This is a popular free-range chicken restaurant that attracts many visitors from all over the country, despite being located deep in the mountains.The dining style revolves around a sunken hearth, where the chicken is grilled slowly over charcoal, filling the air with a tantalizing smoky aroma that instantly whets your appetite.Here’s what I ordered:- Satsuma Jidori (Free-range Chicken)- Sanroku Sauce Grilled Chicken- Bonjiri (Chicken Tail) Grilled- Salt Grilled Heart- Grilled Liver- Sauce Grilled Skin- Grilled Gizzard- Salt Grilled NeckLet’s start with the Satsuma Jidori.With each bite, a robust umami flavor bursts forth, and the unique chewy texture of the free-range chicken is simply irresistible.The smoky aroma from the charcoal enhances the dish, and the simple seasoning allows the quality of the ingredients to shine through.The Sanroku Sauce Grilled Chicken features a perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce that makes you crave rice with its rich flavor.The combination of the smoky scent and the depth of the sauce makes it impossible to put down your chopsticks after just one bite.The Bonjiri is rich in sweet fat that fills your mouth, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture.The Salt Grilled Heart has no unpleasant odor, and you can enjoy its crunchy texture along with a light umami flavor.The Grilled Liver is a standout dish that showcases freshness, with a moist and smooth mouthfeel.It has minimal liver-specific aftertaste, allowing you to fully appreciate its rich umami flavor.The Sauce Grilled Skin is perfectly charred on the outside, with a delightful chewy texture that pairs excellently with the sweetness of the sauce.The Grilled Gizzard has a satisfying crunch, and the more you chew, the more flavor is released.The Salt Grilled Neck has just the right amount of fat and elasticity, making it juicy yet refreshing on the palate.Each part of the chicken reflects its high freshness, and I thoroughly enjoyed the unique smokiness that comes from charcoal grilling.It’s no surprise that this place is popular; I highly recommend visiting if you want to experience free-range chicken in Kumamoto.