I regularly visit ShinoiS, and this is my review from July 2026.The vibrant spiciness created by green chili and citrus, the clear sweetness and fresh aroma of corn and winter melon, and the dazzling array of spices come together beautifully.Each dish presents a complex interplay of aroma, depth, spiciness, acidity, and sweetness, all while maintaining the essence of the ingredients, creating a balance of delicacy and strength.I was captivated by the flood of aromas and the diverse textures that appeared one after another, showcasing the essence of summer in a course that truly embodies the spirit of ShinoiS.I look forward to my next visit.▪️Price▪️Course + TEA pairingJPY 65,000▪️Course Duration▪️Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes■List of Dishes■【Shark Fin Spring Roll】★★★★【Seafood Spicy and Sour Stir-fry】★★★★★★【Corn】★★★★★★【Winter Melon Soup】★★★★★★【Braised Eel in Soy Sauce with Crepe】★★★★★【Dried Abalone】★★★★★【Eight Treasure Stir-fry】★★★★★【Omar and Katsuo Poached Fish】★★★★★★【Three Types of Meat】★★★★【Tears Bean Shumai】★★★★★【Scallion Fried Rice】★★★★【Shoyu Ramen】★★★★【Peach Dessert】★★★★★【Fresh Mochi】★★★★■TEA Pairing■① Pu-erh Old Tree Da Jin Ya② Huangshan Wild Tea③ Yunnan Black Tea④ Fresh Pu-erh You Le⑤ Phoenix Dan Cong Jiang Hua Xiang⑥ Gu Zhang Mao Jian⑦ Gong Mei⑧ Phoenix Dan Cong Yuan Sheng Gu Mu▪️Details Below▪️【Shark Fin Spring Roll】★★★★A classic spring roll made with two types of shark fin: hammerhead and mako. Topped with 24-month aged Comté cheese and smoked caviar.The crispy skin creates a delightful texture, releasing the aroma of caviar. The varying thickness of the shark fin fibers provides distinct textures, and the fish flavor gently expands with each bite.The aroma and umami blend beautifully with the richness of the Comté cheese, creating a delicious experience. This exciting spring roll heralds the start of the course.Pairing ①Pu-erh Old Tree Da Jin YaWith a refined sweetness, it refreshingly lingers.【Seafood Spicy and Sour Stir-fry】★★★★★★Featuring round fish, scallops, and whelk.The sharp spiciness from green chili and citrus spreads vibrantly, perfectly balanced by the oiliness.The whelk releases its aroma with each bite, the scallops offer a luscious sweetness, and the round fish showcases its white fish flavor robustly.The spicy and sour taste harmonizes beautifully with the individuality of each ingredient.A wonderfully refreshing summer seafood stir-fry.Pairing ② Huangshan Wild TeaA beautifully refreshing aroma that evokes the clear skies of Huangshan. This tea complements the lingering spiciness of the seafood stir-fry perfectly.【Corn】★★★★★★From Tochigi Prefecture, "Toshimaru"Freshly squeezed ice, mala jelly, hair chips, soup, pudding, fruit flesh, and black vinegar Shaoxing wine caramel.The natural sweetness and aroma of the soup and ice spread pleasantly across the palate.The spiciness of the mala jelly and the roasted aroma of the black vinegar Shaoxing wine caramel enhance the sweetness of the corn without overpowering it.Layering textures, temperatures, spiciness, and acidity, this dish showcases the unique deliciousness of corn in a way only Chinese cuisine can.Delicate and vibrant, this is ShinoiS's corn.Exquisite.Pairing ③ Yunnan Black TeaWith a sweet and floral aroma, it spreads a refreshing umami, leaving a pleasant aftertaste.【Winter Melon Soup】★★★★★★A soup made over two days with two types of chicken, Jinhua ham, and dried whelk.The moment the lid is lifted, a deep, umami-rich aroma captivates you. The soup is clear yet sweet and deeply flavorful.The fresh aroma of winter melon shines brightly within the clear umami, spreading gently across the palate.Even after swallowing, the deep umami lingers long.A remarkable soup that embodies both transparency and strength.【Braised Eel in Soy Sauce with Crepe】★★★★★Burdock crepePecan nuts, white cucumber, myoga.The aroma of burdock seamlessly transitions to the scent of eel and soy sauce.Then, the crunchy texture and richness of the pecans, the freshness and greenness of the white cucumber, and the refreshing aroma of myoga emerge one after another.It’s a flood of aromas and textures.The eel deepens its flavor by absorbing the umami of the soy sauce and burdock, while the sourness of the white cucumber adds a clear outline to the dish.The deliciousness continues without becoming tiresome.Pairing ④ Fresh Pu-erh You LeWith a crisp mouthfeel, a round sweetness emerges, followed by the characteristic aroma of pu-erh.The roundness of the flavor and aroma pairs beautifully with the eel crepe.