Moana Makai Sangosho: Shichirigahama's Tropical-Resort Curry Restaurant

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Driving along Route 134 through Shichirigahama, you'll pass one stylish ocean-view restaurant after another. Among them, one Hawaiian-style building stands out immediately — "Moana Makai Sangosho," which I visited this time. Sangosho has two locations: the original near Kamakura Station, and this Moana Makai branch near Shichirigahama Station, which is the one I went to. Its signature dish is a rich curry loaded with dairy. From the moment I arrived until I left, the whole visit felt like a small trip to the tropics.

An Exterior Straight Out of a Tropical Resort

A white stone staircase reminiscent of Ryukyu limestone immediately sets the tropical mood.

The building makes clever use of the sloped site, built on two levels: the ground floor is a pilotis-style parking area, and up the stairs on the second level is the seating and entrance. The sturdy white stone staircase at the center, with a texture reminiscent of Okinawa's Ryukyu limestone, builds a real sense of anticipation, as if you're heading off to a tropical resort. The large gabled roof, covered in brown tile, adds to the cottage-like exterior too.

At the top of the stairs is the entrance. A carved wooden relief sign and a wooden "Sangosho KAMAKURA" plaque set into the stone wall build up the anticipation before you've even stepped inside.

Enoshima Views from the Terrace

View of Enoshima from the terrace seating at Moana Makai Sangosho

Beyond the terrace seating, Route 134, the ocean, and Enoshima all come into view.

The restaurant's real signature is its wooden deck terrace, jutting out toward the sea. From under the parasols, looking out past Route 134 to the ocean, you can spot Enoshima in the distance. On a clear day, dining with the sea breeze would be a real treat.

Outdoor terrace seating at Moana Makai Sangosho

Beside the parking area is an outdoor space furnished with tropical thatch-roofed parasols and a carved wooden totem-pole-like object. Even just this corner, with the ocean visible past the cycad plantings, delivers a genuine taste of resort life.

A Polynesian Mood Inside

Outrigger canoe hanging inside Moana Makai Sangosho

A Polynesian-decorated outrigger canoe hangs from the ceiling.

Stepping inside, I couldn't help looking up — a genuinely convincing outrigger canoe hangs from the high, timber-framed ceiling. It's the kind of traditional boat used across Polynesian and Micronesian cultures, and the fine carving work is easy to make out. Spoon-shaped objects also hang from the ceiling nearby, adding a playful touch.

Carved wooden wall mask at Moana Makai Sangosho

A striking carved wooden mask, its eyes lit with an orange glow.

Flowers on display inside Moana Makai Sangosho

A tropical-feeling display, with fruit and flowers piled onto a seashell ornament.

Along the walls, a wooden mask with a lacquer-black sheen caught me a little off guard, its eyes glowing faintly from within. Nearby, a display sets a seashell ornament at the foot of an oversized monstera, piled with citrus, pineapple, and orchids. It's clear the tropical-resort aesthetic here has been carried all the way through the details.

An open, high-ceilinged floor finished in warm wood tones. I visited on a weekday, but the place was busy with families and groups — clearly a well-loved local favorite.

Trying the Keema Curry

Keema curry, topped generously with cheese and sliced chili peppers.

I ordered the keema curry. The moment it arrived, steam carrying the scent of butter and spices rose gently off the plate. The curry roux was topped with a generous layer of grated cheese, with sliced red chili as an accent. Sangosho's curry is known for using four kinds of dairy — milk, heavy cream, butter, and cheese — and with the first bite, a mellow, rich sweetness followed close behind the aroma of the spices. The crisp shredded cabbage on the side made a nice palate cleanser against the richness. Apparently developed for surfers back when the restaurant opened in 1972, this curry has clearly kept its signature richness ever since — a dish that fully lived up to its reputation. Paired with an ice-cold iced coffee, it made for a perfect combination on a hot day.

Check the official site (Japanese) for the rest of the menu.

Moana Makai Sangosho Basics

Name	Moana Makai Sangosho
Address	1-3-22 Shichirigahama, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Phone	0467-31-5040
Hours	Lunch 11:00 AM–4:00 PM (last order 3:00 PM) / Dinner 5:00–9:00 PM (last order 8:20 PM). *Hours vary slightly by source — please confirm current hours before visiting
Closed	Thursdays (following day if Thursday is a public holiday)
Access	3-minute walk from Enoden Shichirigahama Station
Seating	90 seats (terrace and counter seating available; non-smoking)
Parking	Available
Official Site	Sangosho KAMAKURA \| Moana Makai Sangosho (Japanese)

FAQ

Q. What's the difference between Moana Makai Sangosho and the original Sangosho near Kamakura Station?

A. Both are branches of the same "Sangosho," but Moana Makai Sangosho sits right on the coast near Shichirigahama Station, with terrace seating looking out toward Enoshima. The location and atmosphere differ from the original shop near Kamakura Station.

Q. Is there anything besides curry on the menu?

A. Beyond the classic keema curry, there's a lineup of more than a dozen curry varieties, plus dishes made with fresh seafood sourced from Kotsubo fishing port.

Q. Can you make a reservation?

A. As of this visit, reservations were not available. Parking and wait times can get tight, especially on weekends and during lunch, so it's worth building some extra time into your visit.

Q. How do you get there from Shichirigahama Station?

A. It's about a 3-minute walk from Enoden's Shichirigahama Station. Walk a short way along Route 134 toward the ocean, and the Hawaiian-style building with its white stone staircase comes into view.

Summary

A tropical-resort exterior, a Polynesian-flavored interior, and views of Enoshima from the terrace — Moana Makai Sangosho was a place to enjoy not just for the food, but for the whole experience of getting there. The rich keema curry, unchanged since the restaurant opened in 1972, is well worth trying on a drive through Shichirigahama or a walk around Enoshima.

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