Jushuu - Nogizaka(Japanese Cuisine)

ChefFrom Western Cuisine to Japanese Cuisine. My encounter with Osaka's Kappo restaurant brought me to a crossroads.

Mr. Senzaki is the owner of Jushu. When I enrolled in culinary school after graduating from high school, I wanted to pursue a career in Western Cuisine. However, he was shocked by the cuisine at Todoya, a Japanese restaurant in Kitashinchi, Osaka, and turned to Japanese Cuisine. He trained for 9 years at Todoya, which moved his heart. After that, he moved to Tokyo and trained at Japanese-style meal restaurants, Sushi restaurants, etc., and opened his current restaurant in 2010. In 2012, he achieved a track record of winning two Michelin stars, and he is still demonstrating his skills at the counter.

ServiceAttention to detail goes beyond just the food. Get lost in the special space.

The inside of the store is a small space of about 30 square meters centered around the counter, but the high ceiling doesn't give the impression of being cramped. The European-style wooden flooring matches the interior. And there are many tools that can be said to be the lifeblood of a chef. It's well maintained and has high expectations for future dishes. The visually pleasing tableware also enhances the food and is used according to the season. The store's modest displays serve as accents, and the real pleasure is the attention to detail in the spatial presentation.

Food The chef uses the proud ingredients from his hometown and serves them with expert skill.

The place is Saga in Kyushu. Charcoal-grilled Saga beef that conveys the flavor of the meat directly. High-quality Saga beef is slowly grilled over charcoal. After meeting the meat, taste it with salt or dashi soy sauce, and the juicy meat and aroma will spread all at once. From the grilling techniques to the selection and preparation of ingredients, every detail is taken care of to ensure a truly blissful experience. Starting with this representative example, we also recommend the ``hairy crab and sea urchin with Tosa vinegar'', which has a mellow acidity that brings out the flavors of the ingredients.

SpaceThe craftsmanship shines through even the casual dialogue. The moment of entertainment will be gorgeous.

One of the joys of kappo is the exquisite craftsmanship that unfolds right before your eyes. The counter is a happy stage for chefs. While preparing the dishes with brilliant skill, he always pays attention to the audience. His streamlined movements are a pleasure to watch. He skillfully maintains a sense of distance from the guests, does not show too much, and focuses on Kuroko. The technique of gauging guests' preferences and requests through moderate conversation makes it the perfect place for entertaining. The work of craftsmen with many years of experience will brighten up the space.