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五円·ご緣
About 4 min walk

五円·ご緣

Five Yen Goen
Japanese Cuisine, Local Eats · 三重區
★ 4.8・2,532 reviews 214 views Open now
B VISITOR RATING
METROBITES VISITOR RATING
Consider it if you are nearby

“The name links five-yen coins with go-en, while fried rice balls and curry sets arrange crispness, rice aroma, sauce, and egg in one meal.”

Rice-centered cooking Fried rice-ball set Curry karaage chicken
This rating asks whether the place is worth fitting into your trip, considering distinctiveness, local significance, Google reviews, and MRT convenience—not taste alone.
WORTH THE STOP?

Is this place worth adding to your MRT itinerary?

It can feel very different if you are already at this stop versus making a special trip here.
★★★☆☆
ALREADY HERE
Already at this stop
Depends on your schedule

If you are already at 三重國小站 · Sanchong Elementary School, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★☆☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to ride over just for it

If you are elsewhere, consider whether it is worth an extra MRT ride just for this place.

WHY VISIT

Why add it to your itinerary?

01
A five-yen coin writes connection into the name

The official name uses the bond between five yen and go-en, also linking the coin's rice stalk to the menu's focus on rice.

02
Fried rice balls make rice the star

The shop identifies quality rice as its core; rice balls and curry sets lead the menu, with sesame, seaweed, and crispness recorded in the article.

03
Curry karaage completes the meal

Rich mildly spicy curry, crisp-tender chicken, soft egg, and rice flow together, while sides and soup complete the portion.

04
High visibility built on more than 2,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 4.8 stars from 2,532 reviews, a direct popularity reference for first-time visitors.

THE STORY

The story behind this place

A bond begun by one five-yen coin

In Japanese, the five-yen coin evokes go-en, or meaningful connection, which the shop placed in its name. The rice stalk on the coin also inspired its rice-centered food, linking fried rice balls and curry sets into a menu meant to connect with guests.

The name draws on the bond between five yen and go-en Rice is the culinary focus
WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

Editors
夜班大叔
Japanese Curry Rice with Karaage Chicken MetroBites visit photo

Japanese Curry Rice with Karaage Chicken

Crisp, juicy karaage becomes rounder when soft egg mixes into mildly spicy curry and rice, making this a good first order.

Fried Rice Balls MetroBites visit photo

Fried Rice Balls

Sesame and seaweed scent the crisp rice exterior. Taste it hot, then pair it with curry or sides for variation.

Mille Crêpe Cake MetroBites visit photo

Mille Crêpe Cake

Firm layers of thin crêpes and cream carry clear vanilla aroma, a steady dessert after curry and fried food.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Choose rice balls or curry as the focus

Choose Fried Rice Balls to highlight rice texture, or Curry Karaage Chicken for sauce and fried chicken; two diners can share both for easy comparison.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Bite the fried rice ball while hot

Taste the rice ball's outer layer first while hot for sesame, seaweed, and crispness; add sides or curry later so sauce does not overwhelm the rice.

FULL VISIT

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Localized full visit

This version localizes the original visit story while preserving the original photo sequence.

✨ AI Quick Take

五円·ご緣 is an understated Japanese eatery where curry rice, karaage, and fried rice balls rely on sound frying, good rice texture, and balanced combinations. It suits a quiet, complete meal.

Uncle's line: The curry, chicken, and rice each hold their ground, which is why the meal stays memorable.
Key note: Near Sanchong Elementary School Station, tucked into lanes off Liuzhang Street and Zhengyi North Road. Phone reservations and walk-ins are used; confirm irregular closing days before visiting.
● Japanese Curry Rice with Karaage Chicken

Rich, mildly spicy curry builds aroma gradually. Karaage is crisp outside and juicy within; mixed with soft egg and rice, it becomes smooth and complete, with sides and kelp soup adding substance.


五円·ご緣 (Five Yen Goen) visit photo
● Fried Rice Balls

Sesame and seaweed perfume the crisp exterior before the rice texture appears. Solid rice makes this simple item satisfying and a useful extension after curry and chicken.


五円·ご緣 (Five Yen Goen) visit photo
Uncle's line: A rice ball needs rice, outer aroma, and a clean finish; miss one and it does not work.
● Mille Crêpe Cake

Distinct crêpe-and-cream layers have a firm bite and clear vanilla. It closes a curry meal without excessive sweetness.


五円·ご緣 (Five Yen Goen) visit photo
● Cold-Brew Black Tea

Light, restrained sweetness keeps the tea aroma clear. It pairs with strongly flavored curry and cleans the palate afterward.

💡 A Small Note on Quality

Allow extra time for karaage or fried rice balls and avoid arriving too late. Seats are limited, so confirm same-day availability.

  • Near Sanchong Elementary School Station, walkable but discreetly placed in a lane.
  • Japanese curry, karaage, and fried rice balls lead a practical, satisfying menu.
  • The comfortable room has few seats and suits quiet dining.
  • Good for nearby residents, metro riders, and a steady Japanese dinner after work.

📌 Editor's Summary

五円·ご緣 gives curry, chicken, and rice careful execution rather than flashy presentation. From mains through dessert and tea, the details make it an easy place to sit quietly for a satisfying Japanese meal.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

Google rating & reviews

4.8
★ 4.8 · 2,532 Google reviews
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STORE INFORMATION

Store information

Address
24146台灣新北市三重區福安里正義北路314巷27號一樓
Opening hours
Monday: 11:00 – 20:00
Tuesday: 11:00 – 20:00
Wednesday: 11:00 – 20:00
Thursday: 11:00 – 20:00
Friday: 11:00 – 20:00
Saturday: 11:00 – 20:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 20:00
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GETTING THERE

From the MRT station to the store

50
三重國小站 · Sanchong Elementary School
About 4 minutes ・about 266 m
Walking About 4 min walk · about 266 m
Distance and time are straight-line estimates. The actual walk may vary because of crossings, underground passages, or footbridges.
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