Wadamaru








Yugyo Wadamaru's menu. From standard dishes to the day's special recommendation 'Kyo ii mon', this is a Japanese izakaya menu centered around fish dishes.
22-18 Maruyamacho, Shibuya
Crab Miso
かにみそ
A rich delicacy made from cooked crab innards (miso). It has a strong umami and a unique oceanic aroma, making it perfect as an accompaniment to sake. Typically savored in small sips.
Tuna Stomach & Intestine Salt Cure
まぐろ酒盗
Salt-cured and aged stomach and intestines of tuna. Extremely salty and umami-rich, it's a dish that, as the name suggests, 'steals sake' (makes you drink a lot). Can be enjoyed as is.
Chilled Tofu
冷やっこ
A simple and refreshing dish of chilled tofu topped with condiments and soy sauce. Enjoy the mild flavor of soybeans and its smooth texture. Recommended as a palate cleanser or a starter.
Spicy Daikon
辛味大根
A type of grated daikon radish that is spicier than regular daikon, or a dish served with it. Characterized by its sharp, stimulating spiciness that cleanses the palate. Eaten as is as a snack with alcohol.
Plum Jellyfish Jelly
梅水晶
A delicacy of shark cartilage mixed with plum paste. The chewy texture of the cartilage and the acidity of the plum are a perfect match. It's refreshing and pairs well with shochu and sake.
Lightly Pickled Celery
セロリ浅漬
Pickled celery that has been briefly marinated in salt and seasoning liquid. Enjoy the refreshing aroma and crisp texture unique to celery. It's light and perfect as a palate cleanser.
Lightly Pickled Zha Cai
ザーサイ浅漬
Lightly pickled Zha Cai (Sichuan preserved mustard stem). It has a unique crunchy texture and moderate saltiness. Its Chinese-style flavor pairs well with alcohol.
Smoked Radish Pickles OR Shuto + Cream Cheese
いぶりがっこ or 酒盗 + クリームチーズ
An appetizer combining cream cheese with 'Iburigakko' (smoked pickled radish from Akita) or 'Shuto' (salt-cured fish guts). Enjoy the synergistic umami of fermented foods and its creamy taste. Pairs very well with wine and sake.
Crab Cream Croquette
カニクリームコロッケ
A Japanese Western-style dish with a béchamel sauce containing crab meat, coated in batter and deep-fried. It features a crispy exterior and a creamy, melty interior. Please enjoy while hot.
Deep-Fried Raw Octopus
生たこ唐揚
Fresh raw octopus coated in batter and deep-fried. It has a plump, elastic, and tender texture unique to raw octopus. The octopus's umami overflows with each chew.
Fried Squid Paste
いかのさつま揚
A fried fish cake made with a mixture of minced and chopped squid. Enjoy the chewy texture of squid within its fluffy consistency. Especially delicious when freshly fried.
Chikuwa Tempura
ちくわの天ぷら
A tempura dish made by coating chikuwa (fish paste tube) in batter and deep-frying it. Although simple, it's a dish where the fish's umami is clearly felt. Enjoy the crispy batter and the elastic texture of the chikuwa.
Fried Kintoki Sweet Potato
金時芋フライ
Deep-fried Kintoki sweet potato, known for its sweetness. Characterized by its fluffy texture and the natural sweetness of the potato. Can be enjoyed as a dessert or a snack.
Fried Horse Mackerel
あじフライ
A classic fish dish made by coating horse mackerel in panko breadcrumbs and deep-frying it. Features a crispy coating and flaky flesh. Enjoy with our special tartar sauce mixed with shibazuke pickles for a refreshing taste.
Fried Oysters
かきフライ
Large oysters coated in panko breadcrumbs and deep-fried. Biting through the crispy coating releases a rich, juicy oyster umami. Enjoy with lemon or sauce.
Anago (Conger Eel) and Maitake Mushroom Tempura
穴子 まいたけ 天ぷら
A tempura assortment of plump conger eel and fragrant maitake mushrooms. The delicate fat of the conger eel and the flavor of the maitake mushrooms pair well with tempura sauce or salt. Enjoy the crispy texture of the batter.
