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Tomii has been my favourite Japanese Restaurant (I mean “Restaurant”, not izakaya!) since it was open on May 11th, 1998.
Tomii has been my favourite for sashimi in Shizuoka for many years!
The present “oyakata” is Kazuya Tomii who came back to his parents establishment in April 2006 after spending 6 years honing his craft in Kyoto and work under the tutelage of experienced chefs for a couple more years in Shizuoka.
The cuisine served there is intensely Kyoto-style making a great use of the fish and vegetables available in the Prefecture land and sea. Whenever possible, Mr. Tomii uses only Shizuoka products, but will be more than agreeable to prepare cuisine from other Japanese regions.
Appetizers (o-toshi) are always so perfect and unpredictable! either typically Japanese (above), or defunitely with a foreign accent (below).
Not only the food, but the drinks will take to another level:
Great selection of Japanese sake from all over Japan and especially from our Prefecture!
(Kokkou, Fukuroi City)
Also great selection of shochu. Mr. Tomii has starting exploring the shochu from our Prefecture (with a little push from me) and has discovered Saisuke (imo/tuber) distilled by Sugii Brewery in Fujieda City!
I’m sure I shall be able to convince try and serve others!
As for wine, no problemo: you can ask for the wine list of Aquavite upstairs, the best Italin restaurant in town which looked after by Mr. Tomii’s sister!
The fish and sashimi are of the best quality. Period.
This is what I had last Friday:
and I had this late February:
As for other food, you ought to try one of their “chyawanmushi” (Japanese salted pudings) suc as the “kani” (crab):
For the tempura amateurs, just ask what is available. You won’t be disappointed!
Now, for even better news:
Mr. Tomii will soon prepare a set menu series for the customers who prefer to eat at tables with their guests along with more traditional food and service. On the other hand he will put more emphasis on a a la carte menu for casual and regular customers alike who prefer to sit at the counter and choose tidbits to go with their drinks so as to create a more comfy atmosphere!
Tomii
Shizuoka City, Aoi-Ku, Ryogae-cho, 1-2-7, Tomii Bldg, 1F
Tel.: 054-2740666
Fax: 054-2730033
Opening hours: 11:00~13:00 (bookings only)
17:00~22:00
Closed on Sundays & National Holidays
Credit cards OK
January 11, 2009 at 12:40 am |
[...] beautifully integrating the two into a single, harmonious whole. At the end of the day, we were at Tomii sipping sake and having a good time. Eight different sake from Shizuoka were served in geographical [...]
April 23, 2007 at 1:54 am |
He will, provided you make a reservation. I will check the prices. A little caution: your appetite might not be fully satisfied. As I said somewhere else, these restaurants privilege quality over quantity!
April 22, 2007 at 10:13 am |
The whole eating experience sounds great at this restaurant.
Will Mr Tomii do a lunch set?