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Kotaro

Today's menu and recommended dishes. We offer fresh seafood and carefully selected sake.

Today's Recommendations

Fresh sashimi, grilled fish, and seasonal specialty dishes.

Sashimi

Kampachi
カンパチ
Freshly sliced Kampachi (greater amberjack). It is fatty, with a chewy texture and rich umami. Served with soy sauce and wasabi.
¥890 ≈ $6.00
Black Cod
クロムツ
Sashimi of black cod, a type of deep-sea fish. A white fish with good fat content and a delicate sweetness. Enjoyed simply with soy sauce.
¥790 ≈ $5.00
Seabass
スズキ
Sashimi of seabass, a representative white fish. It has a delicate and refreshing taste with underlying umami. Its season is summer.
¥790 ≈ $5.00
Yellowtail
ブリ
Sashimi of fatty yellowtail. Enjoy its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Pairs well with wasabi soy sauce.
¥790 ≈ $5.00
Greater Amberjack
シマアジ
Sashimi of Shima-aji (striped jack), considered a premium fish among horse mackerel family. It has fine marbling and a firm texture.
¥790 ≈ $5.00
Ark Shell
赤貝
Sashimi of shellfish with a vibrant red color. Enjoy its unique chewy texture and oceanic aroma.
¥690 ≈ $4.00
Pacific Saury
サンマ
Sashimi of Pacific saury, a representative autumn delicacy. Enjoy the sweetness of the fat and the characteristic flavor of blue fish. Typically eaten with ginger soy sauce.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Raw Octopus
生タコ
Raw octopus sashimi, not boiled. Characterized by the chewy texture of the suckers and the sweet, sticky flesh.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Vinegared Mackerel
〆サバ
Fresh horse mackerel cured with salt and vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar enhances the flavor of the fatty mackerel.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Horse Mackerel
アジ
Sashimi of horse mackerel, a representative blue fish. It has a rich umami flavor and is delicious when eaten with condiments like ginger and green onions.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Boiled Octopus
ボイルタコ
Boiled octopus sashimi. Characterized by its moderate elasticity and umami that emerges with chewing. Served with wasabi soy sauce.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Seared Spanish Mackerel
サワラ炙り
Sashimi of Spanish mackerel, seared over an open flame. Searing enhances the skin's aroma and the fat's umami.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Whelk
ツブ貝
Sashimi of whelk, characterized by its firm, chewy texture. It has a subtle oceanic aroma and a slight sweetness.
¥590 ≈ $4.00

Fried Foods

Soft Satsuma-age (fried fish cake)
やわらかさつま揚げ
A type of kamaboko (fish cake) made from ground fish and deep-fried. Enjoy its fluffy, soft texture and fish umami.
¥390 ≈ $2.00
Chikuwa Isobe-age (Fried Chikuwa with Seaweed)
ちくわいそべ揚げ
Tempura made by coating chikuwa (fish paste tube) with a batter mixed with aonori (green laver). A classic snack with a fragrant aonori flavor.
¥390 ≈ $2.00
Chicken Tenderloin Tempura
ササミ天ぷら
Tempura made with chicken tenderloin. It has a lean, delicate flavor that pairs well with the crispy batter.
¥490 ≈ $3.00
Fried Octopus
タコ唐揚げ
Deep-fried diced octopus with seasoning. Chewy and perfect as a snack with drinks.
¥490 ≈ $3.00

Grilled / Simmered Fish

Grilled or Simmered Rockfish
カサゴ焼・煮
Rockfish, a white fish, can be enjoyed either grilled with salt for a fragrant taste or simmered in a sweet and savory sauce. The flesh is firm and intensely flavorful.
¥990~ ≈ $6.00
Dried Pacific Saury
サンマ(干し)
Grilled dried Pacific saury, with its umami concentrated through drying. Rich in flavor, it's a dish that goes well with rice and sake.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Nuka Sanma (Fermented Saury)
ぬかサンマ
A regional dish made by fermenting Pacific saury in rice bran. The flavor of the bran and saltiness enhance the fish's umami.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Grilled Flathead Sole with Salt
マコガレイ塩焼
Salt-grilled Mako Garel (flatfish) with a delicate and refined taste. The flesh is plump, and the skin is fragrant.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Grilled Yellowtail Kama (Collar)
ブリカマ焼き
Salt-grilled "kama" (collar) of fatty yellowtail. It is very fatty, with tender and juicy meat.
¥890 ≈ $6.00
Salt-grilled Pacific Saury
サンマ塩焼き
Salt-grilled Pacific saury, a representative autumn fish. Enjoy the fatty flesh and even the slightly bitter innards (wata).
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Salt-grilled Herring
ニシン塩焼き
Salt-grilled herring. It has a unique flavor and small bones, but the flesh is tender and flavorful.
¥690 ≈ $4.00
Salt-grilled Barracuda
カマス塩焼き
Salt-grilled barracuda, a white fish. Low in moisture and concentrated in flavor, with a delicate taste.
¥690 ≈ $4.00
Salt-grilled Atka Mackerel
シマホッケ
Grilled dried Atka mackerel caught in the northern seas. It is thick and very fatty. A standard izakaya menu item.
¥790 ≈ $5.00

