Spring Sake Release Party

Spring is here, and we’re raising a glass to the season! Join us for an exclusive Spring Sake Release Party, featuring limited-edition, unpasteurized and exclusive sakes - a Japanese tradition celebrating the arrival of spring. These fresh sakes are produced in small batches, making them a rare seasonal treat.

Savor twelve courses of expertly paired small plates to explore the delicate flavors of spring, and enjoy an evening of great sake and even better company. Whether you're a longtime sake lover or just getting started, this is a tasting experience you won’t want to miss!

What’s Happening?

• Curated Sake Pairing Experience: Guests will receive seven expertly selected sakes, with a selection crafted small plates to enhance the flavors of each sake.

• Sake Experts to Guide You: Four of our favorite sake sommeliers will be on hand to walk you through each pairing, offering insights and recommendations. 

• Tasting Stations: Additional sake tasting stations will be set up throughout the restaurant, allowing guests to explore even more unique and seasonal sakes while learning about their brewing process, flavor profiles, and cultural significance.

• More to Love: Hungry for more? Our full menu will be available for à la carte orders. 

• Reserve Your Spot: Book a table in advance—reservations only!

Spring Sake Release Menu

COURSE 1

Brand: Imayo Tsukasa Ima 

Style: Junmai

Region: Niigata

Tasting Notes: Refreshingly acidic with apple, floral and mineral notes

Pairing: OYSTER TRIO, apple mignonette, tarragon salsa verde, yuzu kosho 

COURSE 2

Brand: Seikyo, Omachi Namazaki

Style: Nama Junmai Ginjo Spring Seasonal “Live Heirloom”

Region: Hiroshima

Tasting Notes: Brash and yeasty on the nose, herbal and grassy on the palate, delicate finish

Pairing: YOUNG YELLOWTAIL SASHIMI aged soy, fresh wasabi

COURSE 3

Brand: Heiwa Shuzou Kid “Natsu no Shippu”

Style: Junmai Ginjo

Region: Wakayama

Tasting Notes: Crisp apple, sharp acidity with a balance of umami

Pairing: SCALLOP TARTARE tempura shiso, yuzu soy

COURSE 4

Brand: Dewazakura Green Ridge

Style: Nama Genshu

Region: Yamagata

Tasting Notes: Bright with a slight tartness.  

Pairing: LIVE OCTOPUS CARPACCIO hot oil, peppers, onions, cilantro

COURSE 5

Brand: Akitabare Spring Snow

Style: Honjozo

Region: Akita

Tasting Notes: Languishingly dry, slight sweetness

Pairing: HAKU BOX SUSHI  seared bonito, ponzu, shiso flowers

COURSE 6

Brand: Shichi Hon Yari

Style: Junmai Nama

Region: Shiga

Tasting Notes: Brash, yeasty, biscuity on the nose, fresh grapefruit flavors, sharp and clean 

Pairing: LOBSTER TOAST  yuzu zest, shiso

COURSE 7

Brand: Afuri

Style: Junmai Ginjo Namachozo

Region: Kanagawa

Tasting notes: Aromas of honeysuckle, white grape, and lemon balm

Pairing: GRILLED SALMON SAKE KASU ( salmon marinated in the leftover solids when brewing sake)

COURSE 8

Brand: Chikurin

Style: Junmai Ginjo Namazake

Region: Okayama

Tasting Notes: Creamy lush texture, aromas of papaya, cherry, and ripe cantaloupe

Pairing: FATTY TUNA TOSTADA habanero aioli

COURSE 9

Brand: Ohmine Seasonal Arrival

Style: Junmai Daiginjo

Region: Chu-goku

Tasting Notes: Apple and grapefruit, acidic, sweet with a hint of sour

Pairing: STEAMED CHILEAN SEABASS ginger, scallion, mushroom dashi

COURSE 10

Brand: Kamoizumi

Style: Nigori Ginjo

Region: Hiroshima

Tasting Notes: Rich and creamy, brimming with natural flavors of rice

Pairing: GRILLED SCALLOP dashi, takenoko (fresh bamboo shoot)

COURSE 11

Brand: Takeda

Style: Junmai Nama

Region: Niigata

Tasting Notes: strong aroma of watermelon, grown with rice 20 minutes from brewery

Pairing: TSKUNE MEATBALL YAKITORI aged soy, quail egg, scallion

COURSE 12

Brand: Makihata

Style: Junmai Ginjo Namazake

Region: Niigata

Tasting Notes: Aromas of honeysuckle, white grape and lemon balm

Pairing: WAGYU BEEF SKEWER grilled mushroom glaze