Ashitaba Tempura
あしたば天ぷら
Tempura of Ashitaba, a vegetable with a unique bitterness. Characterized by its crispy texture and a refreshing aroma similar to garland chrysanthemum. Recommended to eat with salt.
Shrimp with Mayonnaise
えびマヨ
A dish of fried shrimp tossed in a mayonnaise-based sauce. The plump shrimp and the rich, sweet and sour mayonnaise sauce are a perfect match. A popular dish for all ages.
Fried Ham
ハムカツ
A classic Japanese izakaya menu item: thick-cut ham coated in batter and deep-fried. Simple yet addictive with the ham's saltiness and the crispy coating. Enjoy it heartily with sauce.
Bone Crisps
骨せんべい
Fish bones deep-fried at low temperature until crispy. Fragrant and can be eaten like a snack. Rich in calcium, it's perfect with beer.
Fried Chicken Tatsuta-age
鶏たつた揚
Chicken pieces marinated in soy sauce and mirin, coated in potato starch, and deep-fried. Similar to karaage, but with a thinner, crispier coating. Enjoy the juicy umami of the chicken.
Simmered Beef Tendon
牛すじ煮込
A dish of beef tendon simmered for a long time in a soy sauce or miso-based broth. Features melt-in-your-mouth tender beef tendon and a flavorful broth that has permeated the meat. Its rich flavor pairs well with alcohol.
Salt-Grilled Pork Jowl
豚トロ塩焼
Salt-grilled 'P-toro' (pork jowl), a fatty cut from around the neck. Enjoy its unique crisp texture and the sweetness of its juicy fat. The meat's umami is savored simply with salt.
Wadamaru Salad
和田丸サラダ
A special house salad made with plenty of fresh vegetables. The dressing's acidity enhances the vegetables' sweetness. Available in a half size, making it easy to order even for solo diners.
Grilled Broad Beans
焼そらまめ
A dish of whole snap peas grilled over an open flame. The beans become fluffy and sweeter from being steamed. Peel and enjoy the hot beans.
Grilled Asparagus
アスパラ焼
A simple dish of freshly grilled asparagus. Enjoy its fragrance, the natural sweetness of asparagus, and its crisp texture. Served with salt or mayonnaise to bring out the ingredients' flavors.
Grilled Eggplant
焼なす
A dish of eggplant grilled over an open flame until the skin is charred, then peeled and chilled. Features a melt-in-your-mouth soft texture and a fragrant flavor. Served refreshingly with ginger soy sauce and bonito flakes.
Salt-Grilled Raw Herring
生にしん塩焼
Simply salt-grilled fresh herring. The fatty flesh is plump and has a unique flavor. Although it has many bones, it's characterized by its strong umami.
Salt-Grilled Buri Kama (Yellowtail Collarbone)
ぶりかま塩焼
Salt-grilled 'kama' (collarbone) of Buri (yellowtail), the fattiest part. It has a juicy and rich flavor. It's easy to separate the meat from the bone and is very satisfying.
Grilled Sawara Head and Collarbone
さわらかぶと かま焼
A hearty dish of grilled Sawara (Spanish mackerel) head (kabuto) and collarbone. It's packed with refined fat and the umami of white fish. The fun is in scraping the meat off the bones.
Salt-Grilled Spear Squid
やりいか塩焼
Salt-grilled Spear Squid, served whole or in slices. Its tender, sweet flesh and grilled aroma are appetizing. Also delicious with mayonnaise or shichimi (seven-spice blend).
Crispy Grilled Free-Range Chicken
地どりパリパリ焼
A dish of free-range chicken with the skin grilled until crispy and fragrant. Enjoy the crispy skin, the firm texture unique to free-range chicken, and the overflowing juices. Recommended to enjoy simply with salt and pepper or yuzu pepper.
