Ebisu Tai Niigata Ekimae

Officially named <Akamutsu>. Known as <Nodoguro> in the Niigata and Hokuriku regions due to the black color at the back of its throat, this is a high-end fish. Enjoy its rich flavor, which is often referred to as white fish toro, 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 north from the south and the Liman Cold Current flowing south 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 cold yellowtail that should be eaten in winter. It migrates south in the Sea of Japan around November when the water temperature drops below 15 degrees. The genuine Sado cold yellowtail is caught in the fixed nets of Sado 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. Refer to the recommended menu.

Queen of the Sea of Japan. Delicate and sweet umami flavor. If king crab is the king of crabs, then snow crab is the queen. You can feel the delicacy and gentleness like a woman, along with the sweetness, within the refined and high-quality umami flavor. Please refer to the recommended menu.

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

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 an ice temperature storage facility at minus 2°C for 2 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 of the Jorogawa River, which is also the preparation water of Kirinzan. It is soft water with low mineral content, has no peculiar taste, and cooks rice to be fragrant and moist.

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

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 more than 70 percent of the time over the past two years, and who have received awards of excellence or higher 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 the egg-based or sauce-based version, but rather a soy sauce-based katsu don seasoned with a soy sauce tare that includes dashi, mirin, and sugar. The unique sweet and savory flavor enhances the katsu, making it a great accompaniment.

A traditional dish from Niigata. There are various seasonings depending on the region within Niigata Prefecture, and it is a classic New Year's dish made by simmering taro, carrots, burdock, shiitake mushrooms, ginkgo nuts, and salmon in bonito broth. 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 20 cm in height, 8 cm in width, and 3 cm in thickness, making it look like thick fried tofu. Our shop uses Sato Tofu Shop. Jumbo Fried Tofu 858 yen, Natto Grilled with Filling 935 yen, Green Onion Miso Grilled with Filling 935 yen.

Niigata Country Miso / Soy Sauce Beans / Mayonnaise

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