Appetizers / Side Dishes

Fugu Nabe (Pufferfish Hot Pot) (2 servings)
ふぐ鍋(2人前)
Hot pot dish using premium fugu (pufferfish). Enjoy the delicate fugu meat and dashi broth with vegetables. Served for 2 people.
¥2,980 ≈ $19.00
Green Onion Salt Beef Tongue
ねぎ塩牛タン
Grilled beef tongue seasoned with green onions and salt sauce. The chewy texture of the beef tongue and the flavor of the green onion salt stimulate the appetite.
¥750 ≈ $5.00
Grilled Eel Liver
うなぎ肝焼き
Grilled eel (liver) skewers with a sweet and savory sauce. The exquisite balance of slight bitterness and sweet sauce pairs well with sake.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Chicken Tsukune (1 skewer)
鶏つくね(1本)
Skewered grilled chicken meatballs. Enjoy their fluffy texture and chicken umami.
¥190 ≈ $1.00
Chilled Tomato
冷トマト
Simply sliced chilled tomatoes. Refreshing and perfect as a palate cleanser.
¥490 ≈ $3.00
Julienned Mountain Yam
長芋千切り
Dish of finely julienned mountain yam. Enjoy its crisp texture and slimy consistency. Served with soy sauce or dashi.
¥390 ≈ $2.00
Aji Namelou (minced horse mackerel)
あじなめろう
A fisherman's dish made by mincing fresh horse mackerel with miso, green onions, ginger, and other condiments. Perfect as a snack with sake.
¥590 ≈ $4.00
Aji Zanga Ten (4 pieces) (Fried horse mackerel)
あじざんが天(4ケ)
A regional dish made by wrapping minced horse mackerel or namelou with perilla leaves and then deep-frying or grilling it. Packed with the umami of the fish.
¥590 ≈ $4.00

Today's Menu

Daily special dish.

Smoked Egg Potato Salad
燻玉ポテトサラダ
Potato salad with smoked eggs. Characterized by its smoky aroma, this is an adult potato salad that pairs well with drinks.
¥600 ≈ $4.00
Sanuki Menchi Katsu (Minced meat cutlet)
讃岐メンチカツ
Deep-fried dish made with minced meat. Enjoy the crispy coating and juicy meat.
¥700 ≈ $4.00
Assorted Vegetable Salad
いろいろ野菜サラダ
A salad with a variety of fresh vegetables.
¥800 ≈ $5.00
Corn and Clam Chawanmushi (Steamed Egg Custard)
とうもろこしと蛤の茶碗蒸し
Steamed dish of dashi broth and egg. A gentle flavor combining the sweetness of corn and the umami of clam broth.
¥800 ≈ $5.00
Iwachu Pork Saikyo Miso Grill
岩中豚西京味噌焼
Dish of Iwachu pork, a premium brand of pork, marinated in a sweet Saikyo miso and grilled. The miso flavor and the pork fat are a great match.
¥1,200 ≈ $8.00
Yamato Beef Ichibo
大和牛イチボ
Dish using the rare cut "Ichibo" from Yamato beef. A good balance of lean meat and fat, allowing you to fully enjoy the beef's umami.
¥1,800 ≈ $12.00
Spicy Chicken Skin Jerky
鶏皮チャンジャ
Chicken skin seasoned with a spicy sauce. Its chewy texture and spiciness pair well with beer.
¥500 ≈ $3.00
Cream Cheese Iburi Gakko
クリームチーズいぶりがっこ
An appetizer combining "Iburi Gakko" (smoked pickled radish), a specialty of Akita, with cream cheese. The smoky aroma and rich cheese flavor are a perfect match.
¥600 ≈ $4.00
Oomomo Tofu
大桃豆腐
Tofu made with a special process. Enjoy the rich soybean flavor and smooth texture. Simply served with condiments and soy sauce.
¥500 ≈ $3.00

Sake

We focus on 10 breweries (from 10 prefectures). Please ask our staff about taste and preferences.

