Akaoni

Name: Akaoni
Address: Japan, 〒154-0024 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Sangenjaya, 2 Chome−15−3 寺尾ビル, Tokyo
Price range: ¥220 - ¥2420

All prices include tax. Please enjoy fresh, natural, live-caught seafood with freshly grated Azumino hon-wasabi.

★ 4.1 (395) $$Moderate 📍 Japan, 〒154-0024 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Sangenjaya, 2 Chome−15−3 寺尾ビル

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From the whiteboard menu

Today's Sashimi Assortment

本日の刺身盛合せ

Recommended Special Price. Please enjoy fresh, natural, live-caught seafood with freshly grated Azumino hon-wasabi.

A dish of assorted fresh seafood caught today. The types vary daily, allowing you to enjoy seasonal fish. Please enjoy with wasabi soy sauce.

¥1,540~ ≈ $10.00

Bitter melon and chicken tenderloin dressed with plum paste

ゴーヤとささみの梅和え

A refreshing small dish made by dressing bitter bitter melon and plain chicken tenderloin with sour plum paste. Perfect as a snack with drinks.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Boiled edamame

茹でたて枝豆

Salt-boiled soybeans (edamame). Simple yet highlights the sweetness and saltiness of the beans, a classic snack.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Boiled spinach and maitake mushrooms

ほうれん草と舞茸のおひたし

Boiled spinach and maitake mushrooms steeped in a lightly seasoned dashi broth. It is light and allows you to enjoy the natural flavors of the ingredients.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Salt-seared first bonito

初カツオの塩たたき

Seared bonito sashimi. Eaten with salt instead of soy sauce to enhance the bonito's umami and aroma.

¥1,540 ≈ $10.00

Grilled pork wrapped around Yanaka ginger

谷中生姜の肉巻き焼き

Grilled pork wrapped around mild leaf ginger (Yanaka ginger). The refreshing spiciness of the ginger pairs well with the richness of the pork.

¥770 ≈ $5.00

Deep-fried young river fish

稚鮎の唐揚げ

A dish of young ayu (river fish) deep-fried whole. It has a unique slightly bitter taste and crispiness, and can be eaten from head to tail.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Oysters pickled in oil

牡蠣のオイル漬け

Oysters pickled in oil and herbs. The concentrated umami of the oysters is rich and pairs well with drinks.

¥770 ≈ $5.00

Tempura of young river fish and hamo (pike conger)

稚鮎と鱧の天ぷら

2 pieces each

Assortment of tempura with young river fish and hamo (pike conger). Enjoy the crispy batter and the delicate, elegant flavor of the white fish.

¥1,950 ≈ $12.00

Young corn grilled with shuto and butter

ヤングコーンの酒盗バター焼

2 skewers

Young corn with skin, grilled and seasoned with 'shuto' (salted fish innards) and butter. The saltiness and richness enhance the corn's sweetness.

¥770 ≈ $5.00

Mizunasu (water eggplant) sashimi

水茄子のお刺身

Water-rich Mizunasu (water eggplant) cut raw. It has a fruity and juicy texture and is eaten with a light dip of salt or soy sauce.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Akaoni's Specialty

Please enjoy!

Kumiage yuba (freshly made tofu skin)

汲み上げゆば

Directly from Kyoto! Hot or Cold

This is 'Yuba' (tofu skin) formed when soy milk is heated. It has a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture and the sweetness of soybeans.

¥880~ ≈ $6.00

Myoga (Japanese ginger) and fried tofu

みょうがと油揚げ

Topped with freshly shaved katsuobushi (bonito flakes)

A dish combining fragrant myoga (Japanese ginger) and savory fried tofu. Topped with freshly shaved katsuobushi (bonito flakes), it is rich in flavor.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Uni imo (sea urchin and yam)

うにイモ

Sea urchin, coarsely grated yamaimo, hon-wasabi

A dish combining rich sea urchin and sticky yamaimo (mountain yam). Served with wasabi to enjoy the natural flavors.

¥935 ≈ $6.00

Akaoni Special Delicacy

Pairs well with Japanese sake!

