A Late ReviewAs we enter June, it's the season for filling rice paddies with water, but it seems like it's been raining a bit too much.Now, let's take a look at the menu:- Himuro: Heat Relief- Kanmon: Short Legs- Jimi: A Wish Upon a Star- Umami: Chicken Fish- Sokubiki: Dragon- Yoshino: Rainy Season- Daichi: Bi-Color- Mizuho: Pure Flavor- Kanbi: Fast and Thirteen YearsHmm, hmm...The riddle of the sea and chicken? I have no idea...Only when the dishes arrive does it all make sense.The answer is Isaki (Japanese sea bream).I feel delighted when I understand the riddles while looking at the menu, and when the dishes come out, they exceed my expectations.Every time, I am overwhelmed with delicious surprises! ♡And the perfect pairing with Japanese sake is like a paradise.June in Kitakyushu is delicious.*Starting with a sip: "Plum and Ice"Homemade plum syrup soda with Nanko plums from Wakamatsu.The soft sweetness of the plum is unlike rock sugar (@_@).It's a gentler sweetness that seeps into your body.Is it honey?I'm surprised that there's no sharp acidity from the plum.I could drink this plum soda every day.It's perfect for summer.New Selections from Akita:⭐︎ Akita, Aramasa: The Wonderful World of Sake Rice III, 2026 Special Distribution, Cosmos (Kosumosu), Cedar, Improved Shinkon, Aged in Cedar Barrels 2025⭐︎ Akita, Aramasa: The Wonderful World of Sake Rice III, 2026 Special Distribution, Suiboku (Ash), Kame no O, Low Polishing 80% Version 2025⭐︎ Akita, Aramasa: No.6 A-type 2025⭐︎ Akita, Aramasa: Ecru, Genroku-style, Aged in the BreweryKame no O Ash has a delicious bitterness and astringency.Cosmos has a floral quality.A-type has a clean taste.Genroku has a long finish.*Himuro: Heat ReliefHagi Red Sea Urchin on New Onion June Tofu, served with Edamame and Azuki from Shimonoseki.A gentle sweetness from the triangular tofu.The sweetness is substantial, and both the azuki and edamame have an earthy flavor.And here it is, the red sea urchin! ♪Its thickness and beautiful color do not drip when shaken, and it melts in your mouth.This red sea urchin is amazing! It's the best! ♪⭐︎ Mie, Jikon: Junmai Daiginjo, Hakutsuru Nishiki, Heat-Processed 2025⭐︎ Mie, Jikon: Junmai Ginjo, Hattan Nishiki, Heat-Processed 2025⭐︎ Mie, Jikon: Junmai Ginjo, Omachi, Heat-Processed 2025*Kanmon: Short LegsMoji, Kanmon Straits Octopus with Wakamatsu Water-Drained Tomatoes and Cucumber, Gazpacho Style.The soda-like sensation of the tomato makes time stand still.╰(*´︶`*)╯♡The sweet and sour waves are immense.Is it like 100 or even 1000 times the sweetness of high-quality soda? The refreshing aftertaste is extraordinary.The tomato takes center stage.I could eat this gazpacho every day.It gives me energy.The octopus clings to rocks due to the swift currents, becoming muscular and short-legged, which enhances its flavor.The strong, muscular texture is delightful.⭐︎ Saga, Nabeshima: Ginjo, Summer Moon⭐︎ Saga, Nabeshima: Classic Junmai Daiginjo, Akaiwa Special Omachi⭐︎ Saga, Nabeshima: Junmai Daiginjo, Kita Shizuku◉ Jimi: A Wish Upon a StarKitakyushu, Akou (Kijihata) and Okra with Miwa Somen, prepared with a rich broth made from Rishiri Kombu and Katsuobushi from Makurazaki, Kagoshima.The light texture of the somen noodles glides smoothly down the throat, conveying a sense of lightness.The gelatinous texture of the Akou is delightful.The white fish is also delicious and fluffy.The broth has a long