Mid-September, when the first hints of fall begin to mingle with the crystal-clear sky. During this time of year, when you can truly feel the changing seasons, our restaurant invites you to enjoy an exhilarating pairing experience that harmonizes fine drinks with exquisite cuisine. Why not embark on a journey to discover your own personal culinary delight in the privacy of a private dining room?
The Depth of Shochu Highballs: Bringing Out the Unique Character of the Ingredients
At our shop, we place great importance on pairings that bring out the true aroma and flavor of each shochu brand by mixing it with soda. For example, the “Sakura Shiraha” sweet potato shochu “Sakura Shiranami Highball”—made by mixing “≪Imo≫ Sakura Shiranami” with soda—offers a light mouthfeel with a rich, lingering sweet potato finish, creating a perfect balance with the texture of our rich and succulent “Fried Chicken Gizzards with Silver Skin.” Additionally, the “≪Mugi≫ Chill Highball,” made with barley shochu, is—as its name suggests—a drink perfect for relaxing moments. Its toasty barley flavor complements the juiciness of the “Young Chicken Tatsuta-age,” whose umami deepens with each bite, while leaving your palate feeling refreshed. Spending time in the quiet setting of a private room, carefully savoring the distinct character of each liquor and experiencing the synergy with the food is truly a refined adult pleasure.
A Harmony of Textures and Aromas: Discoveries Through Creative Small Plates
The small dish served with your first drink plays a crucial role in setting the tone for the pairing. For example, “edamame”—simple yet highlighting the natural sweetness of the beans—pairs perfectly with the crisp “Midori Gin Soda.” The refreshing aroma of the botanicals complements the beans’ rustic flavor and pleasantly stimulates your appetite. Also, try pairing “deep-fried konjac” — which offers a delightfully unique texture — with a rich “Oolong High.” The interplay between the toasty aroma of the freshly fried konjac and the astringency of the tea makes each subsequent bite taste even more vivid. Simply arranging these small dishes on the table adds a burst of color to the table and is sure to spark conversation. In the calm setting of a private room, savor the unique character of each ingredient as you discover your own perfect pairings.
A Quiet Dialogue Between Sake and Warm Dishes, Deepened in a Private Room
On a quiet evening, the pairing of sake and warm dishes is truly heartwarming. Our “Ichinokura Honjozo Karakuchi” is characterized by its crisp, clean finish, which gently envelops the deep umami of our warm “Today’s Fish Bone Soup.” The combination of this fish-based broth and sake, with its distinct rice flavor, brings a sense of comfort that warms you right to your core. Additionally, pairing the aromatic “Grilled Tochio-age” with the richly fragrant “Ugo no Tsuki Junmai Ginjo” allows the sweetness of the soybeans and the sake’s floral aroma to blend seamlessly on the palate. Spending time in the privacy of a private room, focusing on the sake and cuisine while leaving the hustle and bustle of the outside world behind, is sure to help you forget the busyness of daily life. Please take your time to explore the harmony between the delicate flavors woven from seasonal ingredients and these renowned sakes.