Yuzu miso tofu

柚子みそ豆腐

Directly from Kumamoto

Tofu pickled in miso with a hint of yuzu. It has a rich, cheese-like flavor that pairs well with drinks.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Firefly squid pickled in soy sauce

ホタルイカの沖漬け

Firefly squid pickled in a soy sauce-based sauce. The rich flavor of the squid and the saltiness of the sauce are intense.

¥440 ≈ $3.00

Raw karasumi (dried mullet roe)

生のカラスミ

Rare!

Salt-cured mullet roe, served fresh (not dried). It has a sticky texture and rich umami.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Plum and wasabi

梅わさび

For a refreshing palate cleanser

A mixture of plum paste and wasabi. The sourness of the plum and the spiciness of the wasabi combine to refresh your palate.

¥440 ≈ $3.00

Kani miso (crab innards)

かにみそ

A paste made from crab innards (miso). It is rich and flavorful, and pairs exceptionally well with Japanese sake.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Raw tarako (cod roe)

生タラコ

Raw Alaska pollack roe. It has a popping texture and moderate saltiness.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Sea bream innards 'shuto'

鯛の酒盗

Salt-cured innards of sea bream. It has a unique aroma and strong umami, making it an ideal accompaniment to drinks.

¥495 ≈ $3.00

Cherry shrimp pickled in shio-koji

桜えびの塩麹漬け

Small cherry shrimp pickled in shio-koji (salt-fermented rice malt). Enjoy the sweetness of the koji and the flavor of the shrimp.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Start with beer! To accompany your drink

French fries

フライドポテト

A classic snack of deep-fried potatoes. Enjoy the crispy exterior and fluffy interior.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Deep-fried octopus suckers

タコ吸盤の唐揚げ

Deep-fried octopus suckers. Enjoy their unique chewy texture.

¥715 ≈ $5.00

Quick and easy appetizer

Hiyayakko (cold tofu)

冷奴

A simple and refreshing dish of cold tofu served with condiments (green onions, ginger) and soy sauce.

¥330 ≈ $2.00

Cucumber with miso paste

もろきゅう

Fresh cucumbers served with miso paste. The crisp texture of the cucumber pairs well with the richness of the miso.

¥385 ≈ $2.00

A small dish for a quick bite or a break!

Tuna natto or Sashimi natto

まぐろ納豆もしくは刺身納豆

Various white fish

Sashimi (tuna or white fish) mixed with natto. The stickiness of the natto and the umami of the fish are intertwined.

¥880~ ≈ $6.00

Shirasu oroshi (whitebait with grated daikon)

しらすおろし

Grated daikon radish topped with shirasu (whitebait). Served with soy sauce for a refreshing taste.

¥440 ≈ $3.00

Grilled miso

焼きみそ

With eggplant and nuts

A fragrant dish of grilled miso mixed with eggplant and nuts. The aroma of the grilled miso whets the appetite.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Let's get some vegetables! Salad and pickles

Potato salad with nukazuke (pickled rice bran)

ぬか漬け入りポテトサラダ

With heshiko sauce

Potato salad with chopped nukazuke (pickled rice bran). Served with a special sauce made with 'heshiko' (fish pickled in rice bran), it has a savory and salty flavor.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Chilled tomato

冷やしトマト

Fruit tomato

Sliced chilled tomatoes. Made with sweet fruit tomatoes, it can also be enjoyed as a dessert.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Wakame seaweed and salted pickled ginger salad

わかめと塩らっきょうの和えサラダ

A salad made by mixing wakame seaweed and salted pickled ginger. The crispness and sourness of the pickled ginger add a nice accent.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Today's boiled dishes

本日のおひたし

See whiteboard

Seasonal vegetables boiled and steeped in dashi broth. Uses vegetables that change daily.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Assortment of house-made nukazuke

自家製ぬか漬け盛合せ

Assortment of house-made nukazuke (pickled rice bran). Enjoy the lactic acid fermentation's sourness and the vegetables' sweetness.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Nozawana pickles directly from Nagano

長野より直送の野沢菜

Nozawana pickles, a specialty of Nagano prefecture. It has a crisp texture and moderate saltiness, and pairs well with rice and drinks.