finish, making me wish it could hydrate my body.It's a satisfying and hearty soup! ♪⭐︎ Yamagata, Juyondai: Junmai Daiginjo, Nanatari Nijukan, Super Premium, Bottled⭐︎ Yamagata, Juyondai: Nakadori Junmai Daiginjo, Super Premium⭐︎ Yamagata, Juyondai: EXTRA, Super Premium, Yuki Megami◉ Umami: Chicken FishKashiwabara Port, Isaki Sashimi and Grilled with Rice Straw, served with salt, kabosu, plum paste, and Isaki soft roe ponzu.As the name "chicken fish" suggests, it has a deep umami flavor comparable to animal protein.I totally understand the name "chicken fish" (@_@).When grilled, the fat oozes with deliciousness.The firm texture is also great.The soft roe ponzu is a delicacy on its own.⭐︎ Fukui, Kuro Ryu: Daiginjo, Shizuku⭐︎ Fukui, Kuro Ryu: Daiginjo, CRYSTAL DRAGON⭐︎ Fukui, Kuro Ryu: Junmai Daiginjo, Gohyakumangoku◉ Sokubiki: DragonAshiya Port, Swordfish, Dragon 7, Wakamatsu, Eggplant Wrapped in Grilled Eggplant, topped with Fried Green Pepper.The swordfish, as thick as seven fingers, is fluffy.The moisture in the fibers is invigorating.The eggplant is sweet.⭐︎ Yamaguchi, Toyo Bijin: Junmai, Jun-do Ichizu, Limited Junmai Ginjo, Yamada Nishiki⭐︎ Yamaguchi, Toyo Bijin: Bessho, Yamada Nishiki◉ Yoshino: Rainy SeasonAshiya Port, Hamo (pike eel) in Hamo Dashi with Kuzu, Red Moon Potatoes, and Moroccan Beans.The plump flesh of the hamo ♡ is perfectly complemented by the smoothness of the kuzu.The potatoes have a dense texture reminiscent of taro.This broth is incredibly delicious.The freshness of the green beans spreads in my mouth.Everything is delicious.⭐︎ Fukushima, Ikko Uma: Junmai Active Nigori, Uma Uma Minazuki Kakeru⭐︎ Fukushima, Ikko Uma: Junmai Ginjo, Yume no Kaori⭐︎ Fukushima, Ikko Uma: Junmai, Yume no Kaori x Gohyakumangoku x Fukuno Ka Blend◉ Daichi: Bi-ColorWakamatsu, Dolche Dream Tempura, topped with Aijima Purple Sea Urchin, served with Sansho Salt and Tempura Dashi.+ Add: Ashiya Port, Yari Ika Tempura.The tempura is light, activating the moisture of the corn.It feels like it's steamed despite being fried (@_@).The squid is sweet and has a delightful texture! ♪⭐︎ Nagasaki, Yokoyama Goju: Junmai Daiginjo, Akaiwa Omachi⭐︎ Nagasaki, Yokoyama: Junmai Daiginjo, Princess Michiko⭐︎ Nagasaki, Yokoyama: 8th Anniversary, Assemblage, Limited to 888 Bottles◉ Mizuho: Pure FlavorKokura, Energetic Rice, freshly cooked rice.Ashiya Port, Sea Bream with Sesame Dressing, Nori, Green Onion, and Shiso.Served as a Dashi Chazuke.The ultimate sea bream chazuke ♡Generously flavored with fragrant sesame.The aromatic vegetables are intensely fragrant.Using the finest dashi, this is an exquisite sea bream chazuke! ♡I enjoy each piece of sea bream slowly.It's so delicious that I feel the urge to devour it, but I want to savor it carefully.I wished for a bigger stomach! ♪⭐︎ Akita, Aramasa: Tenkaeru SPARK 2025Ending with a drink of Japanese sake! ♡◉ Kanbi: Fast and Thirteen YearsFukuoka, Loquat and Loquat Jelly, served with Salt Meringue and Vanilla Ice Cream.I truly appreciate the loquat after thirteen years.The salt-flavored vanilla ice cream enhances the sweetness of the loquat.The perfect balance of sweetness and freshness lingers, leaving me with a bittersweet feeling.I was moved by the dishes,I was moved by the pairings,And the relaxing time passed by in an instant.I eagerly await the day I can visit again.Thank you for the wonderful meal.It was delicious.I was happy.Thank you very much.