Karoku

Name: Karoku
Address: 1 Chome-15-13 Shirokane, Minato City, Tokyo
Price range: ¥280 - ¥4500

Loved for 50 years in this place. A small restaurant standing alone in the alley's light. A scene as if you've time-slipped. Not luxurious food, but delicious food. What has remained the same, what has changed. From now on, in the usual place, with the usual taste. We await your visit. Thanks to you, Karoku celebrates its 50th anniversary.

★ 4.4 (59) $$Moderate 📍 1 Chome-15-13 Shirokane, Minato City

Seasonal Recommendations

Prices shown are before tax. An additional 8% consumption tax will be applied.

Mackerel Namelou

鯖のなめろう

Fresh, fatty mackerel is finely chopped with miso, aromatic vegetables, etc. A dish that mackerel lovers will adore.

Fresh mackerel finely chopped with a knife along with miso, ginger, and green onions. Characterized by its smooth texture and rich umami. Pairs excellently with sake.

¥900 ≈ $6.00

Eggplant, Chili Sauce, and Meat

茄子の殺し、椒肉葉

A spicy dish unique to summer. The perfect pairing of exquisite pork's spiciness and the refreshing eggplant dashi. This dish perfectly complements the eggplant.

Eggplant marinated in a special spicy sauce. Characterized by the stimulating spiciness of chili peppers and the juiciness of eggplant. A spicy flavor that pairs well with drinks.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

Myoga Yakimono

茗荷焼き

A dish featuring myoga (Japanese ginger) as the main ingredient, often used as a palate cleanser. Marinated myoga in sesame oil is lightly grilled. Enjoy the sweetness and slight bitterness of myoga in this popular dish.

Myoga marinated in sesame oil and lightly grilled. Grilling enhances its sweetness, offering a unique aroma and crisp texture. A refreshing taste.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Grilled Pork Belly Wrapped Young Ginger

谷中生姜の豚バラ巻き焼き

It's like a dish for adults to bite into whole. Young ginger is wrapped in pork belly and grilled with a secret sauce passed down through generations. Please enjoy the taste of early summer.

Grilled dish of pork belly wrapped around young ginger shoots. The refreshing spiciness of ginger and the sweetness of pork fat are a perfect match. Enjoyed by biting into it whole with miso or sauce.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Karoku Original Pork Belly Skewers

可呂久オリジナル豚バラ巻き串

- Zucchini and Tomato - Smoked Cheese and Tomato We grilled pork belly with zucchini and tomato into discs. Zucchini and tomato pair excellently with pork belly.

Skewers of pork belly wrapped with ingredients like tomato, zucchini, and cheese. The cooked tomato's acidity and sweetness blend with the pork's richness. Juicy and colorful.

¥350~ ≈ $2.00

Karoku Special Chilled Tofu

可呂久特製冷奴

Served with a special sauce based on gochujang and shredded tofu. We can also prepare ginger and green onions as side dishes, or chilled tofu to enjoy.

Chilled tofu topped with a special gochujang-based sauce and condiments. The spicy and rich sauce enhances the mild flavor of the tofu. Perfect as a snack with drinks.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Karoku's Specialty, 50 Years in the Making

Special Motsu Stew

特製もつ煮込み

A dish simmered slowly in a miso-based soup with vegetables and offal from pork or beef. The offal becomes tender and flavorful from the long simmering time. It is commonly eaten with shichimi togarashi (seven-spice chili powder).

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Gatsu Sashimi

ガツ刺し

Boiled pork tripe (gatsu) sliced like sashimi. Characterized by its chewy, firm texture. Eaten refreshingly with garlic soy sauce or vinegar miso.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Well-Grilled Liver

レバのよい焼き

1 Skewer

Fresh liver grilled to perfection. Crispy on the outside and creamy and tender on the inside. Enjoy the rich flavor characteristic of liver.

