Shiki no Table

Jibu-ni, a representative local dish of Kanazawa, traces its origins back to the Azuchi-Momoyama period and was developed into its modern form during the Kyoho era of the Edo period by the first generation of Kaga clan's samurai chef, Funaki Den'nai, who added sudare-fu (a type of wheat gluten). The dish features tender duck meat, similar in texture to rare beef steak, combined with sudare-fu, nama-fu (fresh wheat gluten), mushrooms, and green vegetables, served in a broth resembling a Japanese-style sauce, accompanied by wasabi as a condiment, and presented in a special jibu bowl. You can choose between duck or chicken, and also enjoy the new version called 'Apple Jibu-ni,' which includes apples. *The photo shows 'Apple Jibu-ni.'

Duck ... 1,350 yen Chicken ... 1,050 yen

～Unraveling the history of apples (Aful) and snow hanging in Kanazawa's Nagamachi Samurai Residences～ In the late Edo period, a diary titled 'Diary of Attendance and Offerings' written by Ogawa Sennosuke, a close aide to the Kaga clan, mentions 'applying Aful on top of mochi.' 'Aful' refers to Western apples, and this is believed to be the first mention of Western apples in Japan. With the arrival of the Meiji Restoration, former samurai who lost their stipends transitioned to fruit cultivation due to the government's industrial promotion policies, and the areas around Hikosan, Takaoka-cho, Korinbo, Katamachi, and here in Nagamachi, near the current Seirei Hospital, were once apple orchards. A type of Japanese apple known as 'kaido' from the feudal period still remains in the Misono family in Takaoka-cho, and the practice of protecting apple fruits from bird damage with apple hanging from spring to autumn has transformed into the winter tradition of 'snow hanging,' represented by the Karasaki Pine in Kenrokuen. 'Apples' are the king of fruits, and the name of the local Nagamachi, derived from the Kaga Eight Families, was also referred to as 'Naga's apples.' The 'Aful Jibu-ni,' an evolved version of the local Kanazawa dish Jibu-ni, features a perfect balance of meat and the tartness of apples. The taste is astonishing, even surprising the knife-wielding samurai Funaki Den'nai, who created the sudare-fu.

A pizza created by Etsuko Aoki, made with our original specialty dough using the new brand rice from Ishikawa Prefecture, 'Hyakumangoku', which can only be eaten here. Topped with Jibu-ni, a representative local dish of Kanazawa, and apples. The combination of duck or chicken, sudare-fu, and cheese collaborates with the 'Hyakumangoku' rice to create an exquisite flavor. Duck... 600 yen, Chicken... 500 yen

Duck ... 4,150 yen Chicken ... 3,850 yen

Duck ... 2,210 yen Chicken ... 1,910 yen

Duck ... 1,350 yen Chicken ... 1,050 yen

※Some contents may vary depending on the season※ Duck with dessert... 4,100 yen Chicken... 3,800 yen

※Some contents may vary depending on the season※ Duck with dessert ... 4,620 yen Chicken ... 4,320 yen

※ Some contents may vary by season. Duck ... 2,160 yen Chicken ... 1,860 yen

※Some contents may vary depending on the season

Kaga Vegetables Kintoki Greens contain iron and polyphenols, with particular attention on 'GABA'.

Recommended for those who want to enjoy the fresh seafood of the Japan Sea in a hearty way.

Chicken... 1,660 yen Duck... 1,960 yen

We have luxuriously made a bowl with hot domestic beef. Enjoy it with our homemade sauce. Please serve it in a Goshikawan bowl. *This is the original Wajima lacquerware, named after the place. It is served in a bowl made by the late artist Isaburo Sumi, known for Wajima lacquerware.

Wrapped in a chewy rice cake, it is filled with sweetened apple and white bean paste. The refreshing sweet and sour flavor is its charm.

The aroma of bamboo leaves and mugwort. A smooth texture. Health-conscious choice.

A traditional Japanese sweet loved in the castle town since the Edo period.

・Coffee (Hot/Iced) ・Black Tea (Hot/Iced) ・Matcha ・Oolong Tea

Kaga vegetables, Kanazawa cake set of 3 with coffee or tea... 680 yen; Kanazawa cake set of 3... 400 yen; Tea and coffee set... 320 yen (sweet potato and matcha cake, red-skinned sweet chestnut pumpkin and apricot cake, lotus root and black bean cake)

Please choose your favorite cake and drink: Sweet potato, matcha cake; red-skinned sweet chestnut pumpkin, apricot cake; lotus root, black soybean cake.

