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Officially named <Akamutsu>. Known as <Nodoguro> in the Niigata and Hokuriku regions due to its black throat, this is a high-end fish. Enjoy its rich flavor, often referred to as the fatty white meat, grilled over charcoal. Please refer to the recommended menu.

The beautiful transparent flesh is a testament to its freshness. We offer seasonal squid: spring/spear squid, summer and autumn/true squid, and winter/red squid. The luxurious dancing squid, which has all the flavors, sweetness, and a crunchy texture, is valuable because it is still alive. Please give it a try. See recommended menu.

The fish from Sado is delicious. Sado Island is the largest remote island in Japan, located in the middle of the Sea of Japan. The waters off Sado are known for a diverse range of seafood due to the intersection of the Tsushima Warm Current flowing from the south and the Liman Cold Current coming from the north, making it one of the best fishing grounds in Japan. Fresh selections are delivered directly from the waters off Sado and Niigata every day. Enjoy the fresh seafood like at a market. Please refer to the recommended menu.

Sado Kanburi that should be eaten in winter. It migrates south in the Japan Sea around November when the water temperature drops below 15 degrees. The genuine Sado Kanburi is caught in the Sado fixed nets from December to February, and it is a top-quality fish that is plump and rich in fat. Please enjoy it as sashimi or shabu-shabu. See recommended menu.

Fresh seafood crafted by artisans. Using representative seafood from Niigata and Sado such as <black throat sea perch, sweet shrimp, white fish> and selected fresh seafood from across the country like <domestic sea urchin, tiger shrimp>, we invite you to enjoy our sushi made with carefully selected ingredients including premium Koshihikari rice from Sado in Niigata and Tamamo salt from the Sasagawa River.

Utilizing the natural cold heat (temperature 5°C, humidity 70 percent) of a snow storage facility made from approximately 700 tons of snow, which is said to prevent various stresses and deterioration, the brown rice is stored as is and moved to a cold storage facility at minus 2°C for two weeks before shipping. This process is believed to enhance the flavor and sweetness of the rice, resulting in rice that retains moisture even when cooled.

The water used to cook rice is the underground water from the Jorogawa River, which is also the preparation water of Kirinzan. It is soft water with low mineral content, free of any peculiar taste, and cooks rice to be fragrant and moist.

Salted Salmon / Ikura / Nanko Plum / Mustard Eggplant with Sado Mozuku and Seaweed Tsukudani / Fresh Furikake

Two servings 2123 yen, three servings 3157 yen, four servings 4191 yen, five servings 5225 yen

We source from producers certified as 'Niigata Wagyu Breeder Masters.' This title is awarded to individuals who have shipped carcasses with a grade of 4 or higher for over 70 percent of their shipments in the past two years, and who have received excellent awards at national or prefectural competitions in the last five years. The photo is for illustration purposes.

When it comes to katsu don in Niigata Prefecture, it is not made with egg or sauce, but seasoned with a soy sauce base that includes dashi, mirin, and sugar. The unique sweet and spicy flavor enhances the katsu, making it also a great appetizer.

A traditional dish from Niigata. There are various seasonings depending on the region within Niigata Prefecture, featuring ingredients such as taro, carrots, burdock, shiitake mushrooms, ginkgo nuts, and salmon, all simmered in bonito broth, making it a classic New Year's dish. It is said to be called 'noppe' because of the thick texture of the taro.

Refer to recommended menu

The Tochio specialty Jumbo Fried Tofu from Niigata Prefecture is about three times the size of a regular one, measuring 20cm in height, 8cm in width, and 3cm in thickness, making it look like thick fried tofu. Our restaurant uses Jumbo Fried Tofu from Sato Tofu Shop. 858 yen for Green Onion Miso Grilled, 935 yen for Natto Stuffed Grilled.

Niigata Country Miso / Soybean Paste / Mayonnaise

5 pieces 1100 yen, 8 pieces 1760 yen, 12 pieces 2640 yen