¥280 ≈ $2.00

Chilled Cucumber Appetizer

胡瓜の冷菜

A cold appetizer made with cucumbers. Seasoned with Chinese or Japanese dressing, it offers a crisp texture. A refreshing dish perfect as a palate cleanser.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Grilled Onigiri

焼きおにぎり

Onigiri (rice ball) brushed with soy sauce or miso and grilled until fragrant. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The aroma of charred soy sauce whets the appetite.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Staff Recommendation

Fried Chicken Wings

手羽先の唐揚げ

Fried Chicken Wings with Garlic Soy Sauce Flavor

Fried chicken wings seasoned with a garlic soy sauce-based sauce. Crispy skin and juicy meat. Recommended to be eaten by hand.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Seasonal Vegetable Pork Belly Skewers

季節野菜の豚バラ巻き串

Skewers of seasonal vegetables wrapped in pork belly. The pork fat seeps into the vegetables, enhancing their sweetness. Different vegetables can be enjoyed each season.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Chopped Cabbage with Special Dip

ざく切りキャベツ特製ディップ添

Simply prepared raw cabbage cut into large pieces, served with a special dipping sauce. Enjoy the sweetness and crispness of the cabbage. Dips are often miso or mayonnaise-based.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Tamago Kake Gohan with Running Egg

ランニングエッグの玉子かけご飯

Fresh raw egg cracked over freshly cooked rice, mixed with soy sauce. A Japanese soul food. "Running Egg" likely refers to a specific brand of egg, offering a rich yolk flavor.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Fried Foods

Fried Pork Cheek

豚ホホ肉の唐揚げ

Fried pork cheek, a rare cut. It has a moderate chewiness and the richness of fat, resulting in a juicy flavor. Pairs well with beer or highballs.

¥850 ≈ $5.00

Fried Yagen Nankotsu (Chicken Cartilage)

やげんナンコツの唐揚げ

Fried chicken breast cartilage (yagen nankotsu). Known for its unique crunchy texture. Enjoy the classic appetizer with its crispy coating and chewy cartilage.

¥800 ≈ $5.00

Fried Chicken Wings with Garlic Soy Sauce Flavor

手羽先の唐揚げにんにく醤油風味

Fried chicken wings seasoned thoroughly with garlic soy sauce. Features a fragrant aroma and rich flavor. A dish that pairs well with drinks.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Garlic Flavored French Fries

ポテトフライガーリック風味

French fries flavored with garlic powder and fried garlic. The garlic aroma is appetizing. Enjoy the hot and fluffy texture of freshly fried fries.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Finishing Rice Dish

Grilled Onigiri

焼きおにぎり

Onigiri brushed with soy sauce and grilled until fragrant. Features a crispy exterior and the aroma of charred soy sauce. Popular as a finishing dish.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Tamago Kake Gohan with Running Egg

ランニングエッグの玉子かけご飯

A simple dish of rich egg poured over rice. Drizzle with a little soy sauce and mix. Enjoy the richness of the egg and the sweetness of the rice.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Isobe Yaki

いそべ焼き

Grilled mochi brushed with soy sauce and wrapped in nori seaweed. The savory soy sauce aroma and nori flavor enhance the taste of the mochi. Features a chewy texture.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Banquet Course

Banquet Course ¥4,000

ご宴会に 4,000円コース

Featuring seasonal ingredients: - Sakizuke (Appetizer) - Special Motsu Stew - Chilled Cucumber Appetizer - Fried Chicken Wings - 5 types of Skewers - Assorted Pickles - Grilled Onigiri *Courses and all-you-can-drink options are available for groups of 4 or more. *"Special Hot Pot Course" is only available during winter.

A banquet course featuring dishes made with seasonal ingredients and drinks. It includes appetizers, main dishes, and a rice dish to finish. Recommended for group gatherings.

¥4,000 ≈ $26.00

All-You-Can-Drink Course

飲み放題コース

¥3,800 (excluding tax) ¥3,200 (excluding tax) *Finishing meal: Zosui

An all-you-can-drink plan for alcoholic and soft drinks within a set time. Often ordered in combination with a food course. A great option for those who drink a lot.

¥3,200~ ≈ $20.00

Finishing Meal: Zosui

お食事〆の雑炊

¥4,500 (excluding tax)

Rice cooked in the leftover soup after enjoying a hot pot dish. The rice absorbs the flavors of the ingredients, creating a gentle taste. Served at the end of the course.

