【Overall Evaluation】 I visit this restaurant at least twice a year, and each time I am amazed, leaving me eager to return. The ambiance captivates my heart with each season. It is undoubtedly a restaurant I want to keep coming back to for special occasions. I highly recommend visiting at least once to see for yourself. Additionally, this place is also focused on weddings. Whether you choose to hold your ceremony in this stunning setting or host a party with loved ones instead of a traditional wedding, it will surely create unforgettable memories for a lifetime. 【Course Structure】 This is a creative and surprising course inspired by the history and poetry of Nara. Appetizer: Sea Bream with Strawberry and Chicken Liver Confit This dish is inspired by a poem from the Nara period. It features sea bream seasoned with a mixture of hisio (the precursor to soy sauce) and vinegar, paired with a bold strawberry sorbet. The layers of sweetness, acidity, and umami create an intellectually stimulating experience. I often create similar dishes at home using hisio and vinegar, so I was delighted to find a similar concept from a professional chef. Hot Appetizer: Homemade Ham with Escalivada of Grilled Vegetables A visually stunning dish featuring marinated spring eggplant, a sauce of bell pepper and garlic, and a sheet of vinegar. Pasta: Pasta with Firefly Squid and Arugula The whole wheat noodles combined with fragrant firefly squid and a sauce enhanced with apple jelly create a perfect balance of flavors. Fish Dish: Kinmedai and Clam with Salsa Verde A refreshing and deep flavor profile enhanced by clam broth, lemongrass, and ginger. Meat Dish (Main): Roasted Duck with Canola Flower Sauce The duck is cooked slowly at low temperatures, resulting in astonishing tenderness. The canola flower sauce evokes the essence of spring, while the sweet potato puree represents the earth, maximizing the natural flavors of the ingredients. Dessert: Strawberry Consommé A fragrant finale featuring rose gelato, tapioca, and a foam of star anise. 【Memorable Wine】 Orange Wine: Recently, I have been intrigued by orange wine. Its apple-like aroma and pleasant bitterness enhance the umami of the vegetables beautifully. Red Wine (Slightly Sweet): I cannot overlook a delicious red wine. Its berry-like, vibrant flavor harmonizes perfectly with the combination of duck and strawberries. 【Service and Atmosphere】 The staff creates an engaging experience by flipping through cards to explain each dish, reminiscent of reading a captivating story. The overwhelming sense of openness outside the windows, combined with refined hospitality, offers a value that transcends mere dining, turning it into a true "experience."