Yakiniku GYU-SUKE

Aged beef tendon, dry-aged at a premium yakiniku restaurant, is generously and luxuriously simmered.

How to Order

Three Steps

Choose a base, choose a blend, and layer them into your own unique plate.

01

Choose a Base

Base Curry. A curry based on Hida beef bone soup

A roux crafted with 100% Hida beef soup. Spiciness and sweetness can be adjusted level by level.

02

Choose a Blend

Various spices lined up

Choose from 22 blends crafted by a pharmacist. Please order by number, or consult our staff about your preferences.

03

Layer

Curry layered with spices

Spice+ has 4 levels. The beef bones create a mild profile, making it easy to enjoy even with a strong spice presence.

22 Blends

Choose from 22 Blends

There is no need to select spices one by one.
Choose from 22 formulations crafted by a pharmacist, depending on your mood today.

Spring

Spring

  • ① Hay fever
  • ② Sleepiness
  • ③ Motivation
  • ④ May blues
  • ⑤ Depression
  • ⑥ Blurred vision

Summer

Summer

  • ⑦ Heatstroke
  • ⑧ Physical stamina
  • ⑨ Summer fatigue

Autumn

Autumn

  • ⑩ Diet
  • ⑪ Relaxation
  • ⑫ Insomnia
  • ⑬ Bust enhancement
  • ⑭ Anti-aging

Winter

Winter

  • ⑮ Cold
  • ⑯ Joint pain
  • ⑰ Liver
  • ⑱ Hangover
  • ⑲ Stomachache
  • ⑳ Exams
  • ㉑ Poor circulation

Takayama Special

A blend for this region, using Takayama sansho and Takayama shichimi.

Please order by number, or consult us at the counter about your preferences.
*The blend names are simply labels to help you choose.

Spice +

Extra Spices

Changes the intensity of the spices. The beef bones create a mild profile, so it remains delicious even with a strong spice presence.

STEP 1

Chakra

200 yen

STEP 2

Kakusei

400 yen

STEP 3

Nehan

600 yen

STEP 4

Natural Trip

1,000 yen

Original towel 2,000 yen (Bring it next time, and Chakra is free forever)

Spice Library

Spices in the Blends

The 22 blends are crafted from these spices.
Japanese names and the texture of their aromas. Spiciness is indicated by the number of chili peppers.

Turmeric

Turmeric

An earthy, slight bitterness and a vivid golden hue. It creates the color of the curry.

Cumin

Cumin

An exotic and warm aroma. It forms the core of the curry character.

Coriander

Coriander

Sweet, refreshing, and faintly spicy. These are cilantro seeds.

Cardamom

Cardamom

The "Queen of Spices." A refreshing, clear aroma. Also used in tea.

Clove

Clove

A sweet, deep aroma. It tightens the savory notes of the meat.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon

A sweet, warm aroma. It pairs beautifully with milk tea.

Fennel

Fennel

A sweet, cool aroma. In India, it is customary to chew it after meals.

Bay Leaf

Bay Leaf

A sweet, clean aroma. It sets the background for simmered dishes.

Paprika

Paprika

A mellow, sweet aroma and a deep red color. It has almost no heat.

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

A sharp, tingling bite with a nutty, roasted aroma.

Red Pepper

Red Pepper

A straightforward heat. It can be added level by level.

There is more on the shelves

Garam Masala / Allspice (Hyakumikosho) / Ginger (Shoga) / Galangal (Ryokyo) / Garlic (Ninniku) / Orange Peel (Chimpi) / Mint (Hakka) / Siberian Ginseng (Gokashin) / Fenugreek (Koroha) / Rosemary (Meitetsuko) / Sweet Basil / Nutmeg / Thyme / Oregano / Takayama sansho / Takayama shichimi

Front of the store. A plain wood counter, vertical wooden lattices, and ink paintings of samurai on the wall

Front

In the front, Samurai.

