Dinner at Ushimaru (ウシマル)

Dinner at Ushimaru (ウシマル)

at Ushimaru (ウシマル) on 1 September 2026
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Homemade Charcuterie Platter A selection of prosciutto, salami, and pâté made from locally sourced pork and game meat from Chiba Prefecture. The rich flavors of aged meat and the sweetness of the fat make this dish a perfect starter.Fresh Local Vegetable Salad An appetizer featuring fresh herbs, wild greens, and seasonal vegetables picked every morning from a farm in Sanbu. The natural bitterness and sweetness of the ingredients stand out beautifully.Freshly Baked Homemade Focaccia A large loaf baked to perfection, served hot and cut right in front of you. The outside is crispy and fragrant, while the inside is moist and chewy.Grilled Wild Boar from Chiba Prefecture (Game) Wild boar meat sourced locally, with no gamey taste. Enjoy the sweetness of the fat and the rich flavor of the red meat, carefully grilled over charcoal.Grilled Local Fish from Kujukuri White fish that has reached peak flavor through proper nerve stunning. The skin is crispy and fragrant, while the flesh is moist and perfectly cooked.Handmade Pasta with Lobster and Local Flour A rich sauce made not only from lobster meat but also from its roe and tomalley. The chewy homemade pasta clings perfectly to the sauce.Warm Dishes with Mega Abalone and Local Vegetables Mega abalone from Katsuura (presentation of the ingredient before cooking). A giant mega abalone, freshly caught, is brought to your table as part of the course. This presentation allows you to feel the vitality of the ingredient directly.A dish featuring the showcased mega abalone, cooked to perfection. The tender and elastic texture combines beautifully with the abalone liver and seasonal vegetable sauce.Refreshing Citrus and Herb Hand-Pulled Kittara A dish of thick hand-pulled pasta called "Kittara," garnished with chopped ingredients and citrus zest. This dish remains light and refreshing, even in the latter part of the course.Palate Cleanser Granita Served before the main meat course, this herb-flavored ice dessert is presented in a shell-shaped dish, refreshing your palate.Chunk of Jersey Beef from Sanbu (presentation of the ingredient before cooking) Jersey beef from Sanbu, raised for 25 months and aged for 54 days, is showcased in its impressive chunk form before being grilled over charcoal.Grilled Jersey Beef from Sanbu (Main Dish) The main dish features the concentrated flavors of 54-day aged red meat. The outside is crispy while the inside is a beautiful rosy color, enhanced by accompanying aromatic vegetables and condiments.Signature Fresh Milk Gelato A signature dessert representing Ushimaru. Made with fresh local milk, it offers a pure sweetness and rich creaminess that fills your mouth.Dessert in a Wooden Bowl & Coffee Rich ice cream and crunchy crumble served in a warm wooden bowl. Enjoy the lingering flavors of the course with coffee brewed from beans specially blended for Ushimaru.Takeout Souvenir Ushimaru's Lasagna (400g / JPY 2,000) A new-style lasagna built without the use of typical white sauce or excessive cheese, relying solely on the robust flavors of meat (ragù), tomatoes, and homemade pasta layers. It has a substantial feel without being too heavy, allowing you to enjoy the restaurant's dedication at home.Originally developed as a "children's only" dish, it has become a popular item among adults due to its incredible taste. I experienced firsthand the reason for its popularity and the greatness of the "Three Charms" mentioned in the leaflet.A Surprising "White Sauce-Free" Method Filled with Chiba's Bounty The biggest surprise is that it contains no cheese, cream, or typical white sauce (béchamel). So where does the creaminess come from? The secret lies in the "homemade yogurt made from fresh milk from Sanbu City, Chiba Prefecture!" This removes the heaviness traditionally associated with lasagna, resulting in a refreshing aftertaste while maximizing the richness and flavor of the ingredients.Luxurious Ragù Made from Aged Jersey Beef The beef used is specially raised "Jersey beef from Chiba Prefecture," which is served as the restaurant's main dish. Combined with the homemade lasagna dough and tomato sauce from Chiba Prefecture, it delivers an incredibly rich and deep meat flavor directly. With each bite, the rich aroma of the meat fills your mouth.The Ultimate "Simplicity" That Captivates Both Adults and Children Without relying on cheese, the flavors of carefully selected local "wheat," "tomatoes," "fresh milk," and "beef" are perfectly balanced by the acidity of the homemade yogurt. The philosophy of Ushimaru, which emphasizes "simple dishes that highlight the natural flavors of the ingredients," is encapsulated in this lasagna.

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