Ishizuchi
石鎚
[Ehime / Ishizuchi Brewery]
Local sake from Ehime Prefecture. Brewed with pure water, this sake has a smooth taste that is easy to drink and doesn't become tiresome.
¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00
Gaijin
凱陣
[Kagawa / Maruo Honten]
Local sake from Kagawa Prefecture. A sake with a robust flavor that fully brings out the umami of the rice.
¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00
Kikuyoi
喜久酔
[Shizuoka / Aoshima Brewery]
Local sake from Shizuoka Prefecture. An easy-to-drink sake with a light, refreshing mouthfeel and a gentle aroma.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
Aika
秋鹿
[Osaka / Aika Brewery]
Local sake from Osaka Prefecture. A sake that emphasizes rice cultivated in-house, with a good balance of acidity and umami, making it a great food pairing.
¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00
Taka
[Yamaguchi / Nagamoto Shuzo]
Local sake from Yamaguchi Prefecture. Characterized by a mineral-rich, crisp, and dry taste.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
So-gen
宗玄
[Ishikawa / So-gen Brewery]
Local sake from Ishikawa Prefecture. Brewed in the Noto Peninsula, this sake is characterized by its rich and full-bodied flavor.
¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00
Nana-hon-yari
七本鎗
[Shiga / Tomita Brewery]
Local sake from Shiga Prefecture. A sake with a well-balanced umami of rice, offering a calm taste perfect for pairing with meals.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
Izumi-hashi
いづみ橋
[Kanagawa / Izumi-hashi Brewery]
Local sake from Kanagawa Prefecture. Known for its "Akatonbo" (red dragonfly) label, often featuring crisp, dry Junmai sake.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
Take-suzume
竹雀
[Gifu / Otsuka Brewery]
Local sake from Gifu Prefecture. A unique sake with solid acidity and umami, also offering a sense of aging.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
Yoyouemon
酉与右衛門
[Iwate / Kawamura Brewery]
Local sake from Iwate Prefecture. Brewed using traditional techniques of Nanbu Toji, this sake harmonizes the umami and acidity of the rice.
¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00

Drinks

Beer

Sapporo Black Label <Draft>
サッポロ黒ラベル<生>
A representative Japanese draft beer. Characterized by the umami of malt and a refreshing aftertaste.
¥500~ ≈ $3.00
Sapporo Red Star Lager <Medium Bottle>
サッポロ赤星ラガー<中瓶>
A historic Japanese lager beer. Enjoy its rich flavor, characteristic of heat-treated beer.
¥700 ≈ $4.00

Sour

Homemade Ginger Sour
自家製 ジンジャーサワー
Sour made with homemade ginger syrup. Enjoy the spiciness of ginger and the refreshment of carbonation.
¥600 ≈ $4.00
Setouchi Lemon Sour
瀬戸内 レモンサワー
Sour made with Setouchi lemons. Characterized by its refreshing acidity and aroma.
¥600 ≈ $4.00
Highball
ハイボール
Whiskey mixed with soda. A refreshing taste that doesn't interfere with your meal.
¥700 ≈ $4.00

Wine

Glass White / Red
グラス 白・赤
Selected wines by the glass.
¥1,000~ ≈ $6.00
Beaujolais Nouveau
ボージョレ・ヌーボー
Full Bottle
Fresh red wine from France, made from the year's harvest grapes.
¥2,900 ≈ $19.00

Fruit Liqueur

Umeshu (Plum Wine) Izumi-hashi Yamadajuro
梅酒 泉橋 山田十郎
Plum wine made by Izumi-hashi Brewery in Kanagawa Prefecture. Based on Junmai sake, it harmonizes the plum's acidity and the rice's umami.
¥700 ≈ $4.00
Yuzu Sake Umenoyado
柚子酒 梅の宿
Yuzu sake made by Umenoyado Brewery in Nara Prefecture. Characterized by its refreshing yuzu aroma and sweet and sour taste.
¥700 ≈ $4.00

Non-alcoholic

Uf-fu Cold Brew Iced Tea
Uf-fu 水出しアイスティー
Cold-brewed iced tea using tea leaves from specialty tea shop Uf-fu. A fragrant and pure taste.
¥800 ≈ $5.00
Niigata Beer
新潟麦酒
Non-alcoholic beer from a craft beer maker in Niigata. It has a beer-like bitterness and body.
¥900 ≈ $6.00
Homemade Ginger Ale
自家製ジンジャーエール
Ginger ale made with homemade ginger syrup. Features a sharp ginger spiciness.
¥800 ≈ $5.00
Ehime Ponjuice
愛媛ポンジュース
Mandarin orange juice, a specialty of Ehime Prefecture. Features a good balance of rich sweetness and acidity.
¥800 ≈ $5.00

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