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Ushikaku Azabujuban is located in the basement of a building within walking distance from Azabujuban Station in Minato, Tokyo. I visited Ushikaku Azabujuban for dinner on August 17, 2023 (Thursday). It is a restaurant where you can enjoy premium black wagyu yakiniku with a sommelier's wine pairing. Despite the hot weather, the interior of the restaurant was comfortable. The restaurant is designed with only private rooms, featuring stylish decor with warm lighting in black tones. The clientele is diverse, ranging from young to old. Jazz music with a deep bass played in the background. Upon entering the restaurant, we were provided with cold towels. The staff's friendly and attentive service was outstanding. We had the Wine Pairing Course limited to one group per day. We started with a toast of Nicolas Guescan Blanc de Blanc Brut Premier Cru Champagne. The fresh caviar used was Sturia's Oscietra caviar, served on a pancake-like blini with Inca Awakening mousse. The caviar's flavor was enhanced by the Inca Awakening and the blini's sweetness. The Uni Beef and Wagyu Nigiri were enjoyed with sweet soy sauce from Kyushu. The Uni Beef was incredibly fresh with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the Wagyu Nigiri featured tender inner thigh meat on red vinegar rice, enhancing the meat's richness. The seasonal appetizer trio consisted of Shizuoka-grown Tsurumurasaki seaweed, Kyoto-grown Kamo eggplant tempura, and homemade sesame tofu. The seaweed was fresh and refreshing, the eggplant tempura was succulent and flavorful, and the homemade sesame tofu had a rich sesame flavor. The pairing was with Kokoro Onozuka Shirazanari white wine, which had a broth-like flavor that complemented the appetizers well. The Premium Thick Tongue used Wagyu tongue meat, served with miso-marinated cheese and vinegar citrus. The tongue had a crispy texture, bursting with meat juices, while the vinegar citrus provided a refreshing contrast and the miso-marinated cheese enhanced the richness. The Truffle Yukke featured summer-exclusive Austrian truffles, served with Gorgonzola mayonnaise, blackcurrant mustard, and garlic tabanade sauce. The Yukke had a firm texture and a flavorful taste, with the truffle's aromatic scent enhancing the dish's deliciousness. The rich flavor paired well with the wine. The pairing Champagne, Cadinoir Grand Cru Aï Tradition Brut, had a pleasant aroma and a nutty, berry-like flavor. The Wasabi-pickled Kainomi was enjoyed with light soy sauce. The wasabi's refreshing aroma paired well with the soft texture of the Kainomi, creating a flavorful and savory experience. The Burgundy Domaine Baran red wine had a vibrant aroma and a fruity flavor. The Shark Fin Soup contained shark fin and onsen tamago, with a broth made from chicken, dried scallops, clams, and clams. The soup was rich in fish flavor, with ample shark fin and the creamy texture of the egg. The Grilled Sukiyaki with Inner Thigh was tender and flavorful, with a chewy texture and a rich taste, complemented by the creamy egg. The Carmignano Riserva Piaggia red wine had a refreshing acidity and a rich, fruity flavor. The salad made with locally sourced vegetables included Collinkey from Shizuoka, Berry Leaf from Ibaraki, Setouchi's Iwakishi Lemon juice, and Italian extra virgin olive oil dressing. The fresh vegetables were delicious, with the dressing adding a zesty touch.