Shiba Tofuya-Ukai // Tokyo

Situated next to Tokyo Tower, relive the culture of Edo at one of Tokyo’s popular new venues. You can enjoy the exquisite taste of the tofu dishes while viewing and strolling in the 71,000 square foot Japanese garden.

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Even only the garden makes a visit to Shiba Tofuya-Ukai worthwhile.
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Restaurant is almost hidden in a secluded garden.
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There are separated seating areas for private parties as well as a large restaurant area.
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Just sit on traditional tatami styles and ‘breathe-in’ the gorgeous garden made with thousand shades of green. It’s so easy to forget you’re in the middle of world’s one of the most populous cities.
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Lotus root cake and eggplant
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Deep fried Tofu with miso sauce elegantly served
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Portions are really small, more ‘tapas’ like as in most traditional Japanese restaurants. You generally get 10-15 varieties so you end up being happy about the portions.
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Assorted sashimi
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Assorted sashimi
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Simmered deep fried Tofu cake and shrimp was absolutely amazing.
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Salmon roe and Japanese pickles, Boiled spinach with tofu dressing, Sweet fish, Mushroom sushi.
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Our server gently serving salmon roe and Japanese pickles.
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A closer look to the appetizers. Visual aspects of the food is as important as its taste in Japanese kitchen. Everything is well thought of, organized in a distinct way.
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Our server making -not just preparing or serving – the Tofu in at the table.

 

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Tofu is solidifying and is ready to be served.
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Tofu in seasoned soy milk / Kelp soup with tofu.
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Grilled pacific saury
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Mashed sweet patatoes
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They also have an American bar in the restaurant where you can get an aperitif before the dinner.
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If you forget that you’re still in the city, you just need to look up. Tokyo tower is really nearby and provides an interesting contrast to your surroundings.
Address: 4丁目-4-13 Shibakoen, Minato, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan
Phone:+81 3-3436-1028

http://www.ukai.co.jp/english/shiba/index.html