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Located in Nishi-Azabu, this hidden gem of a sushi restaurant offers not only exquisite sushi made with fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced directly from the producers and organic Koshihikari rice grown in-house in Kusaki, Shiga Prefecture, but also kaiseki cuisine. We ordered the "Seasonal Kaiseki - Imayou (18,000 yen)" course, which included 10 dishes: appetizer, soup, sashimi, grilled dish, simmered dish, main course, vinegar dish, 7 pieces of sushi, clear soup, and dessert. The appetizer consisted of various delicacies, including eel, flower stalk, grilled sweetfish, nagaimo, and more, all beautifully presented and delicious. The sashimi platter featured three types of fresh seasonal fish that melted in the mouth. The grilled dish of Fukuko with Sansho miso was tender and flavorful. The Hida beef fillet steak served with sushi was a luxurious touch. The vinegar dish was elegantly presented with scallop mousse topped with crab, caviar, okra, paprika, and ponzu jelly. The main sushi course included sweet shrimp, shinko, conger eel, sea urchin, blackthroat seaperch, whelk, and medium fatty tuna, with the standout being the blackthroat seaperch with a perfect balance of saltiness. Lastly, we enjoyed freshly squeezed soft serve ice cream made with milk from Shiga Prefecture's Takamoku Farm. This restaurant is a perfect choice for special occasions, offering a blend of sushi and kaiseki cuisine in a cozy, upscale setting.