Rated as one of the Top 100 restaurants in Tabelog, 9th among the sushi shops in Tokyo, it is popular for some reason. Yet, it is not listed in the Michelin guide. Continue reading
Category Archives: Japanese Cuisine
Sushi Mori, Hong Kong
Revisiting Sushi Mori again. Nothing much has changed, everything is still enjoyable. Some updates on photography. Continue reading
Syogetsu’s Wagashi (嘯月 の 和菓子), Kyoto
The first owner trained at Toraya before moving on to start Syogetsu in 1916. The shop moved to its current location in 1988, specializing in making pre-ordered wagashi (Japanese sweets). Continue reading
Kikunoi (菊乃井), Kyoto
When you talk about the fine dining scene in Asia, Japan normally comes up at the top. In Japan, the kaiseki ryori is much celebrated by many foreigners and Japanese locals alike. The meal itself has its historical roots from both the royal and the commoner’s food culture. Continue reading
Unagi Hirokawa (うなぎ 広川) , Kyoto
Located in a touristy area, Hirokawa specialises in the Japanese Unagi (eel). They’ve been in business since 1967 and at first I didn’t notice it’s a one-starred restaurant too. Continue reading
Saryouhousen Tea House （茶寮 宝泉堂）
Saryouhousen (茶寮宝泉) is a famous tea house found in Kyoto, brewing tea since 1907.
The business is run out of a traditional Japanese building, the wood and earthy elements in its surroundings and construction exudes a Buddhist zen feel. Continue reading
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