酒飲み遊
A few minutes from Shibuya Station West Exit, along the JR railway tracks, is a tofu cuisine restaurant. The interior has a calm atmosphere, making it a great option for a date.
★Appetizer
- Kuuno Tofu @1,200 yen
- Kombu-cured Salmon and Aromatic Vegetable Salad @850 yen
- Zuwai Crab Tofu Cream Croquette (3 pieces) @1,470 yen
- Ebi Shinjo Tofu Skin Wrapped Fried Shrimp (3 pieces) @1,425 yen
- Sesame Tofu Rolled Omelette @900 yen
- Namafu Miso Dengaku (Grilled Wheat Gluten with Miso) @850 yen
- Young Chicken Okara Karaage @850 yen
You can enjoy various dishes made with tofu! The Kuuno Tofu is prepared right in front of you, and you can enjoy freshly made tofu. It is served with tuna soy sauce, salt, and sudachi, allowing you to savor the gentle flavor and smooth taste of the tofu.
The Zuwai Crab Tofu Cream Croquette is a must-try, and you can add an extra piece for the price of one serving. The croquette itself is delicious, but the crab miso sauce served with it is exceptional! It pairs well with sake.
They offer a variety of other dishes, from traditional to unique, all of which were delicious.
★Ichiban Shibori Draft Beer @650 yen
Start with a cold beer to quench your thirst. The smoked edamame appetizer is a perfect match.
★Akabu Junmai Ginjo @1,350 yen
This limited distribution sake from Akabu Shuzo in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, was recommended by the owner of a sake shop I often visit. It is a Junmai Ginjo with a fruity acidity and aroma, making it very easy to drink.
★Komaki Issho @630 yen
I enjoyed this limited distribution shochu from Komaki Shuzo in Satsuma District, Kagoshima Prefecture, mixed with carbonated water. It has a unique grainy aroma and milky flavor, making it a great choice for a highball or on the rocks.
The restaurant, being a tofu cuisine spot in Shibuya, attracted many foreign tourists. The staff handled the situation well, and despite the popularity of the place, the reservation system worked smoothly. I wish I could have stayed longer than the allocated two hours, but the delicious food made me want to visit again!