# Hwajeong Station sushi restaurant with three rice principles: Min Cook - By Uyeon (https://superchart.com/en/@at-first-taste/) - Written Sep 16, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Goyang, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This post was written as part of a store-visit sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@at-first-taste/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@at-first-taste/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/index.md) ## In short Min Cook Dasima is a Japanese restaurant in Hwajeong, Goyang, a 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Hwajeong Station, and was named a Hundred-Year Store and a Goyang tourism restaurant in 2024. The 25,000-won sushi set ordered at lunch brought two pieces of flounder and two of salmon along with futomaki, braised eel, chawanmushi, tempura, porridge, salad and soup, all built on Min Cook Dasima's 'three rice principles' of rice milled within 5 days and Jeju Samdasu water. The rice and fish worked well together, making Min Cook Dasima a good pick when you want to try several Japanese dishes in one sitting. ## Good to know - **Ordered**: Sushi set meal, 25,000 won *as written by the visitor on Sep 16, 2026* ![Sushi set meal spread at Min Cook Dasima near Hwajeong Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-01-o7iac-1200.webp) I was looking for somewhere clean and pleasant for lunch near Hwajeong Station, and ended up at Min Cook Dasima, a well-known restaurant near the station. ![Exterior of Min Cook Dasima near Hwajeong Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-02-h2y0l-900.webp) ![Entrance signage at Min Cook Dasima](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-03-1v2fe-900.webp) I'd heard it was also known as a Goyang tourism restaurant, so I was curious — and visiting in person, I was impressed not just by the food but by how much care went into the principles around rice and even how the whole place is run. ## What kind of restaurant is Min Cook Dasima? Min Cook Dasima is a Japanese restaurant that first opened in Eungam-dong in 2001 before relocating to Hwajeong-dong, Goyang in 2002. Looking at the history posted on the wall, it expanded to a second floor in 2011 and changed to its current name, Min Cook Dasima, in 2015. ![History of Min Cook Dasima displayed on the wall](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-04-q7f4y-900.webp) The owner was certified as a World New Intellectual in 2018, received a Japanese cuisine master plaque from the Korea Culture and Arts Masters Association in 2021, and the restaurant was selected as a Hundred-Year Store in 2024. ![Hundred-Year Store and master craftsman certification posted in the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-05-12wys-900.webp) It's also a Goyang tourism restaurant (No. 23-005) certified by the Goyang Tourism Association and the Korea Food Service Industry Association, and a registered tourism restaurant with the Gyeonggi-do Tourism Association — you can really feel it's a Japanese restaurant with a long history. ## Inside Min Cook Dasima and how to order Stepping inside Min Cook Dasima, the space was bigger and cleaner than I expected. Every table had an outlet, which was handy for charging my phone. ![Spacious, clean interior seating at Min Cook Dasima](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-06-1oavl-900.webp) ![Tablet and QR code ordering setup on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-07-17bop-900.webp) Each table has a QR code and a tablet, so you can check the menu yourself and order comfortably. I liked being able to sit down and order quickly right away. ## Min Cook Dasima's 'three rice principles' What caught my eye was the 'three rice principles' posted outside the restaurant. ![Sign explaining Min Cook Dasima's three rice principles](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-08-1qg5d-900.webp) They use rice milled within 5 days, Jeju Samdasu mineral water for cooking the rice, and store the rice in a dedicated rice cellar refrigerator. The rice itself comes from the Ilsan Rice Farming Association, a company that has farmed in the Ilsan area for three generations — it was impressive to see local produce being used. ![Sign noting sushi rice is made for only 100 servings a day](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-09-1dpub-900.webp) Another line that caught my attention: "We make sushi rice for only 100 servings a day." Since rice makes up such a big part of sushi, it was interesting to see them show exactly what rice they use and how they manage it. ## What comes with the 25,000-won sushi set What I ordered that day was the sushi set