Scallop Isobe-yaki (Grilled with Seaweed)
ほたていそべ焼
A dish of grilled scallop with soy sauce, wrapped in seaweed (Isobe-yaki). The sweetness of the scallop, the charred aroma of the soy sauce, and the flavor of the seaweed are integrated. Delicious eaten by hand while hot.
Grilled Surf Clam with Soy Sauce
ほっき貝醤油焼
A dish of surf clams (hokkigai) grilled fragrantly with soy sauce. Grilling enhances its sweetness and provides a chewy texture. The clam's umami spreads with each chew.
Firefly Squid Marinated in Soy Sauce
ほたるいか 沖漬
A fisherman's dish where firefly squid are marinated whole in soy sauce. Characterized by its melty texture and rich innards umami. A delicacy that pairs exceptionally well with sake.
Simmered Sea Bream Roe
たいの子 煮付
A dish of sea bream roe simmered in a sweet and savory broth. Enjoy the granular texture and the gentle flavor infused with dashi. Perfect for nibbling on with drinks.
Simmered Whelk
つぶ貝煮付
A dish of whelk simmered in a soy sauce-based broth, either in its shell or as meat. Characterized by its chewy, elastic texture and oceanic aroma. The meat is extracted with a toothpick.
Pickled Long Yam with Wasabi
長いも わさび漬
Pickled long yam in a wasabi-flavored dressing. The crisp texture of the long yam and the pungent spiciness of wasabi are refreshing. It's light and perfect for cleansing the palate.
Pufferfish Skin Ponzu
ふぐ皮ポン酢
Pufferfish skin, blanched, julienned, and dressed in ponzu sauce. Rich in collagen, it offers a unique chewy and springy texture. Enjoy refreshingly with momiji oroshi (grated daikon with chili) and green onions.
Sea Cucumber in Vinegar
なまこ酢
A dish of sliced sea cucumber mixed with three-vinegar dressing or similar. A delicacy characterized by its very hard and chewy texture. The oceanic aroma and acidity pair well with alcohol.
Wasabi Kamaboko
板わさ
A simple appetizer of sliced kamaboko (steamed fish paste) served with wasabi and soy sauce. Directly enjoy the firm texture of kamaboko and the fish's umami. A standard at soba restaurants and izakayas.
Tochio Fried Tofu Pouch
とちお油あげ
A giant fried tofu pouch, a specialty of Tochio, Niigata Prefecture. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and thick. Served with toppings like green onions and ginger, and soy sauce.
Myoga Ginger with Plum Paste
みょうが梅肉あえ
A fragrant small dish of chopped myoga ginger mixed with plum paste. The crispness and refreshing quality of myoga, along with the plum's acidity, stimulate the appetite. Very refreshing and perfect as a palate cleanser.
Sticky Rice Bowl
ねばねば丼
A rice bowl topped with sticky ingredients like okra, natto, and yam, along with seafood. Sticky ingredients are believed to be invigorating, and you can also enjoy the texture. Recommended to mix well before eating.
Spicy Seafood Rice Bowl
ピリ辛海鮮丼
A rice bowl topped with various fresh seafood seasoned with a spicy sauce. The sweetness of the seafood and the spiciness of the chili pepper stimulate the appetite. A satisfying dish to finish your meal, especially after drinking.
Ume Ochazuke (Plum Tea Over Rice)
梅茶漬
A simple dish of rice topped with a pickled plum, served with hot tea or dashi broth. The plum's sourness is refreshing and gentle on the stomach after drinking. Can be eaten by slurping it down.
Tempura Ochazuke
天茶漬
An ochazuke (tea over rice) dish topped with tempura, such as kakiage (mixed vegetable fritter). The slightly softened batter soaked in dashi broth and the oil from the tempura melt into the soup, creating a rich flavor. A substantial finishing dish.
Rice Set
ごはんセット
A set meal that includes white rice, miso soup, and pickles. You can order it with a side dish to create your own personalized set meal.
Takana Rice
たかなごはん
Rice mixed with or topped with Takana pickles (salted mustard greens). The crispness, saltiness, and unique flavor of Takana pair well with rice. A simple yet flavorful rice dish.
