カフェモカ男
In July 2020, a collaboration between "Sushi Saito," "Contemporary Art Gallery," and "LDH" resulted in the opening of a sushi restaurant. The restaurant is located about a 5-minute walk from Naka-Meguro Station, which is served by the Tokyu Toyoko Line and Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. It is situated on the first floor of Castalia Naka-Meguro, across the Meguro River after turning off from Yamate Street into a side street. The restaurant is a hidden gem with no signboard or curtain, offering a modern space that combines elements of both Japanese and Western styles. Inside, you will find paintings on display. During the day (11:00-17:00), it operates as NANZUKA's gallery, while in the evening (18:00-23:00), it transforms into Sushi Saito's sushi restaurant. The space hosts unique exhibitions by artists from around the world, changing every 4-6 weeks. The restaurant is led by Ikuya Kobayashi, a protege of Takashi Saito, who achieved two Michelin stars at "Sushi Saito" in Hong Kong before returning to Japan. Today's omakase course included dishes such as steamed clam, simmered abalone and octopus, shirako, nodoguro soup, anago sushi, tuna collar, kue, striped jack, tuna, shrimp, marinated tuna, firefly squid, fatty tuna, salmon roe, mantis shrimp, horse mackerel, ark shell, sea urchin, shrimp, negitoro maki, and kappa maki. The attention to detail in both ingredients and tableware is evident, and the sushi reflects the legacy of Takashi Saito. The large grains of rice seasoned with red vinegar and salt are designed to enhance the flavor of the premium ingredients. The timing of the rice and topping melting in your mouth separately creates a sophisticated dining experience. It was a pleasure to enjoy seasonal sushi in an art gallery setting. Thank you for the feast.