higashiyama muku menu overview
Nestled in the tranquil neighborhood of Meguro City, Tokyo, Higashiyama Muku offers an exclusive culinary journey that epitomizes refined Japanese cuisine. This intimate restaurant, with seating limited to just eight guests, dazzles visitors with a meticulously crafted Chef's Tasting Course that celebrates the freshest seasonal ingredients from land and sea.
starters and appetizers
Begin your culinary adventure with delicately prepared seasonal fish and seafood that showcase both traditional techniques and innovative flavors. Expect exquisite presentations such as black abalone steamed with bamboo shoots, accented by vibrant elements like dashi jelly and fresh herbs, delivering a balanced harmony of taste and texture.
mains
The heart of the experience is the Chef's Tasting Course featuring an array of seasonal fish, premium seafood, and carefully selected vegetables. Highlights include straw-smoked blue-eye tuna tataki, charcoal-grilled swordfish bathed in a delicate egg-based broth, and tender tortoise grilled with a fragrant citrus vinegar glaze. Each dish is a masterful expression of umami and seasonal freshness.
specials and unique dishes
- Steamed tiger puffer and milt with rice – A luxurious blend of charcoal-grilled tiger puffer topped with wasabi soy-pickled flower wasabi, mixed into a creamy risotto-style rice, bursting with rich flavor.
- Rice cooked with whitebait, butterbur, and sesame – A spring-inspired dish combining the delicate umami of whitebait with the subtle bitterness of butterbur and the fragrant aroma of sesame, cooked to tender perfection.
- Duck meat ramen – An elegant, deeply flavored soup featuring rich duck broth paired with tender noodles for a comforting yet sophisticated finish.
desserts
Complete your meal with exquisite desserts such as the mild and flavorful French Fourme d'Ambert ice cream, enhanced with a subtle honey aroma. Seasonal sweets from Kyoto add a traditional touch, perfectly balancing the meal with delicate sweetness and refined artistry.
drinks
Higashiyama Muku offers a curated selection of sake and beverages that perfectly complement the nuanced flavors of the cuisine. The sommelier owner ensures each drink pairing enhances the seasonal ingredients, providing a harmonious dining experience.
exclusive dining experience
With a serene atmosphere, a simple white wood L-shaped counter, and only eight seats available per evening, Higashiyama Muku offers a private and immersive omakase dining experience. Reservations are essential to savor this exceptional journey into authentic, seasonal Japanese gastronomy.