Shirasu Rice
じゃこごはん
A rice dish with or mixed with chirimenjako (dried small fish). The saltiness and umami of the chirimenjako, along with its crispy texture, provide a nice accent. May also feature a flavorful sansho pepper.
Cod Roe Udon
たらこうどん
Udon noodles mixed with mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The saltiness and texture of the mentaiko match well with the chewy udon. Often served with butter, nori, and shiso leaves.
Raw Firefly Squid Sashimi
生ほたるいか刺身
A dish featuring seasonal spring firefly squid, served as sashimi. Unlike boiled squid, this is served raw, allowing you to enjoy its melty sweetness and the rich umami of its innards. A precious flavor where freshness is paramount.
Kintoki-dai Sashimi
きんとき鯛刺身
Sashimi of Kintoki-dai, characterized by its vibrant red color. It's a white fish with a delicate sweetness and a firm texture. A lean yet flavorful fish.
Ark Shell Sashimi
赤貝刺身
Sashimi of ark shell, also popular as sushi topping. Characterized by its unique chewy texture and strong oceanic aroma. The sweetness of the shell spreads with each chew.
Steamed Oysters
蒸しがき
Oysters steamed in their shells. Steaming makes the flesh plump and concentrates the umami. If raw consumption is also possible, you can enjoy the fresh 'milk of the sea' as is.
Salt-Grilled Kinki (Rockfish)
きんき塩焼
Salt-grilled Kinki (rougheye rockfish), a prized fish. It's very fatty, and the melt-in-your-mouth white fish is exquisite. Even the skin is delicious, making it a luxurious dish.
Salt-Grilled Cutlassfish
たちうお塩焼
Salt-grilled cutlassfish, a fish shaped like a sword. It has a fluffy, tender white flesh with a delicate, unobtrusive flavor. The silvery skin is beautiful, and grilling brings out a fragrant aroma.
Deep-Fried Lightsfish
めひかり唐揚
Deep-fried Lightsfish, a deep-sea fish with glowing blue eyes. Its bones are soft, so you can eat it whole from head to tail. The flesh is fluffy and fatty, making it very delicious.
Simmered Amberjack Head
かんぱちカブト煮付
A dish of amberjack (kanpachi) head (kabuto) simmered in a sweet and savory sauce. The head is rich in collagen-rich gelatinous parts and flavorful meat. Its rich flavor goes well with both rice and alcohol.
Assorted Sashimi (Value Set)
刺身 お得盛
An economical set featuring a selection of several types of fresh seafood recommended for the day. A single-serving size, perfect for those who want to try various flavors in small portions.
Kanpachi Sashimi
かんぱち刺身
Sashimi of Kanpachi (greater amberjack) with a good balance of fat and firm flesh. Similar to Buri (yellowtail), but with a lighter, more refined fat and a chewier texture.
Buri Sashimi
ぶり刺身
Sashimi of Buri (yellowtail) with abundant fat. Its rich umami and melt-in-your-mouth texture are appealing. Especially fatty in winter, it's prized as 'Kanburi' (winter yellowtail).
Black Marlin Sashimi
まかじき刺身
Sashimi of Makajiki (a type of swordfish). Its orangish flesh has a sticky texture and a deep umami. It has a refined flavor different from tuna.
Marinated Mackerel
しめさば
Fresh mackerel cured with salt and vinegar. The vinegar eliminates any fishy odor and tightens the umami. The balance between the fatty mackerel and the sourness of the vinegar is exquisite.
Kelp-Cured Flatfish
ひらめ 昆布じめ
A dish where flatfish, a white fish, is layered with kelp and aged. The umami of the kelp permeates the flatfish, resulting in a sticky texture and rich flavor. It's delicious even without soy sauce.
Minced Sardines
いわし タタキ
Freshly minced sardines mixed with condiments (green onions, ginger, perilla leaves, etc.). The fatty sardines pair well with the aroma of the condiments. Unlike 'namerou', the sashimi texture is retained.
