Nipponia Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu menu overview
Nestled in the heart of Nara's Shiki District, Nipponia Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu offers a captivating culinary journey that perfectly marries traditional soy sauce craftsmanship with innovative Japanese cuisine. The menu highlights the richness of locally harvested organic vegetables and premium Yamato pork, with seasonal changes eight times annually to ensure freshness and variety.
Starters and appetizers
Though the main spotlight is on the mains, guests can indulge in unique soy sauce-infused starters such as fresh soy sauce sashimi, showcasing fresh fish from Osaka’s market paired with vibrant, home-grown vegetables like daikon radish, Malabar spinach, and okra. The delicate balance of flavors offers a refreshing introduction to the meal.
Main courses
The mains at Maruto Shoyu are a true testament to the fine art of soy sauce cuisine. Delight in the Fresh Soy Sauce Sashimi, featuring pristine fish from Osaka's renowned market matched with freshly picked local vegetables, delivering umami in every bite. Another standout is the Figs, Unrefined Soy Sauce Lees, and Yamato Beef—an inspired fusion where tender Yamato beef harmonizes with sweet figs and the rich depth of unrefined soy sauce lees. For rice lovers, the Claypot Rice with Edamame and Hairy Crab offers a comforting, aromatic dish combining Hinohikari rice, garden-fresh edamame, succulent hairy crab, and a savory touch of unrefined soy sauce lees.
Desserts and sweets
Desserts at Nipponia Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu are crafted to gently conclude your meal with subtle sweetness and soy sauce nuances. Savor delicacies such as tofu made from special Yamato soybeans called Daiteppou Totomi, which offers a smooth texture and delicate taste, perfectly complementing the restaurant’s signature flavors.
Drinks selection
Complement your meal with an impressive variety of local sake, carefully curated to enhance the soy sauce-forward cuisine. The restaurant also offers beer and other beverages, perfect for pairing with the diverse flavors found throughout the menu.
Special tasting courses
For an immersive culinary experience, the restaurant offers meticulously crafted tasting menus that showcase seven to eight courses highlighting their signature soy sauce varieties such as soy sauce paste, raw soy sauce, moromi sake lees, red wine teriyaki, lemon soy sauce, and caramel soy sauce. These courses are thoughtfully paired with rare Yamato vegetables and traditional ingredients to create balanced and memorable meals. The calm and refined atmosphere makes it especially appealing for food connoisseurs and couples seeking an intimate dining experience.
- Fresh Soy Sauce Sashimi: Fresh fish from Osaka’s market accompanied by home-grown vegetables such as daikon radish and Malabar spinach.
- Figs, Unrefined Soy Sauce Lees, and Yamato Beef: A creative main dish combining tender Yamato beef with sweet figs and the rich flavor of unrefined soy sauce lees.
- Claypot Rice with Edamame and Hairy Crab: Hinohikari rice simmered with fresh edamame, succulent hairy crab, and unrefined soy sauce lees for depth.