・Rare Cheesecake ・Baked Cheesecake

(Vanilla/Matcha/Pumpkin)

Special Kanazawa sweets from the samurai's gift

(with Shirakawa mugwort rice cake)

(with items like wheat gluten dumplings)

Kanazawa Cuisine Experience Lesson 'Jibu-ni' Mastery [Schedule (Reservation Required)] Daily 16:00–17:00 (1 hour) [Lesson Menu] Local Cuisine Jibu-ni [Participation Fee (Including Materials)] 2,160 yen (tax included) Make and taste the beloved Jibu-ni from the Edo period, and for an additional 360 yen, rice, soup, and pickles are included. (Recipe by local cuisine researcher Etsuko Aoki) Please experience making local cuisine as a memorable part of your journey. *Anyone can participate from one person *Please make a reservation by phone by the day before. (Phone number: 076-231-2501)

From the sea of Noto and the sea of Kaga, the bountiful blessings of the sea and mountains enrich our lives. In response to the abundance of this blessed land, Aoki Cooking School has built a history of over 50 years, seeking the heart and skills of 'cooking.' Now, let us study together. May your tomorrow become even richer, and may the connections between people spread beautifully!

～First Cooking Experience～◆Beginner Class: Enjoy a fun class with friendly guidance from staff, covering Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine, as well as desserts. Learn everything from how to hold a knife to selecting ingredients. *3 times a month on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd week on various days.～Delicious Recipes～◆Regular Class: Challenge yourself with nutritious recipes centered around delicious classic home cooking. Beauty and health start from within the body. Skills that are immediately useful for improvement. *3 times a month on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th week on various days.～Short Intensive Course～Take 2-3 classes of your choice in one week for a fast-paced learning experience. The first step towards independence for brides, working adults, and students starts with 'cooking'. *6-9 times a month.

～Seasonal Japanese Cuisine～ Master popular Japanese dishes that utilize seasonal ingredients, snacks for sake, home-cooked flavors, and balanced nutrition that never gets boring. *Once a month on the 2nd Friday - European, Chinese, and Ethnic Cuisine - Learn tips to easily make Italian, French, Chinese, Southeast Asian, and other dishes. Create a diverse dining table. *Once a month on the 3rd Friday - Kanazawa Cuisine - Casual home-cooked side dishes using seasonal ingredients, 'Jiwamon Cuisine'. Experience food culture as well. *Once a month on the 4th Friday

～First Sweets Class～ Master the basics of sweets thoroughly with careful and gentle advice. Christmas cakes, Valentine's cakes, etc. *Once a month ~ Junior Cooking ~ Create dishes and sweets with excitement and anticipation. Learn manners and enjoy communication with friends in this fun class. Targeted at elementary and middle school students *Once a month ~ Sunday Cooking ~ Master basic home cooking and popular menu items. Easy to make and very useful for daily meals. Increase your repertoire of cooking. *Once a month

～Special Lesson～・Dining Etiquette Seminar・Fish Filleting Lesson・Christmas and Valentine's Cake Lessons・Kabura Sushi, Umeboshi, Pickling Seminar・Osechi Cuisine Special Course・Kanazawa Market Tasting Tour・Wagashi Making, etc…～Let's Try Cooking～・Home Cooking・Character Bento・Bento for Men・Budget Recipes・Quick and Easy Recipes～Trial Enrollment (2,160 yen)～To fully understand the joy of cooking and the content of the lectures, we offer a 'One-Day Experience Cooking' session. Feel free to come as if you are just visiting. *Reservations are required two days in advance.

～NPO Japan Food Education Instructor～ Certified by the Cabinet Office as a 'person who instructs and is responsible for food education', individuals who can engage in activities and instruction in local governments, educational settings, and homes are certified by the 'NPO Japan Food Education Instructor Association' (Chairman Yukio Hattori). ～Culinary Skills Certification and Teacher Qualification Certification～ A certificate of culinary skills acquisition established by the National Culinary Skills Association. If the required qualifications are met, the certification changes from a skills certification to an education certification. ～Completion Certificate～ A certificate awarded by the school principal after obtaining the required credits for each class. *Certified by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Home Cooking Skills Certification, Hokuriku Region Examination School

～Food Design Studio～ We assist businesses related to food. We coordinate 'food' as a whole with a new sense and the good old sensibility. [Examples of services] - Menu development, brochure production, and cooking classes to promote ingredients and food products. - Cooking features in television, newspapers, and magazines. - Publishing cooperation and photography support related to cooking. - Contest judging and staffing for events.