A health-conscious café in Komazawa Park with the theme of “beauty and health start with food.”
Mr. FARMER is a popular restaurant with a menu that focuses on fresh vegetables purchased from farmers and with no chemical seasonings, which has seven stores around Tokyo area.
Signature Pizza “KAMAKURA”
Earl Grey Tea Lemonade
The dishes inspired by the West Coast of the US are also available, such as the power protein menu for athletes, gluten-free, and vegan dishes with organic vegetables.
This restaurant also holds various events.
The store also holds regular farmer’s market events, selling “Setagaya-sodachi” (meaning made in Setagaya) vegetables produced by local farmers and seasonal vegetables from all over Japan in front of the store’s terrace, food education events for parents and children, wine and sake pairing events, handmade treats for dogs, and social events for owners.
It is a health-conscious café that also serves as a base for communication among the local community.
The restaurant is located in a house that makes the most of its location in Komazawa Olympic Park, and is filled with greenery, making it feel as if you are in a forest. The restaurant has a woody and natural atmosphere, and is perfect for families, parties, and dates.
Mr. FARMER Komazawa Olympic Park
Mr. FARMER is known for its wide variety of salads and other “Instagramable” dishes. If you can’t decide what to eat because everything looks so good, I recommend the vegan menu where you can taste all the fresh vegetables. This is the “Pasta with Avocado and Quinoa in Almond Milk Sauce,” which uses plenty of high-quality avocado.
SPAGHETTINI ALMOND MILK SAUCE with avocado & quinoa 1,390 yen
The cream sauce with Genovese and avocado goes well with the pasta and the taste is excellent.
Superfood x Vegan Pasta
Avocados are often avoided in restaurants because they tend to get damaged or change color easily, therefore, using them as the main ingredient is a sign of confidence.
Also, pastas in this store have a taste that will impress even non-vegetarians, how delicious vegan food can be. The combination of superfoods is also very skillful, and the soft texture of the roasted quinoa and avocado is enjoyable.
This is the “Vegan Burger with Avocado and Teriyaki Sauce.”
VEGAN BURGER, AVOCADO & TERIYAKI SAUCE 1,690 yen
The patties are filled with soy meat and vegetables such as burdock root, tomato, avocado, and raw vegetables. The teriyaki sauce with red wine and vegan mustard mayonnaise gives the impression of a higher grade adult teriyaki burger. It is a volumfull burger and highly recommended.
Enjoy fresh farm vegetables in a woody restaurant that blends in with the natural atmosphere of the park.
Mr. FARMER’s healthy, beauty, and health-conscious menu has a comfortable balance of vegan, non-vegan, and gluten-free dishes that are not too stoic, so that everyone can enjoy it on the same table!
Vegan Turnip Soup
Speaking of Mr. FARMER, they have a famous “photogenic Water Bar,” a glass water server filled with water and sliced fruits and vegetables. The water looks clear, but when you drink it, the aroma of mint and grapefruit spreads refreshingly in your mouth, making you feel like you could drink as many glasses as you want. It is nice to have such a service where you can enjoy both the appearance and the taste.
Water Bar
Mr. FARMER changes its opening hours and menu depending on the store. Because of its location in Komazawa Olympic Park, Mr. FARMER offers breakfast, a healthy menu for families and athletes, and a vegan menu.
The restaurant can be used for a variety of occasions, such as a break after training or while walking the dog. On a sunny day, you can also take out and eat in the park.
Supervisor / Recommender
- Halal Supervisor and Foreigner Food Coordinator (Cooking, Consulting, Public Relations)
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I currently work as an editor, but my previous job was as a chef, with many years of experience working in hospitals, restaurants, and the food service industry. Looking back, I think my connection to halal may have already been there.
Decades ago, I once worked in a cafeteria at an auction venue. Over 60% of the visitors were foreigners. Many Muslims were present, and the venue had a mosque-like prayer space. I remember being frequently asked questions about whether the meat was halal and what kind of meat it was. At certain times, the cafeteria would become as lively as a festival. The Indian restaurant next door would generously serve free biryani, curry, and sweet drinks to everyone who came. Over 100 people, including people wearing bright red turbans, galabeyas, and traditional attire, gathered in the cafeteria, all sitting around the same table and enjoying a truly enjoyable time. Looking back, it was iftar, the end of fasting, and I understand the significance of sharing, but at the time I was ignorant of halal and Islam, and didn't even consider how to respond. They only ate the curry made by the Indians in the restaurant. As I studied halal, I realized, "I wanted to eat Japanese food, but I couldn't." I regret not doing anything even though there was something I could have done.
If only it didn't contain pork! If only it didn't contain wheat or buckwheat! I could eat it... Food insecurity is different for each person.
That's why I think it's important to learn about the differences in culture, religion, and lifestyle that underlie it, and to create an environment where everyone can enjoy delicious meals in comfort.
The desire for delicious, safe, and secure food is universal. The times are calling for people to live in new ways that transcend borders and religions. I hope that halal can be a gateway to eliminating food insecurity, contributing even in some small way to a society where people can coexist and prosper with more liberal thinking, and to global harmony beyond.
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