Boiled Chirimenjako (Whitebait)
かまあげ しらす
Boiled chirimenjako (young sardines). They are plump, soft, and have a slight saltiness. Typically eaten with grated daikon radish for a refreshing taste.
Spear Squid Sashimi
やりいか刺身
Sashimi of transparent Spear Squid. Characterized by its chewy texture and strong sweetness. The sweetness is enhanced when eaten with ginger soy sauce or wasabi soy sauce.
Boiled Firefly Squid
ボイル ほたるいか
Boiled firefly squid. Boiling gives them a plump texture, and the umami of the innards solidifies, making it richer. Typically eaten with vinegar miso (spicy vinegar miso).
Scallop Sashimi
ほたて刺身
Sashimi of fresh scallop adductor muscle. Enjoy its melty, soft texture and rich, creamy sweetness. Characterized by its texture that can be torn vertically along the fibers.
Surf Clam Sashimi
ほっき貝刺身
Sashimi of fresh surf clam. Unlike the cooked version (red), the raw version is grayish and has a stronger sweetness and oceanic aroma. The chewy texture is irresistible.
Yebisu Draft
エビス生
Draft beer from Yebisu, a premium Japanese beer. Characterized by its deep richness and umami from 100% malt, and a pleasant bitterness.
Draft Black Beer
ドライブラック生
This is the black beer version of Asahi Super Dry. It has the roasted flavor and richness unique to black beer, while retaining the crisp finish characteristic of Super Dry.
Half & Half
ハーフ&ハーフ
A mixture of regular draft beer and black draft beer, half and half. It offers the best of both worlds: the crispness of regular beer and the richness of black beer.
Bottled Beer (Sapporo Red Star)
瓶ビール(サッポロ赤星)
A large bottle of Sapporo Lager Beer, commonly known as 'Akaboshi'. It's the oldest beer brand in Japan, characterized by its rich flavor, a result of its heat treatment.
Oolong Highball
ウーロンハイ
Shochu mixed with oolong tea. It's refreshing, doesn't interfere with meals, and pairs well with fatty dishes.
Green Tea Highball
緑茶ハイ
Shochu mixed with green tea. The aroma and bitterness of the tea make the shochu easier to drink, resulting in a clean taste.
Gari (Pickled Ginger) Highball
ガリチューハイ
A chu-hai (shochu highball) made with shochu mixed with soda and sushi restaurant's 'gari' (pickled ginger). The sweet and sourness of the gari, along with its slight spiciness, creates an addictive flavor.
Fresh Lemon Sour
生レモンサワー
A sour made with freshly squeezed lemon. Its refreshing lemon aroma and acidity are invigorating and pair well with fried foods.
Amanatsu Sour
甘夏サワー
A sour made with amanatsu mikan (summer orange). A refreshing citrus-flavored alcoholic drink with the unique bittersweetness and light sweetness of amanatsu.
Plum Liqueur
梅酒
A fruit liqueur made by steeping green plums in shochu and sugar. It has a sweet and sour, fruity taste and is easy to drink. Can be enjoyed on the rocks or with soda.
Apricot Liqueur
杏酒
A liqueur infused with apricots. It has a sweet, mellow aroma and a gentle acidity, making it popular as a dessert wine.
Ballantine's
バランタイン
A famous blended Scotch whisky from Scotland. Characterized by its balanced, smooth taste and elegant aroma. Recommended as a highball (mixed with soda).
Sake (Various)
日本酒 (各種)
Carefully selected local sake from various regions of Japan. Offers a range of flavors from dry to rich. Typically served chilled.
Hot Sake (Suminoye)
熱燗 (墨廼江)
Warmed sake. The brand is 'Suminoye'. Warming it enhances the rice's umami and warms the body.
Shochu (Various)
焼酎 (各種)
A Japanese distilled spirit made from various ingredients such as sweet potato, barley, rice, and chestnut. Can be enjoyed in your preferred way, such as on the rocks, with water, or with hot water.
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