meal for 25,000 won. ![Full spread of the 25,000-won sushi set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-10-m51j1-900.webp) Being a lunch special, it came out as a whole table full of different dishes — it felt generous right from the start. The sushi included 2 pieces of flounder, shime saba (vinegar-cured mackerel), tuna, swordfish, 2 pieces of salmon, and soy-marinated shrimp. ![Sushi plate with flounder and salmon pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-11-ys9jl-900.webp) ![Close-up of shime saba and tuna sushi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-12-124ou-900.webp) Having 2 pieces each of flounder and salmon meant I could enjoy my favorites at a relaxed pace. The sushi rice had a soft, chewy texture, and the harmony between the aged fish and the rice was outstanding. Sometimes you're left with rice while the fish is gone, but here — the rice and fish disappeared together. The shime saba had a subtle vinegar tang, and the tuna was so soft it melted in my mouth. ![A single piece of tuna sushi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-13-19e7i-900.webp) ![Soy-marinated shrimp sushi and salmon sushi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-14-k2q5m-900.webp) The salmon had its signature rich, soft flavor, and the soy-marinated shrimp had a savory saltiness — together they let me enjoy a nice variety of sushi types. ### From futomaki to chawanmushi: the full spread The hefty futomaki (thick seaweed rice roll) that came with the sushi was packed with fillings, making for a satisfying bite. The menu variety was impressive too. ![Futomaki and side dishes on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-15-1fv2d-900.webp) ![Braised eel, salad and soup laid out on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-16-sdjwy-900.webp) - Starting the meal with soft porridge, - sweet and salty braised eel, - a refreshing salad, - and warm soup were all served together. The chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) had the soft texture of egg with a subtle shrimp flavor from the dashi broth, almost like pudding. The tempura had crispy batter, giving a different texture to enjoy alongside the sushi. ![Chawanmushi and tempura on a plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-17-1u992-900.webp) The advantage of the sushi set is being able to enjoy a variety of Japanese dishes all at once, rather than just one thing. ![Full spread of the sushi set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-18-1vo6c-900.webp) ![Picking up a piece of sushi with chopsticks](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-19-46wxt-899.webp) ![Close-up of side dishes from the sushi set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-20-vvdnl-900.webp) ![Vertical shot of the lunch spread at Min Cook Dasima](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-21-bamiu-900.webp) ## Is Min Cook Dasima worth it for lunch near Hwajeong Station? Overall, Min Cook Dasima was a great fit for when you want to enjoy a variety of Japanese dishes in one meal. The sushi set came with sushi, futomaki, braised eel, chawanmushi, tempura, salad, porridge and soup — plenty to make for a hearty, satisfying meal. ![Interior view of Min Cook Dasima](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-22-4kxa3-900.webp) Being close to Hwajeong Station, I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a good lunch spot near the station — whether for a date, eating alone, drinking alone, a family meal, a gathering, or anyone who wants to enjoy several dishes at once. ![Entrance and signboard of Min Cook Dasima](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-23-3zn5k-900.webp) ![Exterior of the Min Cook Dasima building](https://img.superchart.com/images/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles-24-13pez-900.webp) *?* ## Min Cook Dasima location, hours and parking - Address: 37 Hwasin-ro 260beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 3-minute walk from Hwajeong Station Exit 1 - Hours: Mon–Sun 11:00–21:00 - Break time 15:00–16:50 - Last order 14:30 / 20:30 - Closed on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month - Parking: 1 hour free at Hwajeong E-mart ## Where it is - Min Cook Dasima (화정맛집민쿡다시마) - 37 Hwasin-ro 260beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 고양시 덕양구 화신로260번길 37 - 37.6325316, 126.832759 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%99%94%EC%A0%95%EB%A7%9B%EC%A7%91%EB%AF%BC%EC%BF%A1%EB%8B%A4%EC%8B%9C%EB%A7%88/@37.6325316,126.832759,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@at-first-taste/hwajeong-station-sushi-rice-principles/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt