kamakura-kaisen-umi

Wakamiyama Oji Gozen is a dish inspired by kaiseki cuisine. Kaiseki is a term derived from Zen. It refers to the practice of Zen monks who, during their training, would warm stones in their bosom to endure the cold and hunger. 'Kaiseki cuisine' refers to a light meal to stave off hunger. This Wakamiyama Oji Gozen features 20 types of seasonal ingredients, prepared with care to highlight the natural flavors, ensuring that customers can enjoy the dishes at their best.

This is a meal set that enjoys the seasonal delicacies of the local Miura Peninsula, inspired by the connection between Minamoto no Yoritomo and Hojo Masako. The dishes are influenced by kaiseki cuisine. Kaiseki is a term derived from Zen, referring to the practice of Zen monks who would warm stones in their robes to endure the cold and hunger. Therefore, 'kaiseki cuisine' refers to a light meal to stave off hunger. The 'koicha' served at tea ceremonies can be quite stimulating and burdensome on an empty stomach. For this reason, the food served at tea ceremonies is originally a simple meal meant to enhance the enjoyment of tea. This meal set is prepared with care to highlight the flavors of seasonal ingredients, allowing guests to savor the dishes at their best.

The Three Types of Feast refers to the three types of offerings presented to the ancestral deity Amaterasu during the Daijosai (the Emperor's enthronement ceremony), which the Emperor partakes in to embody the divine spirit of the ancestors. At Aoi Umi, we have created a feast that represents the blessings of the sea in three types.

A comparison of premium red meat bluefin tuna from Ireland and Misaki tuna. A kaiseki cuisine using seasonal ingredients that brings out the flavors of the materials. Please enjoy this heartfelt gozen full of seasonal feelings.

Please enjoy a comparison of natural bluefin tuna and Misaki tuna with marinated egg yolk, seaweed, sesame, radish sprouts, green onions, and pickled daikon, according to your preference. This is the most popular menu item at Aoi Umi.

Natural bluefin tuna medium fatty and lean, Shonan shirasu. Carefully pounded each time, rich in medium fatty tuna. A luxurious seafood dish to savor the melting flavor and freshness.

A dish featuring a combination of natural bluefin tuna and Shonan shirasu, showcasing the richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture of the fatty tuna, harmoniously balanced with the subtle saltiness of the shirasu. Recommended for those who love fatty tuna.

Recommended for those who want to enjoy only natural bluefin tuna. Please enjoy the exquisite melt-in-your-mouth texture of the medium fatty tuna and the red meat, which is said to be the finest quality.

A luxurious dish that allows you to fully enjoy the blessings of the sea with a two-type serving of Misaki tuna and Shonan shirasu, perfect for those who want to enjoy not only the real tuna but also the shirasu, beautifully presented.

A special dish marinated with Misaki tuna in a special sauce from Aoi Sea. Fresh tuna is soaked in the sauce, concentrating its umami. The moment it enters your mouth, it melts with a rich flavor that pairs perfectly with the marinated egg yolk.

We offer freshly made tataki of red meat from Misaki tuna and rich tataki each time, characterized by its abundant fat and deep flavor. Please enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture.

[Limited to ten servings per day] A dish that is visually stunning and expands the joy of eating, featuring a rich layer of red meat and medium fatty tuna from Misaki tuna and Shonan shirasu. Perfect for those who want to enjoy a new culinary experience.

Limited to ten servings per day, this luxurious dish features plenty of shirasu. The delicate sweetness and fluffy texture of the shirasu harmonize perfectly with freshly cooked rice. Enjoy it alongside small bowls made with seasonal ingredients, emphasizing the natural flavors of the ingredients.

[Seasonal Limited] A dish from the Edo period that utilizes the wisdom of the common people by making use of parts of tuna that were discarded, the Edo Negima Nabe. A hot pot of tuna and grilled green onions simmered in Aomi's special soy sauce. The exquisite combination of sweetened green onions and tuna enhanced by grilling.

Appetizer Four Seasonal Small Dishes Sashimi Natural Bluefin Tuna and Other Seafood Delicacies Tuna Steak Fried Dish Shrimp Shinjo Hot Pot Edo Negima Hot Pot Rice Shonan Shirasu Rice Bowl Japanese Sweets

Various types of shirasu, chutoro, and maguro tataki

Water dumpling, warabi mochi, matcha roll cake