¥4,500 ≈ $29.00

Drink Menu

Draft Beer

Yebisu Draft

エビス樽生

A premium Japanese beer. Features a deep richness and rich aroma from 100% malt. Enjoy with creamy foam.

¥450~ ≈ $3.00

Yebisu Premium Black

エビスプレミアムブラック

Yebisu's dark beer type. Characterized by the roasted malt aroma and slight sweetness. Low bitterness and a mellow taste.

¥470~ ≈ $3.00

Yebisu Half & Half

エビスハーフ・アンド・ハーフ

A mix of regular beer and stout. Combines the best of both, with a rich yet easy-to-drink flavor.

¥470~ ≈ $3.00

Bottled Beer

Sapporo Lager Beer (Akaboshi)

サッポロラガービール (赤星)

One of Japan's most historic beer brands. Characterized by the full-bodied flavor unique to heat-treated beer. Identified by its retro label.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Highball

Kaku Highball

角ハイボール

A classic highball made with Suntory's "Kakubin" whiskey and soda. Features a clean taste and the refreshing fizziness of carbonation. Pairs well with dishes like fried foods.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Ginger Highball

ジンジャーハイボール

A cocktail made with whiskey and ginger ale. The spiciness and sweetness of ginger match the flavor of the whiskey. An easy-to-drink beverage.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Yamazaki Premium Highball

山崎プレミアムハイボール

A luxurious highball made with "Yamazaki," a premium Japanese whiskey. Enjoy its elegant aroma and delicate flavor. A special drink.

¥800 ≈ $5.00

Oolong Tea Chuhai

ウーロン茶割り

Shochu mixed with oolong tea. It's refreshing and doesn't interfere with the taste of food. It's also relatively low in calories and popular.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Gyokuro Green Tea Chuhai

玉露入り緑茶割り

Shochu mixed with high-quality gyokuro green tea. The bitterness and umami of the tea pair well with the shochu. Pairs well with Japanese cuisine.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Ukongawa Shochu

ウコン茶割り

Shochu mixed with ukon (turmeric) tea. Has a unique turmeric flavor. Sometimes chosen by those concerned about health.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Aojiru Chuhai

青汁割り

A unique shochu mixed with aojiru (green vegetable juice). The bitterness of aojiru has aクセになる (addictive) taste. Recommended for those concerned about vegetable intake.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Sour

Freshly Squeezed Grapefruit Sour

生搾りグレープフルーツサワー

A sour made with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice. Enjoy the fresh fruitiness and acidity. A refreshing drink.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Freshly Squeezed Lemon Sour

生搾りレモンサワー

A sour made with fresh lemon juice. Characterized by its strong lemon acidity and aroma. Refreshes greasy dishes like fried foods.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Hoppy

Set

セット

Hoppy (White)

A set of shochu and Hoppy (a beer-taste beverage). Enjoy a flavor close to beer with low calories and low sugar. The appeal is that you can adjust the strength yourself.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Naka (Refill Shochu)

中 (おかわり焼酎)

Additional shochu for the Hoppy set. Poured into the remaining Hoppy (soto) in the glass.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Soto (Hoppy)

外 (ホッピー)

Additional mixer for the Hoppy set (Hoppy bottle). Order this if you still have shochu (naka) remaining.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Shochu, Sake, Wine

Sweet Potato (Shochu)

Sekitoba

赤兎馬 (せきとば)

Sweet potato shochu from Kagoshima Prefecture. Characterized by its fruity aroma and clean taste. Recommended served on the rocks or with water.

¥700~ ≈ $4.00

Bright Farm Village

明るい農村

Sweet potato shochu made using traditional pot-brewing methods. Enjoy the original sweetness and roasted aroma of sweet potato. Rich yet easy to drink.

¥750~ ≈ $5.00

Kura Junsu

蔵純粋

A high-proof sweet potato shochu, close to undiluted. Characterized by its rich flavor and strong aroma. Recommended for sipping slowly.

¥850~ ≈ $5.00

Karoku

可呂久

An original shochu named after the restaurant. It is likely blended to pair well with the food. A well-balanced flavor.

¥650~ ≈ $4.00

Shiradama Shiro

白玉しろ

A representative brand of rice shochu. Has a refined aroma and a clean, smooth taste without any particular character. Pairs well with any dish.