In recent years, the quality of sake enjoyed in Japan and overseas has reached new levels, as brewers combine tradition and technology in new and exciting ways. The Joy of Sake celebrates the wonderful variety of delicious sake being made today. Guests at the Tokyo event may sample over 500 sakes from every region of Japan together with sake appetizers prepared by 15 specialty restaurants. The event is held in the penthouse “Tokubetsu Hall” of the TOC Building, a 10-minute walk from Gotanda Station.
Restaurants
Sake complements a wide variety of appetizers and entrees. The restaurants below distinguish themselves not only by their outstanding cuisine, but also by their appreciation of the luster that fine sakes can add to a meal.
Restaurant Kazu
Featured Dish: Parmesan Cheese Tart Flambé flavored with Itoshima herbs
Uraya
Featured Dish: Appetizer Olympic: Hawaiian Blue Jelly, Iwanori Seaweed Wasabi, Wagyu Beef Steak, Miso-marinaded Egg Yolk, Sweet Chili Pepper
Wagashi Kunpu
Featured Dish: Assorted Japanese Sweets: azuki-filled wafers, sweet bean nerikiri
Spice Bar Kozaburo
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Featured Dish: Sorra Puttu: Kesennuma Mako Shark Kerala-style Spicy Stir-fry
HAMAMORI
Featured Dish: Poke Bowl Duo Hamamori Style: spicy tropical fruit sauce & shiokoji wasabi mayo sauce
Suzuya
Featured Dish: Oyako Chirashi Sushi with seasonal vegetables, 20 days aged salmon and Hokkaido ikura
Team Gotanda (SAKE story・AGI・Hojahi)
SAKE story
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AGI
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Hojahi
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Featured Dish: Joy of Sake Special Potato Salad Trio
Beast Kitchen
Featured Dish: Hokkaido Beef Brisket Stir-fry Beast Kitchen Special