Yokohama Soup Curry Shinpee

In this season of continuing cold days, a hot and spicy soup curry with plenty of vegetables is very appealing. Yokohama Soup Curry Shinpee in Tsurugamine is a restaurant where you can enjoy additive-free soup curry made with over 20 types of spices along with carefully selected ingredients.

The owner, Shinpee Ishiyama, is originally from Tomakomai, Hokkaido, and came to Tokyo for university. After graduating, he first worked at a company, but inspired by his grandmother, who had managed several restaurants in Hokkaido, he decided to pursue a career in the food industry. He first trained at an Italian restaurant, but eventually wanted to open a more specialized establishment. After further training at a soup curry shop in Yokohama, he became independent in 2014.

The standard menu features over 10 types of soup curry, made with vegetables sourced primarily from Hokkaido. Customers can also choose curry of the month or other limited curries made with seasonal ingredients. The rice is selected to complement the soup curry, using a variety that is firm and has little stickiness.

The most popular dish, the Chicken and Vegetable Soup Curry (¥1650), features a chicken leg served with 8 types of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and broccoli, as well as an egg, making it a hearty meal. You can choose the level of spiciness from five options, but the medium spice level is recommended to enjoy the balance between the sweetness of the vegetables and the richness of the spices. All curries are also available for takeout (container fee of +¥50). As you savor the robust soup, you’ll gradually notice yourself sweating. It’s the perfect dish to increase your vegetable intake and warm up your body, so be sure to give it a try.