Kasumicho Yamagami menu overview
Nestled in the heart of Nishiazabu, Tokyo, Kasumicho Yamagami invites you to savor an exceptional Japanese dining experience marked by seasonal, omakase-style offerings. This Michelin-starred restaurant is renowned for its masterful preparation of fresh, high-quality ingredients that delight the palate with every bite.
Starters
Begin your culinary journey with delicately crafted starters that set the tone for an unforgettable meal. The Eggplant Soup showcases a rich umami flavor, blending silky eggplant with dashi, soy sauce, and mirin for a subtle yet profound taste.
Alternatively, indulge in the Hamo Sashimi, featuring tender pike conger eel served with a fragrant ume sake dipping sauce that imparts a floral and refreshing essence, a dish that truly embodies Japanese seasonal elegance.
Mains
Kasumicho Yamagami’s mains are a celebration of seasonal seafood and vegetables, prepared with finesse to preserve natural flavors. The star of the menu is the Grilled Suppon, a tender soft-shelled turtle dish simmered in a savory blend of soy sauce, sake, and dashi, delivering a unique texture and deeply satisfying taste.
For seafood lovers, the Blackthroat Seaperch (Nodoguro) is seared to perfection, its succulent flesh enhanced by simple seasoning of salt and a hint of lemon to highlight its melt-in-the-mouth quality.
Vegetarian options shine with the Kamonasu Eggplant, a delicately flavored dish featuring premium Kamonasu eggplant with dashi and aromatic sansho shoots that add a subtle peppery note.
Completing the savory mains is the Sea Urchin Rice, a luxurious comfort food combining fresh sea urchin with perfectly steamed rice and tender seaweed, delivering an umami-packed and indulgent finish.
Desserts
End your meal with the traditional Warabi Mochi, a delicate jelly-like dessert made from warabi starch, dusted with nutty kinako roasted soybean flour and a touch of sugar, providing a light and subtly sweet finale.
Drinks
Complement your dining experience with an expertly curated selection of sake and wine, chosen to enhance the flavors of the seasonal menu. Though cocktails and coffee are not served, the beverage offerings ensure a perfect pairing for every course.
Specialties to try
- Grilled Suppon (Soft-Shelled Turtle) - A signature dish known for its tender texture and rich, savory sauce.
- Eggplant Soup - A comforting starter highlighting the umami richness of Japanese eggplant.
- Hamo Sashimi - Light and floral sashimi served with a unique ume sake dipping sauce.
