I finally visited the highly popular sushi restaurant "Ranmaru" after waiting six months! This time, my friend made the reservation, allowing us to finally experience it. The restaurant is located in a residential area a short walk from Meguro Station!We ordered the 【Omakase Course for JPY 30,000】.On this day, we enjoyed some Japanese sake:• Shōshiki Sensation Blue 2024• Amano Bi Special Junmai KaratenBoth paired wonderfully with the dishes!Here’s what was included in the course:◾️ Junmai from Akita Prefecture and Okinawa Mozuku VinegarMixed well with ginger, this dish combined the unique textures of junmai and mozuku, making it a fascinating item.◾️ Nigiri- Tosa Kinmedai from Kochi Prefecture -This was my favorite of the day! ✨The Kinmedai was perfectly fatty with exquisite seasoning, and the texture was delightful as soon as it hit my mouth!◾️ Hair Crab from the Sea of Okhotsk and Yoichi Saltwater UniTopped with a dashi jelly, the sweetness of the crab and the richness of the saltwater uni were beautifully balanced by the dashi flavor!◾️ Torigai from Murotsu, Hyogo PrefectureServed lightly marinated!This was my first time trying torigai, and it had a sweet flavor reminiscent of oysters.◾️ Abalone from Chiba PrefectureCut into two pieces, one served as is and the other with abalone liver sauce and wasabi.It was fun to compare the two!◾️ Grilled Sawara from Koshiba, Kanagawa PrefectureThis impressive fish, known as "Dragon Sawara," was grilled to perfection, with a fluffy texture that paired excellently with the sake!◾️ Gunkan- Ikura -The texture of each roe was fantastic, bursting with flavor with every bite!◾️ Nigiri- Aori Ika -Finely cut, it had a very tender texture, releasing sweetness with each bite!◾️ Deep-fried Scallops from Nemuro, HokkaidoTopped with plenty of karasumi, wrapped in nori.The black pepper added a nice accent.◾️ Bettara-zukeThis helped cleanse the palate!◾️ Nigiri- Akami -Rich in umami, it deepened in flavor with each bite.- Chutoro -A luxurious double-layered nigiri!The sweetness of the melting fat was irresistible! ✨- Kasugodai Kombu-jime -With just the right amount of kombu flavor, it was elegantly delicious!◾️ Chawanmushi with Nori Sauce and Sushi RiceA white miso-based chawanmushi!Topped with fried green onions, it was wonderfully aromatic.The texture of the sushi rice inside was delightful, and it was a unique combination I had never tried before.This was delicious!◾️ Nigiri- Donchicchi Aji -This was my favorite nigiri of the day!The rich flavor and fat of this brand of aji were truly exceptional, making me want to have another piece! ✨- Hokkigai -Sweet and enjoyable in texture!◾️ Gunkan- Murasaki Uni from Hokkaido, Umikaze -Rich yet light on the palate, it paired perfectly with the nori!◾️ Nigiri- Densuke Anago -With a fluffy mouthfeel, it was surprisingly tender for such a large anago.A perfect way to finish the meal!◾️ Rolls• Toro Taku• Negitoro• Kappa MakiI especially recommend the Toro Taku, where the fat of the toro and the texture of the takuan pair beautifully!For dessert:◾️ Mandarin Juice and Milk GelatoI enjoyed every last bite.The sushi rice was skillfully tailored for each topping, with a slightly firmer texture that suited my taste, showing careful consideration for the pairing with each ingredient! ✨I completely understand the six-month wait for this popular spot! With the quality of the dishes, the nigiri, and the overall experience, the JPY 30,000 omakase course was absolutely worth it!I especially want to have the Kinmedai and Donchicchi Aji again!Reservations are not easy, but I definitely want to visit this recommended restaurant again!
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