【Dried Abalone】★★★★★A specialty of ShinoiS.Dried abalone from Yoshihama, Iwate, soaked in water for about a week, then simmered in the soaking liquid for another week to create this dish.The mineral-rich umami of the soup spreads gently from the mouth to the tongue.The dried abalone releases its umami with each bite, and as you chew, the aroma and flavor harmonize beautifully.This natural and robust deliciousness is what dried abalone is all about.Pairing ⑤ Phoenix Dan Cong Jiang Hua XiangA sweet aroma spreads gently, creating a floral first impression.While being vibrant, it remains soft, enhancing the lingering flavor without clashing with the dried abalone.【Eight Treasure Stir-fry】★★★★★- Zucchini: Chili oil, mint limeFried zucchini coated in oil.The refreshing burst of mint rides on the juiciness of the zucchini, delivering a spicy kick.A taste of summer.- Pea shoots: Stir-fried with XO sauceThe robust umami of XO sauce spreads alongside the freshness of the pea shoots.- Okra: Stir-fried with sweet bean sauceThe sweetness and depth of the sweet bean sauce enhance the freshness of the okra.- Baby eggplant: Black vinegar gingerThe sharp acidity of black vinegar highlights the flavor of the baby eggplant.- Sesame dumpling: White sesameAromatic white sesame.The sweetness inside blends smoothly with the palate.- Cantonese cabbage: Garlic braisedThe sweetness of the cabbage bursts forth from within.- Tomato: Pickled in Shaoxing wineThe oiliness and richness of the Shaoxing wine blend with the juicy sweetness of the tomato, creating a delightful combination.- Golden thread melon: Tossed in Sichuan pepper oilThe crisp texture is beautifully complemented by the vibrant aroma of Sichuan pepper.Each vegetable layers different aromas and flavors, vividly depicting the essence of summer in the Eight Treasure Stir-fry.Pairing ⑥ Gu Zhang Mao JianA refreshing green aroma spreads lightly, cleansing the oiliness of the Eight Treasure Stir-fry and leading to the next bite.【Omar and Katsuo Poached Fish】★★★★★★Homemade oil made from ten spicesChicken, pork, and shrimp consomme.First, a sip of the soup.A harmonious blend of aroma, depth, spiciness, acidity, and sweetness rushes through the palate with vibrant deliciousness.This striking flavor draws you into the world of the dish.The sweet flavor from the bouncy texture of the omar intensifies with the deep umami of the soup, highlighted by the spiciness and acidity.The katsuo fish has a gentle, clear flavor that dissolves softly.As the soup envelops it, the inherent flavors of the ingredients become even more pronounced.Respecting the essence of the ingredients, this poached fish showcases the sweet, sour, and spicy characteristics of Chinese cuisine, embodying the spirit of ShinoiS.Pairing ⑦ Gong MeiAged clarity of umami and complex aromas spread throughout.【Three Types of Meat】★★★★- Kibi Maru Pork Spare RibsSichuan-style spice oven-baked.Biting into it releases a burst of spice aroma, deep and vibrant.Then, the sweetness of the pork fat and the robust umami of the meat flow out.- Date ChickenHainan-style coconut hot pot.The saltiness of the soy sauce transitions smoothly into the aroma of coconut, revealing the chicken's umami with each bite.- Naniwa Black BeefCantonese-style oyster stir-fry.The richness of the oyster sauce brings forth the umami of the beef.A convincing deliciousness.Pairing ⑧ Phoenix Dan Cong Yuan Sheng Gu MuWith deep aroma and umami, the flavor is clear and round, enhancing the deliciousness of the meat.【Tears Bean Shumai】★★★★★Packed with tears beans that burst with a pop, releasing a fresh aroma.Supported by the umami of the meat, the sweetness and aroma of the beans spread throughout the mouth.A summer delight.【Scallion Fried Rice】★★★★The freshness of the scallions and the umami of the rice and fat spread robustly yet elegantly.A fried rice that embodies the strength and beauty characteristic of ShinoiS.【Shoyu Ramen】★★★★A soup made by simmering 38 Zen chicken and Kibi Maru pork for six hours, seasoned with three types of soy sauce and two types of salt.The rich soy aroma and deep umami of the soup cling well to the ultra-thin noodles.The flavor is both rich and clear, truly refined.【Peach Dessert】★★★★★Almond and Yume Mizuki ice creamKanou Rock compoteWhite peach soupThe soup is filled with the aroma and sweetness of peach flesh, as if you are drinking the fruit itself.The compote concentrates the sweetness of the peach, offering a juicy and rich peach experience.The ice cream spreads a refreshing aroma of almond and peach from its soft acidity.Each element showcases different expressions, fully highlighting the individuality of the peach.【Fresh Mochi】★★★★American cherry and yogurt.The chewy dough combines the soft acidity of yogurt and the vibrant acidity of cherry, spreading harmoniously.Thank you for reading.If you found this helpful, I would appreciate a "like" or "follow."I also have an 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