¥385 ≈ $2.00

Grilled dishes, Fried dishes

Prices have been converted from tax-exclusive to tax-inclusive.

Salt-grilled Mikawa eel

三河産うなぎの白焼き

Unagi (eel) grilled without sauce. Enjoy the natural sweetness and aroma of the eel's fat with wasabi soy sauce or salt.

¥2,420 ≈ $15.00

Extra large! Kinka mackerel

特大！金華サバ

Grilled, fatty Kinka mackerel from the waters off Kinkaizan, Miyagi Prefecture. This brand of mackerel is thick and juicy.

¥1,650 ≈ $11.00

Salt-dried Kōmai (a type of fish)

氷下魚（こまい）の一夜干し

2 pieces

Dried and grilled Kōmai (a type of cod) caught in Hokkaido and other regions. It has a strong flavor and is typically eaten with mayonnaise and shichimi togarashi (seven-spice blend).

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Domestic hon-shishamo (smelt)

国産本ししゃも

With roe, 2 pieces

Rare domestic hon-shishamo (smelt). The popping sensation of the eggs and the flavor of the flesh are exceptional.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Salt-grilled large Atka mackerel

大ホッケの開き

Grilled large dried Atka mackerel. The flesh is thick and fatty, a classic izakaya menu item.

¥825 ≈ $5.00

Skewered medium fatty tuna

中トロの串焼き

2 skewers

Medium fatty tuna (chutoro) skewered and grilled. The heat melts the fat, allowing you to enjoy its rich umami.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Grilled scallop with nori seaweed

帆立貝柱の磯辺焼き

With tarako, 2 pieces

Scallop sashimi wrapped in nori seaweed and grilled. Contains tarako (cod roe), and the aroma of nori and sweetness of the scallop combine well.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Today's grilled white fish collar

本日の白身魚のカマ焼

Assortment of 2-3 kinds

Grilled collar of white fish. This is one of the most delicious parts, known for its rich fat and firm flesh.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Domestic chicken yakitori

国産鶏の焼きとり

Salt-grilled, 2 skewers

Domestic chicken skewers, salt-grilled. Simple yet allows you to directly taste the chicken's umami.

¥440 ≈ $3.00

Salt-cured pork, grilled

塩漬け豚の網焼き

With blue cheese and mustard

Salt-cured and aged pork, grilled over charcoal. Served with blue cheese and mustard for a Western-style flavor.

¥935 ≈ $6.00

Genkotsu Satsuma (a type of fried fish cake)

げんこつさつま

Seared satsuma-age (fried fish cake)

Seared house-made round satsuma-age (fried fish cake). Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.

¥715 ≈ $5.00

Freshly fried atsuage (thick fried tofu)

揚げたて！厚揚げ

Thick-cut tofu deep-fried. Served hot, the outside is crispy and the inside is piping hot tofu.

¥495 ≈ $3.00

Aonori-coated chikuwa (fish cake) tempura

ちくわの磯部揚げ

Generously seasoned with aonori (seaweed flakes)

Tempura of chikuwa (fish cake) coated in batter mixed with aonori (seaweed flakes). The aroma of aonori makes this a classic side dish that whets the appetite.

¥660 ≈ $4.00

Finishing dish

Handmade soba noodles

手打ちそば

Soba noodles directly from Kijimadaira, Nagano. Stone-milled, handmade, with almost no binder (around 10:0.5). Please enjoy this at the end of your meal.

Artisanally handmade soba noodles made with Nagano prefecture buckwheat flour. With very little binder, you can enjoy the strong, original aroma and flavor of buckwheat.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Onigiri (rice ball)

おにぎり

A Japanese soul food of triangular rice balls. You can choose your fillings.

¥220~ ≈ $1.00

Miso soup

お味噌汁

Changes daily

A traditional Japanese fermented soybean soup. Ingredients vary daily, offering a comforting flavor to end your meal.

¥385 ≈ $2.00

Shijimi clam soup

しじみ汁

Nutritious! Clear soup

A clear soup (suimono) with a rich dashi broth from shijimi clams (small clams). The intense umami of the shijimi is said to be good for recovery after drinking.

¥440 ≈ $3.00