I was finally able to visit after a long time.This time, it was my first lunch visit.I requested the omakase course with pairings (I had a half portion, and my companion had a quarter).⚫︎ Beginning with a sip - Corn EssenceA cold corn tea made only from the core of the corn.The aroma and sweetness are surprisingly rich and full-bodied.The pairing begins.The champagne is "Beaumont des Crayères Grand Réserve Brut."It has a refreshing acidity with a gentle sweetness on the finish.This is delicious!⚫︎ Seasonal "Sen ni Hitotsu mo"The dish paired with this champagne features red sea urchin from Shimonoseki and eggplant from Wakamatsu, Kitakyushu.The red sea urchin is incredibly sweet and rich in umami, with a hint of ocean flavor that spreads in the mouth.The eggplant is smooth, aromatic, juicy, and sweet—almost like fruit.The happiness of washing down this sea urchin and eggplant with champagne is pure luxury.Next, we have Aomori's "Tazake."This Junmai Ginjo, made with Yamada Nishiki summer sake, is served in a wine glass after being rinsed.Additionally, we enjoy a comparison of two types of sake rice: the "father's" Wataribune No. 2 and the "mother's" Yamada Ho.⚫︎ Bottom-dragging "Tachi-Omi"Thick, meaty ribbonfish.We enjoyed it hand-rolled with shari (sushi rice) and condiments wrapped in nori.Broccoli sprouts, delicate condiments, and plum paste.The fluffy texture and tender ribbonfish are beautiful, with an excellent quality of flesh.Next, we have "Amana Neko" from Aramasa Brewery.A rare bottle numbered 6 out of a limited 180.This is a middle-pressed barrel sake.Additionally, we have four bottles from the following color series:- Kaizen Shinkou, Akizakura- Kame no O, Suiboku- Misato Nishiki, Velvet (Viridian)- Akita Sake Komachi, Namazake, Seisei, Ecru⚫︎ Kanmon "Can you hear it???"This is an octopus from the Kanmon Strait.What a large and impressive octopus it is! We enjoyed it simmered.The white dressing includes peach, okra, and green beans? It has a smooth finish.It felt like pairing fruit with wine.Next, we have white wine.Chardonnay from Terres de Ciel Winery in Nagano.Fresh and juicy with a delightful crispness.⚫︎ Flavor "The Yellow of Happiness"The soup is a smooth corn gold rush.It has a rich sweetness but an elegant flavor.And here comes my favorite, "Juyondai!"Banshu Hakutsuru Nishiki EXTRA Junmai Daiginjo.It has a high-quality, rich aroma and flavor. This was delicious.We also had Nanatari Nijuukan and Ryuu no Otoshigo.I’m always impressed and moved by the opportunity to compare three types of Juyondai.⚫︎ Umami "King of Fish"The sashimi features red sea urchin from Hagi, Yamaguchi, sea bream, and spear squid.Paired with Juyondai, the delicious aftertaste lingers in the mouth.An unbeatable marriage.Next, we have sake from Yamagata, "Kudoki Jouzu Jr." with Aiyama 33.Additionally, we have "Kame Sennin," made from Kame no O, with a polishing ratio of 40%, Junmai Daiginjo.⚫︎ Shore "Unrequited Love"An incredibly thick abalone.The delicate umami and aroma stand out in this exquisite broth.It was served over Miwa no Goku somen.Fava beans were also included.Next, we have red wine.Muscat Bailey A from Kumamoto Wine Farm.Soft and gentle acidity.YAMAGA.⚫︎ Wrapped "Gion Matsuri"The mystery of the menu—this one stumped me.It seems that "Gion Matsuri" is also referred to as "Hamo Matsuri," and the ingredient for this dish was hamo (pike eel).We enjoyed the hamo from Kitakyushu grilled with a glaze.Instead of unagi (eel) "umaki," it was hamo "hamaki."With potatoes and a dashi omelet made from free-range eggs.Sansho pepper adds an accent.From Miyagi, we have "Suminokawa," Ginsei 40, Junmai Daiginjo.Additionally, we have two types of DATE7.⚫︎ Mizuho "Flying Ball"Fried wild sweetfish from Yamaguchi (fry = flying ball!).Served with salt and homemade sauce.The gentle acidity of the tomato in this sauce is exquisite.The fluffy flavor and texture of the sweetfish are remarkable.We enjoyed Genki Tsukushi rice and red miso soup.What a delicious set of rice and miso soup.I even had a second helping of rice.After the meal, we had iced coffee and herbal tea.⚫︎ Sweet "Queen of Wakamatsu"A watermelon called Wakamatsu Queen!They even surprised me with a birthday plate.The day before my visit was my birthday.I was so happy they remembered! ^^Once again, this happy time flew by. I spent nearly three hours savoring happiness and enjoying a blissful moment.Every visit seems to overwrite my happiness and excitement, providing an absolute sense of satisfaction and fulfillment.There is no other place that can surpass Tobi Ume for me.Thank you for your wonderful hospitality once again.I am truly grateful to be able to come here. I can’t wait for my next visit.It was a great meal! (^^)
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