A plain wood counter, vertical wooden lattices, and washi paper lights. Ink paintings of samurai line the walls.

Back of the store. Red box seats, a richly colored ceiling painting, and wall scenery that changes with the seasons

Back

In the back, Seasons.

Beyond the door lies a richly colored ceiling painting and red seating. The scenery on the walls shifts with the seasons.

Ink paintings of samurai displayed on the wall

The spices are blended by
a pharmacist.

The blends are crafted by a pharmacist, Dr. Mushika. In a traditional townhouse in Tenman-machi, Takayama, Japanese tranquility and the colors of spices coexist.

Tea & Coffee

Tea and Coffee

Both are served under official licenses.

RONNEFELDT

Ronnefeldt Tea

A historic German tea brand chosen by five-star hotels. We offer a selection ranging from black tea to herbal tea. From 680 yen per cup.

DOUWE EGBERTS

Douwe Egberts Coffee

A Dutch coffee brand with 270 years of history. Enjoy a cup for 680 yen.

Tea

680 yen

Tropical Orange / Le Coeur Darjeeling / Darjeeling Summer Gold / Spring Darjeeling / Rose Garden Nostalgia / A Moment in the Strawberry Field / Assam Bari / English Breakfast / St. James / Special Earl Grey / Decaf Ceylon / Wild Cherries / Mango Sunshine

Coffee

680 yen

Douwe Egberts coffee.
A Dutch brand with 270 years of history.

Spice Tea

720 yen

Ayurveda Awakening / Chamomile Lullaby / Peppermint Field Breeze / Arrival of the Morning Sun / Nap Time Relax / Gift from the Forest / Rosehip Vitamin Special / Fitness Whisper / Indian Masala Chai / Berry Jewel Box / Vital Healing

Others

680 yen~

Takayama Craft Cola 900 yen
Ultimate Milk Tea 1,100 yen
Lassi 680 yen

Access

Store Information

Store Name
Curry & Tea Natural Trip
Address
6-1-4 Tenman-machi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0025, Japan
Hours
Please call to confirm
Seating Capacity
50 seats
Parking
There is a paid parking lot next door
Payment
Cash and various credit cards

Before Your Visit

  • You can consult with us at the counter regarding spice combinations.
  • We can accommodate vegetarians. Please call us to discuss before your visit.
  • Our standard curry base uses Hida beef bones and beef tendon.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the spices?

We offer 22 numbered blends tailored to the seasons. Please order by number, or consult us at the counter about your preferences.

Can I eat it even if I don't like spicy food?

The base curry is finished mildly with Hida beef bone soup, making it suitable even for children. Spiciness and sweetness can be adjusted level by level.

What is Spice+ (Extra Spices)?

These are spices layered onto the base curry. You can choose from 4 levels: Chakra 200 yen, Kakusei 400 yen, Nehan 600 yen, and Natural Trip 1,000 yen.

What kind of meat is used in the curry?

We use soup extracted from Hida beef bones and aged Hida beef tendon. For toppings, we offer Okumino jidori karaage and Hida pork tonkatsu.

What is used in the curry roux?

We use no water. It is crafted using soup simmered exclusively from Hida beef bones by Hida Beef Bone Takayama Ramen MATSURI, and aged beef tendon dry-aged at Aged Hida Beef Yakiniku GYU-SUKE.

What kind of tea and coffee do you use?

We serve Ronnefeldt tea and Douwe Egberts coffee, both under official licenses.

Can vegetarians eat here?

We can accommodate vegetarians. Since our standard curry base uses Hida beef bones and beef tendon, please call us to discuss before your visit.

Is there parking available?

There is a paid parking lot next to the restaurant.

Can I use a credit card?

In addition to cash, various credit cards are accepted.

Can I visit just for tea?

Yes, we offer Ronnefeldt tea (Tea 680 yen, Spice Tea 720 yen) and Douwe Egberts coffee (680 yen), as well as Takayama Craft Cola and Ultimate Milk Tea.