Locals swear by this high-volume institution on the ground floor of Toyama Station. The staple is shiroebi ten-don (white-shrimp tempura over rice; ¥1200). Order from the ticket-vending machine inside the restaurant; a server will be happy to help if you need it.
Shiroebi-tei
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