Ippo

One diner singled out the horse mackerel tataki as “the best I’ve ever had”. It is listed at ¥880. The sashimi platter has also won praise from diners, and the menu notes that each serving includes one slice of each fish, with 5 or 6 kinds. To try a range of seafood, you could make the platter the centrepiece and add an individual order of horse mackerel tataki or shime saba, which can also be seared.

For sake, a tasting set lets you choose three labels, making it an easy option if you are undecided. The list includes regular local sake as well as a selection of regional bottles featured as this month’s recommendations.

For wine, the white Take White Easy♪ is described as fragrant with citrus, white peach and plum, with grapefruit-like acidity. The menu also suggests pairing it with dishes served with lemon. Chicken tempura with salt and lemon is available, making it one possible match. Oden options include daikon, egg and thick fried tofu; if you would prefer a fuller-flavoured wine, the orange wine is another choice, with notes of tea, apple and melon.