Discover a unique roadside restaurant in Kimitsu, Chiba, run by licensed hunters. Ryoshi Kobo Drive-In offers an unusual all-you-can-eat wild game buffet featuring venison, boar, and even bear!

Travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path culinary experience should head to Ryoshi Kobo Drive-In in Kimitsu, Chiba. This roadside stop, managed by licensed hunters, offers a wild game buffet for 3,000 yen (US$18.98). It's a rare opportunity to sample venison, boar, and other game meats in various dishes.

The buffet includes unique offerings like wild game pizza, croquettes, and oden hotpot. One standout dish is the Kerala curry made with bear meat, offering a bistro-like flavor. The store also sells wild game meat, addressing local safety concerns related to hazardous or pest-like animals.

Located in the Boso Peninsula's forest and mountains, near Katakura Dam and Fureai Park Kimitsu, the Hunter Works Drive-In provides a memorable and affordable dining experience. It's open daily except Wednesdays, with the buffet available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.