Question 1

Where is Takao Shokudo?

Accepted Answer

Takao Shokudo is in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan. You can see its exact position from the map coordinates and the Street View link.

Question 2

Which scene of Food for the Soul does Takao Shokudo appear in?

Accepted Answer

Takao Shokudo appears in EP1 of Food for the Soul.

Question 3

Can I visit Takao Shokudo?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Takao Shokudo is a real place you can visit. Check what it looks like on Street View before you go.

Question 4

Where was Food for the Soul filmed?

Accepted Answer

Anime and manga are not filmed the way live action is. Their backgrounds are painted from photographs of real locations, and Takao Shokudo is one of those real places (EP1).