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This is a secluded restaurant where you can quietly listen to the whispers of the ingredients. I have always wanted to visit here. Sarukitchen in Higashi-Nakano! The amuse-bouche is a salad of green beans, okra, cucumber, and purple shiso. The okra's richness and the slightly quirky sweetness of the purple shiso... Combined with marinated onions in wine vinegar, the refreshing sweetness and the soft stickiness of okra create a crispy, crunchy texture. The gentle acidity creates a blue gradation that resonates. Next up is the Shizuoka sea snail tabbouleh flavored with cumin. The sea snail, nearly 2cm thick, exudes a refined wild charm while bursting with the sweet umami peculiar to the shellfish. The tabbouleh, with its delicate cumin flavor creeping up from the depths of the fragrant vegetables, complements the rich umami and aroma of the sea snail. The liver sauce, rich in flavor yet completely free of any unpleasant smell, adds a sophisticated touch. The wine I had was Saint-Veran Climat En Combe, with supple, thick fruitiness and a subtle mineral sensation. It had a smooth citrus scent. The porcini risotto was richer in umami and had a more refined aroma than porcini. The risotto, full of umami and aroma, was refined and elegant. "Please enjoy the tomatoes as a sauce substitute!" said the madam as she served the pan-seared red sea bream from Tsushima. The crispy-skinned red sea bream, bursting with noble umami and a tantalizing aroma of fat, paired with the tenderly pan-seared tomatoes, exuding a soft acidity and umami. The refined expression of the tomato, with a touch of bitterness, is something that cannot be achieved with a sauce. The dish is accentuated by the sharp and slightly spicy Myoganji radish. The wine I ordered to accompany the main course was Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Beaune, with a rich attack yet unexpectedly soft fruitiness. I enjoyed the supple and thick tannins. For the main course, I had the pleasure of meeting the Hungarian national treasure, Mangalica pork, again. The roast Mangalica pork shoulder loin exuded a powerful chewiness, a tearful aroma of fat, and a dynamic umami. The meat had a masculine yet glamorous aroma that tingled with excitement. This dish, with its glossy and masculine appearance, is exquisite! The highly acclaimed Sarukitchen eclair! Everyone, please try it! The eclair, which I had seen several times on Facebook, was a first for me to taste! Despite its small size, the eclair exuded a fragrant aroma from its tight dough. The creamy sweetness with a touch of melancholy and the bitter chocolate created a sophisticated contrast. The accompanying cardamom ice cream completely changed my perception of ice cream! The subtle sweetness creeping up from the rich milky taste and the calming aroma of cardamom. I hadn't experienced such meticulously calculated magic in a long time. I enjoyed a moment of tranquility with my favorite chamomile herbal tea, calming my heart after the exhilarating course. Just a 3-minute walk from JR Higashi-Nakano Station South Exit. This small restaurant in a quiet location just off the main street... In the quiet time, I enjoyed the exciting dishes that stirred my heart.